Shawn Umphress
LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
Shawn is a graduate of East/West College of the Healing Arts, focusing on Neuromuscular Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, and Swedish Massage.
Shawn has lived in the Pacific Northwest for most of his life, and loves everything about it. The mountains, forests, rivers, and especially the people. If he is not working or spending time with his family, you will likely find him hiking down to his beloved Sandy river.
Shawn has both experienced and witnessed the damaging effects of stress on the human body. He believes that nearly every pathology is either caused by, or worsened by stress. Shawn’s approach is to integrate Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Trigger Point Therapy, Manual Therapies, and Swedish Massage to address specific issues and general stress and anxiety. Many people have found that his work on the lower legs and feet to be very helpful in relieving pain and tension.
Shawn strives to create a safe, comfortable, and non judgmental environment where people from all walks of life can relax and destress.
Availability: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.