As we continue to face unprecedented challenges and change, it is only natural to feel stressed and anxious. That is why it is more important than ever to practice self-care. August is Wellness Month, a nationally recognized time dedicated to self-care and creating healthy routines. Research has shown that self-care helps manage stress and promotes happiness. Portland has an abundance of Health and Wellness businesses to help you #choosewellness this August. Here are a few:

  • Beaumont: Wild Hearts Wellness offers pain management, internal medicine, and trauma and nervous system support. Most patients see multiple practitioners who work collaboratively to nourish and heal from complementary angles.
  • Division/Clinton: For top-tier instruction in kettlebell techniques, led by certified StrongFirst Girya (SFG) instructors, check out Hardstyle Strength. They prioritize a rigorous and precise approach to strength training.
  • Foster: White Phoenix Acupuncture specializes in Japanese-style acupuncture and offers sliding scale payments for services and herbal consultations.
  • Hawthorne: Get healthier without breaking the bank. The People’s Yoga is a low-cost community yoga studio with highly experienced practitioners and diverse teaching styles.
  • Midway: Renew Physical Therapy features hands-on, collaborative methods for pain relief. They find the root cause of pain and help you strengthen your body so you can get back to work, the outdoors, and all the activities you love.
  • Montavilla: Unicorn Jiu Jitsu is the only jiu jitsu academy in Oregon with a female BJJ Second Degree Black Belt as the head coach.
  • Multnomah Village: At Therapia Wellness Clinic, you can experience the remarkable benefits of acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage services provided in a relaxing and tranquil environment. 
  • NE Broadway: Reconnect with your body, maximize relaxation, and heal from the pressures of daily life by combining float therapy with a therapeutic massage at Float North. They also offer sound therapy to help lift your spirits!
  • Raleigh Hills: If you are looking for a new and fun way to stay fit, try boxing! Title Boxing offers classes for all skill and fitness levels.
  • St. Johns: Allison Kirley offers coaching, bodywork, and yoga to help you get to know your true self, make aligned lifestyle changes, release negative thinking patterns, and create a life that feels authentic to you. 
  • Stadium District: Take care of your mental health with help from Sanctum Counseling and Wellness, specializing in psychotherapy with a social justice orientation.
  • Williams District: Since opening in 2017, NOW Yoga has been one of Portland’s leading yoga studios, loved for both their incredible classes and their commitment to community care.

This list is non-exhaustive. How are you managing self-care? Show us on Facebook and Instagram and take care of yourself during these trying times.