About

Hi, I’m Dana Williams (she/they). I’m a Certified Massage Therapist (#98643) and Reiki Master. Thanks for visiting my page to learn more about me! My work provides holistic care that addresses both the physical manifestations and the underlying roots of pain. Ultimately, I intend to connect clients to the peace that lies within the sanctuary of their bodies. 

I studied massage at East West College of the Healing Arts in Portland, Oregon. My academic background is in sociology with a focus on generational trauma and storytelling. Before I was a bodyworker, I spent several years as a K-8 public educator, providing academic and social-emotional support to neurodivergent students.​​​​​​​ 

My Values

• I believe bodywork is a doorway to loving self-connection, resiliency, and growth– first for individuals and then rippling into the collective. Holding this, I approach my work with humility, integrity, and reverence.
• I am committed to creating trauma-informed spaces for deep witnessing, exploration, and transformation. With an emphasis on clear, collaborative consent, I ensure that every session is guided by your unique needs.​​​​​​​
• I welcome all bodies to my practice. I foster a safe and affirming environment for queer, trans, and non-binary folx, people of all races and ethnicities, highly sensitive people, neurodivergent individuals, those experiencing chronic pain, artists, and activists.
• I believe that all humans hold the key to their own growth and healing. I also recognize that humans are interdependent; we need one another as we navigate obstacles in the river of life. My intention is to serve as a witness, a respite, and a source of inspiration on your journey.
• I am committed to financial accessibility. If needed, please reach out via phone or email to ask about my affordable, sliding scale options.

Credentials

• Massage Therapy (800 Hour)- East West College of the Healing Arts, Portland, OR
• Esalen®Massage & Meditation (26 hours)- Peggy Horan & Patrick Stockstill, Big Sur, CA
• Craniosacral I (33 Hours)- Cyr Zeeberg Foote, Portland, Oregon
• Tui Na (33 Hours)- Jace Knox, Portland, Oregon
• Neuromuscular Therapy (33 hours)- Marta Lange, Portland Oregon
• Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master- Deborah Dixon, Durham, NC
• Holy Fire Reiki Master Practitioner- Deborah Dixon, Durham, NC
• B.A. Sociology- Bowdoin College, Brunswick, ME