At first, I thought I could create my own marketing materials, however those materials didn't…read moreconvey what I'd imagined and I realized I needed help. What a joy to work with Julie! Not only did she bring to life my ideas, but she helped me become clear about my brand. I recommend her to all of my colleagues, especially when they admire my business cards, logo, flyers .. etc. So far, I've heard nothing but praise about her work from them! I feel so grateful to have found someone who understands my vision so well.

I was referred to Julie by a friend for creating advertising materials for my nutrition counseling…read morebusiness. I found Julie to be humble but remarkably intuitive, perceptive and talented. I was blown away by her ability to put together beautiful marketing pieces without much work on my part. Don't fall for others bragging what they can do for - Julie will get to the heart of what you do best and truly showcase your talents. She is reasonably priced and worth every penny!

Everyone is warm and welcoming. The teachings touch my heart and the teacher's guided meditations…read moreare relaxing and move your mind in a positive direction.

I wasn't raised religious. For the majority of my life, I've never understood the need for faith or…read morespirituality. Boy, my younger self was ignorant (but also carefree, I suppose). Life is hard. Everyone experiences strife in their lives. You need to be able to be at peace with yourself and come to terms with various situations. I've heard a lot about meditation over the years and decided to give it a try. I took a class through PCC and learned a lot about meditation and Buddhist teachings. The class I took was a 5 or 6 week course taught by Heather Rocklin (she's fantastic). Don't get me wrong, there were plenty of times where I fell asleep during meditation and I felt bored out of my mind, but you have to know that MEDITATION IS HARD. REALLY HARD. Really hard to get into and really hard to stick to, but the benefits of meditation are amazing. I'm not at the point where meditation is strictly a part of my routine, but I can already feel the emotional and mental benefits. If you're curious about Buddhist teachings, looking for some peace, or trying to get into meditation, check them out. http://meditationinoregon.org/ (click on their calendar to see current classes and drop-in options)

I took the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course at Pause Mediation.The studio itself is…read morebeautiful. In an old Portland brick building with amazing timber pillars and rafters. There are tall windows that let in a lot of natural light. I especially enjoyed getting there during dusk, when the crows outside were flying around discussing where the best place to roost for the night would be. Ryan Kenny is a compassionate, funny, and understanding instructor. It was suggested by my therapist to find this specific 8-week course. A friend of mine had been going to Pause Mediation classes for awhile, and had invited me several times, but I hadn't yet taken her up on her offer. The class is not easy, but it builds each week on practices. There are simple phrases and ideas that I remember that are very helpful in stressful situations. Being in the world today with the COVID-19 pandemic, there is so much to brood and worry about. Instead of obsessively reading the news and stewing in "what ifs?", I focus on what is right now. Right now my family (including my old parents) are healthy. I talk everyday to my brother and sister. I'm writing letters to other family members and friends. It has been a time for me to have the opportunity to slow down and that has helped with my practice. I am grateful for Ryan and his patient encouragement. If you are not ready to take the 8-week course, Pause Meditation offers many helpful classes, I've especially enjoyed the sound meditations and the aromatherapy.

Ryan and Raina really have it dialed in at Pause meditation. It's a beautiful space in downtown,…read moreeasy to get to, with a great vibe. They have a lot of meditation classes throughout the week that you can attend, even Saturday mornings. And they're also, from I hear, rolling out some corporate offerings, in line with corporate wellness. Ryan is even a local celebrity featured on the morning news in Portland. Not only is Ryan gifted at what he does and not only does he know how to cultivate community and make people feel welcome and connected, he is also deeply passionate about meditation and cultivating mindfulness. He lives and breathes what he teaches, walking his talk. Highly recommend Pause Meditation. You can't find a better meditation instructor in Portland!

I can only speak highly of Laura Martin and the mindfulness classes she leads. I took the…read moreMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) class a few years ago, and I am not exaggerating when I saw it is one of the best things I have ever done - for myself and for my family. I had always assumed that I just didn't get meditation/mindfulness, and it wouldn't work for me anyway. Laura is kind and patient, and when anyone expressed doubt that the practices we were doing would help, or that they were boring/annoying, Laura just asked us to get back to her at the end of the 8 weeks. Sure enough, by then I was seeing the benefits of the MBSR practices and classes. Laura is a very knowledgeable teacher, and always speaks (and listens) with compassion and kindness. Laura maintains communication with former students, and offers continuing support for our mindfulness practices. I highly recommend MBSR, Laura Martin, and River Rock Mindfulness to anyone looking for more balance in life.

From the owner: River Rock Mindfulness offers classes and individual training in mindfulness and meditation…read more Corporate and professional group trainings are also available. Laura Martin is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. She is also a dedicated practitioner of Zen Buddhism, and practices what she teaches. A cornerstone offering is the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) class, an evidence-based 8-week class with 30 years of scientific research. River Rock Mindfulness also offers introductory classes on mindfulness, self-compassion, and other ways to make mindful awareness a way of life.

Brant is an excellent teacher/guide. I took the Mindfulness-based stress reduction class with my…read moreniece. What a fantastic experience. Brant is highly trained in this method and no class was exactly the same. Creativity was amazing. I also learned the wide range of people taking the course and yet we were all united in spirit, and that kindness/compassion must be in whomever you talk with, as you have no idea what they are dealing with daily. I've also taken Beginner Yoga with him. I'm limited in knee ability some and he always has a solution which is extremely encouraging. I highly recommend any of the classes Brant teaches.

As a long time member of Yoga Hillsboro, I have been attending Brant's online yoga classes while…read moresheltering during this pandemic. These classes, in addition to the evening 15-min meditation he is providing our community, have been some of my most treasured moments of relaxation and centering for my body and soul. His in the moment, live voice, mixed with guided presence and beautiful poetry, gives a nourishment so needed right now. I highly recommend this studio!

My first try of the studio. Nice heat but not too hot, good flow but not too quick, gave enough…read moretime to move into poses. Perfect for Friday. All stress from the week melted and gave a good chilling mode and reset my mind. I will come back again. One thing. Cold towel after class is provided but no shower.

Love this place! I went previously to Pure Barre at Tanasbourne (bad experience overall), and came…read moreto discover Yoga Omazing and it was quite the refreshing environment. Not only are the instructors kind, but as a woman who used to have body image issues, I love that there were no mirrors; they are there for you to focus on your body, as opposed Core Power Yoga. Michael, the owner is available for any questions regarding membership and is flexible and fair

I love, love this place. It's a quaint little churchey style templeThis is the best meditation…read moreplace. I just wish they had more evening meditations. the morning meditations start at 7am and that is just brutal, especially since it takes me a half hour to get there. Oh well, someday, maybe I will be able to make it. Otherwise, they have only 2 weeknight meditations. If you don't know about Trungpa Rinpoche check him out. He's one of my very favorites buddhists and his son, I believe, started the Shambala Centers. It could have been Trungpa, I'm really not certain. There's a great movie on Netflix about his life called, Crazy Wisdom. I have a hard time meditating at home, but the shambala center is so calm and peaceful, it's really easy to just sink down into a butt pillow and relax fully for an hour. It is free, by donation, or one can become a member.

From the owner: The Shambhala Meditation Center of Portland is part of the global community of Shambhala. Mediation…read moreprovides benefits to our sense of wellbeing, engagement with our minds, relationships, our society, nature and our world. Our vision is to create a culture of kindness and care, where our community connections support our spiritual path. Our programs, groups and community gatherings offer a way to study and practice teachings from the Shambhala Buddhist tradition. Please join us in this journey!