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 Valuing Quality over Convenience: Rachael chose NHI Sacramento for its numerous accolades and high reputation, willingly committing to a long commute to receive a superior and comprehensive massage therapy education. A Catalyst for Confidence and Growth: The nurturing and encouraging environment at NHI helped her gain immense confidence and re-enliven her belief in … Read More

Content Summary Years of Perseverance: Chris Elias’s professional path involved years of difficulty, including initial setbacks in doctoral programs and personal injuries, which ultimately led him to seek a holistic approach to healing and a career focused on solving complex biomechanical puzzles. Advanced Training at NHI: He enrolled in NHI Sacramento’s highly recognized Advanced Neuromuscular … Read More

What began as a visit to an open house event at NHI San Jose for Eva Chalupova developed into a vision of opening a manual therapy practice of her own. As a graduate of the Core Massage Therapy Training Program and Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) Program, Ana now owns and operates a clinic in downtown … Read More

Meet Monique Montero. Monique is currently enrolled in the Core Massage Therapy Training Program at NHI Clovis. Although visually impaired, Monique refuses to be defined by her disability. Discover more about Monique by reading her story below. I am More Than My Disability Hello, my name is Monique. I am a mother, a wife, a … Read More