FAQs
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
The state requires that each Licensed Massage Therapist take 24 hours of Continuing Education per two years. I have taken several hundred hours of instruction since graduation. I have participated in courses such as Myofacial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, Cranosacral Therapy, Clinical Aromatherapy, Soamtic Psychology, Reiki, Lomi Lomi, Lymphatic Drainage and more. I am also a NCBTMB Approved Provider of Massage Therapy Continuing Education, and I teach more 10 CE workshops for Licensed Massage Therapists nation wide.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Not all Massage Therapists are created equally... Education (as well as focus of education) varies substantially. Entry level in our profession only requires 500 hours for state licensure. Therapists who have additional certification credentials beyond the minimum often who have as many as 1000-3000 hours of training. Also in addition to their massage license, many LMBT's hold bachelor's degrees and even some with post graduate degrees. I recommend seeking out a therapist who has specialized training that will be of the most benefit to you. Like all forms of healthcare there are also many specialties. Some specialize on treating pain, working with athletes, working in hospitals and long term care facilities and some specialize in relaxation and spa services. it is important to remember that massage is also a personal service, so each unique individual will connect with one person over another for various reasons. I would encourage you seek a therapist with whom you have confidence, respect and trust.
- What questions should customers think through before talking to professionals about their project?
Massage Therapy is much more than a luxury. It is about touch (a basic human need), compassion, empathy, and kindness. Massage is a form of health care which addresses your muscular system directly as well as your nervous system, joints, circulation, lymph flow and more. The benefits of massage continue to grow as we expand our scientific research. Massage Therapy is a Licensed profession with a detailed curriculum involving anatomy, physiology, pathology, kinesiology, musculoskeletal anatomy and more.