Our Team
DR. KEVIN YURKISH DC MS (he/him)
Dr Kevin Yurkish is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician in Portland, Oregon. He believes in a simple formula to sustain a healthy life and he is excited to help you feel your best.
His approach empowers your step-by-step improvement and he will work with you to develop a tailored treatment plan to help overcome injury or illness and reach your goals. He uses a unique blend of manual therapy, traditional chiropractic, pilates and strength based rehabilitation along with guided nutritional support to help you bloom into your full potential.
He has had the pleasure of working with professional and olympic athletes throughout his tenure, and served as the athletic therapist for the University of Alberta Men’s Soccer Team prior to beginning his practice. His personal sporting endeavors in volleyball, rugby and hockey led him to this career but his passion is in helping people, whether you’re an athlete or not. Dr. Yurkish is a queer immigrant dedicated to creating a safe space for every human, especially the QBIPOC community.
His education began in Edmonton at the University of Alberta, where he received his Bachelor’s in Kinesiology, graduating on the Dean’s List. He then moved to Portland, graduating with a Master’s of Science in Sports Medicine and Doctorate in Chiropractic at University of Western States, finishing at the top of his class. He is now an adjunct faculty member at the University of Western States, where he teaches as a clinical preceptor to chiropractic students.
His zeal is using Food as Medicine, and he instills these natural health principles as a core component of his clinical care. He partners with personal trainers, dietitians, physical therapists, medical and naturopathic providers to appropriately direct the care of his patients. He also serves on the Board for the New Grocery Movement, aiming to restructure the food system.
Outside of the clinic he likes making salads from his garden, going paddle-boarding on the river or grabbing a slice of organic sourdough pizza at his husband’s restaurant, Pizza Thief.
DR. LARA THOMAS DC (she/her)
Dr. Lara Thomas is a chiropractor from Portland, Oregon that strives to meet patients where they’re at and work with them to reach their wellness goals. She believes in helping people find joyful movement that elevates their quality of life. Recognizing that each individual has unique health goals, she will collaborate with you to create a personalized treatment plan using evidence based techniques. Patients can expect a thorough assessment coupled with treatment which may include a combination of diversified chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue modalities, rehabilitative exercises and patient education.
She studied Psychology at Seattle University before attending University of Western States to earn her Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Dr. Lara is certified in Active Release Techniques® (ART) and has training in IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization), Kinesiology taping and McKenzie technique. She actively participates in continuing education in order to stay up to date on the latest advancements in chiropractic care.
In her spare time she enjoys walking and running her dog Floyd, playing volleyball and tennis and baking. She coaches volleyball at Jefferson High School and likes volunteering at the humane society.
SUKHO GOMES, LMT (he/him)
For two decades, Sukho has supported clients in navigating pain and finding space and movement in their bodies. In the last ten years of clinical practice, Sukho has been a part of thousands of treatments, focusing on the most common conditions, such as back pain, shoulder and knee pain, and various common day-to-day conditions. He has also had the opportunity to collaborate on rare and complex cases. This has contributed to a refined touch that blends intuition with clinical precision.
Sukho will provide you with a custom-tailored treatment to your needs today. You will leave feeling more mobile, with more space to move and decreased tension and pain.
JAMES THOMASON, LMT (he/him)
James Thomason is a licensed massage therapist (#28056) based in Portland, Oregon and a graduate of East West College of Healing Arts. With training in Deep Tissue, Swedish, and Sports massage, James brings a grounded yet intuitive approach to bodywork.
James creates space for clients to reconnect with their bodies through compassionate care. His sessions are tailored to support balance, recovery, and ease, whether you’re seeking relief from tension, enhanced athletic performance, or simply a quiet moment of restoration.
James offers flexible scheduling and package options designed to fit seamlessly into busy lives, making regular self-care both accessible and sustainable.