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Upcoming Classes

The following classes are taught at various locations throughout the Southeast. Some classes have links that are directed to the host venue to register.  Please follow the links for more info on registration and cancellation policies.

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Full List of Classes 

Theresa teaches these classes throughout the year. To get on our waiting list, or let her know what classed you'd like specialized training in, please contact us below.

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Craniosacral Level 1:  Anatomy, Theory and Technique 

16 CE Hours    9am – 6pm     $400

Class Description: CranioSacral Therapy is gaining in recognition and popularity with the general population. This class will give massage therapists at any experience level a clear understanding of the theory and benefits of this cutting-edge therapy and when to apply it. More importantly, the therapist will gain the focus and sensitivity to confidently feel and follow the subtle cranial movement. The techniques given in this class form a complete treatment protocol which is good for headaches, migraines, sinus issues and ear congestion which makes this class ideal for the therapist that wants to integrate CranioSacral Therapy into a general wellness and pain relief massage practice. A discussion about developing focused listening skills will encourage the therapist to take the practice beyond technique to mastery.

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Craniosacral Technique 2:  Mastery through Sensitivity

16 CE Hours   9am – 6pm   $400

Class Description: With the classic 10 Step Protocol as a foundation, the therapist will develop a greater mastery of skills and application with the practice of craniosacral techniques for the treatment of headaches, sinus issues and TMJ dysfunction. Intra oral techniques will be used to  work with the sinuses and TMJ with greater specificity and detail. Numerous coupled holds will be  introduced to balance bones with others in the system.  Somato-Emotional Release will be explored with the Central Channel Breath practiced as a grounding and sensing technique for the practitioner. The class is intended to offer beginning CranioSacral therapists a greater sense of comprehension, 

sensitivity, confidence and mastery.
Pre-requisite: Craniosacral Level 1

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Craniosacral Therapy 3: Conscious Touch for Deep Trauma

16 CE Hours    9am – 6pm     $400

Class Description: To help clients who have long standing and deeply held trauma, we must see and treat the whole person.  We will develop approaches to breakthrough the trauma and chronic illness mindset. Techniques like vault holds, long wave flows and unwinding protocols allow us to touch the whole cranial system and see how it dances with the whole body. Psychometry helps us to develop intuition and listening skills so we can assist clients in hearing their body’s needs.  Essential techniques working with the sphenobasilar junction, pelvic floor, vagus nerve, respiratory diaphragm release deep stores of tension.   Lastly, we will discuss how to create effective SOAP notes to document and track our work with craniosacral clients.

Pre-requisite: Craniosacral Level 1

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Deep Lymph Flushing Massage for Chronic Pain & Inflammation

16 CE Hours    9am – 6pm     $400

Class Description: Lymphatic drainage massage is in high demand in the wellness space. Lymphatic massage is a gentle yet profound manual technique that is effective in reducing deeply held congestion and inflammation while supporting your client’s detox programs.  It is truly supportive for clients with chronic illness and pain seen with Fibromyalgia, arthritis and Long Covid.  This course will teach the basic techniques of traditional manual lymph drainage as well as deeper flushing techniques drawn from sports massage techniques for extremities and a particular focus on flushing around the abdominal nodes and organs. It is taught as a 3-session protocol which is a wonderful service addition to your practice or spa menu. The techniques can also be integrated into any wellness, sports or pain relief massage session.  A lymph drainage facial and sinus routine using a Gua Sha stone will also be taught.  This course will not focus on oncology treatments.

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Psoas, Low Back & Hip Treatment Using Non-Force Deep Tissue Massage

8 CE Hours   9am-6pm   $200

Class Description: Does your client have chronic low back pain that your massage isn't resolving?  Do you think about working on the psoas but, hold back because you are nervous and lack confidence?  This class is for you.  The course will give you a clear picture of the anatomy of the psoas and the associated muscles in the glutes, hips and low back as well as the palpation skills to access and treat them confidently.  You will learn a full deep tissue massage routine in the prone, supine and side lying positions with secure draping.  Positional Release techniques assist in sinking deep into the muscles without pain. Lymphatic flushing techniques will be demonstrated to relieve inflammation in the tissues.  THIS CLASS IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR PREGNANT STUDENTS.

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Neck & Shoulder Treatment Using Non-Force Deep Tissue Massage

8 CE Hours   9am-6pm   $200

Class Description: Every professional bodyworker should have the expertise, sensitivity and skills to safely and efficiently address chronic neck pain as well as neck strain syndromes. Equally as important is technical ability to treat tension and injuries in the rotator cuff muscles. This course will train the therapist in non-force deep tissue techniques and trigger point release for the anterior, medial and posterior neck muscles as well as all four SITS muscles and the associated muscles of the upper back, arm, and chest.  Positional Release techniques assist in sinking deep into the muscles without pain.  Lymphatic flushing techniques will be demonstrated to relieve inflammation in the tissues. 

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Muscle Melting: Non-Force Deep Tissue Massage

8 CE Hours   9am – 6pm  $200

Class Description: To many people, Deep Tissue Massage means hard, aggressive, painful techniques meant to force the muscle to release tension. This type of work can leave the client with increased pain and the therapist burned out with stressed hands and joints. The latest anatomy research and development of advanced techniques show us the way to work in cooperation with the nervous system, the muscle proprioceptors, and the lymphatic system, engaging the body’s own healing mechanisms in order to release muscle tension and pain more thoroughly, deeply, and gently. This class will teach the therapist to identify and flush inflammation out of the muscles in preparation for deep work. Slow, sinking strokes performed with soft hands and optimal body alignment will calm the nervous system and lower proprioceptive activity. Effective, specific routines of non-force, deep tissue massage for the low back and hips, upper back and neck will be demonstrated and practiced.

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Energetic Bodywork: Blending Massage and Energy Work

16 CE Hours   9am – 6pm     $400

This class will teach you the following skills:

·         Balance the chakras through all layers of the energy fields & with the internal organs 

·         Clear a client’s energy channels with the Chelation Protocol

·         Release muscle tension deeply with Directed Energy Muscle Melting

·         Dialog with & release a client’s long held tension/trauma

·         Develop your Inner Knowing & Inner Sight

·         Hold a strong clear Energy Channel

·         Work empathically safely & confidently

·         Identify & clear negative energies from self & others

·         Learn how to blend all of this with your massage

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Positional Release Techniques

8 CE Hours  9am-6pm   $200

Class Description: PRT is a gentle therapy that places the injured or tight muscle in a position of ease to release the tension by reducing or stopping dysfunctional proprioceptor activity.  It is a simple but refined technique that can be performed on recent muscle injuries, chronic joint pain, taut muscle bundles or areas that are too tender to touch with the client fully clothed.  This makes it perfect to integrate with any other massage techniques.  This class will cover the theory and evolution of Lawerence H. Jones, D.O.’s original Strain and Counterstrain with extensive practice of techniques for all areas of the body.

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Teaching with Presence: Becoming a Successful NCBTMB Approved Provider

16 CE Hours    9am-6pm    $450

Class Description: Teaching professional massage therapists requires a very special skill set.  You must know your subject like the literal back of your hand and how to share it verbally, physically and hopefully with heart and humor.  In this class you will learn to create a cohesive lecture as though you are telling a great story. Also, how to give feedback at the table that is meaningful for each student and their learning style.  During our time, you will write a complete class with lesson plans, syllabi and learning objectives.  Then, Theresa will walk you through filling out the application to become an NCBTMB Approved Provider, an invaluable exercise.  Theresa is known for teaching courses that are technically challenging as well as fun and inspirational to beginning and experienced MTs.  She believes we need more trained and excellent instructors in the massage education field.

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