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#166 From: "sexyjoy3628" <sexyjoy3628@...>
Date: Sun Jun 3, 2007 12:30 am
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#165 From: Brandon and Kathleen Mazy <brandon_kathleen@...>
Date: Tue May 29, 2007 12:50 pm
Subject: Re: Re: ceu's
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Jenifer,
 
Don Maher has a couple of workshops for trigger point in June.
 
His classes are very in-depth and has to be one of the most engaging speakers we've ever has the oppertunity to experience. We feel you would greatly benifit form his classes!!!
 
Thanks,
Brandon and Kathleen Mazy
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From: rg_xeg <rg_xeg@...>
To: sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, May 28, 2007 9:21:34 PM
Subject: [sanantoniomassage] Re: ceu's

--- In sanantoniomassage@ yahoogroups. com, "jguz1999" <jenguzman27@ ...>
wrote:
>
> I am looking for ceu classes in san antonio in June or July.
>
> Specifically, I want ce's in deep tissue or trigger point, but would be
> interested other aspects of massage.
>
> Thanks in advance!
> Jenifer
>
Jen: here's the website for the school I currently attend -
Therapeutic Body Concepts:
http://www.massages ervices.org/
Contact either Leon, Estella or Jeanie the owners and they can tell
you if they know of any other classes taking place in San Antonio. I
know they are working on a Trigger Point class, but I don't know when
it will be completed and ready to go.
-elena




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#164 From: "rg_xeg" <rg_xeg@...>
Date: Tue May 29, 2007 2:21 am
Subject: Re: ceu's
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--- In sanantoniomassage@yahoogroups.com, "jguz1999" <jenguzman27@...>
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> I am looking for ceu classes in san antonio in June or July.
>
> Specifically, I want ce's in deep tissue or trigger point, but would be
> interested other aspects of massage.
>
> Thanks in advance!
> Jenifer
>
Jen:  here's the website for the school I currently attend -
Therapeutic Body Concepts:
http://www.massageservices.org/
  Contact either Leon, Estella or Jeanie the owners and they can tell
you if they know of any other classes taking place in San Antonio.  I
know they are working on a Trigger Point class, but I don't know when
it will be completed and ready to go.
-elena

#163 From: "Michelle Burns" <Michelle@...>
Date: Thu May 24, 2007 5:27 pm
Subject: Massage Cupping Level 1 Training in Austin
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Massage Cupping - Level One Training

24 Texas CE's

This technique is one of the most effective and useful modalities to be
incorporated into
massage in years. It is easy to learn and reduces stress and effort for the
therapist. You
now have the chance to learn this technique from an advanced clinical
practitioner right
here in Austin.

Monday - Wednesday, June 11-13

$340 until 5/31, $375 thereafter
Credit cards accepted.

Advance registration required.
Call 512-448-2266 to reserve your space.
Registration management by Resource Connection
visit www.resource-connection.net

Massage Cupping Level 1
An ancient art that has been modified for current use!  This simple yet powerful
technique
can be integrated into almost any massage modality and greatly enhances the
benefits of
many body treatments.

The first day workshop includes an introduction to a variety of equipment,
discussion of
the applications of massage cupping, contra-indications and safety, and history.
Students
will perform and experience the technique for the posterior body.

The second day includes a review of abdominal anatomy, lymphatic anatomy and
reflexology as well as practice time with the techniques learned on the anterior
body.

The third day focuses on marketing, integration into practice, the incorporation
of
massage cupping into a therapeutic Aromatherapy cocoon and practice time with
the
techniques.

All massage cupping supplies provided for the class and available for purchase
on site.



Taught by - Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt.Med., RMT, MTI of Advanced Holistic
Healing Arts

Michelle holds degrees in Nursing and Alternative Medicine and has practiced in
a wide
variety of specialities. She works closely with many health care professionals
as a certified
medical massage therapist. She teaches continuing education classes for massage
therapists, advanced bodywork techniques and Massage Therapy Instructor
training.

Michelle has a history of working with others to see situations in new ways and
helps
others reach their full potential. She believes learning should be fun,
interactive,
participatory and relevant and puts these skills and beliefs to work in all her
classes.

Learn more about Michelle and Advanced Holistic Healing Arts: http://
www.holistichealingarts.net

#162 From: "jguz1999" <jenguzman27@...>
Date: Wed May 23, 2007 8:39 pm
Subject: ceu's
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I am looking for ceu classes in san antonio in June or July.

Specifically, I want ce's in deep tissue or trigger point, but would be
interested other aspects of massage.

Thanks in advance!
Jenifer

#161 From: "bikerguyz0002" <bikerguyz0002@...>
Date: Tue May 22, 2007 9:01 am
Subject: Handsome and Cool Bikers looking for fun!
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Handsome and Cool Bikers looking for fun!  Chat with them here:
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#160 From: "Stacey Lemire" <staceylemire@...>
Date: Mon May 21, 2007 1:26 pm
Subject: Rose Bill Passed
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Dear friends,

 

The Rose Bill passed the senate as is (increase to 500 hours, elimination of practical, all exemptions remain the same).  There will be no advisory board or committee to help develop the new curriculum, nor be a watchdog for other professions or individuals who try to pass legislation against us.  The schools will need to find people qualified to teach kinesiology, pathology, first-aid and CPR (though the last two are often outsourced).  As a CE provider, I will have to re-develop my courses.  Other big news for us:  Heather Muehr, Executive Director, DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit is leaving for a new management position in the Environmental and Sanitation Licensing Group.  Stay tuned…professional life is about to get interesting…

 

S ô¿ô

     ~

Stacey Lemire, LMT, LMTI, CE

 


#159 From: "Healing Touch Therapies" <staceylemire@...>
Date: Tue May 8, 2007 3:21 am
Subject: Wellness Center Updates for May
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Dear ,

 

We have some important news for you this month!  Follow the links for more information. 

 

Sincerely,

www.HealingTouchTherapies.com

If you wish to be removed from our database, please reply to this e-mail with "REMOVE" in the subject line.

 

 

Have you ever wanted to experience Reiki or Quantum Touch®?  Now you can – for FREE! 

 

Healing Touch Therapies sponsors a Reiki Circle and Quantum Touch® Circle – FREE the second Wednesday evening of each month. (Love donations to the practitioners are always appreciated.)  

 

The next one this Wednesday, May 9th. From 6:00-8:30 p.m. 
CALL to RSVP (512) 388-2243

 

 

If you are a massage therapist or a consumer concerned about the quality and education of massage therapists in Texas, there is some pending legislation that will affect the massage therapy laws.  We’ll keep you posted…

 

 

Tom is excited to announce that he is starting a private practice

 

Tom’s clinical specialties are myofascial release and Critz release techniques.  He is BEST known for putting the “aahhhh” back in massage!  If you haven’t experienced foot massage from Tom, you are truly missing out on something deeply satisfying.

 

He will continue to see clients at our Burnet Road location until the end of May.  If you are one of Tom’s clients, look for a letter in the mail with more details or call him at 512.784.2918 to make your next appointment.  Tom’s website will be up and running soon.

 

TAKE ACTION! 

If you haven’t heard, a new FDA "guidance" document, published on the FDA's website, reveals plans to reclassify virtually all vitamins, supplements, herbs and even vegetable juices as FDA-regulated drugs. Massage oils and massage rocks will be classified as "medical devices" and require FDA approval! This attempt to slip regulation in under the radar failed and the deadline for public comment has been extended to May 29.

Read the full article here (please follow the links and take action as your heart guides you): 

MAY/JUNE PRODUCT SPECIAL

 

Take 10% off any of our Skin by Ann Webb Systems! Choose from:

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Ageless

Advanced Esthetics

 

On April 26th, KVUE news reported about the contamination of our foods with a toxic substance called perchlorate (found in rocket fuel).  This story is not new!  It was reported as early as 2000.  Here are a few places you can read more information: http://www.bushgreenwatch.org/mt_archives/000222.php

http://www.ewg.org/issues/siteindex/issues.php?issueid=5013

 

Detoxify YOUR body of perchlorate and other harmful chemicals that we come into contact with on a daily basis. 

 

Experience our One Day Detox.

 

Next workshop:  Sunday May 20th.  
Space is limited. Call TODAY to reserve your spot.  512.388.2243

 

 

Fee Changes

A Message from the president of Healing Touch Therapies

 

Moving from a Licensed Massage Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapy Instructor into a Wellness Coach and business owner has been an interesting journey.  The most challenging aspect has been to maintain my therapeutic integrity with all my business decisions.  I am blessed to have a number of wise advisors, both business and personal.  I continue to build a team of highly committed, educated and skilled therapists.  I am grateful that our clients give us valuable feedback so that we may continue to offer you the best comprehensive service in Austin.  We strive to meet all your wellness needs in a safe and effective manner and we appreciate your confidence in our abilities.  Please know that I am always available to talk with clients about the quality of the care received at Healing Touch Therapies.

 

As my Wellness Coaching clientele increases and the business aspects demand more of my time, I find that I need to restructure myself a bit.  To that end, my fees and schedules have altered.  Beginning in June, all new appointments booked with me will be more loosely timed.  Depending on our interview and what your session will involve, the minimum session time will be 60 minutes and may take up to 80 minutes from interview to finish.  New clients will be charged $100 for an appointment with me.  Currently clients will have a new rate of $75 per appointment. As I begin scheduling more workshops and seminars, my availability will also be changing.  Please allow up to 3 weeks when calling to book your appointment.

 

We appreciate that you continue to choose our practice.  We look forward to serving you.

 

Sincerely,

 

Stacey Lemire

S ô¿ô

     ~

Stacey Lemire, LMT, LMTI, CE

President

(512) 388-2243

 

 

Mother’s Day Special*

 

Gift the gift of relaxation to the special women in your life.  Take $10 off all gift certificates purchased for mother’s day between now and May 12th

 

Mention offer MD07 when you call 512.388.2243

 

*Applies to any service 60 minutes or more. Limit 3 gift certificates per person.

 

Happy Mother’s Day!


#158 From: "netshot2003" <netshot2003@...>
Date: Tue Apr 24, 2007 6:52 pm
Subject: Business Opportunity
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Business Opportunity
I have a complete massage therapy business set up and ready to go.
Problem is I have no body to run it. I am looking for a licensed
massage therapist that can take the ball and run with this. The
business will concentrate on pregnant patients, however the general
public is of course welcome. I will fund the entire project including
office space, tools, linens, web site, brochures, business cards,
booking, etc… It's already set-up, I just need a self motivated go
getter that can get it done. I am willing to give a generous portion
of the fees collected. It is located inside an OB/GYN's office so
there are anywhere from 30-40 pregnant women passing through each day
and you can interact with the patients since we own the clinic. I had
it going and our wonderful therapist got pregnant herself. It will
take a special self directing, self motivated person to run this. The
possibility for expansion is present and eventually total management
control. The physical location is near downtown and within blocks of
the Metropolitan Methodist Hospital. If you feel you are this person
please call me and we can discuss more details.

George
279-9143

#157 From: "Michelle Burns" <Michelle@...>
Date: Thu Apr 19, 2007 8:47 pm
Subject: Quantum healing class In Austin
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Quantum Energy Healing Seminar
The Polarity Healing Method of Dr. Randolph Stone

April 28-29
10am - 6pm
$225 until 4/13, $250 thereafter
Credit cards accepted

Call 512-448-2266 to register.

LOCATION: Advanced Holistic Healing Arts
321 W Ben White, Ste 203

Visit: www.resource-connection.net for information

Polarity Therapy is a comprehensive health system involving energy balancing,
body work,
sensible eating, exercise and self-awareness. In Polarity Therapy, health is
viewed as a
reflection of the Human Energy Field. During the sessions, therapeutic methods
are used
to balance this field to achieve health.

Polarity Therapy was developed by Dr. Randolph Stone, who conducted a thorough
investigation of energy in the healing arts during his 60 year medical career.
He literally
went to the four corners of the earth to gather the knowledge which became
Polarity
Therapy.

Polarity Therapy is delivered in a loving, gentle, non-invasive manner with the
client fully
clothed, making it an excellent technique for anyone, including teachers,
therapists and
bodyworkers. The method is simple to do and produces profound and powerful
results. It
is a natural and holistic healing modality.

In this exciting course you will gain knowledge and ability in the following
areas:

• Human energy fields and how they work
• Polarity Therapy theory/Energy Mapping
• Headache treatment
• Complete Polarity healing session
• Polarity exercises for vitality and super energy
• Positive self awareness techniques

No previous experience is necessary to learn these techniques.

The training will be delivered by Kenny Parker, RPP, Director of the Polarity
Institute of
Texas. Kenny has been teaching Bodywork and Polarity Therapy for 15 years. His
course is
fun, thorough, brilliant and informative.

#156 From: "Shelley Bowans" <blissful.shelley@...>
Date: Fri Apr 13, 2007 12:58 pm
Subject: Re: REMINDER - CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES
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Will there be any other upcoming CEU classes in thenear future?  I need the CEU's but can't make it that weekend.
 
Shelley

 
On 4/13/07, Janie Thorpe-Cooke <janie_cooke@...> wrote:

SPORTS MASSAGE - Upper Body - Saturday 4/28/07
SPORTS MASSAGE - Lower Body - Sunday 4/29/07

Each class is from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm

Each class gives 6 Continuing Education Hours

Each class is $129; if registered w/$50 deposit two weeks in advance;
$150 otherwise; Credit Cards Accepted

Classes held in Wimberley, TX (between San Antonio and Austin and 15
miles from Dripping Springs and San Marcos

For additional details, please go to:
http://www.janiethorpe.holisticlocal.com, or contact Janie Thorpe-Cooke
at: 512/847-5899 (office); 512/468-8498 (mobile); or
e-mail: janie_cooke@ yahoo.com



#155 From: "Janie Thorpe-Cooke" <janie_cooke@...>
Date: Fri Apr 13, 2007 11:53 am
Subject: REMINDER - CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES
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SPORTS MASSAGE - Upper Body - Saturday 4/28/07
SPORTS MASSAGE - Lower Body - Sunday 4/29/07

Each class is from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm

Each class gives 6 Continuing Education Hours

Each class is $129; if registered w/$50 deposit two weeks in advance;
$150 otherwise; Credit Cards Accepted

Classes held in Wimberley, TX (between San Antonio and Austin and 15
miles from Dripping Springs and San Marcos

For additional details, please go to:
http://www.janiethorpe.holisticlocal.com, or contact Janie Thorpe-Cooke
at: 512/847-5899 (office); 512/468-8498 (mobile); or
e-mail: janie_cooke@ yahoo.com

#154 From: "Jann Henry" <jannhenry@...>
Date: Wed Apr 11, 2007 3:55 pm
Subject: Opportunity for San Antonio Area MTs
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We are working with adult patients who've had catastrophic burns (3rd
degree in ranges of 20% - 70+% over their bodies)and also severe
musculoskeletal injuries -- correspondingly, soft tissue (muscle) scars
and adhesions limiting range of motion. At this point, we are working
gratis to help these victims -- but are also starting talks to begin
reimbursement for time and supplies needed.  These are wounded soldiers.

There are more patients than our group can handle and we would welcome
any MTs who desire to help.  We have gained a great deal of experience
in the past 3 months in how to treat these patients and patients are
seeing remarkable results; more are on the way and will coach and share
our knowlegde to those willing to help. You must have excellent
knowledge of anatomy and experience in releasing adhesions, and
enabling range of motion. It's long, slow and tedious work. You need to
have a strong passion to help others, excellent professional demeanor
and willingness to help the person and see beyond external
disfigurements.

If you're interested and want to help, please email me off line or call
me, 210 349-0550.

Jann Henry

#153 From: "carolyn_naile" <hotschool@...>
Date: Thu Apr 5, 2007 3:30 pm
Subject: Please join us for a TCMSI Meeting.
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Please join us for a TCMSI Meeting.
4/20/2007
10a-12n

Be prepared to pay your annual dues to remain an active member. We
are having a membership drive with a drawing for a massage table. You
need not be present to win.

Meeting Location:
Texas Massage Institute
7324 Gaston Ave. #301
Dallas, TX 75214

For more information:

Carolyn Scott Naile, President
Texas Coalition of Massage Schools & Instructors
Hands On THerapy, School of Massage
1804 N. Galloway Ave. Ste. A
Mesquite, TX 75149
972) 285-6133 x 107
hotschool@...

#152 From: "Janie Thorpe-Cooke" <janie_cooke@...>
Date: Thu Apr 5, 2007 10:52 am
Subject: CONTINUING EDUCATION - SPORTS MASSAGE TRAINING
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CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES

SPORTS MASSAGE - Upper Body - Saturday 4/28/07
SPORTS MASSAGE - Lower Body  - Sunday   4/29/07

These two classes teach a system of bodywork that
requires minimum exertion on behalf of the therapist
with maximum results to the clients. Through soft
tissue release and deep tissue therapy, tense and
traumatized tissue will open, enabling full freedom of
movement without pain or restriction while speeding
damaged tissue's recovery. These methods can be
applied to both acute and chronic pain, as well as a
preventative and restorative therapy. Learn direct
manipulation techniques for neuromuscular injuries;
powerful techniques that effectively break down
adhesion and scar tissue; active and passive release
techniques for specific muscle, tendon, and ligament
injuries.

UPPER BODY CLASS: Covers specific techniques for back
pain; shoulder injuries; neck problems; hand, wrist,
and arm conditions.

LOWER BODY CLASS: Covers specific techniques for hip
problems (including sciatic); hamstring/quad/ calf
problems; Achilles tendon and ankle/foot conditions.
These two classes will be held at 43 Deer Ridge Road,
in Wimberley, Texas 78676; which is between Austin and
San Antonio and 15 miles between Dripping Springs and
San Marcos.

Each class is from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm
Each class gives 6 Continuing Education Hours
Each class is $129; if registered w/$50 deposit two weeks
in advance; $150 otherwise; Credit Cards Accepted

Classes include lecture demonstration, hand-on
practice, workbook and Continuing Education
Certificate. Instructor Janie Thorpe-Cooke is a
Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Therapy Instructor
and Continuing Education Provider through the Texas
Department of State Health Services. She has a 20 year
background in Holistic Health, Therapeutic Massage,
Pregnancy/Infant Massage, Sports Massage, Reiki,
Reflexology, Shiatsu, and Transformational Breathwork.
She has trained as a Birth Facilitator with experience
in Water Birth and Dolphin Research. In private
practice for 20 years, Janie is the owner of A Healing
Touch and Advanced Bodywork Techniques. She has
developed the curriculum and textbooks for the above
listed workshops and has enthusiastically taught them
since 1991.

For additional details, please go to:
http://www.janiethorpe.holisticlocal.com, or
contact Janie Thorpe-Cooke at: 512/847-5899 (office);
512/468-8498 (mobile); or e-mail: janie_cooke@ yahoo.com

#151 From: Roberto Leal <boblealmassage@...>
Date: Tue Mar 6, 2007 5:52 pm
Subject: Upcoming Myopractic and Thai Workshops with Bob Leal
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Hi Everyone

Got several workshops scheduled for this month:

Saturday - March 10, 2007
Myopractic Muscle Therapy / Hip and Low Back Pain
12 noon to 6 pm

Sunday - March 11, 2007
Myopractic Muscle Therapy / Whiplash
12 noon to 6 pm

Monday - March 19, 2007
Thai Bodywork Treatments: Upper and Lower Back
1 pm to 7 pm

Thursday - March 22, 2007
Thai Bodywork Treatment: The Extremities: Feet, Lower
Legs, Arms and Hands
1 pm to 7 pm

Wednesday - March 28, 2007
Myopractic Muscle Therapy / Shoulder Injuries
10 am to 4 pm

Friday - March 30, 2007
Myopractic Muscle Therapy / Carpal Tunnel
10 am to 4 pm

All workshops will be conducted at:
Saloma Bodyworks / S. Austin / near intersection of
Manchaca and Ben-White

Workshop Fee: %120 (group discount offered)
6 CEU's

For further details contact me:







bob leal, lmt, mti
certified myopractic instructor
512-565-8473
boblealmassage@...
www.boblealmassage.com

#149 From: "Janie Thorpe-Cooke" <janie_cooke@...>
Date: Mon Feb 26, 2007 4:36 pm
Subject: CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASS - Infant Massage Training - Sunday - March 11, 2007
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6 CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS, SUNDAY, 3/11/07, 10:00AM UNTIL 4:00PM

INFANT MASSAGE:
Infant Massage has increasing documentation to prove that loving,
nurturing touch between care giver and infant has a positive impact on
physical and psychological develop-ment. Massage helps to reduce
colic, constipation or diarrhea, coughs, colds and irritability. It is
a very powerful means of communication in a non-verbal way, creating
bonding between mother, father, family and baby. Studies
show that premature babies progress far more rapidly when regularly
massaged.

IN THIS 6 HOUR CLASS, YOU WILL LEARN:
* anatomy & physiology of infancy
* contraindications of massage during infancy
* 30 minute specific infant massage routine
* massage for special infants
* massage for specific conditions in infants
* marketing infant massage & infant massage classes

Cost is $129 if paid in full one week in advance; $150 otherwise; Semi
& Semi/Private Classes - $300; Major Credit Cards Accepted

To register: Call (512) 847-5899 or (512) 468-8498; or mail payment to
Jane Thorpe-Cooke, 43 Deer Ridge, Wimberley, Tx 78676; or e-mail
janie_cooke@...

All workshops include lecture, demonstration, hands-on practice,
workbook and Continuing Education Certificate. Instructor Jane
Thorpe-Cooke is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Therapy
Instructor and Continuing Education Provider. She has a 20 year
background in Holistic Health, Therapeutic Massage, Pregnancy/Infant
Massage, Reiki, Reflexology, Oriental Healing Arts, and
Transformational Breathwork. She has trained as a Birth Facilitator
with experience in Water Birth and Dolphin Research. In private
practice for 15 years, Jane is the owner of A Healing Touch. She has
developed the curriculum and textbooks for the above listed workshops
and has enthusiastically taught them since 1991.

#148 From: Roberto Leal <boblealmassage@...>
Date: Fri Feb 23, 2007 1:02 am
Subject: thai massage workshop w/bob leal
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hi everyone

i'm doing a two-day (12 ceu) thai bodywork treatment
workshop:

dates: sunday, march 4 and monday, march 5, 2007

time: 12 noon to 6 pm

location: saloma bodyworks
           1825 fortview rd., suite 112-h
           austin, tx 78704
           (near intersection of manchaca/ben-whit

workshops: thai bodywork treatments for upper and
lower back / thai bodywork treatments for the
extremities (hands, feet and lower legs)

workshop fee: $240 (i will take a maximum of four
participants  if i can get four partcipants, i will
offer a group discount of $200)

if interested, please contact me:







bob leal, lmt, mti
certified myopractic instructor
512-565-8473
boblealmassage@...
www.boblealmassage.com

#147 From: "Michelle Burns" <Michelle@...>
Date: Fri Feb 16, 2007 11:10 pm
Subject: Two classes for massage therapists
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TWO UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Prepare to Become a Massage Therapy Instructor
Adult Learner Facilitation

This 30 hour course fulfills the Texas Department of State Health Services
requirement for
Massage Therapy Instructors. Participants will become familiar with learning
theories and
concepts, as well as classroom management skills and lesson planning. In
addition,
assessment tools will be incorporated to help potential instructors determine
their
teaching strengths and weaknesses.

March 2-5
30 Hours (also provides CEU's)
$395.00

Call 512-448-2266 to register.

See: http://www.resource-connection.net/classes/adult_learner.htm for complete
details
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Negative Pressure Cupping Massage for Facial Drainage and Lifting

This class will teach the basics for eliminating buildup of wastes and fluids in
the face and
neck, stimulating circulation and lymphatic flow to give a more youthful
appearance and a
"lifted" look.

Class will include an introduction to lymphatics of the head and face,
discussion of skin
and common problems of facial skin, introduction to the equipment, safety and
contraindications and practice with the techniques.
Equipment supplied for the class and available for purchase.

This is a great technique to add to a practice or to practice on yourself and
family.

March 10, 10am - 4pm

6 hours CEU's

$109.00

Call 512-448-2266 to register.

Visit: http://www.resource-connection.net/classes/facial_cupping.htm for more
information.



Both Classes Taught by: Michelle Burns, BSRN, RMT, MTI

Michelle Burns, BSRN, RMT, MTI, is a State of Texas approved CEU provider with
over 15
years of experience as a massage therapist and massage therapy instructor for a
wide
variety of subjects. She has also taught classes for the public at several
resort spas and
continuing education classes in touch and aromatherapy for nurses. Her
experience
includes supervising massage therapy instructors and teaching them the skills
they need
for the classroom. She also teaches advanced technique classes in a variety of
specialties.

#146 From: "staceylemire" <staceylemire@...>
Date: Fri Feb 16, 2007 2:30 pm
Subject: TAMSO seeking endorsements for their revision to massage therapy law
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If you are not a member of one of these groups, please join in order to stay updated on the profession.  To join, simply send a blank e-mail as follows:  (PLEASE NOTE:  Several of these groups require specific information in order for you to be approved for membership.) 

 

Centraltexasmassage-subscribe@Yahoogroups.com  

EastTexasMassage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Northtexasmassage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Sanantoniomassage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Southtexasmassage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Westtexasmassage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

dfw-massage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Texas_Licensed_Massage-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

 

 

 

I am forwarding this information from Carolyn, though I have not yet received permission to do so (e-mail is so unreliable these days and we all have business to attend to…)   Time is probably of the essence here.  The document can be found at http://www.healingtouchtherapies.com/MergedDraft.pdf  I, myself, will make time to read it later today.  I hope you will make time to read it and let your Association representatives know your opinion.

 

TAMT http://www.texasmassagetherapists.com/index.htm

1-800-872-1282

 

AMTA TEXAS CHAPTER  http://www.amtatexaschapter.org/

 

Greg Schroen
President, Texas Chapter
President@...

 

Lisa Teas

2nd Vice President, Government Relations

2ndVP@...

 

 

S ô¿ô

     ~

Stacey Lemire, LMT, MTI, CE

(512) 388-2243

 

From: HOTSchool@... [mailto:HOTSchool@...]
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2007 12:44 PM
To: staceylemire@...
Subject: Re: Proposed Massage Therapy House Bill may concern you

 

Hello Stacey,

    Just thought I would respond to your email explaining the formation of TAMSO (TEXAS Association of Massage School Owners). The association formed to represent the interest of Massage School Owners.

 

    TCMSI (Texas Coalition of Massage Schools and Instructors) has been inactive for about a year. I am currently trying to reorganize the group. There is a meeting in Dallas @ Texas Massage Institute on Gaston Ave from 10-12 on Friday, Feb. 16. The meeting is open to any Massage Educator in the State.

 

    I am attaching the current draft revision of TAMSO. I will be happy to answer any questions regarding the draft.

 

I will be speaking to the AMTA TEXAS Chapter Board on Monday. I will be requesting their endorsement and sponsorship of the TAMSO Draft. I do not know any thing about the activities of other group, TAMT, but would be happy to talk to them as well. I'll keep you posted.

 

Carolyn Scott Naile
214.514.6133
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#145 From: "Healing Touch Therapies" <staceylemire@...>
Date: Fri Feb 16, 2007 3:44 am
Subject: More on the massage law
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Dear Friends,

 

In an effort to know more about who is influencing my profession’s licensing and to create an informed opinion, I am continuing to research and ask questions (in between clients, of course!).  While I have heard several rumors and speculations, I have not seen any posts to further educate the community on what is going on.  This is what I have, so far:

 

I found out that TAMSO is the newly formed Texas Association of Massage School Owners.  You can visit their website http://www.tamso.org/.  This group grew out of the original Texas Coalition of Massage Schools & Instructors (TCMSI).  I was invited to join TCMSI as an instructor, but did not take the opportunity to do so.  There was brouhaha in the group last year and I hear it is currently inactive.  I can’t get to their website because it was hacked since I first found them over the weekend.  This new group (TAMSO) is for independent school owners only and the list of member schools is posted.  Their tag line seems to say it all:  THE FUTURE IS IN OUR HANDS. 

 

Perhaps the continued division in our profession has allowed politicians and school owners to have a larger voice in our licensing than we may care for them to have.  It is my understanding that TAMSO was founded by Raul Flores, owner of The Academy for Massage Therapy Training in San Antonio  http://www.academyformassage.com/ .  If you do not know who he is or what he stands for, you might want to be more informed. Anything I could write would be hearsay (I read some things last year that greatly concerned me personally; I no longer have any of those posts.)  Last year there was also a proposal to have CE instructors pay a $1,000 annual fee to be approved providers! If anyone has some actual writings, or was physically present through the brouhaha, please create a post for our edification.  Please do not post speculation or any other unfounded information.  There are enough rumors floating around out there.  Let’s use this forum to provide education and understanding.  Discussions that include solutions and action plans would also be appreciated.

 

The latest TAMSO draft was sent to me by a TAMSO member and can be found here http://www.healingtouchtherapies.com/MergedDraft.pdf    There is a meeting on Friday (that’s tomorrow) in Dallas at the Texas Massage Institute on Gaston Aver from 10-12.  It is open to any massage educator in the state – yet I just found out about it in today's e-mail.  It may be that the meeting was called hastily in reaction to recent developments.  Whatever the reason I didn’t get the invitation in a timely manner, I’m feeling a bit sensitive about it.

 

From what I gather, we are very lucky that Heather Muehr at DSHS is willing to listen to other voices.  She has been keeping the long-time leaders in the massage therapy and bodywork community apprised of developments as she gets them - that’s how we found out about the new umbrella agency that is now in the works.  I’m looking forward to learning more about this new agency.  I’ll keep looking for more posts about it.

 

For those of you newer to the profession, there are several leaders in the community who have worked tirelessly over the years to get the licensing laws to make massage therapy professional as well as protect the public (the original intent of the law).  These men and women have been riding an oft times uphill battle.  Texas massage therapists have come kicking and screaming into the world of professional licensing and some of it hasn’t been pretty.  Thanklessness doesn’t even begin to cover what some of these therapists have had to endure.  The professional associations have been in a state of semi-activity, as volunteer leadership is not only time consuming, it is a thankless and often lonely and frustrating job. Some of the same people take leadership positions because no one else will, some give up out of exhaustion.  All the name-calling, rumor spreading, motive imputing and whistle-blowing divisiveness in our community hurts us as a whole.

 

BE INFORMED!  My goal in forwarding information is to educate and to stir us up to being pro-active professionals.  We may have a greater influence over this new umbrella agency by showing that we are working together.  We will be moving to a 500 hour state, that much is clear.

 

We know that the term “Asian Bodywork” is being used as a front for prostitution.  I heard reports of it in other places before I heard of Rep. Anchia’s bill.  I did hear the other day that the chair therapists in local malls may be unregistered and non AOBTA people performing a variation of Asian bodywork called Tui Na.  This is still a rumor, as I have not had time to research this.  Does anyone know more about it? 

 

There has been another volley between the non-Swedish crowd and Rep Anchia’s office.  I have posted all the correspondence to http://www.healingtouchtherapies.com/html/massage_laws.html .  

 

I also understand that the Rep. Anchia’s draft posted to my site is an old version.  The latest information from Rep. Anchia’s legislative director, Damien Brockmann is that a revised bill will be posted to a website in about a week.  It is supposed to take the collective concerns of the bodywork community into consideration.  All I can say to that is, “whew!”  Did anyone else feel insulted by the language and proposed police action?  I look forward to the new version and I will pass it along as soon as I have it.

 

I look forward to further dialogue.

 

Sincerely,

 

S ô¿ô

     ~

Stacey Lemire, LMT, MTI, CE

Central Texas Massage

Group moderator

 

 

 


#144 From: Janine Ray <janine@...>
Date: Thu Feb 15, 2007 7:51 am
Subject: Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy 2007 - Now in Austin and Beaumont!
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  “Medical Massage through Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®

If you have clients that need more help than you can offer with your current skills, Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy is a technique that can equip you. Each 20-Hour Weekend course is now only $525.00 per session in TexasTexas needs massage therapists that are trained in medical massage!  See class descriptions and  "What is Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®" below. 

Class size is limited and classes must be taken in sequence.  Traveling from the other end of the State...let us know...we may be able to help you find accommodations.   Call or email Janine with questions!

REGISTRATION IS LIMITED – MAXIMUM OF 12 STUDENTS PER CLASS- SO CALL NOW!

Austin Community College Schedule

Fall 2007 - Pfrimmer Level 1
P101 August 23, 24, 25
P102 September 20, 21, 22
P103 October 18, 19, 20
P104 November 15, 16, 17

Summer 2007 - Pfrimmer Level 2 (Advanced Program - Prerequisite: Level 1 graduate)
P 201 Jun 21, 22, 23
P 202 July 19, 20, 21

TIMES FOR ALL SESSIONS

Thursday Evenings:  5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Fridays:        8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturdays:   9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Hands on School of Massage in Beaumont Schedule

P101 - Aug 9,10 & 11
P102 - Sept 6,7, & 8
P103 - Oct 4,5,& 6
P104 - Nov 1,2 & 3
WHAT IS PFRIMMER DEEP MUSCLE THERAPY®?

Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy® (PDMT) is a highly refined system of corrective treatment using a specific series of soft tissue movements designed to aid in the restoration of damaged muscles and the adjacent soft tissue in the entire body.  PDMT is a Medical Massage Technique which is the art and science of correcting damaged muscles, and serves as a foundation for other corrective bodywork.  Pfrimmer Therapy, which was developed by Thérèse C. Pfrimmer, a physiotherapist who reversed her own paralysis in the 1940’s, is well known in the Northeastern United States and Canada, but is fairly new to Texas.   

 LEVEL 1 is an advanced intensive which will provide the foundation for understanding and correcting muscle/soft tissue aberrations through palpation, conceptual theory, and specific, detailed, corrective cross fiber strokes for the whole body. The course covers theory, technique, practice, pathology, history, professionalism, contraindications, small business practices and ethics. (See individual class descriptions below)  Lecture, audiovisual aids, student notebook, charts and critical thinking discussions are utilized. Close individual guidance accompanies the 80-hour hands-on workshop. The certification program provides a full scope of learning to perform basic and advanced Pfrimmer corrective work. 

Prerequisite: Must be a Licensed Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, R.N., M.D., or other medical professional.

Completion of the course qualifies graduates for NCTMB continuing education credits.  Austin Community College (ACC) will provide CE credit certificates following each 20-hour segment that satisfies TX Department of State Health Services CE requirements. 

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

P101 Weekend – Theory, History, Body Mechanics, Rationale of Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy  with Technique for Hands, Arms, Neck, Head and Face.

P102 Weekend - Neuromuscular Considerations of PDMT Corrective Work; Pfrimmer Troubleshooting Keys; Review of Nervous System, Plexus and Anatomy; Pathology Review of 50 Common Conditions treated by PDMT; and Technique for Chest, Abdomen, Back and Back of Neck. (Prerequisite: P101)

P103 Weekend– How PDMT affects Body Systems; How to address the handicapped Client; Protocol and Charting; Legal Considerations; and Technique for the Anterior Legs and Posterior Legs. (Prerequisite: P102)

P104 Weekend – Written and Practical Exams; Introduction to Pfrimmer Second Pass Work; Timing; the Clinical Process; Special Pfrimmer Applications; Professional Ethics & Small Business Practices; Graduation and Diploma. (Prerequisite: P103)


 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Janine Ray, LMT, MTI, PDMT Instructor
(512) 331-5922
North Austin Massage Therapy,
12741 Research Blvd., Ste 506,
Austin, TX 78759
Email: janine@... 
  

Pfrimmer Institute For Corrective Muscle Therapy
P.O. Box 151
Oaks, PA  19456
John Myers, President jmyers@...
(888) 355-2698 (610) 666-9553
www.piforcmt.com
Fax: (610) 666-9553            

Austin
Community College
Contact: 
Alex Matthews (512) 223-7583.
Email:  amatthew@austincc.edu

Hands on  School of Massage in Beaumont Contact:
Trisha Brooks or Craig Cole (409) 866- 8911
Email: handsonschool@...



#143 From: "staceylemire" <staceylemire@...>
Date: Fri Feb 9, 2007 8:21 pm
Subject: More info on proposed MT Licensing Changes
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This was posted to the Texas_Licensed_Massage Yahoo group this morning by long time public advocate for the massage therapy profession, Doug Barhorst, LMT, MTI, CE and school owner.  (www.balancedbodywork.com) He was generous enough to call and let me know about the post so I could forward it as soon as possible.

 

I will post this as an additional Word document to the page at http://www.healingtouchtherapies.com/html/massage_laws.html

 

Thanks, Doug, for keeping us in the loop.  This is an amazing development!  It will be interesting to see who gets to participate/give feedback to this new umbrella agency and how they plan to coordinate and regulate these diverse licensing programs.

 

S ô¿ô

     ~

Stacey Lemire, LMT, MTI, CE

(512) 388-2243

 

 

For the list members


Dear Board Members and Stakeholders,

Please be advised that a bill will be filed this legislative session
that will propose to move a majority of the Professional Licensing
and Certification Unit away from the Department of State Health
Services and into a newly created agency. This may include the
Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers, Texas State Board of Orthotics
and Prosthetics, and the Massage Therapy Licensing Program. We
don't have a lot of information at this time but wanted to keep you
in the loop. As Kathy states below, there are many unknowns and it
is too early to determine the specific impacts on the programs. We
will provide additional information as it becomes available. Please
forward to any associations and/or members that you deem
necessary.

Thanks,

Heather Muehr
Executive Director/Program Specialist

DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit
1100 West 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756-3183
512.834.6628
512.834.6677 fax



-----Original Message-----
From: Perkins, Kathy
Sent: Tuesday, February 06, 2007 8:01 PM
Subject: Governor is Proposing a New Professionals Regulatory Agency

Dear Staff,
I want to share information with you that I just received through
the course of the last 24 hours. One of the Governor's initiatives
for this legislative session is to create a new "umbrella" state
agency to oversee the regulation of medical and allied health care
licensing programs (this is similar to the Sunset Advisory
Commission's Licensing Reorganization Project that you may remember
from the last legislative session). This afternoon the Governor's
Office released a proposed budget for the next biennium, with more
details on this initiative. It looks like the proposed new agency,
which is to be called the Health Professions Commission, will have
453 employees. It appears to include the vast majority of the
programs within the Professional Licensing and Certification Unit.
It also appears to include EMS because the dedicated EMS fee fund is
one of the funding sources for the new agency. The new agency would
also include licensing and regulatory functions for physicians,
dentists, nurses, pharmacists and pharmacies, podiatrists,
chiropractors, optometrists, physical therapists and occupational
therapists, some other allied health professionals, as well as a
coordination and resource center.

There are many unknowns at this time (i.e. Does this include
Offender Education, the Medical Advisory Board, EMS Providers,
etc). We assume that a bill on this topic will be introduced
shortly that will set out in more detail the components, structure,
and timelines for this new agency. Like all bills, this must be
debated by committees of both the House and Senate and ultimately
approved by those bodies. We will most likely not know the final
outcome of this proposal for several months. Renee, Debbie, and I
will keep you informed as we hear new information.

Please remember that the functions that you are doing will continue
to be needed in a new agency. My experiences with the transfer of
programs between agencies, as with the creation of DSHS, are that
the staff who do the functions continue to do so after the
transformation. So, the "bottom line" is that I believe all
affected will have a job at the end of this process, though some of
you may have a new chain of command and organization.

I just wanted you to know what I know at this time and that I am
committed to keeping you informed. You are welcome to ask me
questions and I will do my best to find out the answers. For those
of you who are interested, the information about this issue is on
the Governor's website @
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRe
lease.2007-02-06.3626

I hope you know how much I appreciate the work you do every day,

Kathy

Kathryn C. Perkins, RN, MBA
Assistant Commissioner
Division for Regulatory Services
Texas Department of State Health Services
Phone: 512/834-6660
Fax: 512/834-6635

 


#142 From: "Jon Sullivan" <sullivan@...>
Date: Fri Feb 9, 2007 1:33 pm
Subject: Final reminder Geri Workshop begins tonight
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 Day-Break Geriatric Massage Project

Geriatric Massage Institute

Therapeutic Touch Services presents

17 Contact Hour- Geriatric Level One Certification

2 & ½ days Workshop:

Friday February 9th 2007 6:30-9:30pm

Saturday February 10th 2007 9am-6pm

Sunday February 11th 2007 11:00-5:00pm

Schmidt-Jones Family Life Center

1300 Lavaca, Austin, TX 78704

(512) 589-5278 for info. or sullivan@...

Sharon Puszko, Ph. D., C.M.T., Owner, Director, Dean of Continuing Ed., Instructor, Therapist

Day-Break Geriatric Massage Institute

Offices in Indiana, Florida, & California

The workshop will introduce the participant to the physiology and psychology of a long life and their effects on one's health. But it is not presented as a dry college type lecture; rather it is a practical and hands-on collaboration between instructor and participants. Come join us! nter

The Day-Break Geriatric Massage Institute's Level One Certification will be held February, 9th, 10th and  11th, 2007.The program will be presented by Sharon Puszko, Ph.D., C.M.T., who travels and lectures nationally to present this unique information designed to help people feel more comfortable about working with an aging population with techniques that improve quality of life and help to bring back lost abilities to those in need of skilled touch. This workshop is mostly designed to educate therapists to the needs of this special population, but is intended to educate anyone who wants to be comfortable hands-on with an elder in need. The weekend will finish with a hands-on clinic of volunteers (ages 55 and over) for participants to apply a variety of techniques in a very practical manner to become comfortable with this information and promptly put it to use.

 

 

 

 Level 1- Geriatric Massage Workshop

This 2 1/2 day weekend workshop is the basis for our training program in Geriatric Massage. It offers 17 CEU contact hours for Massage Therapists and qualifies for the Level 1 Certificate in Geriatric Massage. By helping participants to gain insight into meaningful work with the
elderly, the therapist who likes to work with seniors is put on the path to a massage career that is emotionally satisfying and financially promising without being physically draining.


THE WORKSHOP DEALS WITH THESE TOPICS:


1. Physiological, psychological & sociological aspects of aging. A brief introduction into the riddle of "aging".
2. Client assessment, cautions & contraindications. Psychological aspects of contact with the elderly, attention to detail in the assessment of the older client.
3. Modification of standard massage techniques and development of special methods to suit each client's special needs. Participants are encouraged to think independently in their first hands-on phase of the presentation.
4. Practical hands-on work with older people. It is impossible to understand the need for different approaches when working with the elderly unless it has been practiced on the real thing. Therefore, the last day of the workshop is spent working hands-on with elderly volunteers.
5. How to establish a Geriatric Massage practice - Assists in starting your geriatric massage practice.

The geriatric massage workshop is of special interest to the mature massage therapist and the advanced student, as well as nurses, nurse assistants, chiropractors, home health aids, physical therapists, occupational therapists and all other health care personnel that have been
or are presently working with the elderly.
We help participants lose their apprehension towards the elderly, the most underserved of any age group, so they can confidently solicit clients. Immediately following the workshop, one can begin to include the elderly among clientele. This greatly enhances earning potential. It is a fallacy to believe that work with the elderly has to be pro bono. The majority of the elderly are quite well off, willing and able to pay for services directed towards health improvement.

The DAYBREAK Geriatric Massage Workshop differs from most other massage workshops because it is not teaching only a particular technique, but how to combine what the participant knows already with a number of new hands-on and conceptual approaches, and then to apply them to the specific needs of the elderly client.
The fee for the course is $300.00 payable by check or cash to Therapeutic Touch Services,       12018 Scribe Dr., Austin, TX 78759 by 2/8/07. Light refreshments will be provided, with adequate breaks for mealtimes. Any inquiries may be forwarded to me at sullivan@..., or 512-589-5278.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Level One Certification

Registration Form

Name:____________________________________Profession:________________

Home Address:___________________________________________________________

Email Address:___________________________________________________________

Phone:(___)___________ Phone:(___)____________ Phone:(___)____________

How to register: call 512-833-5278 or 512-589-5278 to answer any questions

Mail this completed form, ( or supply me with your information via e-mail) with a $300.00 check or money order before Feb 9th, 2007 to:

Therapeutic Touch Services

c/o Jon L. Sullivan, RMT, COTA

12018 Scribe Dr.

Austin, TX 78759

In the event of course cancellation, all money will be cheerfully refunded.  



 



#141 From: "staceylemire" <staceylemire@...>
Date: Fri Feb 9, 2007 7:37 am
Subject: Proposed House Bill may concern you
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Hello Texas massage therapists, somatic therapists and Asian bodyworkers.  If you touch people you will want to know about a proposed bill by House Representative Rafael Anchia (Democrat-Dallas).  This bill has not yet been introduced to committee.

 

Below is a letter to Rep. Anchia from the Texas representatives of the Federation of Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork and Somatic Practice Organizations that I have been given permission to forward. There was a local coalition created some years ago that was instrumental in removing non-Swedish bodywork modalities that were specifically named or generally implied in the massage therapy law.  I supported that organization because I believed that nationally certified practitioners of bodywork modalities that required as much or more A&P than Texas massage therapists should not have to go through the time and expense of massage school in order to legally practice their craft in this state.  To be fair, the downside of that move is that those modalities no longer count as qualified CEs for licensure. Another question it raises for some: who regulates these other modalities in our state and is the public safe?  Modalities that move structure and are currently considered “energy” techniques, such as Zero Balancing, Quantum Touch and Touch for Health, may also come under scrutiny.  Polarity Therapy was once part of the massage therapy law. Of course there are still those that want to erase all bodywork laws. 

 

No matter what camp you are in, there are those who have influence over your ability to earn income and we should at least be aware of them and what they are up to.

 

I have posted Rep. Anchia’s proposed bill and an alternative bill drafted by a new school coalition called TAMSO here: http://www.healingtouchtherapies.com/html/massage_laws.html  Perhaps one of the school directors in know will have time to explain about TAMSO, how it came to be and who their proposal represents.  Alex recently mentioned something in the Central Texas Massage group about waiting for DSHS to approve Asian bodywork for CEs but I didn’t catch that in the TAMSO document.  Maybe I missed it – I was still in shock from reading Rep. Anchia’s document.

 

Many massage therapists may assume we are represented by the associations we belong to (Texas Association of Massage Therapists http://www.texasmassagetherapists.com   and the Texas Chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association http://www.amtatexaschapter.org  ).  I checked both websites but didn’t see any mention of either of these proposals; nor do the websites give any information about any influential bodies such as the Texas Coalition of Massage Schools and Instructors  http://www.tcmsi.org or this new TAMSO. 

 

I encourage all bodyworkers to read the documents and take whatever personal action inspires you.

 

Sincerely

 

S ô¿ô

     ~

Stacey Lemire, LMT, MTI, CE

 

 

 

January 29, 2007

The Honorable Rafael Anchia
Texas House of Representatives
Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768-2910

Capitol Office:
Room EXT E2.412
P.O. Box 2910
Austin, TX 78768


Re: Your proposed  Massage Therapy Bill

Dear Representative Anchia:

On January 10 of this year, Texas Representatives of two national member organizations of the Federation of Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork and Somatic Practice Organizations, namely, Pam Ferguson (American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia - AOBTA.) and Steve Collins (the Rolf Institute. for Structural Integration), met with your chief advisers along with Heather Muehr, Stephen Mills, and Dan Meador of DSHS Professional Licensing and Certification Unit, and with Alex Matthews of ACC.

We support your efforts to break the illegal trafficking of young women for prostitution, and to tighten loopholes in Dallas business laws. We are as horrified as you are at the misuse of terms like "massage" and "bodywork" for illicit purposes in the Dallas strip joints in your constituency.

However we have deep concerns about your proposed Massage Therapy Bill and how it will impact a wide range of health professionals in Texas, even though the aim of your Bill is to close the strip joints.

Pam and Steve shared a constructive and frank discussion in your offices at the Capitol. But it became evident that your chief advisers were not aware of the eight different health professional associations representing massage, bodywork and somatic practices in the Federation (www.federationmbs.org/members.html). Massage therapy is just one of these professions. Your chief advisers and Heather Muehr and Stephen Mills were very receptive to recommendations to address the unacceptable issues in the bill.

But Pam was later told by Tim Dickey that all our respective professions would be classified under the umbrella title of "massage therapy" requiring all our professional members in Texas to become Licensed Massage Therapists even if they do not practice massage. This erroneous classification could kill your bill.  It would be like requiring everyone in the building business to become Licensed Bricklayers even if they are electricians, plumbers, carpenters, tile experts, roofers, and architects.

At this stage we understand you are holding further discussions with members of the TX massage therapy community, but we still await a draft of the proposed changes and a timeline. As the Federation represents the leading professional associations in the field of massage, bodywork and somatic practices, we are concerned that we were not collectively consulted as experts in the field prior to your drafting a bill that could affect all our professional members practicing in Texas.

Requiring all of us to register as Massage Therapists is not only inaccurate, but will confuse the public, clients and other health professionals. Each of our members is required to pass the highest educational standards and certification requirements (often requiring double the hours required for massage therapy). AOBTA members also have a separate national board certification exam through the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

We are open to an ongoing dialogue between your team and a broad range of representatives of our associations. This will certainly show your Dallas constituents your willingness to work with the top professionals and educators within our comprehensive field.  We urge you to do this because we know from experience that there will be a huge outcry from our community if you proceed with the bill in its current form.

Sincerely,



Texas Representatives:

Pamela Ellen Ferguson, Dipl. ABT (NCCAOM), AOBTA. and GSD Certified Instructor, LMT (Texas)
Texas State Representative, American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia
Austin, TX 78757
fwpb39@...
 
Steven A Collins, Certified Advanced Rolfer, LMT (Texas)
Texas Liaison, Laws and Legislation, Rolf Institute. for Structural Integration
Austin, Texas 78746
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Bill Scholl
Certified Trager. Practitioner; Trager Instructor; LMT (Texas); LMI (Texas)
Texas Legislative Director,
United States Trager. Association
Austin, Texas 78704
billstrageremail@...

MaryBeth D. Smith, MM, GCFP (Master of Music, Guild Certified Feldenkrais. Practitioner)
The Feldenkrais Center of Houston
Houston TX  77056
info@...

Suzanne Wright Crain
ISMETA - Registered Somatic Movement Educator (RSME.)
ISMETA Texas Government Relations Representative
San Antonio, TX 78210
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National Representatives and Policy Directors:

Yolanda Asher, AOBTA.-Certified Instructor, Dipl. ABT (NCCAOM)
National Legislative Director
American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia (AOBTA.)
770-498-3761   legislative@...
www.aobta.org

Michael Purcell
National Regulation Coordinator
Feldenkrais Guild. of North America (FGNA)
530-274-9977   MPPurcell@...
www.feldenkrais.com

Henry Bornstein
Law & Legislation Chair
United States Trager. Association
510-841-3766   hbornstein@...
www.trager-us.org

Michael Wm. Murphy
Chair, Law and Legislation Committee
Rolf Institute. for Structural Integration
MurphyRolf@...
www.rolf.org

Mary Abrams
Government Regulation Representative
International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association (ISMETA)
413-446-6009   maryabrams@...
www.ismeta.org

LaRose Daniels
National Legislative Director
American Polarity Therapy Association
LaRose@...

www.polaritytherapy.org/


#140 From: Roberto Leal <boblealmassage@...>
Date: Mon Jan 29, 2007 11:01 pm
Subject: myopractic three-day intensive
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hi all

i have a massage therapist coming from boca raton,
florida to do the myopractic three-day intensive with
me

this workshops is 24 ceu's and covers all six
myopractic foundational workshops:

1 feet and lower legs
2 quads, hamstrings and adductors
3 hip and low back pain
4 shoulder injuries
5 whiplash
6 carpal tunnel

worshop fee: $500

the three-day intensive is done on a private (1
therapist) or semi-private (2 therapists) basis only

if you are interested in participating in this
dynamic, hands-on intensive workshop that will teach
you some great protocols, body mechanics and
myopractic teachniqes to work deeply without hurting
your hands or clients, contact me:



bob leal, lmt, mti
certified myopractic instructor
512-565-8473
boblealmassage@...
www.boblealmassage.com

#139 From: "Lydia H." <lydiahmt@...>
Date: Wed Jan 24, 2007 6:08 am
Subject: Massage Room for Rent -NW San Antonio, Texas
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If anyone is looking for a place to rent for their Massage Therapy
business we have a Massage Room available. Location is 11120 Wurzbach
Rd. The room is partially furnished with a Massage Table and two
chairs.

Massage Therapist must have a CURRENT Texas License and Liability
Massage Insurance. Rent is $350 and is negotiable.

The Suite is shared with 5 other Massage Therapists along with a
waiting area for clients. Paid Utilities, 24 Hr access and we are
throwing in a Free Website built for your Massage Business! Wow! What a
deal!

If interested please call Lydia at 210-363-9856 for more information or
to view Room.

#138 From: "Janie Thorpe-Cooke" <janie_cooke@...>
Date: Wed Jan 17, 2007 5:07 pm
Subject: PREGNANCY AND INFANT MASSAGE CLASSES
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CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES FOR MASSAGE
THERAPISTS AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

PREGNANCY MASSAGE: Pregnancy, labor and the birth process itself is
one of the most transformative events in a woman's life. It brings
many physical, psychological, social and spiritual changes. As
therapists, we are honored to be a part of this process and need to
be prepared for the special circumstances that arise with pregnancy
massage. Learn to support the expectant mother as you help her feel
more at home with her changing body and preparation for childbirth.
In the 6 hour class, you will learn:
* anatomy and physiology of pregnancy;
* contraindications and potential complications;
* side lying and semi-seated massage session;
* specific techniques for the 3 trimesters of pregnancy;
* acupressure & aromatherapy during pregnancy;
* marketing for individual clients and classes.
Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm February 3, 2007

INFANT MASSAGE: Infant Massage has increasing documentation to prove
that loving, nurturing touch between care giver and infant has a
positive impact on physical and psychological development. Massage
helps to reduce colic, constipation or diarrhea, coughs, colds and
irritability. It is a very powerful means of communication in a non-
verbal way, creating bonding between mother, father, family and baby.
Studies show that premature babies progress far more rapidly when
regularly massaged.
In the 6 hour class, you will learn:
* anatomy & physiology of infancy
* contraindications of massage during infancy
* 30 minute specific infant massage routine
* massage for special infants
* massage for specific conditions in infants
* marketing infant massage & infant massage classes
Sunday, 10:00am - 4:00pm February 4, 2007

Each Class provides 6 State Approved Continuing Education Hours
Cost is $129 if paid in full one week in advance; $150 otherwise;
Semi & Semi/Private Classes - $300; Major Credit Cards Accepted

To register: Call (512) 847-5899 or (512) 468-8498; or mail payment
to Jane Thorpe-Cooke, 43 Deer Ridge, Wimberley, Tx 78676; or e-mail
janie_cooke@...

All workshops include lecture, demonstration, hands-on practice,
workbook and Continuing Education Certificate. Instructor Jane Thorpe-
Cooke is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Therapy Instructor and
Continuing Education Provider. She has a 20 year background in
Holistic Health, Therapeutic Massage, Pregnancy/I nfant Massage,
Reiki, Reflexology, Oriental Healing Arts, and Transformational
Breathwork. She has trained as a Birth Facilitator with experience in
Water Birth and Dolphin Research. In private practice for 15 years,
Jane is the owner of A Healing Touch. She has developed the
curriculum and textbooks for the above listed workshops and has
enthusiastically taught them since 1991.

All classes are held in Wimberley, Tx which is between Austin and San
Antonio, and 15 miles between San Marcos and Dripping Springs.

For additional information, please contact:
Jane Thorpe-Cooke, LMT, MTI, CEP
43 Deer Ridge Road, Wimberley, Tx 78676
512/847-5899 (office); 512/468-8498 (mobile)
http://www.janiethorpe.holisticlocal.com
janie_cooke@...

#137 From: "Janie Thorpe-Cooke" <janie_cooke@...>
Date: Mon Jan 1, 2007 6:03 pm
Subject: CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES - Sports Massage
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CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES - Sports Massage

SPORTS MASSAGE - Upper Body Saturday 1/13/07
SPORTS MASSAGE - Lower Body Sunday   1/14/07

These two classes teach a system of bodywork that
requires minimum exertion on behalf of the therapist
with maximum results to the clients. Through soft
tissue release and deep tissue therapy, tense and
traumatized tissue will open, enabling full freedom of
movement without pain or restriction while speeding
damaged tissue's recovery. These methods can be
applied to both acute and chronic pain, as well as a
preventative and restorative therapy. Learn direct
manipulation techniques for neuromuscular injuries;
powerful techniques that effectively break down
adhesion and scar tissue; active and passive release
techniques for specific muscl, tendon, and ligament
injuries.

UPPER BODY CLASS: Covers specific techniques for back
pain; shoulder injuries; neck problems; hand, wrist,
and arm conditions.

LOWER BODY CLASS: COVERS specific techniques for hip
problems (including sciatic); hamstring/quad/calf
problems; Achilles tendon and ankle/foot conditions.

These two classes will be held at 43 Deer Ridge Road,
in Wimberley, Texas 78676; which is between Austin and
San Antonio and 15 miles between Dripping Springs and
San Marcos.

Each class is from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm
Each class gives 6 Continuing Education Hours
Each class is $129 if paid in full one week in advance;
otherwise $150; Credit Cards Accepted

Classes include lecture demonstration, hand-on
practice, workbook and Continuing Education
Certificate. Instructor Janie Thorpe-Cooke is a
Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Therapy Instructor
and Continuing Education Provider through the Texas
Department of State Health Services. She has a 20 year
background in Holistic Health, Therapeutic Massage,
Pregnancy/Infant Massage, Sports Massage, Reiki,
Reflexology, Shiatsu, and Transformational Breathwork.
She has trained as a Birth Facilitator with experience
in Water Birth and Dolphin Research. In private
practice for 15 years, Janie is the owner of A Healing
Touch and Advanced Bodywork Techniques. She has
developed the curriculum and textbooks for the above
listed workshops and has enthusiastically taught them
since 1991.

For additional details, please go to:
http://www.janiethorpe.holisticlocal.com/courses, or
contact Janie Thorpe-Cooke at: 512/847-5899 (office);
512/468-8498 (mobile); or
e-mail: janie_cooke@...

#136 From: "hankkrebs2002" <hank-jean-krebs@...>
Date: Sat Dec 23, 2006 4:32 pm
Subject: 2007 CEU Classes Central Texas
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HELP YOUR HANDS & INCREASE YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL WITH
Applications of Reciprocal Inhibition for Pain Relief
Hnak Krebs, MTI
Jan 13 Brownwood Upper Body 14th  Round Rock Lower
Jan 27  Belton CTS
Mar 10 Denton  Upper Body
Jun 2 Stephenville  Upper Body 3rd  Fredericksburg Lower
Jul 14 Belton Lower Body
Oct 13 Stephenville Lower Body 14th Fredericksburg  Upper Body
   All classes 6 CEU HRS  $125  Hrs 8:30AM-3:30PM
see our website for past student directory and what they say about the
courses, class location, course description,
registration forms, map and other classes
http://www.inhishandsmassage.com
  Call 361–572-4842 or 361- 571-8511
  for information and hard copies
WISHING YOU & YOURS A HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR

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