Workshops
Understanding your clients who have Autism Spectrum Disorder Mesa-May 2024
We will begin with a look at the history of and a discussion over the diagnosis, Autism Spectrum
Disorder, as described in the DSM-5-TR. Next, we will look at current statistics, treatments, and the
benefits of CAM (Complementary Alternative Medicine) as an adjunct. Last, we will cover the
components of sensory integration and how to adapt your massage treatment to a hypo or
hypersensitive child.
**Webinar Option Available**
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: May 2nd, 2pm-5pm
Location: ASIS/ACOLS Learning Center, 259 W. 1st Avenue Mesa, AZ 85210
Tuition: $60
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Continuing Education Credits: 3
Upcoming Workshops
2025:
November:
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Myofascial Restoration: Shoulder Girdle & Upper Extremity - Mesa
November 8th - November 10th 2025 , 10am-6pmThis class will take an in depth look at theories and practice of fascia and myofascial restoration.
CE Hours: 24 Cost: $575 , $475 (Early Bird through Nov 1st)
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Massage for Injury Rehab: Low Back Lower Cross Syndrome Mesa- November 2025 - Mesa
November 14th 2025, 9am-4pmThis class will take an in depth look at injuries and massage techniques to support recovery of the low back, low cross syndrome
CE Hours: 6 Cost$150
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Introduction to Essential Oils Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 15th 2025, 10am-1pmThis class will give you an introduction to the incredible world of essential oils so that you can use them with confidence. Top 7 oils covered to get you started right away. Tuition includes handbook, "Introduction to Essential Oils."
CE Hours: 3 Cost $75
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Cupping with Care Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 15th 2025, 2pm-6pmThis class gives you a solid introduction to cupping therapy as a soft tissue technique. You will get an overview of the methods and why they are used. Learn about the history, the cups themselves, the indications and contraindications, and how to use cupping on your clients. Cups are provided as part of your tuition.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $95
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Aromatherapy for Mental Health Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 16th 2025, 10am-1pmTake an aromatic journey through the world of essential oils and discover which ones support excitatory neurotransmitters (like dopamine) and inhibitory neurotransmitters (like serotonin) naturally so that you can support your brain’s desire to maintain homeostasis. Learn how you can use essential oils to help decrease your client’s stress level during session—as well as your own.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $75
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Facial Beauty with Gua Sha Mesa - November 2025 - Mesa
November 16th 2025, 2pm-6pmStudents will learn the Traditional Chinese Medicine modality Gua Sha which is used to invoke circulatory movement of blood and Qi in the facial tissue. Indications and contraindications along with how to use a Gua Sha Tool will be demonstrated with plenty of time to practice in class. A jade Gua Sha tool set is included with tuition.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $95
December:
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa-December 2025 - Mesa
December 6th 2025, 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.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60
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Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa - December 2025 - Mesa
December 13th - December 14th 2025 , 9:30am-4:30pm, 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.CE Hours: 13 Cost $270
2026:
January:
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Level 1: Thai Massage Essentials Mesa - January 2026 - Mesa
January 17th - January 18th 2026 , 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayEntire class is presented and practiced on a Thai floor mat. A basic introduction to Thai Massage that is suitable for new students.
CE Hours: 12 Cost $360 **There is a service fee for all refunds
February:
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Working with Eating Disorders as a Bodyworker Mesa - February 2026 - Mesa
February 21st 2026, 10am-2pmThis class will take a look at how eating disorders can affect the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $120 **There is a service fee for all refunds.
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Working with PTSD as a Bodyworker Mesa - February 2026 - Mesa
February 22nd 2026, 10am-2pmThis class will take a look at how stress affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $120 **There is a service fee for all refunds.
March:
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The Essentials of Massage and Pregnancy Mesa - March 2026 - Mesa
March 21st 2026, 10-4:30PMNot wanting to specialize, but open to the occasional pregnant client? This course provides information for healthy, low-risk clients seeking pregnancy discomfort reduction.
CE Hours: 6 Cost: $180 **There is a fee for all refunds.
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Reiki Level 1 Mesa - March 2026 - Mesa
March 22nd 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Reiki Level I therapy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $180 **There is a service fee for all refunds.
April:
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Essentials of Cranial-Sacral Mesa - April 2026 - Mesa
April 18th 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $180 **There is a service fee for all refunds.
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Cranial-Sacral Part II Mesa- April 2026 - Mesa
April 19th 2026, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayA continuation of my Essentials of Cranial-Sacral class. A short review and then we will cover additional techniques that involve the following cranial and facial bones: ethmoid bone, zygoma, and the mandible. We will also be doing Cranial-Combos utilizing techniques from both trainings.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $180 *There is a service fee for all refunds.
May:
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Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Mesa - May 2026 - Mesa
May 16th - May 17th 2026 , 9:30am-4:30pm, 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.
CE Hours: 13 Cost $390 *There is a service fee for all refunds.