Content Summary A Fated Discovery: At age 19, while navigating the grief of losing her father, Kenna accidentally discovered the National Holistic Institute while looking for a mortuary. That split-second decision to call the school instead led to a lifelong career and a profound sense of purpose. The NHI “Home” Experience: Kenna describes her time … Read More
Content Summary A Shift in Focus: Haighley initially pursued the Core Program as a supplemental skill while planning to obtain her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. However, during the program, she “fell in love with bodywork,” deciding to commit fully to massage therapy as a career due to the deep connection and privilege she felt in … Read More
Content Summary Rapid Career Launch & Resilience: After graduating from NHI in 2016 and passing the MBLEx, Tawnya secured immediate employment. Her training prepared her to confidently navigate an unexpected move from California to Tennessee, with the continuous support of NHI staff during her transfer. Entrepreneurial Success: In Tennessee, Tawnya launched her own successful mobile … Read More
Content Summary From Childhood Passion to Career: Rikki turned a lifelong dream of becoming a massage therapist, which started with giving her grandparents foot massages, into a professional reality. Turning Challenges into Fuel: Rikki enrolled at NHI Sacramento at age 30, channeling personal obstacles, including grief and a journey into sobriety, into motivation to succeed. Community and … Read More
Content Summary A Second Chance at 50: Prompted by the question, “What would you do if failure was not an obstacle?”, James Farnsworth found his true calling in massage therapy later in life, enrolling at NHI Sacramento. Healing Through Advanced Training: James pursued the Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) Program and the Associates of Applied Science … Read More
Content Summary A Dream Realized at 46: After telling herself for years she wasn’t “smart enough” for college and pursuing five different careers, Renetta Lee took a chance on herself at age 46 to pursue a lifelong dream of becoming a Massage Therapist at NHI Modesto. Driven by Purpose and Support: Her decision was solidified … Read More
Content Summary Financial Aid Unlocked a Dream: Growing up without support for higher education, Robyn found a life-changing opportunity at NHI Santa Rosa when she discovered they accepted scholarships and financial aid, allowing her to enroll in the Core Massage Therapy program. Specializing in Chronic Pain: Robyn thrived in NHI’s supportive environment, developing a thriving … Read More
Content Summary A Deeper Exploration of Healing: NHI San Jose graduate Rowena Mondala views massage therapy as a profound journey, emphasizing the importance of holding a sacred space for clients and connecting on a deeply human level beyond just muscles and bones. Embracing Four Key Lessons: Rowena shares the wisdom she gained in the program … Read More
Content Summary Finding Hope After Hardship: Ashlee Adams, a survivor of immense personal trauma, found her calling at NHI Studio City after a persistent online ad gave her the hope and courage to enroll in college despite low self-worth. Empowered by Community & Advanced Skills: Supported by the faith of her mentors, Ashlee graduated from … Read More
Content Summary From Combat Medic to Holistic Healer: Army Combat Veteran Brian Munsterman, who had sworn off working on patients, found a life-changing new purpose in healing and community at NHI Ontario, transforming him into a life-long learner. A New Reason to Thrive: The NHI environment helped Brian set boundaries, work through personal problems, and … Read More