In 2007, The entry level education requirements to becoming a massage therapist were 425 hours. Tamia attended Ashmead collage, a nationally accredited massage program with an advanced curriculum providing 979.75 hours of relevant education. She graduated with Honors, and went on to tutor and eventually teach numerous massage subjects. Some of Tamia's initial education included the following: Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiology, (the study of Muscles and movement) Swedish massage techniques, Physiological effects of massage, Accessing deeper tissue without pain, Emotional release training, Sports massage, Injury treatment and pathology, Hydrotherapy, Spa treatments and services, Pregnancy massage, Professional charting, AIDS/HIV training, Professional boundaries and Ethics, Intro to Chinese Medicine, Massage laws and administrative rules, The effects of massage on medications, and more.
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Thank you for putting your trust in me and my skills. I am honored to help you achieve your bodywork goals and to be an integral part of your healthcare team. - I will respect that you are the one that lives in your body, and know it better than anyone. If I ever misinterpret your insight or experience with it in any way, please correct me. I won't normalize red flag behaviors or health imbalances that I observe. I will not promote false products or take advantage of anyones poor health awareness or education to line my pockets! I will hold space for, and remain dedicated to your overall health and wellbeing. I will do my best to educate and support you in ever better self care. I will consistently value and advocate for your best interests and always make it my priority -even when things are rough and it is not yours. I will not misrepresent my skills, knowledge or experience. Your health and safety is first. I will work inside of my legitimate training and scope of practice. You can always view my complete education. I will always suggest alternatives and give referrals for other health practitioners whenever it is appropriate. |
AuthorTamia has been an actively licensed massage therapist since 2007. She has worked in Oregon and Washington states, as both a therapist and an experienced educator in a variety of massage sciences, modalities, and fundamentals. Archives
January 2023
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