About Healing Myofascial Release
Our Story
Healing Myofascial Release was founded by Katherine Allen, LMT, a graduate of the prestigious Soma Institute for Clinical Massage in Chicago. Katherine’s journey to myofascial release therapy is deeply personal — after surviving a near-fatal trucking accident, she experienced firsthand the transformative power of hands-on healing.
After graduating with honors, Katherine relocated from Chicago to Vancouver, Washington in August 2017 to establish Healing MFR. Today, she serves patients throughout the Portland Metro area, helping them find lasting relief from chronic pain, trauma, and a wide range of conditions.
Our Philosophy
At Healing MFR, we believe that true healing requires more than just treating symptoms. We take a whole-body approach, using the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release technique to identify and address the root causes of pain and dysfunction. Every session is one-on-one — you’ll never be passed between therapists or left alone with a machine.
We understand that many of our patients come to us after years of frustration with traditional healthcare. That’s why we’ve created a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can heal at your own pace. Whether you’re dealing with PTSD, fibromyalgia, the aftermath of a car accident, or chronic pain that no one else has been able to resolve, we’re here to listen and help.
What Sets Us Apart
- One-on-One Care: Every minute of your session is spent with your therapist — no multi-tasking, no distractions
- Specialized Training: We use the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release approach, recognized as one of the most effective forms of manual therapy
- Trauma-Informed: Our practice is built on compassion, understanding, and creating a safe space for healing
- Comprehensive Services: From myofascial release to lymphatic drainage, cranial sacral therapy, intra-oral MFR, and post-surgical treatment
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer sessions ranging from 30 minutes to 3 hours, plus intensive treatment programs and in-home visits
Meet Katherine Allen, LMT
Katherine is a Licensed Massage Therapist and the founder of Healing Myofascial Release. A former cross-country truck driver who survived a life-changing accident, Katherine understands pain and recovery on a deeply personal level. She graduated with honors from the Soma Institute for Clinical Massage and has dedicated her career to helping others find the relief and freedom she discovered through myofascial release.
Katherine specializes in treating PTSD, anxiety, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, car accident and whiplash injuries, breathing issues, TMJD, cancer recovery, and post-surgical rehabilitation. She is passionate about providing compassionate, effective care to every patient who walks through her door.
Located at 516 SE Chkalov Dr, Suite 49, Vancouver, WA 98683, Healing MFR serves patients throughout Vancouver, WA and the greater Portland Metro area.
Ready to start your healing journey? Call (360) 977-0713 or schedule online today.