Hello, my name is Jesse Mae Abraham. I've been a licensed massage therapist in Central Oregon since 2017!  I’ve known from an early age that I wanted to go into a profession that would allow me to be of assistance to others. Toying with the idea of becoming a veterinarian all through my early childhood to wanting to go into social work as a teenager, I finally decided on massage therapy in my early twenties. Once in school, I realized that massage therapy was the best decision I could have made. From Kinesiology and pathology, to hands-on application, it was clear that my soul was truly being fed by my studies and the work I would soon be able to offer. I am a member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals. I completed my 1 year massage certificate with honors from COCC’s president Shirley Metcalf and plan to finish my associates of applied science (AAS) through the school’s massage program. My massage can best be summed up as “East meets West”. I love to meld cupping and guasha, reflexology, and Thai table massage with deep tissue, Swedish relaxation, and sports massage -- just to name a few. Ultimately, I would like to work with those from all walks of life that have PTSD, having survived through various traumas and abuse, as well as assisting with end-of-life/hospice using hands-on, body and energy massage work. I think that introducing positive and healthy touch to people in times of recovery and/or suffering is essential to living out the rest of one’s life to the fullest. On my days off, I like to go on long walks by the Deschutes with my partner and our 3 dogs, make art, hang out in the kitchen, or go listen to live music and dance. I truly consider it a good day if I can fit in all four!