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For CMT's I am happy to answer questions about marketing your massage business, growing your clientele, advertising, time management, finding information on the internet to connect with other therapists, mentor massage students, For Clients: I can explain what a particular modality of massage is, help you pick the type/modality of massage that is best for you,
I have owned my own massage therapy practice for the last six years and have been working as a massage therapist for seven years. I have worked in spas, done out-calls, private spa parties, chair massage at events such as the Nike Womens Marathon, Bioneers Festival, and for employee appreciation days at companies such as Chevron, First National Bank, and Software Startups.
Organizations
Associated Bodyworkers and Massage Professionals, San Francisco School of Massage, Day Spa Association, Althea Corrin Salon / Spa.
Publications
RachelEstelle.com, Spalutions.com, SpaClientele.com, spa-college.com
Education/Credentials
I have certifications and education in several modalities of massage: swedish, shiatsu, acupressure, reflexology, reiki I, trigger point, pregnancy massage, aromatherapy, vibrational and energy healing, sound therapy, deep tissue, sports massage. I participate in continuing education. I have worked at two different vocational schools selling Massage Therapy Programs to interested students. I do guest public speaking at schools to give information on "how to run your own massage therapy business".
Awards and Honors
Several certifications in a variety of massage modalities, business license, certifications for assistant teaching, college degree.

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