Root & Rise
Touch that restores. Rhythm that regulates. Roots that rise.
Bodywork Training in Portland, Oregon
Welcome to
Root & Rise
Where bodywork, nervous system science, energy work & sound healing unite

Massage &
Bodywork
Blending structural alignment, Thai bodywork, and nervous system regulation to create deep, restorative healing. Rooted in trauma-informed care & intuitive touch to release tension, reconnect to their bodies, and reclaim their vitality.

Nervous System Regulation
Weaving somatic practices, polyvagal-informed tools, & embodied awareness to support lasting resilience and balance. Guided movement, breathwork, and co-regulation, to shift out of survival states & into a grounded sense of safety and connection.

Energy & Sound Medcine
Combining Reiki, vibrational sound healing, & intuitive frequency work to restore energetic harmony & deepen spiritual alignment. Tools sound bowls, tuning forks & sacred rhythm for emotional release, nervous system healing, & soul-level renewal.
Level 1
Beginning with basic techniques and body mechanics, Level 1 covers massage and bodywork in 16 hybrid hours.
- 4 Virtual Hours
- 12 In-person Hours
- Training Manual
- Access to video catalogue
Level 2
Level 2 incorporates somatic movement and vibrational sound therapy.
Level 3
Level 3 integrates it all, advancing the techniques, and focuses on treatment planning.
- 4 Virtual Hours
- 12 In-Person Hours
- Qualifies you for your Certification test
Root & Rise
Complete Training & Certification
Learn what it takes to become fully trained and certified.
Levels 1, 2, 3
$2797
Certification
$499
On Demand Training
$45/per month
On Demand Training
$30/per month
Meet The Founder
Jenelle Woodlief LMT MA
Bodywork
Thai & structural
A fusion of gentle traditional Thai massage with structural bodywork to relieve chronic, complex pain, fascial adhesions & range of motion limitations. Light passive stretching & joint mobilization to improve mobility.
Sound
vibrational sound
A set of glass, crystal, and brass vibrational sound bowls work with tuning forks for a deep nervous system reset and encouragement of energetic flow & ease. Deeply relaxing and effective for relaxation & stress relief.
Calming
nervous system regulation
Gentle, rocking, passive movements combine with specific massage techniques calms a chronically dysregulated nervous system. Shifting you out of flight/flight/freeze states and into calming, rest & digest.
Abdominal
thai & chi nei tsang
Stimulating the vagus nerve, releasing fascial adhesions, & opening up the pelvis & ribcage addresses digestive & breathing issues, as well as pain & nervous system dysregulation and aids in postpartum recovery.
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Real people.
Real stories.
Kareneh
Portland, oregon
Jenelle is exceptional. You know she is experienced and knows her craft when she places her fingers and hands in the exact locations where you've been carrying pain for YEARS! Left feeling serene and rejuvenated. Highly recommend the Nervous System Reset!
Ribha
Portland, oregon
Jenelle is a miracle-worker! She is so intuned with her client's needs. I've always felt better not only in my body but also in my mind after a session with her. I feel fortunate to have found her as a healer in my life.
Sarah z
Portland, oregon
“Jenelle is an intuitive healer who goes beyond "magic hands". Her unique blend of body expertise, caring, and curiosity always leads her to find the root of my aches and pains, and I feel lucky every time I get to receive bodywork from her!”
Leslie m
Portland, oregon
I feel like my nervous system has gone from being jangly and frayed to smooth and sure. I woke up the day afterwards feeling less anxious, my sense of urgency and pressure relieved so that I could move through my day from less of an emotional place, more of a grounded, wisdom-centered place.
Hands on Healing for the body, nervous system and soul.
Reclaim You Body. Restore Your Energy. Root Down & Rise Up.
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