National Holistic Institute⎜A College of Massage Therapy

10/20/2025

💻 ONLINE CE Class: The Social Side of Pain | TWO Dates Available!

Pain doesn't exist in a vacuum—our relationships, stress levels, work environments, and support systems all influence how we experience and manage it.

Join us for an eye-opening NCBTMB-approved class with Cynthia Ribeiro and explore the social dimension of the Biopsychosocial Pain Model—essential learning for any massage therapist looking to expand their client care approach. 🌿

🗓️ Choose your session:
🔹 Saturday, October 25 | 9am–1pm PT
🔹 Tuesday, October 28 | 6pm–10pm PT

✅ Learn how to:
– Assess social determinants of pain
– Communicate effectively and empathetically
– Integrate social context into treatment planning
– Support clients with stress-related tension and trauma

🎓 4.0 CE hours | NCBTMB Approved
💵 $100 | Alumni discounts available

👉 Register now: https://nhi.edu/massage-school-programs/continuing-education

10/17/2025

📍NHI Studio City | 🗓 Monday, Oct 20 | ⏰ 1:30–3:30 PM

✨ “When Yi awakens, fascia listens. When fascia flows, the body and mind become one field of living inspiration.” — Shifu Ed

Join Shifu Edmond Durso from The Fire Mountain School for a hands-on fascia workshop that blends ancient martial arts wisdom with modern body science.

💡 In this session, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Prevent injury & burnout
✔️ Refine your touch through fascia awareness
✔️ Enhance energy flow, focus & breath
✔️ Build resilience in your bodywork practice

📍No RSVP needed — join us at at NHI’s Studio City campus!
🎓 Free for NHI students & grads.

10/17/2025

Tell me this doesn’t happen every time 😭

10/15/2025

🌟 Massage Therapy Student Spotlight: Jazzmen Hempstead 🌟
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🎓 Core Program Graduate | ANMT Graduate | Current AAS Student
💆‍♀️ Book with her at: Bounce Back Mobility

Meet Jazzmen Hempstead, an NHI Sacramento graduate who has been a massage therapist since 2018 and is still thriving. Her focus is on deep tissue, lymphatic drainage, and prenatal massage—but her passion is helping people feel better in their bodies, especially those living with chronic pain and mobility challenges.

💬 “I am honored to stand in the gap of health and wellness on behalf of those experiencing chronic pain and mobility issues.”

Jazzmen is currently completing her Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and continues to grow her private practice, Bounce Back Mobility.

With a passion for deep tissue, lymphatic drainage, and prenatal massage, Jazzmen’s mission goes beyond the table. She dreams of working with amputees, athletes, veterans, and even horses in the future.

💬 “What I love about my choice of career is that people walk away with a smile after having endured so much pain”

💡 Her advice to future massage therapists:
“Empty your cup with each client. Always be yourself.”

Jazzmen’s journey is about growth, community, and showing up with purpose—one client at a time.

10/13/2025

Massage Circle Monday vibes at our San Jose campus 🙌💚

There's nothing like starting the week with connection, community, and hands-on practice.

10/09/2025

✨ Massage Therapy Student Spotlight: James Farnsworth
📍 | Core Program Graduate | ANMT Graduate | AAS Degree Program Student

“What would you do if failure was not an obstacle?”

This one question changed everything for James Farnsworth. Nearly 50 years old and searching for something more meaningful, James found clarity during a simple act of care — massaging his partner’s shoulders. In that moment, a lifelong passion awakened.

He found his way to National Holistic Institute’s Sacramento campus, where he discovered not just a new career path, but a purpose.

“I was very grateful for all those around me. The support for family and school helped carry on, confirming that this was the place I was meant to be.”

James enrolled in the Core Massage Therapy Program, then continued into Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy and the Associates of Applied Science Degree Program. Along the way, he has built confidence, expertise, and the ability to help others feel better in their bodies.

“Pressure isn’t about how hard you can push, but knowing where and why.”

For anyone thinking about starting something new, James says:
“Do it. It is totally worth it. There is no other place to gain the quality training you will here.”

💚 Read James’ full story: https://nhimassageblog.com/2025/08/25/one-question-changed-nhi-sacramento-grad-james-farnsworths-life/

For NHI's James Farnsworth, a moment of profound reflection, prompted by a simple question from his partner—"What would you do if failure was not an obstacle?"

10/07/2025

👐✨ When your instructor tells you you’ve got magic hands
🎶 I’VE GOT THE POWER 🎶

10/07/2025

🏋️‍♂️ CE Workshop: In-Season Pain Management & Performance Optimization
October 11–12, 2025 | 9am–6pm (Both Days) | NHI Ontario Campus
NCBTMB-Approved | 16.0 CE Hours

Massage therapists, sports professionals, and movement specialists—are you ready to elevate your clinical game during the season when your clients need it most? Join Cynthia Ribeiro for a hands-on, evidence-informed, two-day intensive designed to transform your approach to in-season pain management and performance care.

🧠 Workshop Overview:

Athletes can’t afford downtime. Learn how to deliver precise, results-driven care without interrupting training cycles or competitive seasons. This 16-hour CE course focuses on functional assessments, neuromuscular therapy applications, and sports-specific strategies tailored for peak-season effectiveness.

🔧 What You’ll Learn:

✅ Advanced neuromuscular therapy techniques
✅ Functional assessment and biomechanics
✅ Sport-specific, individualized treatment planning
✅ Strategies to rapidly address pain without disrupting performance
✅ How to integrate recovery into high-performance schedules

🏃 Who Should Attend:

Clinical & Neuromuscular Massage Therapists

Sports Massage Therapists & Athletic Trainers

Physical Therapists & Movement Specialists

Strength & Conditioning Coaches

Anyone supporting athletic recovery & performance

📍 Location: National Holistic Institute – Ontario Campus
💵 Workshop Cost: $500
📚 Earn 16 CE Hours (NCBTMB-Approved)

🚀 Whether you’re working with weekend warriors or elite athletes, this course gives you the clinical tools and confidence to optimize performance and reduce in-season injury risk.

📲 Register today and take your sports therapy skills to the next level.

https://nhi.edu/massage-school-events/ontario-ce-class-the-application-of-neuromuscular-therapy-for-in-season-pain-management-and-performance-251012

Are you a massage therapist looking for NCBTMB approved CE classes? Join Cynthia Ribiero at the NHI Ontario Campus on Saturday, October 11 and...

10/01/2025

🌟 Massage Therapy Student Spotlight: Jason Betancourt 🌟
📍 NHI Sacramento
📖 Group 70 | Current Core Program Student
💆‍♂️ Follow Jason:

Jason’s journey into massage therapy started with a quiet moment, a foot massage for his mom, and a feeling that maybe—just maybe—this was something meaningful.

💬 “One day, I woke up, and I said enough... My heart wanted to help people.”

Through honest reflection and the encouragement of his younger brother, Jason took a leap and enrolled at NHI Sacramento. Now, he's surrounded by others with their own stories and purpose.

💬 “Every student has passion and a different story that led them here, and together we shall heal the world through touch and the work we love.”

His dream? To open his own space—the Zen Den—and build a practice rooted in compassion and skill.

💬 “If you have the passion and two hands, join the fun.”

09/29/2025

🎥 A glimpse of Cynthia Ribeiro, founder of NHI’s Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) Program, doing what she does best—demonstrating the power, precision, and heart behind clinical massage therapy.

Cynthia developed the ANMT Program to give massage therapists the advanced skills they need to work confidently in clinical, rehabilitative, and integrative health settings.

Now, her legacy continues with two flexible learning options:
💻 100% Online
🏫 Hybrid (online + 1 day/week on campus)

⚡️ Next fully online cohort starts October 3
💸 Federal financial aid available
🎁 Enroll this fall and receive $500 off tuition

If you’re ready to go beyond the basics and deepen your career with evidence-informed techniques and mentorship from leaders like Cynthia—this is your moment.

📲 Learn more + Apply : https://nhimassageblog.com/2025/09/05/advance-your-massage-therapy-career-with-flexible-anmt-options-now-100-online-or-hybrid/

09/24/2025

🌿 From Stillness to Skill: Explore Massage Education Mindfully

Ready to turn your passion into purpose? Join us for a FREE live webinar and experience what it's like to study massage therapy at NHI.

🧘‍♀️ Begin with a 10-minute guided meditation
📚 Learn about our curriculum, class schedules, tuition & financial aid
💬 Get your questions answered live by our friendly Admissions Team

📅 Saturday, Sept 27 | 12–1pm PT | Live on Zoom

💸 Enroll by 9/30 and get $500 off tuition for September or October starts!

👉 Tap to RSVP: https://nhi.edu/massage-school-events/all-campus-explore-massage-education-mindfully-webinar-250927

09/22/2025

🌟 Massage Therapy Student Spotlight: Parker Maser 🌟
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🎓 Core Program Graduate | Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) Graduate
💆‍♂️ Follow Parker:

Parker Maser’s journey to NHI Sacramento was unexpected, but life-changing. After years of being overlooked by the medical system, it was a massage therapist who finally helped shift the perspective and guide Parker toward healing. Motivated by that experience, Parker searched for a path into the field and found NHI.

💬 “What brought me to massage therapy in the first place was personal. I’ve lived with chronic pain for most of my life without clear answers—until recently.”

At NHI, Parker began to find answers—not only for their own healing but for how to help others more effectively. Through the Core Program, Parker developed a deep respect for the body’s ability to adapt and heal.

💬 “During the Core program, I gained a deep appreciation for how adaptive the human body truly is. Moving into the Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) program, I began to understand just how precise and interconnected the body can be.”

This growing knowledge fueled Parker’s desire to support clients with compassion and clarity, especially those who feel dismissed or unheard.

💬 “I want to be the therapist that people turn to when they feel like they haven’t been heard by the medical system.”

Parker’s mission is clear—help others feel seen, understood, and empowered on their wellness journey.