Lower Michigan Massage therapists

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Comment by Ken Elwood on November 30, 2009 at 2:32pm

Hello everyone. I stay quite busy I work full time as a RN and have a home office in which I provide therapeutic massage. I am always interested in exchanging massages with other therapists. I get one massage a month, but could use more.

Comment by Exie Buehler on September 21, 2009 at 8:05pm

In answer to Colin's question: I have been very fortunate, although I no longer maintain a waiting list for most of my appointments. Prior to the economy tanking, I would frequently book out fully 1-2 months in advance. Now I sometimes find I have several openings still available each week.
I have great faith, though, that as healthcare costs rise, people in the area will recognize that massage therapy is a fundamental part of preventative care.

Comment by Exie Buehler on September 21, 2009 at 8:00pm

Hi, I got my NCTMB as soon as I could after graduation in Sept '04 because at the time it was the only certification available at the time and was considered the "gold standard" by those states that did regulate. For a long time, I was dual-licensed in both Livonia and Farmington, but that got to be rather expensive and tedious to maintain. I currently hold a massage facility license in Farmington where I have a private office for my massage therapy and doula business. I think it will help when Michigan's state regulation takes effect, since we will be able to practice in all cities freely, however, unless I am mistaken, we may still have to pay those pesky facility fees.

At any rate, I love what I do and will continue to work as long as I can. I am so grateful to have this forum to connect with other therapists in the area.

Comment by Marilyn St.John on September 17, 2009 at 12:14pm

Joan ~ I look forward to it. Until Spring it won't be often, but after January (weather permitting) I plan to make the trip fairly often. I'll plan to get in touch with you in advance. Thanks! ~m

Comment by Joan Osterhouse on September 17, 2009 at 10:26am

Marilyn, I would love to trade with you also. Let me know when you will be coming through and we can arrange a trade at my studio. If you want to talk on the phone ( it is faster since I don't get on the computer every day) call 269-779-2084

Comment by Colin McConnell on September 16, 2009 at 11:23pm

ahh the ol grandfather in.... i hope it is a for sure thing

Comment by Bill Cahalan on September 16, 2009 at 5:06pm

I am practicing you guys. Darcy we can practice as a CMT and will probably be grandfathered in when Michigan gets around to licensing.
Ya, Marilyn I will most likely take the NCTMB too. It looks good and can help if I travel. I massage at Irish dance competitions and many are out of state. At this point I have only done work at Michigan competitions,though.

Comment by Marilyn St.John on September 16, 2009 at 2:13pm

...So Bill, are you practicing there in RO right now?

Comment by Marilyn St.John on September 16, 2009 at 9:39am

I'm in the boat with Bill, I guess. MI has NO regulations (except for the local ones) that have been implemented for massage therapists, it will be wonderful when they finally get their legislative act together. I have met quite a few people doing this work don't see it as a career, simply as an idea to make a quick buck on the side. Most of the people in my graduating class didn't even bother to finish the required hours & actually get the certificate. I'm taking the National anyhow because I would like to be able to practice in Illinois & South Carolina & they do require it. Some sort of reciprocity would be nice, maybe that will happen someday down the road for us.

Comment by Darcy Neibaur on September 15, 2009 at 8:21pm

So Bill where does that leave you at this point? Are you able to practice as a MT?

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