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Education

2024

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Plastic Surgery Protocols: Pre & Post Op Techniques

Instructors: Elisa DiFalco, MS, OT, CMLDT, LMT & Bart Rademaker, MD

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Oncology Massage: The Foundation Class

Instructor: Geri Randles, LMT, CMLDT

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Treatments for Cancer: Biologic and Immunotherapies

Instructor: Rebecca Sturgeon, LMT, CMLDT

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Showing Up at the End of Life

Instructor: Cal Cates, LMT

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Reconstructive Surgeries for Cancer

Instructor: Rebecca Sturgeon, LMT, CMLDT

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Metastasis & Massage

Instructor: Rebecca Sturgeon, LMT, CMLDT

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Meet Cancer: An Introduction to the Physiopathology of Cancer

Instructor: Rebecca Sturgeon, LMT, CMLDT

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The Lymphatic System: The Beginning of the Flow

Instructor: Laura Bryant-Earner, LMT, CMLDT, S4OM

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The Lymphatic System: Function and Dysfunction

Instructor: Laura Bryant-Earner, LMT, CMLDT, S4OM

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The Lymphatic System: Do No Harm

Instructor: Laura Bryant-Earner, LMT, CMLDT, S4OM

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Killer MTs: What You Don't Know About Cancer Can Be Dangerous

Instructors: Cal Cates, LMT & Kerry Jordan, LMT

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Diagnostic Tools and Medical Devices

Instructor: Rebecca Sturgeon, LMT, CMLDT

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Being Human: Authenticity and Sustainability in Caregiving

Instructors: Cal Cates, LMT & Kerry Jordan, LMT

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2023

Manual Lymphatic Drainage 

Instructor: Elisa DiFalco

 

Essentials for Edema Reduction

Instructor: Elisa DiFalco

 

Myofascial Techniques: TMJ

Instructor: Til Luchau

 

Table & Chair Thai Yoga Massage: Clients' Favorite Techniques 

Instructors: Heath & Nicole Reed

 

Foot Reflexology 

Instructor: Marc Zollicoffer

 

A Combined Approach: Hands on and Cupping Techniques for Neck Fascia

Instructors: Allison Denney & Dr. Joi Edwards

 

A Detailed Approach to Sidelying Techniques

Instructor: Allison Denney

 

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Instructor: Sean Riehl

 

Orthopedic Cupping

Instructor: Dr. Joi Edwards

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Cupping and the Lymphatic System

Instructor: Paul Kohlmeier

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Cancer: Beyond the Basics

Instructor: Ruth Werner

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Thai Massage

School: Isla Verde Spa Training Academy

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Understanding Myofascial Pain and Fibromyalgia

Instructor: Theresa Schmidt

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Understanding and Treating the Four Common Rotator Cuff Injuries

Instructor: Ben Benjamin, PhD

2022

Kundalini Teacher Training (300 Hours)

School: Yogamu

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Multi Style Yoga Teacher Training Course (300 Hours)

School: Yogamu

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Meditation Teacher Training (300 Hours)

School: Yogamu

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Kids Yoga Teacher Training Level 1

School: Yogamu

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Bowen Therapy

School: Isla Verde Spa Training Academy

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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Assessing and Addressing the Four Types

Instructor: Joe Muscolino

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Full Body Presence for Healthy Boundaries

Instructor: Suzanne Scurlock

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Myofascial Techniques and New Theories of Fascial Change

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Thai Yoga Massage and Fearless Draping

Instructor: Heath & Nicole Reed

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How to Eliminate Multiple Nerve Compression Patterns in the Upper Body

Instructor: James Waslaski

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Working with Inflammation

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Lymph Drainage

Instructor: Dr. Bruno Chikly

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Vedic Thai Yoga Bodywork: Nuad Bo'Rarn

Instructor: Michael Buck

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Fascia and Low-Back Pain: Techniques for the Thoracolumbar Fascia

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Lymphatic System: An Essential Guide to an Underrated System

Instructors: Ruth Werner, Megan Belanger

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Introduction to Oncology Massage

Instructors: Cal Cates, Kerry Jordan

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Cancer and the Human Connection

Instructor: Multiple Contributors; ABMP

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Manual Lymphatic Drainage: Basic Techniques for the Neck and Face

Instructor: Nicola McGill

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Introduction to Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Instructor: Nicola McGill

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Soul Scents: Aromatherapy for the Spirit

Instructor: Anne Williams

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Where It Is, It Isn't: Successfully Treating Lower Back Pain

Instructor: Eric Stephenson

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Cornerstones: The ABMP Instructor Development Program

Instructor: Anne Williams

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Fascia: Updating Our Hands-On Approach

Instructors: Whitney Lowe, Til Luchau

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Fascial Anatomy: How Microscopic Images of Fascia Inform Our Understanding

Instructor: Gil Hedley

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Fascia Fundamentals: What Every Massage Therapist Needs to Know

Instructors: Rachelle Clauson, David Lesondak

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Buteyko Breathing: Techniques for Self-Care and Vitality

Instructor: Patrick McKeown

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Living with Chronic Back Pain - A Client's Perspective

Instructor: Diana Thompson

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Elder Care and Hospice

Instructor: Ann Catlin

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Thai Bamboo Foot Reflexology

Instructors: Heath & Nicole Reed

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Functional Range Release: An Introduction to a New Technique of Fascial Treatment

Instructors: John Saratsiotis, Andreo Spina

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Techniques for Frozen Shoulder and Frozen Hips

Instructor: James Waslaski

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Assessment and Methods for the Shoulder Girdle

Instructor: Douglas Nelson

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Anatomy Trains: Re-Visioning Soft-Tissue Patterning

Instructor: Tom Myers

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A Massage Therapist's Guide to Long Covid

Instructor: Ruth Werner

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Getting to the Root of the Problem

Instructor: Leon Chaitow

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Plantar Foot Pain

Instructors: Whitney Lowe, Til Luchau

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Bowen Technique for the Massage Therapist

Instructor: Ossie Rentsch

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Therapeutic Strategies for Surgeries, Scars, and Burns

Instructor: Pete Whitridge

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East Meets West Face Massage

Instructors: Heath & Nicole Reed

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Myofascial Techniques: Hands-On for the Hands

Instructor: Til Luchau

2021

Kundalini Yoga Teacher Level 1 (200 Hours)

School: Yogamu

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International Yoga Teacher Training (200 Hours)

School: Bhakti Yogshala

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Meditation Teacher Level 2 CMT (200 Hours)

School: Yogamu

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Meditation Teacher Level 1 CMT (100 Hours)

School: Yogamu

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Pranayama Introduction

School: Yogamu

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A Global Approach to the Knee

Instructor: Allison Denney

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Asian Reflexology: Traditional Chinese, Thai, and Japanese Shiatsu Approaches for the Feet

Instructors: Heath & Nicole Reed

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Easing Pregnancy Pain: Three Ways to Help the Most Common Prenatal Complaints

Instructors: Carole Osborne, Michele Kolakowski, David Lobenstine

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Cupping with Movement for Upper-Body Conditions

Instructor: Paul Kohlmeier

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Funky Necks, TOS, and Arm Pain

Instructor: Erik Dalton

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Visceral Manipulation: Keeping Our Bodies in an Harmonious State

Instructor: Jean Anne Zollars

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Blood Clots: Causes, Concerns, and Considerations

Instructor: Ruth Werner

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Toe Reading: A Reflexology Assessment Tool

Instructor: KCMiller

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Mother's Massage: A Guide to Prenatal and Postpartum Massage & Wellness

Instructors: Multiple Contributors; ABMP

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Anatomist's Corner: An Advanced Guide to Anatomy in Massage & Bodywork

Instructor: Tom Myers

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Presentation Design for How People Learn

Instructor: Anne Williams

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Healing Moves for Self-Care

Instructors: Heath & Nicole Reed

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Discovery Through Dissection

Instructor: Tom Myers

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Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain Syndrome

Instructor: Kimberly Miller

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Fragile Bodies: Bodywork for Chronic Disorders

Instructor: John Coleman

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Scar Tissue Management

Instructors: Nancy Keeney Smith, Cathy Ryan

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Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy

Instructor: Tad Wanveer

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Essential Oil Blending for Body, Mind, and Spirit

Instructor: Anne Williams

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Essential Oils in Massage Therapy

Instructor: Rae Dunphy

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The Chakras: Mind, Body, Spirit

Instructor: Marcia Phillips West

2020

Banish Pain with Trigger Point Therapy

Instructor: Laura Perry

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Pediatric Massage: Highlighting the Effects of Trauma

Instructor: Tina Allen

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Connection and Courage in Times of Uncertainty

Instructor: Amy Andrews McMaster

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Breathing Pattern Dysfunction and Pelvic Pain

Instructor: Leon Chaitow

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A Massage Therapist's Guide to COVID-19: October 2020

Instructor: Ruth Werner

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Touching Trauma

Instructors: Chris Smith, Cindy Williams, Kristin Coverly

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A Detailed Approach to General Neck Pain

Instructor: Allison Denney

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Stretching the Piriformis

Instructor: Joe Muscolino

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Myofascial Techniques: Shoulder Pain and Restrictions

Instructor: Til Luchau

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2019

Myofascial Techniques: Hamstring Issues and Injuries

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Precision Neuromuscular Therapy

Instructor: Douglas Nelson

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Infant Masage: Is it More than Just Super Cuddling?

Instructor: Tina Allen

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What is Pediatric Massage?

Instructor: Tina Allen

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A Detailed Approach to Low-Back Pain

Instructor: Allison Denney

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Clinical Applications of Anatomy Trains Meridians

Instructor: Tom Myers

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Body Reading the Myofascial Meridians: The Deep Front Line, The Arm Lines, The Spiral Line

Instructor: Tom Myers

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Deconstruct Your Headache Pain

Instructor: Ben Benjamin, PhD

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The Challenge of Upper Extremity Overuse Disorders

Instructor: Whitney Lowe

2018

Myofascial Techniques: Sciatica, A New Look

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Ayurvedic Holistic Philosophy and Chakra System

Instructor: Marc Zollicoffer

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Rising Above the Opioid Crisis: Massage Therapy and Integrative Pain Management

Instructor: Diana Thompson

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Fibromyalgia: The Invisible Disease

Instructor: Ruth Werner

2017

Foot Reflexology: Benefits, Philosophy, and the 34 Points

Instructor: Marc Zollicoffer

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The Art and Science of a Good Night's Sleep

Instructor: Anne Williams

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Advanced Deep Tissue Muscular Therapy Techniques: Low Back and Neck

Instructor: Ben Benjamin, PhD

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Cancer Treatment and Massage Therapy

Instructor: Tracy Walton

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Touching the Mind with Bodywork

Instructor: Deane Juhan

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2016

Essential Oils for Body, Mind, and Spirit

Instructor: Anne Williams

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Myofascial Techniques: Sciatica and Nerve Pain

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Myofascial Techniques: Scalenes and the Neck

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Myofascial Techniques: Restoring Ankle Mobility and Stability

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Myofascial Techniques: Carpal Tunnel and Hand Pain

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Body Reading the Myofascial Meridians: The Lateral Lines, The Superficial Back Line

Instructor: Tom Myers

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Five-Element Medical Qi Gong and the Smiling Organ Meditation

Instructors: Heath & Nicole Reed

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Body-Mind: Emotions: Are They Contagious? Boundaries, Empathy, and Body-Mind

Instructor Til Luchau

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The Mystery of Pain

Instructor: Douglas Nelson

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Body-Mind: Proprioception and the Body Sense

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Body-Mind: Trauma: Body-Mind Considerations for Hands-On Work

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Body-Mind: Hope, Despair, and Intractable Symptoms: Body-Mind Considerations

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Body-Mind: Chronic Pain: Body-Mind Considerations for Hands-On Work

Instructor: Til Luchau

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Body-Mind: Understanding the Body-Mind Effects of Stress

Instructor: Til Luchau

2005

Massage Therapy Certification

School: Apollo College, Boise Campus

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