As a new therapist, in order to not cause future damage to your body, it's imperative for you to, as you help your clients feel better, make a real effort to stay grounded in your legs. Those are where you will get your powerhouse pressure, and I highly recommend buying a DVD that helped me- John Barnes series on (beginning) Myo-fascial Release Therapy. Practice on a friend so u can get a good basic dance (flow) to your regular Swedish massage. Experiment with increasing sensitivity by using your elbows, and when u start to be able to feel adhesions, that's where MFR comes in. I'm certified in levels1-3 of MFR, and studied NMT for 6 months from one of the only certified schools on the east coast and am certified they the prestigious school in Florida. Please email me for further info @: healinghearts511@comcast.net. We can also skype or FaceTime and set a time for me to observe and take some notes. I'm a 13 year vet in the field, and through your question, I feel a kinship with you as I went through the same thing as a new therapist. I apprenticed with several mentors including an Ayurvedic Dr., a traditional Thai Massage practioner who studied at Wat Po Monestary in Thailand. I spent a year mentoring under her, Patricia Kilpatric, and her former business partner, Ko Tan. I'd be honored to help, no charge.
Sincerely,
Dana Flax, LMT
