TLC Continuing Education Calendar
November 8, 2025
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November 7, 2026
Introduction to Reflexology with Brenda Bianchi
Reflexology has many benefits. The primary benefits include deep relaxation, improved cardiovascular and lymphatic circulation, pain relief and an enhanced sense of well-being.
In this Introduction to Reflexology course participants will gain an overview of the ancient and modern history of this pressure point modality. We will explore various theories of reflexology and how it works. The anatomy of the foot, including the bones, boney landmarks and other important anatomical markers will be reviewed. Mapping the locations of specific reflex points and techniques for applying pressure to the points will be taught. Lastly, the participants will be guided through a protocol to address each of the reflexes in a systematic order.
Problem Solving: Rotator Cuff Injuries with Steve Singleton
Tuition - $180.00
This continuing education course is designed for licensed massage therapists who want to deepen their understanding and refine their techniques when working with clients experiencing shoulder pain, dysfunction, or injury—specifically those related to the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff, made up of four key muscles—supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis—plays a critical role in shoulder stabilization and movement. Dysfunction in these muscles is common among athletes, desk workers, and individuals recovering from injuries or surgery.
In this course, participants will explore the anatomy and biomechanics of the shoulder complex with a focus on how rotator cuff issues develop. Through hands-on instruction, therapists will learn targeted soft tissue techniques, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and active/passive movement strategies to safely address common conditions such as tendonitis, impingement, and restricted range of motion.
In addition to technique, the course emphasizes assessment skills—such as range-of-motion testing and palpation—to identify which specific rotator cuff muscles are involved. Therapists will also learn to recognize red flags and understand when to refer clients for medical evaluation.
This class is ideal for those who want to elevate their therapeutic outcomes, reduce client pain, and restore shoulder function more effectively. Whether you’re working in a clinical setting, sports environment, or wellness practice, this course provides practical tools and confidence to address one of the most commonly reported areas of musculoskeletal pain.
Tennis & Golfers Elbow: A Modern Approach with Siobhan Stone
Tuition - $180.00
This intensive course provides a comprehensive, evidence-based review of the full spectrum of orthopedic management for Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) and Medial Epicondylitis (Golfer's Elbow). Moving beyond basic RICE principles, the curriculum emphasizes a structured, modern approach, detailing the progression from conservative, non-operative treatments to advanced, minimally invasive and surgical interventions. Participants will learn to accurately diagnose, stratify patient risk, and create personalized, staged treatment plans based on the latest clinical guidelines and regenerative medicine techniques.
The Missing Link in the Assessment and Treatment of Low Back Injuries with Ben Benjamin
Tuition - $350.00 ($175.00 Deposit)
Therapeutic Techniques to Eliminate the Low Back Pain
Chronic or severe low back pain is one of the most debilitating conditions a person can experience. Roughly two-thirds of the population will suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives.
Most therapists and medical professionals find working with this condition both frustrating and difficult—in part, because they fail to see the missing component to reducing, eliminating, and eradicating low back pain.
This comprehensive workshop unveils the missing piece of the puzzle to low back pain. As a result, participants learn how to precisely assess the most commonly injured structures in the lower back and to use effective therapeutic approaches to eliminate pain. Attendees gain the tools to successfully differentiate muscle, ligament, and disc injuries, and, as a result, fine-tune their palpation skills and hands-on techniques. Drawing from 50 years of experience as a therapist, educator, speaker, and author, Dr. Ben Benjamin enables all participants to discover the missing link that can solve a wide range of complaints linked to chronic and severe low back pain in this lab-intensive course.
Discover the missing link to chronic low back pain with one of the leaders in the rehabilitation field. In this lab-intensive course, participants learn effective techniques to reduce, prevent, and eliminate low back pain This comprehensive workshop will teach you how to effectively assess and treat the most commonly injured structures in the low back. You’ll learn how to differentiate muscle, ligament, and disc injuries, and you’ll fine-tune your palpation skills and hands-on treatment techniques. The workshop provides ample time to develop all the skills you need to address a wide range of complaints.
An integrative approach
There are six major components to the training:
- Anatomy: View and palpate the relevant musculoskeletal structures.
- Assessment: Practice musculoskeletal assessment tests and palpation of injured structures.
- Theory: Learn how to use the history, positive assessment test findings, and results of palpation to determine which structures are injured.
- Integration: After you’ve learned the theoretical background and assessment procedures, we integrate this knowledge through hands-on learning games.
- Technique: Apply effective techniques designed to eliminate adhesive scar tissue and enable proper healing.
- Clinic: During the training participants practice their skills by taking part in an injury assessment clinic, free and open to the public, under Dr. Benjamin's supervision.
Kinetic Thai Massage with Steve Singleton
Tuition $395.00
The purpose of this course is to provide licensed massage therapists and bodyworkers with introductory skills and techniques in the dynamic principles of Thai massage with emphasis on movement and proper body mechanics when working from the floor allowing the therapist to expand their treatment versatility. These techniques will allow therapists to address muscular/postural imbalances, help increase their clients natural healthy rage of motion and increase over all circulation.
Cupping for LMTs with Natalie Meyersick
Cupping for LMTs is a 7-hour continuing education course designed for massage students and LMTs that are new to the practice of cupping therapy. It provides an introduction to the history, core concepts, contraindications, and indications, as well as tools and techniques underlying the application of modern cupping therapy with hands-on training in cupping techniques that can be effectively integrated into nearly any modality of bodywork. Hands-on techniques will be focused primarily on cupping for myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, sports recovery, and orthopedic applications with specific anatomical considerations for the upper and lower body in a variety of positions. The intention of the course is to provide students with a broad overview of cupping therapy with a variety of focused methods and techniques that can serve as a foundation for them to apply cupping therapy effectively and creatively in any massage setting to assist clients seeking relief from chronic pain, tension, injuries and with sports recovery.
For each section of the course, students will receive a technical demonstration of techniques designed to treat specific focus areas and concerns. Demonstrations will also include a review of pertinent anatomical reference points and special considerations. Students will then have the opportunity to conduct trades with their fellow classmates utilizing the provided cups to practice this work with guidance from the instructor. Students will be provided with 2 sets of silicone cups (8pc) and one set of Vacuum Cups (24pc) included in their tuition. This allows them to walk away from the class with not only a new skill set but also the physical tools to practice their new skills in their primary massage setting.
“I am passionate about and committed to lifelong learning which is one of the reasons I’m so excited to share this work with other therapists! The Intro to Cupping course is designed to provide LMTs with the tools and techniques to better serve their clients dealing with chronic pain or recovering from injuries through the safe and effective use of suction cups. This work provides even more tools for a therapist’s tool kit while sparing wear and tear on the hands. Students also have the benefit of receiving both silicone and vacuum-based massage cups so they can walk out of the course and begin to utilize their new skills with clients immediately. These skills can be effectively integrated into so many modalities of massage and bodywork and I can’t wait to explore this work with therapists of all experience levels in a safe and encouraging environment!” – Natalie Meyersick
Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) Certification with Nicola McGill
Instructor Nicola McGill establishes a supportive class environment in which you’ll learn the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system and effective MLD sequences that can reduce swelling and other symptoms associated with: Post-surgical edema; soft-tissue injuries; rheumatoid arthritis; fibromyalgia; whiplash; migraine headaches; PTSD; anxiety disorders; mild, medically-uncomplicated lymphedema; and more!
The MLD Advantage Getting MLD-certified expands your skill set which will help you better serve your current clients. Some therapists find it beneficial to use MLD in every massage session in conjunction with other techniques. Becoming certified will also attract new clients to your practice who require this special form of massage. PTs and OTs often refer their patients with lymphedema to LMT-CLTs for maintenance therapy. MLD has many applications including:
- As an adjunct therapy for clients who have been injured
- For use with oncology patients who prefer a lighter massage
- For treating post-surgical patients with edema (swelling)
- To improve the QOL for hospice patients and those in palliative care
- As an additional option to Swedish or relaxation massage
- And more
Course objectives:
At the conclusion of the course, each participant will be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of the anatomy and the relevant scientific terminology related to the lymphatic system.
- Demonstrate understanding of the differentiation between the normal and diseased states of the lymphatic system (physiology and pathophysiology of the lymphatic system).
- Demonstrate understanding of the indications and contraindications related to the use of MLD.
- Competently perform the techniques of MLD for all body areas. Develop appropriate treatment strategies for indications such as post-surgical and post-traumatic edema, fibromyalgia, general detoxification and other conditions.
- Competently perform MLD on clients after breast surgery for cancer (clients who are at risk to develop lymphedema) and on clients with mild, medically uncomplicated primary or secondary lymphedema.
