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KORT SCHMIDT
ACUPUNCTURIST
Nicole Albers
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KORT G SCHMIDT L.Ac / OWNER of ACUPUNTURE NOW, LLC
Licensed Acupunturist since 2014
Insurance Accepted (Check for Provider Participation)

Kort G Schmidt is the owner of Acupunture Now, LLC, currently located inside of Namaste Massage and Spa.


He is a family man who enjoys spending time indoors or out. He loves spending his time off gardening or hiking with his wife and children.


A graduate of Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2014, Kort has been practicing East Asian Medicine for over 6 years. His specialties include Internal Medicine and Musculoskeletal Injury Treatments. He also utilizes several methods of observation and diagnosis in order to employ the many additional learned therapies including, but not limited to:

  • Tuina Orthopedic Massage​

  • Cupping

  • Gua-Sha

  • Heat Therapies

  • Herbal Medicine (When appropriate)
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NICOLE ALBERS / OWNER LMT #17905

Licensed Massage Therapist since 2011

  • Specializes in calming the nervous system down so the entire body can heal

  • Releasing stored trauma to facilitate healing

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"My passion is creating an environment that allows you to forget about the outside world for 60-90 minutes, and when you re-emerge, you are ready to handle all that life has to throw at you."

-  Nicole

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BO FARAON / LMT # 27265
Licensed Massage Therapist since 2023

  • Swedish

  • Deep Tissue

  • Sports Massage (Pre/Post Event)

  • Prenatal

  • Hot Stone


"I am a former collegiate athlete who studied Kinesiology at the University of Hawaii-Manoa, and exercise Science at Western Oregon University before pivoting into the role of Massage Therapist.
I am a native of Molokai, Hawaii, born into a family of healers who have taught me the sacred art of Lomi Lomi, and Hilot, both of which I have infused into my current style of massage. This unique blend of knowledge and skill allows me to develop a strategic approach to fit your specific needs."
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Megan Ford

MEGAN FORD      

Licensed Esthetician since 2022

  • Dermaplane Certified

  • Lash Lift Certified

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" I LOVE being able to help women relax and feel comfortable in their own skin. As a single Mom, I understand how important time is, and if I can help cut valuable time from your daily routine through waxing, teeth whitening, and skincare recommendations...then I've done my job!"

-    Megan

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Traci Miller

TRACI MILLER          

Licensed Cosmetic Tattoo Artist since 2005

  • Microblade Certified

  • Powder Brow Certified

  • Lip Blushing Certified

Licensed Esthetician since 2014

  • Dermaplane Certified

  • Microneedle Certified

  • Certified Esthetics Educator

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"I believe there is nothing more powerful than helping someone feel good in their own skin. We are in a unique position as service providers in this industry, and our reward is that we get to witness someone holding their head a little higher, or smiling a little brighter because they feel better about themselves."

 -   Traci

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Chandra Valdez

CHANDRA JONES

Licensed Esthetician since 2007

  • Dermaplane Certified

  • Lash Lift/Tint Certified

  • Barbicide Certified

  • Certified Esthetics Educator

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"In the treatment room I am heavily focused on your relaxation. It's during this time, that I can utilize the beneficial products and tools that I've been trained on."

                                                       -   Chandra

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PERLA VALENZUELA

Licensed Nail Technician since 2019

  • Gel Nail Specialist

  • Manicures and Pedicures

  • Nail Art

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Perla is a talented nail artist who specializes in gel nails and amazing nail art! If you can imagine it, she can create it...

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