CLEANSE, UNWIND, HEAL

We offer a variety of advanced therapies including Lymphatic Decongestive Treatment, CranioSacral Therapy, Therapeutic Massage, Reiki, Myofascial Release, Tui Na, Thai, and Structural Integration.

A large part of our focus is on supporting your lymphatic and nervous system by clearing and optimizing detoxification pathways to increase immunity, reduce inflammation, decrease pain and improve overall well being. 

Conditions we help support:

  • Chronic pain and auto-immune disorders

  • Detoxification, cleansing and inflammation support

  • Hormone imbalances

  • Muscle and tendon strain

  • Post surgery healing

  • Post cancer treatment support

  • Environmental toxicity exposure​

Together we will create a treatment plan to support your health and wellness goals. We are always striving to educate clients in taking control of their own health through diet, exercise, daily habits, at home self care and regular bodywork sessions. 

Our Therapies

  • This signature treatment combines manual lymphatic drainage, lymphatic enhancement therapy using the Lymphstar Pro® to help clear your detoxification pathways supporting your liver, gallbladder and digestive system. We utilize a blend of custom essential oils to support your lymphatic system and incorporate facial and scalp massage in addition to reflex points on the feet to encourage elimination of toxins.

    Benefits of Lymphatic Decongestive Treatment include:

    - Strengthening the immune system

    - Cleanse and detox support

    - Reduce inflammation

    - Improved digestion

    - Healthier skin

    - Mental clarity

  • CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on approach that releases tension deep in the body to relieve pain and dysfunction and improve whole-body health and performance. It is thought that through the gentle manipulation of the bones in the skull, spine, and pelvis, the flow of cerebrospinal fluid in the central nervous system can be normalized. This removes “blockages” from the normal flow, which enhances the body’s ability to heal.

    This therapy is deeply relaxing and beneficial in supporting patients experiencing:

    - Migraines and chronic headaches

    - Fibromyalgia and chronic pain

    - TMJ

    - Whiplash and neck pain

    - Sleep issues

    - Anxiety and depression​

  • Therapeutic massage incorporates a variety of advanced modalities that enhance the body’s natural restorative functioning by releasing tension, relaxing muscles, increase blood and lymph circulation and impart a sense of calm. Therapeutic massage can be used as a collaborative, supportive addition to conventional medical treatment of illness and injury, alleviating pain and stress, aiding soft tissue healing, and revitalizing the body. Regular massage can enhance health, providing relaxation, release of muscle tightness, relief from anxiety and balancing aspects of body, mind and spirit.

  • Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique and is used as a complementary or alternative health approach. Reiki does not directly cure diseases or illnesses. Instead, it’s used as a way to manage symptoms and improve general well-being.

    In alternative medicine, Reiki is used as a support for a variety of health conditions, such as: chronic pain, stress, recovery from surgery, side effects of chemotherapy or radiation from cancer treatment, improving immunity, depression, anxiety and enhancing a sense of peace in people who are dying.

  • Christie is an excellent massage therapist, but that title doesn't come close to describing her skills. She is intuitive, able to know what I need (even when I don't), and then employ a multitude of techniques to work on my body. I have been for sessions when I just wanted to relax and sessions when I have had an injury. In either case, Christie delivers what I need. I always feel less stressed, or in the case of an injury less pain. Beyond her ability to help me be balanced and heal, she is such a lovely, calm and present person that just knowing her is a gift. I honestly can't recommend her highly enough.

    Helen

  • Christie is the only massage therapist I see in Bend and I refer all my patients to her as well. She is so intuitive and tailors each session to exactly what you need that day. I love her blend of massage, reiki, craniosacral therapy and lymphatic drainage. She’s the only one I know in town using the LymphStar machine, which supports overall health and healing so much. Her office space is beautiful and you leave feeling so seen, relaxed and held. I cannot recommend Christie enough! Also really appreciate that she offers online booking.

    Emily

  • To say I am obsessed with Christie would be an understatement! I have been working with her for about 5 years, originally for a car accident and now for management of my chronic illnesses. She is the most grounding, caring and knowledgeable therapist I have seen in my over 10+ years of being bounced around between therapists of all kinds. Do yourself a favor and get in to see her while you can, I promise you won't regret it and it will soon become the highlight on your calendar! Thank you, Christie for everything. I am so grateful for the role you have played in my healing journey!

    Allyn

  • Christie at Balance Therapeutic Bodywork has quickly become my go-to massage therapist. I feel relaxed as soon as enter her studio space, and not only is she a wonderful massage therapist, she is always a wealth of knowledge, providing tips for wellness and ways to improve my day to day movement to ease my overall aches and pains. She is an important part of my well-being and self care, and I cannot recommend her enough!

    Shea

  • Christie is a true healer. I have been seeing her for 6 years, she infuses intentional movements into the experience, drawing from a wide range of therapeutic tools and wisdom. She will listen to the body and work out what ails you. I cannot recommend Balance Therapeutic Bodywork enough!

    Carly

  • Christie is a magical miracle body worker! The absolute best healing hands I’ve ever come across. I can’t wait to see her for another treatment; her ability to tune in and tailor each session has been life changing. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thank you Christie! ♥️

    William

  • Christie’s attention to my needs, her technique, the setting and environment of her office—all of these things combined make Balance Therapeutic Bodywork my go to for massage. As a new mother I felt well taken care of, and I think of massage from Christie as an important part of my postpartum care.

    Jennifer

  • Christie and her energy works are one of the best gifts you can give yourself. She is authentically kind, attentive, compassionate, and deeply nurturing in an effortless way. If you are being called to tap into your heart center and invest in your own self, I cannot recommend her highly enough!

    Shonna

  • I've been seeing Christie for years and she is off-the-charts incredible. She intuitively knows what your body needs, from energy work and chi balancing to basic tension relief and relaxation. I don't know what I would have done without her--this last year in particular. I recently moved away from Bend and I know I will never find someone like her again. Honestly, I'd travel back to town just to have another session with her.

    April

  • I've been seeing Christie for years and she is off-the-charts incredible. She intuitively knows what your body needs, from energy work and chi balancing to basic tension relief and relaxation. I don't know what I would have done without her--this last year in particular. I recently moved away from Bend and I know I will never find someone like her again. Honestly, I'd travel back to town just to have another session with her.

    Tami

  • Our family has known Christie for approximately 10 years. All of us (4) have been seeing her that long and she is so soft in her speech and such a listener. Whatever ails us she concentrates on. Her reiki, cupping, touch and cranial work I swear heals us and she continually educates in her field and inspires to always ensure each time is special and we leave light and soul renewed. I have given her info to many who all agree and have been continued clients as well. This is a letter of appreciation and affection and thank you to you Christie. We adore you and Juno and are so overjoyed to have found you. Your care and concern mean the world to us. XO

    Krysten