TMJ Treatment & Craniosacral Therapy in Portland & Lake Oswego
Find lasting relief from jaw pain, tension, and TMJ discomfort
If you’re clenching, grinding, or living with jaw pain — and the plan has been night guard or botox — this is a different approach— one that works with your nervous system, not against it.
What is TMJ Dysfunction (TMJD)?
Your jaw shouldn’t hurt when you speak, chew, yawn, or smile — but sometimes it does. Your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) connect your jaw to your skull, and when they or the surrounding muscles are irritated — from stress, clenching or grinding, posture, tension, or an overactive nervous system — it can show up as:
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 ignored, these symptoms quietly take over your life — making meals, conversations, and even rest feel stressful and tense.
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Meet Becky
I’m Dr. Becky Higginson, a holistic chiropractor specializing in TMJ dysfunction and chronic stress & overwhelm — two areas that often overlap.
I bring both clinical depth and lived experience to this work, weaving together gentle bodywork and herbal medicine to support people with sensitive bodies and layered histories.
Rather than doing a little of everything, I focus on what I know best.
My care is precise, relational, and rooted in listening — designed for people who need more nuance, not more force.
I Do Chiropractic Care Differently.
When most people think of chiropractic care, they imagine loud cracks and forceful adjustments. That’s not what happens here. My work is gentle and pop free
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 by focusing on the symptoms alone, and nothing seems to stick, it might be time to look at the foundation.
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 fascia and 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.’
Your introductory session begins with a thorough intake and physical exam to explore what’s showing up in your body, clarify your symptoms, and determine a thoughtful path forward.
How We Can Work Together
Eliminate Jaw Pain
For: jaw pain, locking & clicking
A 5 week program that includes intraoral massage to ease clenching, tension, clicking and pain with home exercises to support you between sessions.
Craniosacral Therapy:
For: chronic tension & nervous system overwhelm
Drop-in sessions to help your nervous system unwind. The synergy of fascial release and Craniosacral Therapy is at the heart of my work — gently releasing tension while supporting the nervous system
What I Dont Do
This work is intentionally focused. That means there are some things I don’t offer — on purpose.
I don’t use traditional chiropractic adjustments
I don’t bill insurance — it requires a different model of care, one that limits session length and treatment scope
I don’t follow one-size-fits-all protocols
I don’t push through pain or override your nervous system — even if you tell me you can “handle” more pressure, I listen to your body.
I don’t chase symptoms without looking at the whole system
I don’t promise quick fixes or miracle cures
Instead, I work slowly, with respect for your body’s capacity and signals.
What to Expect: TMJ Therapy With TMJ Chiro
Free Virtual Consultation — We start with a friendly, no-pressure chat to understand your history, symptoms, and goals.
Comprehensive Intake & Evaluation — Review of posture, jaw mobility, muscle tension, nervous-system stressors, and daily habits.
Personalized Treatment Plan — Gentle fascia-based therapy, jaw and muscle work, posture and nervous-system support, and guidance for home care and stress relief.
Ongoing Support & Prevention — I help you retrain your system, reduce trigger behaviors, and teach you how to maintain healthy function long-term.
If you’re tired of living with pain, tension, or debilitating stress — and you’re looking for gentle, effective bodywork in Portland — let’s talk. Set up your free virtual consultation and take the first step toward lasting relief.
Ready for Relief? Book a Free Virtual Consultation
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
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