Workshops
Understanding Anxiety and Depression as a Massage Therapist Flagstaff-September 2024
We will begin with a discussion over the current statistics of Anxiety and Depression in the U.S.A and
locally. Next, we will look at the types of Anxiety and origin. Next, we will look at the types of
Depression and origin. Finally, we will look at contraindications and benefits of massage when
working with a client who may have Anxiety and/or Depression.
**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: September 22nd, 2pm-6pm
Location: Flagstaff Campus, 113 W Phoenix Ave Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Tuition: $80
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Continuing Education Credits: 4
Upcoming Workshops
2024:
May:
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Understanding ADHD and how it is treated Mesa-May 2024 - Mesa
May 2nd 2024, 10am-1pmThis class will take a look at how ADHD and treatments for AHD affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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Understanding your clients who have Autism Spectrum Disorder Mesa-May 2024 - Mesa
May 2nd 2024, 2pm-5pmThis class will take a look at how Autism Spectrum Disorder affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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The Trauma-Informed Massage Therapist Mesa-May 2024 - Mesa
May 3rd 2024, 10am-4:30pm, 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.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $120 **Webinar Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Trunk Mesa-May 2024 - Mesa
May 4th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Essentials of Cranial-Sacral Flagstaff-May 2024 - Flagstaff
May 4th 2024, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $130
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Cranial-Sacral Part II Flagstaff-May 2024 - Flagstaff
May 5th 2024, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $130
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Advanced MLD - Management of Post Plastic Surgery Procedures Mesa-May 2024 - Mesa
May 16th - May 19th 2024 , 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.
CE Hours: 28 Cost $1,100
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Hip Mesa-May 2024 - Mesa
May 24th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
June:
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Lower Leg Mesa-June 2024 - Mesa
June 1st 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Understanding ADHD and how it is treated Flagstaff-June 2024 - Flagstaff
June 1st 2024, 10am-1pmThis class will take a look at how ADHD and treatments for AHD affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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Understanding your clients who have Autism Spectrum Disorder Flagstaff-June 2024 - Flagstaff
June 1st 2024, 2pm-5pmThis class will take a look at how Autism Spectrum Disorder affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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The Trauma-Informed Massage Therapist Flagstaff-June 2024 - Flagstaff
June 2nd 2024, 10am-4:30pm, 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.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $120 **Webinar Option Available**
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Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Tucson-June 2024 - Tucson
June 12th - June 16th 2024 , 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.
CE Hours: 40 Cost $1,250 **Hybrid Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa-June 2024 - Mesa
June 14th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Cranial-Sacral Part II Tucson-June 2024 - Tucson
June 17th 2024, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayThis introductory class provides a working knowledge and techniques for Cranial-Sacral therpy.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $130
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Advanced MLD - Management of Post Plastic Surgery Procedures Tucson-June 2024 - Tucson
June 20th - June 23rd 2024 , 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.
CE Hours: 28 Cost $1,100
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Shoulder Mesa-June 2024 - Mesa
June 29th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
July:
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Developmental Psychology and our Chakra System Flagstaff-July 2024 - Flagstaff
July 6th - July 7th 2024 , 10am-5pm, 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
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Arm Mesa-July 2024 - Mesa
July 12th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Hip Mesa-July 2024 - Mesa
July 27th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
August:
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Understanding ADHD and how it is treated Tucson-August 2024 - Tucson
August 1st 2024, 10am-1pmThis class will take a look at how ADHD and treatments for AHD affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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Understanding your clients who have Autism Spectrum Disorder Tucson-August 2024 - Tucson
August 1st 2024, 2pm-5pmThis class will take a look at how Autism Spectrum Disorder affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Mesa-August 2024 - Mesa
August 7th - August 11th 2024 , 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.
CE Hours: 40 Cost $1,250 **Hybrid Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Trunk Mesa-August 2024 - Mesa
August 16th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Integrating Thai Massage in your massage sessions Flagstaff-August 2024 - Flagstaff
August 17th 2024, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayAn introduction Thai techniques class, for both prone and supine stretches, that can be used to integrate
Thai techniques on the massage table.CE Hours: 6 Cost $130
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The Trauma-Informed Massage Therapist Flagstaff-August 2024 - Flagstaff
August 18th 2024, 10am-4:30pm, 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.
CE Hours: 6 Cost $120 **Webinar Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Neck, Head and Face Mesa-August 2024 - Mesa
August 24th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
September:
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Lower Leg Mesa-September 2024 - Mesa
September 6th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Integrating Thai Massage in your massage sessions Tucson-September 2024 - Tucson
September 9th 2024, 10am-4:30pm, with a lunch break middayAn introduction Thai techniques class, for both prone and supine stretches, that can be used to integrate
Thai techniques on the massage table.CE Hours: 6 Cost $130
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Massage for Injury Rehab: Head and Neck Flagstaff-September 2024 - Flagstaff
September 13th 2024, 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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Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Tucson-September 2024 - Tucson
September 18th - September 22nd 2024 , 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.
CE Hours: 40 Cost $1,250 **Hybrid Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Arm Mesa-September 2024 - Mesa
September 21st 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Using Massage During the Stages of Grief Flagstaff-September 2024 - Flagstaff
September 21st 2024, 10am-1pmThis class will take a look at how grief affects the body and massage considerations to support grieving clients.
CE Hours: 3 Cost $60 **Webinar Option Available**
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Yoga for Grief Flagstaff-September 2024 - Flagstaff
September 21st 2024, 2pm-6pmThis self-care course provides a comprehensive working knowledge of how to use yoga for mood regulation.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $80
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Working with PTSD as a Bodyworker Flagstaff-September 2024 - Flagstaff
September 22nd 2024, 10am-1pmThis 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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Understanding Anxiety and Depression as a Massage Therapist Flagstaff-September 2024 - Flagstaff
September 22nd 2024, 2pm-6pmThis class will take a look at how anxiety and/or depression affects the body and massage considerations to support clients.
CE Hours: 4 Cost $80 **Webinar Option Available**
October:
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Certification in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) Mesa-October 2024 - Mesa
October 2nd - October 6th 2024 , 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.
CE Hours: 40 Cost $1,250 **Hybrid Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Shoulder Mesa-October 2024 - Mesa
October 11th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Elevating assessment skills using kinesiology and palpation: Trunk Mesa-October 2024 - Mesa
October 19th 2024, 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 **Webinar Option Available**
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Massage for Injury Rehab: Head and Neck Tucson-October 2024 - Tucson
October 25th 2024, 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