Our Therapists

Our therapists are both nationally certified and Oregon State licensed.  Educated at East-West College of the Healing Arts (2002), our focus merges the scientific with the energetic.  

Aqua Terra's therapists have been trained extensively in the scientific aspects of massage, and are happy to share this information with you during your massage.  They are also familiar with energetic modalities of massage such as acupressure, Reiki, and Thai Yoga.  Our therapists enjoy outdoor activities such as sailing, skiing, kayaking, biking and hiking, so they are familiar with challenges athletes face.

Erik Krippner.  Erik specializes in deep tissue and sports massage, and has helped to create dramatic structural changes in many of his clients.  He works in a deep, meditative way that brings you into a peaceful state while receiving incredible structural work.  Erik is very knowledgeable in anatomy and physiology, and has a gift for explaining imbalances in the body.  His gentle, compassionate personality and  excellent massage skills have made him a well-known therapist here in Portland. Erik grew up in New Orleans and has a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from Louisiana State University.  Prior to massage, he worked as a forester for over a decade. 

Faye Krippner.  Faye performs a deep, relaxing Swedish massage.  Her nurturing, sweet nature helps her clients feel at ease while her listening skills ensure a massage that meets your needs.  Faye uses a variety of techniques to relax muscles, from deep effleurage to high tempo percussion.  Her touch is intuitively aware and patient to the pace the body releases.  Faye is skilled in pregnancy massage as well as massage for new mothers. She grew up here in Portland and received a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics, with a minor in German, from the Honors College at the University of Oregon.  She worked in the high-tech industry for ten years before being drawn into the healing arts.

Nationally certified.  Oregon licensed.  OR License Numbers:  10234 & 10233