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 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

Content Summary Triple Crown Achievement: Rebecca Arce is one of the first graduates to complete NHI’s “Triple Crown,” having successfully finished the Core Massage Therapy Program, the Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) Program, and the Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree Program. Specialized Medical Practice: She co-founded the business DuoDragons, which specializes in treating pre/post spinal … Read More

Blossom Neidenbach is a recent graduate of our Core Massage Therapy Training Program at NHI Santa Rosa. Unsatisfied with her job in the midst of the pandemic, Blossom answered her calling to pursue a career in massage therapy. Discover how Blossom found work she loves as a massage therapist for a luxury hotel spa. I … Read More

Thais Diehl is an NHI graduate of our Core Massage Therapy Program at our massage school in Emeryville. While a majority of NHI students enroll without any previous education or experience in massage therapy, Thais came with both, along with a desire to return to a career where her, “spirit would be happy and at … Read More

National Holistic Institute celebrates the American Massage Therapy Association’s (AMTA) 25th annual National Massage Therapy Awareness Week® from October 24-30, 2021. Steve Albertson, AMTA National President, shares some ways you can participate this year. AMTA’s 25th Annual National Massage Therapy Awareness Week I am excited that AMTA is celebrating its 25th annual National Massage Therapy Awareness … Read More