Providing affordable alternative healthcare to the community
Meet the Ridgeline Clinic Team!
Dr. Rob Bodner, LMT #8274, D.C. (He/Him)
Dr. Rob spent his formative years growing up in Beaverton, Oregon. After graduating from Sunset High School, he attended the University of Oregon. He double majored in both Spanish and English. After graduating, he enrolled in massage school, and began his career in healthcare. He moved to Boulder, Colorado, and attended Boulder College of Massage Therapy.
After over 1500 hours of education, he was ready to administer therapeutic massage to the public. Shortly after graduating in 2000, Dr. Rob moved to Israel where he studied Hebrew and worked as a massage therapist. A year later, he returned to Portland and has been working as a massage therapist and language interpreter for over 10 years.
Dr. Rob discovered chiropractic through a snowboarding injury, that baffled traditional Western medicine doctors for a couple of years. Eventually, he went to a chiropractor and in one adjustment everything went back into place, the pain dissipated, and he could feel the blood flowing freely into the affected area of his neck and shoulder. He has been problem free in that area ever since. After that experience he was convinced of the benefits of chiropractic treatment, and soon after, enrolled in chiropractic school at Western States Chiropractic College and has never looked back.
Dr. Rob strives to join his experiences as a massage therapist, and that of traditional Western medicine, with complementary alternative medicine to offer the most holistic and well rounded care that he can give.
After over 1500 hours of education, he was ready to administer therapeutic massage to the public. Shortly after graduating in 2000, Dr. Rob moved to Israel where he studied Hebrew and worked as a massage therapist. A year later, he returned to Portland and has been working as a massage therapist and language interpreter for over 10 years.
Dr. Rob discovered chiropractic through a snowboarding injury, that baffled traditional Western medicine doctors for a couple of years. Eventually, he went to a chiropractor and in one adjustment everything went back into place, the pain dissipated, and he could feel the blood flowing freely into the affected area of his neck and shoulder. He has been problem free in that area ever since. After that experience he was convinced of the benefits of chiropractic treatment, and soon after, enrolled in chiropractic school at Western States Chiropractic College and has never looked back.
Dr. Rob strives to join his experiences as a massage therapist, and that of traditional Western medicine, with complementary alternative medicine to offer the most holistic and well rounded care that he can give.
Dr. Mirei Eckman (she/her)
Dr. Mirei Eckman is a PNW native from Portland Oregon who loves everything the region has to offer. She pursued an education in the field of social science at Portland State University before starting the doctorate of chiropractic program at the University of Western States. Dr. Eckman has always been interested in alternative medicine and finding non-invasive ways to treat the body to achieve optimal function without the use of pharmaceuticals.
As an avid rock climber, hiker, bike rider, general outdoors enthusiast and gym-goer, Dr. Eckman believes keeping the body active is just one part of the health equation. One’s physical, emotional and mental health all play a role in the perception of pain, and Dr. Eckman works to address all facets to reduce pain and help patients return to balance.
Dr. Eckman is well versed in myofascial release, Graston technique, muscle energy technique, lifestyle modifications and Rocktape/KT tape application. She individualizes treatment for each patient and values building long lasting relationships.
As an avid rock climber, hiker, bike rider, general outdoors enthusiast and gym-goer, Dr. Eckman believes keeping the body active is just one part of the health equation. One’s physical, emotional and mental health all play a role in the perception of pain, and Dr. Eckman works to address all facets to reduce pain and help patients return to balance.
Dr. Eckman is well versed in myofascial release, Graston technique, muscle energy technique, lifestyle modifications and Rocktape/KT tape application. She individualizes treatment for each patient and values building long lasting relationships.
Leah King, LMT #26359 (she/her)
Leah was born and raised in Oregon and is a proud graduate of East West College of Healing Arts here in Portland. Leah approaches each massage as an opportunity for change in your body, using techniques from modalities including deep tissue, muscle energy techniques, and myofascial release to hone into the root of the issue.
When Leah is not working, she enjoys cooking and experimenting with new foods, exploring and paddling through lakes and rivers, and traveling throughout Oregon and beyond with her spouse.
When Leah is not working, she enjoys cooking and experimenting with new foods, exploring and paddling through lakes and rivers, and traveling throughout Oregon and beyond with her spouse.
Matt Fraver, LMT #19779 (He/Him)
Matt blends traditional Thai massage techniques with more conventional western bodywork to release unnecessary holdings, clear blockages, and improve flexibility. Expect deep, intuitive work that incorporates movement and any number of other techniques including joint mobilization, myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, etc.
Matt is a Portland native with a background in environmental work, engineering, bodywork, and yoga. He graduated from East West College of Healing Arts in 2013 and has been trying to figure out how tending to the body can help people on their bigger life journeys ever since.
Matt is a Portland native with a background in environmental work, engineering, bodywork, and yoga. He graduated from East West College of Healing Arts in 2013 and has been trying to figure out how tending to the body can help people on their bigger life journeys ever since.
Mary Darin, M.S., CCC-SLP Green Door Communication
Mary Darin, M.S., CCC-SLP, is the founder of Green Door Communication, based at Ridgeline Clinic. Mary received her undergraduate degree from Reed College and her masters in communication sciences from Portland State University. She is a licensed speech language pathologist in the state of Oregon and is nationally accredited through the American Speech and Hearing Association.
With a deep commitment to enhancing communication, she works with children (ages 3-18) on issues related to speech, stuttering, language disorders (both expressive and receptive), and bridging communication gaps between neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals. Mary has a wealth of experience working in school settings, particularly with children and young adults with autism, ADHD, and language challenges. Outside of her professional life, Mary enjoys the vibrant Portland lifestyle—whether it's foraging for mushrooms in the lush forests, strolling through the city's unique neighborhoods with her dog, or baking with her two children.
Find more information at www.greendoorcommunication.com
With a deep commitment to enhancing communication, she works with children (ages 3-18) on issues related to speech, stuttering, language disorders (both expressive and receptive), and bridging communication gaps between neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals. Mary has a wealth of experience working in school settings, particularly with children and young adults with autism, ADHD, and language challenges. Outside of her professional life, Mary enjoys the vibrant Portland lifestyle—whether it's foraging for mushrooms in the lush forests, strolling through the city's unique neighborhoods with her dog, or baking with her two children.
Find more information at www.greendoorcommunication.com