From Class to Career is a 2-hour, in-person mentorship and professional development experience for massage therapists at every stage of their career—from students preparing to graduate to experienced LMTs seeking clarity, perspective, and renewed direction.
This interactive session is not a technique-based class or formal lecture. Instead, it offers a structured, experience-driven conversation grounded in real-world massage practice, drawing from over 25 years of clinical work, resort spa experience, business ownership, and massage education.
Participants are invited into an open, supportive dialogue exploring the realities of massage therapy as both a profession and a business.
Topics We’ll Explore:
Transitioning from massage school into real-world practice
Early-career challenges and how they evolve over time
The business of massage: what we thought it would be, what it actually is, and what we want it to become
Career sustainability, physical longevity, and burnout prevention
Professional boundaries, communication, and workplace dynamics
Evolving career paths and redefining success
Open mentorship Q&A — no topic is off limits
This session is intentionally responsive to the room. Attendees are encouraged to bring real questions, current challenges, and lived experience. Experienced massage therapists are welcome to use this time as an opportunity for a fresh perspective and a second set of expert eyes on their practice, career direction, or business decisions.
Who Should Attend:
Massage therapy students
Alumni and career massage therapists
Experienced LMTs seeking mentorship or professional recalibration
Faculty and massage educators
Local massage professionals interested in career longevity and growth
Held prior to continuing education courses, this session also provides an opportunity to connect with Lisa, her teaching style and approach to professional development.
Registration & Community Impact:
Cost: $49 per attendee
Community Giving: 20% of proceeds will be donated to a local community charity selected by ASHA Massage School
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