Massage Model

massage therapist? I want to be a massage therapist but i don't know what i need... does anybody have any experiences? I'm a senior and i want to help people. Do any of you have any experiences with therapist?

Massage Therapist? What is the best and fastest way to become a licensed Massage Therapist? How does someone start their own business, let say for example-in massage therapy(Do you need an mba?) Can someone be a massage therapist as a second career? Thanks.

Massage therapist??? What exactly does a massage therapist who claims to use "oils" in her therapy , do? She claims she is in a healing ministry. Is that possible? Serious answers only. I have a friend who has met someone like this and claims she is a virgin and a healer. He is very possessive and wants to marry her. But, if she does this line of "work" and touches other men, will this marriage survive? I am NOT being judgemental! I am looking to find out what they do with "oils"? What is the difference between a therapist masseuse as opposed to a regular masseuse. Why is everyone answering on the "Defense?" The question is: Can this be categorized as a ministry????

What is the Education difference between a Massage Therapist and a Physical Therapist? I understand that a Massage and Physical therapist are two different occupations, but what degrees do you go through that are different for each? I've looked it up, and it says for a Massage Therapist, all you need is a certificate/degree in Massage work. I find that hard to believe, and was wondering if there was something that the internet lacked to tell me?

Can a female massage therapist choose not to work on male clients? Can a female massage therapist work exclusively with female clients? I am starting my own business and I feel the most comfortable working with female clients instead of males. I want to advertise massage services for female clients only. Is this sex discrimination? Or is it not, considering it is my own business?

How can I become a massage therapist for the military? So I've always wanted to be a massage therapist, I'm 18 I have no clue where to start. Do I attend a Massage Therapy school? I was planning to attend Nevada school of massage therapy. Please help! Oh and if you know the cost for Nevada school of massage therapy. It would really help if i can speak to anyone who has graduated from there.

Can a massage therapist work while pregnant? My fiance and I are planning on having children of our own but shes going to school to be a massage therapist. We will have kids after shes done with school, so the question is will they let her work while shes prego or will she have to quit her job?

How often do massage therapist give sexual favors after a massage? I rescently heard a story about someone getting hit on while getting a massage by someone of the opposite sex. He wispered something in her ear that suggested he wanted to sexually please her. How common is it for massage thereapist to offer up sex after a massage? I have heard more rumors from friends that some massage therapist tend to secretly offer up sexual favors to hot customers. Can anyone put some kinda truth behind this?

How much to tip a massage therapist when I go to her home? My massage therapist quit the spa she used to work for, and now takes clients in her home. I don't mind tipping at a spa, because she probably only gets an hourly rate and most of the cost of the massage goes towards the facility's rent/electricity/supplies, etc. My question is: If I am going to her house for a massage, how much (if any) do I tip? She gets 100% of my fee, so is a tip necessary?

How do I know that a massage therapist is qualified to massage my achillis tendons and groins? How do I determine a massage therapist's legitimacy? I have achilles tendinitis and a groin pull. I have want to run again and massage therapy might heal my injuries. I want both parts of my two legs massaged and I do not wanted to be ripped off.

What are massage therapist's duties in a medical office/physical therapist clinic? What does massage therapist does in a physical therapist or similar establishment? I know what they do at spas, but what are their duties at the physical therapist's office? Is it just massage before treatment by physical therapist or some extra duties are expected from massage therapists? Please, I need as much information as possible. Thank you in advance

What are your opinions on being an Esthetician or Massage Therapist in Canada? Hi, I'm planning to do a two year diploma on either Esthetics or Massage Therapist in Canada. Which one is more in demand? When I look at the job site, there are more jobs for Massage Therapist but I've heard most massage therapists experience a burn out after 2-3 years and it's bad on their bodies. As for Esthetics...anyone in this line?

Should I become a massage therapist and a physical therapist assistant? I have to wait until Fall 2012 to start the physical therapist assistant program. This means that I have one year to either take general classes required for PTA or go into massage therapy program. I saw that anatomy and physiology is required for both programs so I figured that it works out perfectly. If anyone could give me advice, I'd appreciate it especially if you're a LMT or PTA. *The massage therapy program at my local community college is a 1 year program.

How much to you tip a massage therapist? Specifically at Massage Envy, where the massages are relatively cheap ($50 or so). Do you tip a percentage or do you tip a straight $10 or $15? Also is there a tip jar or do you hand it to the therapist?

Could I be a successful male massage therapist if I only work from my apartment? Would I get clients? I'm worried that people will get the wrong idea. I'm planning on going to massage school to become a certified massage therapist in several styles. I would love for this to work. I want to help people feel better and I would get a personal satisfaction in doing so. I'm having trouble figuring out what to do with my life and this seems like a nice idea. Just wondering if I could pull it off and make a decent living off of it.

Any tips on how a massage therapist can make decent money? I have a friend who is a massage therapist. He is really struggling. Most of the places where he can find work just take most of the money. Any ideas?

How much does your equine massage therapist charge? How much does your equine chiropractor charge you? Just curious. Massage therapist here charges $60, more for draft horses and less for ponies. Not sure what the difference is, but he told me that yesterday.

How much does a professional sports massage therapist make? I'm a massage therapist in Albuquerque and considering making a big move to another city to progress my education in sports massage specifically. I was wondering, how much money on average does a sports massage therapist make?

What is the average hourly pay for a massage therapist? I will be starting school in the spring to become a licensed massage therapist. I am wondering what the average hourly pay for a massage therapist is, and also what the average tip is. I live/will be working in the Fairfax, VA area.

Can a massage therapist have short acrylic nails? I really want to be a massage therapist. But I need to know if it is possible to do if I have short acrylic nails.

How do you become a massage therapist in london? I am a certified massage therapist in the united states and plan on moving to london in a year or two. How would I go about continuing my practice in the uk?

what's the difference between physical therapist and massage therapist? I was thinking massage therapist, but I don't know which is the better route to go. I never thought of physical therapist. How much does it cost to be a massage therapist?

How long after I become a Certified Massage Therapist do I need to carry insurance? How long after I become a Certified Massage Therapist do I need to carry insurance? Where do I go or who do I call to get insurance to practice massage therapy?

What are the benefits of becoming a Massage Therapist? I've always been interested in Massage Therapy. I would like to know what are the benefits of becoming a massage therapist, what's a massasge therapist salary, and is massage therapy a good career?

Do massage therapist get horny wile performing a massage on somebody? I know people getting the massage can, so what about the therapist, do you secretly get arouse, specially for men therapist, it's ok to tell the truth it's a normal reaction i think. But i'd really like to know what male therapist think.

What are prerequisites to be a massage therapist? I want to be a massage therapist and don't know if there are any prerequisites to take the program at a college.

How do you find a good massage therapist? I am really stressed out and was thinking about getting a massage. How do you find a good massage therapist? I had a massage once before and it was so/so.

Is there a difference between a Massage Therapist and a masseuse? I have been looking for a massage and don't the different types of massage and if there is a difference between a Massage therapist and a Masseuse. Thanks for your help.

where can i find a massage therapist in puerto vallarta who does deep tissue therapeutic massage? I was in a car accident and have whiplash injuries. I need to find a good deep tissue massage therapist. There are a lot of massage therapists here for relaxation, but I haven't found one who does therapeutic deep tissue massage.

How much do you tip a massage therapist? I'm either getting a 30 minute massage for 50 dollars or a 45 minute massage for 65. How much do you tip if a therapist does a good job, average, or poor? I have never had a massage so I'm not sure how much you tip and should I get a 30 minute or 45 minute session?

How do you become a massage therapist? Do you have to go to school? is there some kind of a licence or certification? how about ayurvedic massages? how much money does a massage therapist make?

What would you expect a professional male massage therapist to wear in the top spa's? My boyfriend is setting up as a massage therapist in his own treatment rooms and is keen to come across as being the top end of professional in order to differentiate against some of the seedier establishments out there. What would you expect to see him wearing?

What supplies does a beginning massage therapist need? Can you recommend a type of portable massage table? What features are important to look for? What other equipment or supplies does a beginning massage therapist need?

How difficult is it to acquire a massage therapist position in Thailand? I am an American and I wonder if it is difficult to acquire a position as a massage therapist in another country?

How popular is a massage therapist around pregnant women? I heard leg cramps are bad during pregnancy how many of you women out there like or need a massage therapist during this time? Prefer answer's from people experiencing this.

What is the description and salary and the education needed to become a Massage Therapist? What is a description of what a Massage Therapist does. What education does a Massage Therapist need? Where do Massage Therapists learn what they know? What is their highest yearly income/salary?

How much does a massage therapist make a year? I would like to know how much money a starting/mid career massage therapist makes annually--just by working in a regular spa, nothing fancy yet. Also, if you know of any online colleges that are not too expensive that offer this degree, could you please include links? Thanks in advance.

How do you tell a massage therapist that you don't want to talk? I've been getting stress headaches so decided to splurge on a massage. The massage therapist talked the entire time. Unfortunately, she was more focused on talking than on the massage (stopping to tell stories and make points). I really didn't know how to tell her that I needed her to focus on the massage. What could I have said that would not have offended her?

Is it difficult to find full time work as a massage therapist in the SF Bay Area? I'm interested in becoming a massage therapist but most of the job adds I see for it are part time. I'd like to do it full time so I can afford my own apartment. Do spas/massage parlors typically hire massage therapists to work full time or part time? Or does it just vary? In general, is massage therapy a good career for someone who just wants to make enough to rent an apartment and comfortably live on their own?

Massage therapy: How do you make the most money working as a massage therapist? I am becoming a massage therapist. When I begin working how can I make the most money? Should I rent out a room or work directly for a company and get paid through them? Or some other way I might not know about. Thanks for the advice in advance.

What type of license should a massage therapist have? I am looking for a massage therapist for back pain, herniated discs, and carpal tunnel. Is there a specific type of licensing for pain relief massage or can this be taken care of by a normal day at the spa?

What kind of options are there for a massage therapist? I'm planning on becoming a massage therapist and I would like to know what kind of job options work out the best. I know I can open up my own place, I can work at spas, I can work in hospitals, I can work in beauty salons, I can work on cruise ships. The one thing I want to know most is which one would work out the best, I'm looking for all kinds of opinions whether you are or not a massage therapist.

What are some good advertising ideas for a massage therapist? My girlfriend is a licensed massage therapist and just started her own business. She needs advise on advertising. What are some tips she could use? What should she do?

What kind of questions would you ask a massage therapist about their working environment? I have to interview a massage therapist about their working environment. What kind of questions should I ask? There has to be at least a page full. So approx. 13 Questions? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

Is it okay to go to a Massage therapist twice in one week? I have been suffering from headaches, my doctor recommended massages. I made an appointment for thursday (today) and then another therapist got me in on tuesday. I went for a massage on tuesday, then I pulled my neck yesterday. I still have an appointment for a massage today with another therapist. Is there any harm in that. - 2 massages in one week? Also has anyone experienced using a THERA-CANE?

How can i become a massage therapist? I can't afford university's and i was looking for somewhere local. I live in bremerton, WA . I have heard that Everest College is bad and i was looking for a way to start my schooling. Does anyone know how to become a massage therapist?

Can a client and a massage therapist start a relationship? after the therapeutic is done, can they start a personal relationship? I am in loved with my massage therapist.

What are the licensing requirements to be a massage therapist in Texas? What are the licensing requirements to be a massage therapist in Texas? My sister is licensed in MI, TN and on the National registry.

Where can a massage therapist work at? I would really like to be a massage therapist so what will i need to do? I think i fit this position and i will go to massage therapy school i love helping people so this is something i really want to do. What career paths can a massage therapist take?

what is the best car for a traveling massage therapist? I am a mom to one little boy... And going to school to be a massage therapist. I need a new car already. But I need one that is accomadating to a massage table and a little boy. I will be working from home...and traveling....and would like one that it's not to inconvenient to have to have child in the back seat and still room for the fold up massage table somewhere? Any suggestions on a model and make?

What courses do i need in order to become a massage therapist? I've been looking into coming a massage therapist, but i wanted a little more info on it. I am currently in grade 9 and i am just selecting my courses for next year. What courses should i take in high school to be ready for a career in massage therapy? I would also like to know if i would go to college or university? If so, what courses should i take there aswell?

What sort of massage therapist do I need to consult? G'day guys, I've recentely been to a chiropractor, who helped me with a bit of a crook neck. In the general consultation, she also identified alot of tightness in my lumber area of my spine. This tightness has come from weight distribution when boxing. So, my question is who is the person to see? An osteopath? A remdial massage therapist? A sports massage therapist? I don't really know the difference, so any help is appreciated guys.

What is a job related to personal trainer or massage therapist, that requires college/uni education? I want to be a personal trainer or a massage therapist, but my parents want me to go to college. What could I do, which would not require me to work in a hospital?

How long does it take to become a licensed Massage Therapist? I'm interested in going to school to become a Massage Therapist (in the US). Is it a two year or a four year program?

What do I need to do to become a massage therapist? I'm a senior in high school, and I need to start getting college stuff done. I'd like to go into massage therapy/sports medicine; but what I really need to know is how to become a massage therapist, what are the requirements before you can go to massage school, how much, etc.? Thank you!

What is an average salary for a massage Therapist working for a spa? I finished my 500 hours and have yet to put it to use in an actual work place... business is slow being a self employed massage therapist. What is the going rate if the employer is hourly? What would I make an hour on average? What is normal hourly wage to ask for?

What do i need to become a massage therapist? Ill be graduating high school in 2010 and im thinking about becoming a massage therapist but i dont know what i need to get certified, do i go to special classes or a special college? How does it work..

How do i get a massage therapist job on an Australian cruise ship? I live in Australia and I'm doing a Diploma of Massage Therapy. I'll be finishing it in time for Summer next year and I would love to get a job on an Australian Cruise ship as a massage therapist. Can someone advise me as to how I would do this and what the working conditions are like? Thanks

What is the average wage of an massage therapist? I want to persue a career as a massage therapist and move to Las Vegas in the near future. How much would I get paid, given the area that I would be at(close to the strip)? Does anybody know?

How easy is it to be a massage therapist for a band? That would be my dream job, touring with a band as a massage therapist. I just wouldn't know where to begin, any help would be appreciated.

Where can you get a massage therapist degree in Colorado and how long does it take? I'm not even sure if it's a "degree" that they get. But just enough knowledge that someone would hire you that wants a massage therapist. And can you also work at a spa not doing massage but other things with that same "degree"?

What are the physical requirements for a massage therapist? Hi, I am thinking about pursuing the career of a massage therapist. However, I am still learning about what the career entails in all aspects, but I have a specific question regarding the physical requirements of a job. What are those? Must you be a certain height, weight, etc.? This is a funny question, but what about the size of your hands? Any information regarding this question and the career of a massage therapist, in general, would be greatly appreciated! = )

Do you tip a massage therapist when you are going for medical reasons? If so, how much? I have been going to a chiropractor and massage therapist for medical reasons. My insurance covers the treatment. Should I tip the massage therapist? Thanks!

What is the best way to make money as a massage therapist without owning your own small business? I'm about to graduate and become a licensed massage therapist, but I've never been excited about owning my own small business. It seems very risky. I just want to get paid to make other people feel better.

When/If choosing a massage therapist, what characteristics of the therapist are important to you? Say you decide to get a massage. What do you consider about the person/therapist when deciding which one to go to. If someone refers you to a therapist, what details are important to your decision to go?

Does anyone know of a licensed massage therapist in Edmonton that does sensual massage? I want to get a sensual massage, but I also want the therapist to be licensed because I want it safe and legal. No happy endings required, just a nice relaxing but sensual rub. Anyone know of a place here in Edmonton?

How much should i tip my Massage Therapist? I am seeing a massage therapist in a few days time. It will be my first session with her. She works at her own home, and charges $ 60 for a full body Swedish or Thai massage. How much should I tip her in case she does an excellent job and releases all the tension out of me?

What are the legal qualifications of becoming a professional massage therapist ? I am about to enroll at an massage therapy institution for three months, however I would like to own my own business and if business begin to get a little slow, I was wondering could this same license that I get be acceptable to work at a hospital as a rehab massage therapist.

What is a good marketing strategy for a Massage Therapist? What would prompt you to visit a new Massage Therapist or see one for the first time? A really good deal on the hourly rate? Or some other marketing ploy? What would really grab your attention and get you to make that appointment? No perverted answers please.

does anyone know the average salary of a massage therapist in the new orleans area? what kind of percentage does the massage therapist actually get of the hourly fee? any massage therapist in new orleans please answer!! considering going to school.

Where can i go in new jersey to become a certified massage therapist? I am looking for a certified massage therapist program, anyone have suggestions. Thanks.

What coollege classes are needed to become a massage therapist? what college classes are needed to become a massage therapist. I am a 7th grader writing a paper about what i want to be. Also i need to know what nature of massage therapists are.

what is an average salary for a massage therapist? I'm about to start school for massage I was woundering what a average salary is for a massage therapist? I live in columbus ohio

What would you look for in a massage therapist? I am beginning training to be a certified massage therapist. What would YOU look for in an excellent bodywork practitioner? What things would you like? What things would you dislike? (Serious replies only, please. We're talking a profession and not a back alley massage.) Thanks!

What is the best massage therapist schools in Houston TX? I want to go to school to be a massage therapist. Should I go to the university, or just a school specifically for massage therapy?

After getting your certificate to become a massage therapist what's the next step? So let's say I've completed almost 2 years of studying and am now a certified Massage Therapist, I have my ITEC accredited diploma in holistic massage. What now? What do I do? Do I set up a practice, do I join one, what do I do and how do I do it?