You’re called to this profession, and you keep up on all the important trends and issues—in fact, your fellow massage therapists and bodyworkers look to you for guidance. But who do you look to?
ABMP brings together voices form all across the profession to inspire, educate, and inform. We’re here for you, to support your growth and the growth of our amazing profession.
Join the conversation with the benefits outlined here and accessible to the entire profession, and consider becoming an ABMP member for even more.
The ABMP Podcast
Exploring the issues and challenges unique to the massage and bodywork community, The ABMP Podcast brings on a rotating cast of expert guests along with regulars Ruth Werner and The Rebel MT Alison Denney for the conversations that matter for practicing bodyworkers. Listen wherever you download podcasts, or check out these highlighted episodes:
“When You See a Doorway, Walk Through It” with Diane Matkowski
Diane Matkowski, the Massage Mentor, has had many revelatory moments in her life: from getting her first massage, to studying under a hands-on mentor, to making the leap of faith to start her own business. We discuss her successes (and failures), her COVID protocols that will stick long after the pandemic is over, and what’s it like being audited by the IRS. What’s the art of massage, according to Diane? Patience, persistence, and perseverance.
Listen Here (Ep 101)
“Become a Rebooking Ninja, Achieve 85% Retention, and Learn from Chiros/Spas Podcast” with Elicia Crook
Australian practitioner Elicia Crook tells us what it takes to rebook with success—and integrity and heart-centered-ness. She learned from working in a chiropractic office (where she met a retention ninja) and a spa (where she learned about retail sales) and then created a mashup in her business Massage Champions, with the highest-price/session within 35 miles of her office and an 85% return rate. Her book Fully Booked Without Burnout informs our discussion.
Listen Here (Ep 72)
“The Power of Determination” with Terrance Bonner
Author, educator, and spa owner Terrance Bonner discusses his challenging road to become a bodyworker, his esthetics training that deepens his skill set, and his new book for aspiring entrepreneurs. His passion and commitment to practice massage in the face of life’s obstacles is an inspirational lesson for all practitioners.
Listen Here (Ep 66)
Massage & Bodywork Magazine
If you’re looking for an in-depth professional journal featuring the brightest lights in the profession, look no further than our award-winning member magazine Massage & Bodywork, delivered in print six times a year to ABMP members and available for free to the entire profession online at MassageAndBodyworkDigital.com.
Learn more about Massage & Bodywork magazine or click to browse the digital archive!
Interested in submitting an article? Learn more at abmp.com/massage-and-bodywork-article-submission.
ABMP Education Center CE Courses
If you want to go more in-depth on a topic, the ABMP Education Center is home to more than 600+ CE hours available for purchase or included with ABMP membership. Stay inspired, build your knowledge base, and continue growing in your practice with these favorite courses:
“Mind Your Money” with Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds
Learning how to mind and manage your money is one of the most valuable skills for a small business owner to develop. Financial literacy is essential in moving from being a hobbyist to being a professional and earning a living doing the work you love. Join Allissa Haines and Michael Reynolds of Massage Business Blueprint to learn how to manage your business finances, make more money, and plan for your financial future.
“Centering Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity in Our Practices” with Shana Chivon
Centering communities of color and socially marginalized groups in our work creates diverse and inclusive spaces for radical wellness. Join Shana Chivon as she shares how to incorporate and prioritize diversity, inclusion, and equity in your practice to ensure that all communities are able to benefit from your work. This cultural competency course shares strategies to address inequalities that impact representation and relationships in the wellness industry.
“A Detailed Approach to Low-Back Pain” with Allison Denney
Join Allison Denney of Rebel Massage for a dynamic webinar that takes an in-depth look at the muscles, structures, and common dysfunctions of the lumbar region. Detailed muscles painted on a client show the relationship between where the muscles are in the low back, what they do, and how they most often create a pain response. Explore examples of how common low-back issues occur and learn practical treatments you can use with your clients today.
Why become an ABMP member?
- Liability insurance that covers you as an individual.
- 200+ free CE hours in the ABMP Education Center.
- Dedicated legislative advocacy and exceptional customer service.
- ABMP Five-Minute Muscles and Pocket Pathology reference apps.