Workshops
The Essentials of Massage and Pregnancy Flagstaff-October 2023
Not wanting to specialize, but open to the occasional pregnant client? This course provides
information for healthy, low-risk clients seeking pregnancy discomfort reduction. Discussion
covers physical/emotional changes, benefits, contraindications, interview considerations,
bolstering, table positioning, setting suggestions, supply needs and intake/consent forms.
Technique portion involves practicing Swedish massage in side-line position and on incline.
Need to bring a table, linens, and 4 pillows.
Gloria C. Mathiesen, MA, LPC, C-DBT, LMT, E-RYT 200, YACEP, Certified Aromatherapist, Usui Reiki Master/Teacher graduated in 1997 from Irene Gauthier’s Myomassology Institute located in her home state of Michigan. She has been providing therapeutic massage services ever since. She has fine-tuned her bodywork practice to meet the needs of individuals who suffer from chronic pain, trauma, and stress related issues.
In 2007, Gloria took her massage experience and expertise into the education realm and helped develop and instruct Pima Community College’s Therapeutic Massage Program in Tucson, Arizona as an adjunct faculty member. She continued this journey and became a national provider for NCBTMB in 2010. Gloria has provided continuing education for Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, along with public self-care workshops.
In addition to her Massage & Bodywork training, Gloria received her MA in Mental Health Counseling from Bowling Green State University, Ohio and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the state of Ohio and a Licensed Professional Counselor with the state of Arizona. She has also continued her education in the mental health field by receiving certifications in Marriage & Family Therapy, Compulsive & Addictive Behavior, and Play Therapy from Capella University. She currently runs a virtual private practice, specializing in trauma work and has completed a 50-Hour Certification of Completion in EMDR.
In 2018 she completed a certification program in aromatherapy and in February of 2019 became a registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance. All of her modalities, trainings, and studies continue to interweave the connection between the mind and body and how to best build resilience for today’s modern high stress lifestyle.
Gloria’s passion focuses her development on bridging the mind and body with unique courses and public workshops addressing topics such as PTSD, eating disorders, addiction, chronic pain, and trauma.
Date/Time: October 29th, 9am-3:30pm, with a lunch break midday
Location: 113 W Phoenix Ave Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Tuition: $120
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Continuing Education Credits: 6
Upcoming Workshops
2023:
October:
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Hip muscles 3 CEs - Mesa
October 6th 2023, 9am-12pmKinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 3CEs
Webinar Zoom option available
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Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Tucson-October 2023 - Tucson
October 11th - October 15th 2023 , 8am - 5pmPresented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies - This course will assist therapists in developing treatment sequences for the management of edema of various geneses including post-traumatic and post-surgical edema; as well as several pathologies such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, chronic pain reduction, and others.
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Massage for Injury Rehab: Head and Neck Mesa-October 2023 - Mesa
October 13th 2023, 9am-4pmThis class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the head and neck.
CE Hours: 6 Cost: $150
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Advanced MLD - Management of Post Plastic Surgery Procedures Tucson-October 2023 - Tucson
October 19th - October 22nd 2023 , 8am - 5pmPresented by the Academy of Lymphatic Studies - This course will assist therapists in developing treatment sequences and protocols specific to post surgery of Liposuction, Breast Surgeries, Tummy Tucks, and Brazilian Butt Lifts. This will include and discuss the techniques, contraindications, risk factors, and protocols related to these surgeries.
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Lower Leg muscles 3 CEs - Mesa
October 21st 2023, 9am-12pmKinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 3CEs
Webinar Zoom option available
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Aromatherapy for Mental Health Tucson-October 2023 - Tucson
October 23rd 2023, 1pm-4pmLearn how essential oils can influence your client and decrease stress levels.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $70
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Working with PTSD as a Bodyworker Tucson-October 2023 - Tucson
October 23rd 2023, 9am-12pmThis class will take a look at how stress affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 Webinar Option Available
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Essentials of Cranial-Sacral Flagstaff-October 2023 - Flagstaff
October 28th 2023, 9am-3:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $120
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The Essentials of Massage and Pregnancy Flagstaff-October 2023 - Flagstaff
October 29th 2023, 9am-3:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis course provides information for healthy, low-risk clients seeking pregnancy discomfort reduction.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $120
November:
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Chi Nei Tsang level 1 - Tucson 2023 - Tucson
November 2nd - November 4th 2023 , 9am to 5pmChi Nei Tsang is a wholistic approach to massage therapy with roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Learn basic hands-on techniques to restore health and vitality to the internal organs.
21 CEs
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Arm muscles 3 CEs - Mesa
November 3rd 2023, 9am-12pmKinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 3CEs
Webinar Zoom option available
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Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa-November 2023 - Mesa
November 4th - November 5th 2023 , 9am to 4pm, with a lunch break middayIn this transformational class, you will walk away with the understanding of how your Chakra System is an energetic structure in which you can organize your life force
13 CEs Cost: $260
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Massage for Injury Rehab: Head and Neck Tucson-November 2023 - Tucson
November 10th 2023, 9am-4pmThis class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the head and neck.
CE Hours: 6 Cost: $150
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Essentials of Cranial-Sacral Tucson-November 2023 - Tucson
November 13th 2023, 9am-3:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $120
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Trunk muscles 3 CEs - Mesa
November 18th 2023, 9am-12pmKinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 3CEs
Webinar Zoom option available
December:
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Shoulder muscles 3 CEs - Mesa
December 1st 2023, 9am-12pmKinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 3CEs
Webinar Zoom option available
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The Trauma-Informed Massage Therapist Mesa-December 2023 - Mesa
December 3rd 2023, 9am to 3:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis class will begin with a thorough definition of trauma, including the three types. Next, we will explore the neuroscience involved and what it tells us about the impact of trauma. Last, we will explore the stages of trauma treatment and how massage therapy can be a part of the therapeutic process.
6 CEs Cost: $120 Webinar Option Available
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Yoga for Anxiety Mesa-December 2023 - Mesa
December 4th 2023, 9am - 1pmThis self-care course provides a comprehensive working knowledge of how to use yoga for self-regulation and managing anxiety.
4 CEs, $80
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Yoga for Depression Mesa-December 2023 - Mesa
December 4th 2023, 2pm - 6pmThis self-care course provides a comprehensive working knowledge of how to use yoga for uplifting and mood regulation.
4CEs, $80
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Yoga for Anxiety Tucson-December 2023 - Tucson
December 10th 2023, 9am - 1pmThis self-care course provides a comprehensive working knowledge of how to use yoga for self-regulation and managing anxiety.
4 CEs, $80
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Yoga for Depression Tucson-December 2023 - Tucson
December 10th 2023, 2pm - 6pmThis self-care course provides a comprehensive working knowledge of how to use yoga for uplifting and mood regulation.
4CEs, $80
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face muscles 3 CEs - Mesa
December 16th 2023, 9am-12pmKinesiology is the study of the mechanics of movement. In this class, we will build on participants’ kinesiology knowledge to explore how understanding how our muscles move can enhance our treatment planning and massage sessions. We will review joint movements, muscle attachments, and movements and strategies to palpate these muscles efficiently. We will use these tools to explore how we can incorporate this knowledge into treatment planning, providing our clients an effective massage session. This course is a series of 6, 3-hour classes broken down into different regions of the body. Participants may choose any number of classes in the series to attend in any order. 3CEs
Webinar Zoom option available