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Philadelphia School of Massage and Bodywork
Philadelphia School of Massage and Bodywork

These Personality Types Thrive as Massage Therapists

Massage therapy can be an extremely rewarding career. It involves a ton of one-on-one client interaction, problem solving, empathy, and creativity. But it’s not the path for everyone. If you’re wondering whether you’ll thrive as a massage therapist, it might be down to your work style and personality type. These are the kinds of personalities that thrive in as massage therapists.   1. The Service-Oriented Professional Massage therapy attracts a lot of professionals who need a career change but don’t want to give up on having meaningful jobs. Service-oriented professionals—like nurses, counselors, and veterans—who enjoy giving their all to [...]

By |2025-07-02T19:32:27-04:00November 10th, 2021|Categories: Career & Education|Tags: , , , , |
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First Massage? Here’s What to Expect During Your Appointment

Getting a massage for the first time can make some clients feel nervous, but there’s no reason to be. If you book a massage appointment with a licensed massage therapist (LMT), you’re in good hands. Here are the answers to the most common questions massage therapists get from first-time massage clients. How should I prepare for my first massage? The best thing you can do to prepare for your first massage is to show up roughly ten to fifteen minutes before your appointment begins. This will give you plenty of time to fill out any intake paperwork. While [...]

By |2025-07-02T19:31:29-04:00October 7th, 2021|Categories: Self Care|Tags: , , , , , , |
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Philadelphia School of Massage & Bodywork Documentary

Massage class from start to finish! This short documentary follows seven students of varied demographics and backgrounds as they go through the rigors of learning and training to become licensed massage therapists.

By |2025-05-15T12:27:28-04:00April 28th, 2018|Categories: Career & Education, Industry News|Tags: , , , , , |
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The Professional School of Massage & Bodywork (PSMB) operates a student massage clinic under licensed instructor supervision. In line with Pennsylvania law, massage therapists must be trained in contraindications and hold a state license; while students are in training, our clinic follows strict safety guidelines. Certain services may not be suitable during pregnancy or for clients with specific medical conditions—doctor’s notes may be requested—and we recommend waiting at least six weeks postpartum before booking. Clients must be 14 or older for full-body massage. Anyone under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s written consent; for ages 14–15 a parent must remain in the treatment room, and for ages 16–17 they must remain on-site.