I was just curious. I am a massage therapist, don't really know and veg massage therapist. are there any on the board? would love to talk to someone in my field who is vegan or veg. I can't be the only vegan mt- or health conscience to say the least- I am always amazed at the junk the mt's I work with eat.
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hiya!
im a massage therapist and vegan.
i don't know any other veg mt's either, where do you live?
im a massage therapist and vegan.
i don't know any other veg mt's either, where do you live?
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*waves* I too am a veg*n massage therapist
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I am living in Bergen County New Jersey for about 2 yrs, but am working on going back to Greensboro N C by the summer. How about you? I work in a day spa, used to work out of a chiro's office- I enjoy the work, but do prefer the chiro's office. I don't work well with the catty co-worker nonsense that goes on in spa/salon settings-not to say they are all that way, the one's I have chosen are-unfortunately! I just don't like getting teased and talked about because of the things I eat, and it happens at least twice a week. They think I am weird because I don't even eat pizza when the boss treats us. I think they are weird because they eat meals that involve at least 2 animals plus bi-products, only I don't comment.Originally Posted by luvourmother
hiya!
im a massage therapist and vegan.
i don't know any other veg mt's either, where do you live?
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I am recently licensed and working a stuffy office job while I look for full-time employment in my field. I don't have any established clientele and it seems all the opportunities in my area would require me renting a room/office space. I had a spa-type job for a while, but it wasn't a good fit, due to poor management and scheduling issues. I would prefer to work in conjunction with a chiropractor or other health care professional until I get established. Unfortunately, I can't afford to leave a full time job with benefits for something part time.
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I've been thinking about becoming a massage therapist. What kind of training did you need? How long did you have to go to school for? What is the actual work like?
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i have worked a few different places since i got certified, a fast paced open mall type job (chair), with a few chiropractors and at a wellness center. i am on my own traveling to people's homes and offices, being mobile fits my lifestyle for now. i am lucky to have some great regular clients that i luv working with.
great spas with good management are hard to find, i am searching for one to work part time at. the more that i find the more i realize how much i want to have my own healing center...one day!
im in california, los angeles/inland empire area.
kibble i went to a vocational type college for massage training, it was a 720 hour program (some are 500, very basic ones are 100-150) and took 9 months of going half days for 4 days a week. total cost = $11,000 (this included all school supplies and a really nice table and massage supplies) most vocational schools have financial assistance and can set u up with gov't funding if you qualify.
its a good idea to research the massage requirements in the city/county/state that you live in and choose schooling accordingly, some places only require a little training, so you can work while you continue to learn more modalities.
its a really great job, i luv the human body, it truly amazes me everyday!!!
great spas with good management are hard to find, i am searching for one to work part time at. the more that i find the more i realize how much i want to have my own healing center...one day!
im in california, los angeles/inland empire area.
kibble i went to a vocational type college for massage training, it was a 720 hour program (some are 500, very basic ones are 100-150) and took 9 months of going half days for 4 days a week. total cost = $11,000 (this included all school supplies and a really nice table and massage supplies) most vocational schools have financial assistance and can set u up with gov't funding if you qualify.
its a good idea to research the massage requirements in the city/county/state that you live in and choose schooling accordingly, some places only require a little training, so you can work while you continue to learn more modalities.
its a really great job, i luv the human body, it truly amazes me everyday!!!
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Usually there is a minimum education requirement and some states also require you to be both nationally certified and licensed on a state level. New Hampshire, where I live, is one of the most strict, as far as regulations. I had to complete a 750 hour program, become nationally certified and then licensed at the state level. It is possible to complete the whole process in a little over a year, but due to life circumstances, it took me a bit longer.
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I hear there are lots of opportunities in Texas, too bad I am in the northeast....
The regulations for massage therapy differ greatly from state to state, and sometimes within individual states. Vermont, for example, has no regulation (last I knew) and Massachusetts varies by city/county. Good stuff to know as a recipient of massage as well, especially considering a massage therapist in Vermont may have no formal training (unless this has changed).Originally Posted by Kibbleforlola
I've been thinking about becoming a massage therapist. What kind of training did you need? How long did you have to go to school for? What is the actual work like?
Usually there is a minimum education requirement and some states also require you to be both nationally certified and licensed on a state level. New Hampshire, where I live, is one of the most strict, as far as regulations. I had to complete a 750 hour program, become nationally certified and then licensed at the state level. It is possible to complete the whole process in a little over a year, but due to life circumstances, it took me a bit longer.
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Hi! Any of y'all in the dallas area? My mom is a veg. Spa owner who is a MT and SCT. She is always looking for help.![]()
I hear there are lots of opportunities in Texas, too bad I am in the northeast....
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