Massage Therapy
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- Amy Evans, Program Coordinator
- phone 971-722-6672
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Expand your knowledge, strengthen your practice, and continue your professional development with massage therapy education from Portland Community College.
PCC’s massage therapy courses are designed for professionals looking to build their skills, explore specialized areas of practice, and stay current with emerging approaches in the field. Whether you are looking to deepen your knowledge in a specific area or add new techniques and perspectives to your practice, these courses provide opportunities for continued learning and professional growth.
Explore upcoming massage therapy courses and find opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills.
Courses
Nervous System, Lymph Flow & Inflammation Support
Covers how to regulate the nervous system, decrease inflammation, and support lymphatic flow to improve client outcomes. Acting as a bridge, Grounding Gear enhances and facilitates therapeutic interventions for deeper, longer-lasting results over time.
You’ll learn how to:
- Demonstrate correct placement and use of Grounding Gear packs.
- Identify and restate key contraindications for use.
- Explain appropriate frequency of Grounding Gear application.
Upcoming course schedule
Meet the instructors
Stephanie McBride, MS, LMT, CYT
Stephanie was inspired to create Grounding Gear out of a desire to help people manage stress and anxiety through natural, holistic methods, first within her massage sessions and then through her movement practice. With a background in wellness and a deep interest in the connection between mind, body, and environment, she recognized the growing need for tools that help individuals feel more centered and connected in a fast-paced, often overwhelming world.
Grounding Gear grew out of this mission — providing products and practices designed to help “ground” individuals both literally and emotionally by supporting the nervous system, while also physically supporting healthy lymphatic flow and helping reduce stress, blood pressure, and inflammation.
Customized training
Our responsive team employs a collaborative approach to develop training to meet your organization’s goals and respects its unique culture. Learn about our customized training solutions.