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gabriel Raven Goldberg, lmt
* Specializing in Myofascial Listening & Release
* Trained in Lymphatic Massage
* License in Intra-Oral Massage
* Certified in Chest/Breast Massage
Gabriel Raven Goldberg (they/he) is a licensed massage therapist, multidimensional space holder, and somatic alchemist devoted to the liberation and thriving of all bodies.
Specializing in myofascial listening and release, lymphatic massage, intra-oral massage, and breast massage, Gabriel’s work extends far beyond technique. They attune to the body on every layer—fascia, muscle, nerves, lymphatic, and subtle energy systems—inviting transformation that is physical, emotional, and spiritual.
Guided by their own journey as a queer, trans, chronically ill, neurodivergent practitioner, Gabriel approaches bodywork with a radical perspective: our bodies are not problems to be fixed. Instead, they are ever-shifting landscapes—alive, expressive, and full of possibility. In each session, Gabriel partners with clients who are ready to shift how they relate to their bodies.
Gabe's work supports:
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Queer, trans, and gender-expansive bodies
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Fat bodies, disabled bodies, and marginalized bodies of all kinds
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Chronic pain, autoimmune journeys, and health mysteries
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Hypermobile bodies and neurodivergent nervous systems
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Trauma, scar tissue, and the emotional imprints the body carries
With quiet presence and deep listening, Gabriel creates spaces where bodies can soften, recalibrate, and reveal new pathways of freedom. Their touch is both practical and poetic—grounded in anatomy and fascia science, yet equally informed by intuition, subtle energy, and multidimensional awareness.
Outside the treatment room, Gabriel co-facilitates transformational retreats and group healing spaces, practices dance and movement, delights in nature, and explores the nature of consciousness and the body. He is currently studying to become a Cranio-Sacral Practitioner. Their practice is informed by the visionary work of adrienne maree brown, Audre Lord, Sonya Renee Taylor, Octavia Butler, Alice Walker, CHANI Nicholas, and many others who inspire liberation and embodiment.
Clients describe Gabriel as a heart-centered alchemist—someone who attunes to nervous systems with precision, listens beneath the surface, and holds space for both the seen and unseen layers of healing.
Gabriel loves working with clients who feel called to shift, soften, and reconnect—to meet their bodies not as problems to solve, but as living, breathing allies in the journey toward wholeness. Their deepest joy is witnessing the quiet, powerful moments when a client begins to feel truly at home in themselves again.
Gabriel looks forward to holding space for your transformation and to walking with you as you rediscover the freedom, intelligence, and joy within your own body.
Taylor Briggs, LMT
* Specializing in Myofascial Listening & Release
* Licensed in Intra-Oral Massage
* Certified in Breast Massage
Taylor Briggs (he/him) is a licensed massage therapist dedicated to creating grounding, restorative experiences for every body. As a trans masculine person, Taylor has spent much of his life navigating complex messages about embodiment, and that journey shapes his commitment to offering touch that is safe, affirming, and deeply attuned to each client’s needs.
Rooted in slow, intentional bodywork, Taylor blends deep tissue, myofascial, and nervous-system-supportive techniques to help clients reconnect with themselves. His sessions focus on presence, breath, and ease—meeting people exactly where they are, honoring their boundaries, and supporting the unique needs of each body.
Clients consistently highlight Taylor’s rare combination of skill, intuition, and care. They describe feeling deeply listened to and supported, with his work addressing the true source of discomfort with precision. Many note that his touch is both effective and gentle, creating powerful release without pain. Clients praise his trauma-informed presence, consent-centered approach, and warm communication, leaving them relaxed, restored, and more at home in their bodies.
Since completing massage school at Renton Technical College in 2022, Taylor has pursued continuing education in therapeutic chest/breast massage, intra-oral massage, and completed a year-long mentorship to further refine his skills in myofascial techniques.
In addition to his massage practice, Taylor works as a functional fitness coach at Rocket Community Fitness and as Adjunct Faculty in the Massage Therapy program at Renton Tech. Outside of work, he enjoys cooking and baking, thrifting, playing flag football, trivia nights, and board games with friends. He looks forward to supporting your body in feeling its best and creating an experience that is both restorative and empowering.
I am originally from Nicaragua. I have been in Seattle for seven years after living more than half of my life in California. While living in California, I became greatly interested in the power of touch after helping with my ex-partner's grandmother's death process.
I became a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) in 2016 after completing 750 hours of intensive training at Discovery Point School of Massage in Seattle. My passion for body work started after experiencing my own injuries from strenuous physical activities such as road biking, trekking long distance mountains, and doing repetitive movements.
In 2010, I obtained a master's in public health, and before becoming an LMT, I worked as a health researcher. My research mindset has encouraged me to incorporate new information to support massage techniques that help my clients ease body aches, adjust postures, and increase relaxation.
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Gisela Mendoza Sànchez, LMT
* Specializing in Fascia Massage therapy
* Certified Medical Massage Provider
* Certified in Intra-Oral Massage
* WA state license #MA60621546
My focus is fascia massage therapy because after seven years of practicing massage, I found that this modality is a gentle stimulation of the superficial fascia which produces long term results. I am also trained to practice intraoral, breast, prenatal, postnatal, Swedish, abdominal, sport, hot stone, and cupping massage. I am certified with the U.S. Chapter of the International Association of Infant Massage to teach new parents how to give massage to their babies.
When not working, I am spending time on my wooden boat, reading, resting, cooking, doing Pilates, gardening with my partner, and spending time with friends.
My philosophy
I believe that therapeutic touch interconnects the physical, physiological, emotional, and spiritual aspects of us as human beings. I believe in the relational respect and value that needs to exist between me and my clients. I like working in partnership with my clients to create a treatment plan that supports effective care and their needs always come first. Creating a safe space for adjusting a treatment plan as needed is the focus of each session.
I like to believe that true collaboration happens when my clients are open to their bodies' awareness and curious about what their bodies are willing to heal. Each body is unique and each person's healing process is different. I believe that there is healing reciprocity between my clients and me. My clients are gifting me a new experience, and I learn from each person.
In my practice of therapeutic massage, I incorporate a variety of techniques such as fascia, intra-oral massage, abdominal, breast, hot stones, cupping, and sport massage to support my clients in their healing process.
My work with fascia is gentle, slow, deep, and profound. I am an advocate that healing can be gentle. Working with fascia is focused on easing into a healing process with the goal of reducing pain, increasing relaxation, and getting rid of harmful muscular patterns. Most of the time, these patterns are caused by poor postures, repetitive movements, and physical trauma from new or old injuries.
In the past seven years of practicing massage, I developed an awareness of the importance of a safe space that echoes inclusiveness, generous touch, kindness, and listening to support clients from all walks of life. I believe that letting go of control allows the physical and emotional to open up and to have an effective dialogue to lessen fear, stress, and anxiety. These dialogues are welcome on the table, and I am committed to supporting my clients through these experiences.
I am grateful that I have had the opportunity to be trained under many amazing massage therapists, including Dawn Schmidt, Michael Dennis, and Michael Hamm. They all encourage me to continue and to be curious and to think like a true researcher, incorporating new findings into my practice. My greatest gratitude to all of them for being inspiring and real about how fascia is a dynamic system. Research continues to discover more and more about this connective tissue matrix.
avah Lux Yeruka Anu, MA
* Certified in Sound, Voice & Music Healing
* Certified in Spiritual Counseling
* Certified in Harner Shamanic Counseling
My name is Avah Lux Anu. I am a sacred space holder and a guiding light for souls seeking transcendence and transformation. As a seeker and maker of magic and meaning, I offer spiritual navigation and vibrational transformation and sound healing for those seeking more than the mundane.
I am a sound healing practitioner, singer, ritualist, alchemist, poet, priestess, witch, enthoegenic practitioner, and spiritual coach. I use the tools of sound and vibration, the healing power of the voice, guided meditation, shamanic journeywork, and altered states of consciousness to guide people to discover their own truths and divinity.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Women’s Spirituality with an emphasis in the sacred arts, healing, and women’s mysteries as well as a Certification in Sound, Voice and Music Healing from the California Institute of Integral Studies. I am currently completing a year long Certification in Psychedelic Therapy and Integration through Vital with Psychedelics Today.
I have also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Human Studies with a Music Minor from Marylhurst University where I extensively studied creative art therapies, human process work, and vocal performance. I’ve also received post baccalaureate training in Theater Arts and Directing from Portland State University.
I have completed certifications in Harner Shamanic Counseling (The Foundation for Shamanic Studies), Emotional Freedom Technique (Priority Academy), Spiritual Coaching (Love, Nature, and Beyond), Advanced Angelic Healing (Academy of Ancient Magick), and Therapeutic Art Life Coaching (Transformation Academy).
I have a professional background of working in healthcare management, behavioral health coaching, human services, education, and the arts. I have also founded, facilitated, and cultivated several spiritual circles and groups for women and queer communities over the years.
In addition to my academic studies and professional pursuits, I am a published poet and a classically trained vocalist and musical theater performer with over 30 years of performance experience. I have also served as a sacred song and drum leader for women’s ceremonies throughout the Pacific Northwest. I combine a multidisciplinary and multicultural approach to my vocal, musical, and vibrational healing modalities.
I am a queer, neurodivergent, chronic illness warrior who exists in many margins and fringes of society. I am a Seattle native, and have also spent several years living in Portland, OR, the Big Island of Hawaii, and the San Francisco Bay Area. I am also an amateur photographer, resin artist, astrology nerd, and Golden Girls fanatic!
I am committed to the liberation of all Queer, Trans, BIPOC, disabled and chronically ill beings. I strive to be a safe harbor for people of all genders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, sizes, ages, non-traditional relationship styles, and abilities. If you are a Trans or BIPOC individual in need of care but are unable to afford it, please reach out to me.
I am here to meet you where you are, so you may become who you are meant to be!
It would be an honor to get to hold space for you.
You can learn more about my practice at www.fireinthebellyalchemy.com.