Lara D. Dilkes L.Ac. MSAOM

Founder of PDX Acupuncture, The Friendly Acupuncture Clinic!

While I was living in Hope, Alaska, a man called Skip, who was the "healer in town", introduced me to acupressure. He showed me that healing with natural medicine can be incredibly beneficial to health and a lot of fun at the same time.

Ever since then, my goal has been to practice friendly, fun and effective medicine. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine is mysterious for most people who aren't emerged in it for years as I have while becoming a practitioner. Most people just want to know if it hurts!!

I'm fully aware of this. As a result, I have remained focused on making this alternative medicine and its theory as comfortable as possible and easily understood for those wanting more answers.

I believe each and every person who walks through my door is there for a reason. And I am willing to spend as much time and energy as needed to find out not only why, but how to get you to a more healthy place in your life.

I trust my patients, as far as where they are in their path to better health. I want them to feel comfortable letting me know what kind of change or result they are ready for each visit, because every day can be is different in the healing process healing.

Each person who works in my clinic or onsite at a business feels just the same . We want you to feel like you "get" Acupuncture and comprehend what it can do for you!

In Good Health,

Lara License #AC01068

Lara graduated from Evergreen State College in Washington state with a Bachelor of Arts in Heath Science and History of Past and Present Wellness Theories. She graduated from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine with a Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is certified in Virginia Doran's Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, and has also taken Facial Acupuncture classes with Shellie Glodstein L.Ac. She is also a NADA certified detoxification specialist.


Krissy Lindquist LMT

Krissy Lindquist


I was introduced to Shiatsu by a lovely woman, Wendy Ward, who also gave me insight into the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I have a great respect for cultures, confident in the healing nature of plants and their historical existence in the creation of physical, mental, and spiritual balance. Shiatsu, for me, embodies the same healing presence, with the addition of human touch! I am constantly energized by others responses to Shiatsu; something I share with students in Portland at the naturopath college, and with clients, as an LMT.

I am a big advocate of movement within a massage. In order to restore the bodies energy and strength, it is important to provide muscles with full range of motion, also allowing for proper alignment within each joint. With the addition of active and passive stretching during a massage, patients will notice their strengths and weaknesses. This is a building block through which I can help improve through consecutive sessions.

I feel very fortunate to meet and work with those who have chosen Lara as their healer. Combined with acupuncture, or by itself, I look forward to introducing Shiatsu into your treatment, creating a unique, personal session based on your needs. Feel free to ask questions and communicate what you would like from each session! You can also check out my blog at shiatsubear.blogspot.com to learn more about Shiatsu and its benefits.

Originally from Phoenix, AZ I moved to Oregon in 2002. I studied Anatomy & Human Physiology at the University of Oregon where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science with a background in Athletic Training in 2006. I graduated from Oregon School of Massage here in Portland, where I now love calling home! I am continuously learning from students as I share massage techniques at OSM and NCNM and love the interaction with those committed to the future of holistic healthcare. You can always find me biking about, enjoying the local luxories close to home.