Gentle TMJ Therapy & Craniosacral Therapy in Portland & Lake Oswego

Providing expert TMJ treatment and Craniosacral therapy for Portland, Lake Oswego

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I Do Chiropractic Care Differently.

Chiropractors often conjure images of popping and cracking to realign the skeleton. But my work is pop-free — instead, I invite a gentle unwinding to release tension and return to alignment naturally. 

At The TMJ Chiro, I use a unique blend of Craniosacral Therapy and myofascial release designed for:

  • TMJ dysfunction & jaw pain

  • Headaches and clenching

  • Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

  • Stress, burnout and nervous system overload

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My Approach

Instead of quick, forceful adjustments, I use slow, gentle methods that allow your body to release tension naturally. This fascia-centered care helps you find relief without pain or overwhelm.

If you’ve spent years trying to solve your pain, fatigue or dysregulation by focusing on the symptoms alone, and nothing seems to stick, it might be time to look at the foundation.

Our bodies are more than just bones: there is a connective tissue that surrounds all your muscles, tendons, and organs called the Fascia. Your nervous system weaves through this tissue. When fascia is dehydrated, under-nourished, inflamed, or irritated, you’ll experience pain and other symptoms that impact your day-to-day life.

By tending to your nervous system, the body can find homeostasis. We’re not forcing, we’re allowing the body to settle back into place. The results are far longer-lasting than a simple ‘adjustment.’ 

Craniosacral Therapy in Portland Oregon
Woman suffering from TMJ in Portland

What is TMJ Dysfunction (TMJD)?

Your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) connect your jaw to your skull, enabling you to speak, chew, yawn, and smile. When those joints or surrounding muscles become irritated — due to stress, habitual clenching/grinding, posture, tension, or nervous-system dysregulation — you may experience:

  • Jaw pain or tightness

  • Facial pain, earaches, or pressure

  • Headaches or tension-type migraines

  • Clicking, popping or locking of the jaw

  • Tooth grinding (bruxism) or clenching

  • Difficulty opening or closing the jaw, or limited range of motion

If untreated, these symptoms can affect daily life — from eating comfortably to sleeping, speaking, and overall quality of life.

What Causes TMJ Dysfunction?
Becky Higginson, TMJ chiropractor in Portland talking to a client

What to Expect: TMJ Therapy With TMJ Chiro

  1. Free Virtual Consultation — We start with a friendly, no-pressure chat to understand your history, symptoms, and goals.

  2. Comprehensive Intake & Evaluation — Review of posture, jaw mobility, muscle tension, nervous-system stressors, and daily habits.

  3. Personalized Treatment Plan — Gentle fascia-based therapy, jaw and muscle work, posture and nervous-system support, and guidance for home care and stress relief.

  4. Ongoing Support & Prevention — We help you retrain your system, reduce trigger behaviors (clenching, grinding, stress), and teach you how to maintain healthy jaw function long-term.

Ready for Relief? Book a Free Virtual Consultation

If you’re tired of living with jaw pain, tension, or clenching — and you’re looking for gentle, effective TMJ therapy in Portland — let’s talk. Set up your free virtual consultation and take the first step toward lasting relief.

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Portland-area TMJ specialist Becky Higginson smiling in office setting

Meet Becky

I’m a 40-something mama of three teenage boys, a feminist, a serial entrepreneur, an herbalist, an eternal student, a recovering perfectionist, a blogger, a self help book junkie, and a lover of nature, plants, and beautiful things.

I came to this work through a deep-seated desire to contribute to the well-being of the planet, the collective, and myself.

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Serving Lake Oswego & Portland.

My office is located in Lake Oswego, OR, just minutes from Portland.

📍311 B Street, Suite D, Lake Oswego OR, 97034

 
Minimalist healing space at The TMJ Chiro featuring fascia-focused care materials

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