Heart of Texas Region
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Upcoming Heart of Texas Events
Oh-oh! It’s time to talk about taxes and deductions!
We invite you to join the Heart of Texas region of the Texas chapter of AMTA for our free monthly community building meeting as we learn about taxes and deductions from Heather Webster. This is a great time of year to make sure we are ready for tax time at the end of the year. Let’s make sure we are able to get the most deductions possible this year.
And, we will share an update from the AMTA National convention in Tampa.
Date and time: Monday, September 30, 2024 from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Location: Lunaria Bodywork 10252 W. Adams Ave Ste 104A Temple, TX 76502
This event is free to attend and food will be provided. Bring a drink!
We look forward to connecting with familiar and new faces. Feel free to invite other therapists and/or share this email. You don’t have to be an AMTA member to attend. Students are always welcome.
If you have any questions, please contact the coordinators at heartoftexasregion.amtatx@gmail.com or the Education chair at education chair.amtatexas@gmail.com
Information can also be found on the calendar on the Texas AMTA website and on our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2955962764709238. If you haven’t joined our Facebook group, come on over and see what’s happening in our region.
Gua Sha for Scar with Amy Scottino
6 CE Hours
DAY/TIME
Friday, October 18, 2024
9am – 4pm
LOCATION: A New Beginning School of Massage Killeen
2201 S. WS Young Dr, Killeen, TX 76543
CLASS DESCRIPTION
Scar formation is “ when the dermis (deep, thick layer of skin) is damaged. The body forms new collagen fibers (a naturally occurring protein in the body) to mend the damage, resulting in a scar. The new scar tissue will have a different texture and quality than the surrounding tissue.” ( taken from Webmd.com) There are many effective approaches to helping scar formation or scars that have already formed. This approach utilizes the Traditional Chinese Medicine technique of Gua Sha (scraping/coining) or Graston (western approach) to “break up scar tissue”. We will navigate the process of scar formation, and the different types of scaring. You will receive the knowledge of how to help these types of scars using a Gua Sha tool that will be provided to you, which is included in the tuition, with adequate peer to peer practice.
Supplies to Bring: Sheets, lubricant, Blanket (optional), paper and pen for notes
COST: $40 members, $70 nonmembers + $10 supply fee
REGISTER HERE: https://cvent.me/k9lX5Q
Registration closes: 12 Oct 9 PM
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Amy graduated from Sterling Health Center in 2001 and has been practicing massage in many different capacities ever since. Since starting her own practice in 2016, this is where she has been able to fully express her passion for Manual Lymphatic Drainage/ Oncology Massage, caring for women’s health, and pass her education on to help the health of the clients.
Over the years, Amy has been trained in Prenatal/Postpartum/Labor Preparation Massage, Postpartum pelvic health, Infant/Toddler/ Adolescent Massage, Myofascial Release, Geriatric Massage, Aromatherapy, Shiatsu, Oncology Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Final Touch Massage (Hospice ) , and received her Massage Therapy Instructor License and Continuing Education Provider License. And most recently starting the journey of becoming certified in Zero Balancing. Out of everything she does, her true joy is helping others with all the knowledge she has obtained.
Amy Scottino is a member of the Society for Oncology Massage, Oncology Massage Alliance, A Recognized American Pregnancy Association Massage Therapist, American Massage Therapy Association. Amy also holds a license for Massage Therapy Instructor, Continuing Education Provider, and is a recognized education provider of NCBTMB. Her co-owned education company is Emerald Bodywork Education.
Heart of Texas Coordinators
EMAIL: heartoftexasregion.amtatx@gmail.com
Kacie Owens
I have been an LMT since 2007 and a Massage Therapy Instructor since 2018! I have lived and worked in Central Texas for my entire career! I have a passion for the Massage industry and love learning new modalities.
Nikki Bailey
Hello my name is Nikki Bailey. I decided to become an LMT because I believe people need more relaxation. I am more than proud to be able to quiet people’s minds. I am also a certified pastry chef. I still practice the culinary arts till this day.
Susanne Luckey-Rimberg
Susanne Luckey-Rimberg is a Licensed Massage Therapist of 20+ years, Massage Therapy Instructor and a Doula. She has had a career in massage since 2001, with clients all over the world. Susanne has a passion for therapeutic massage and helping people live more functional and pain free lives. She currently teaches at an accredited massage school in Killeen, TX. Susanne brought her practice to Belton, Texas in 2013 from Raleigh,NC and has found this to be where she wants to plant her roots. In April of 2022, Susanne made the decision to expand from a single massage therapist to opening a place where her graduates could find a safe place to start their careers. In 2022, while attending the Ohio National AMTA Conference, the bug (or lobster bisque) bit her to become a volunteer for the AMTA. She serves as a Regional Coordinator for the AMTA TX Heart of Texas Region and was recently the Election Chair. She is looking forward to growing the AMTA TX Chapter in her new role as School Liaison Chair.
Bailey Martin
Bailey Martin is a dedicated advocate for holistic wellness and personal development within the massage therapy industry. With a bachelor’s degree in human management, Bailey brings a blend of business acumen and compassionate care to her role as a massage therapist and individual within the community.
Driven by her passion for improving the well-being of others, Bailey embarked on a journey in massage therapy, and is currently working towards her certification as a licensed massage therapist. Her diverse background equips her with an understanding of the physical aspects of wellness, as well as the business needs within this industry.
With a firm belief in the power of collaboration and education, Bailey is determined to cultivate a culture of growth and excellence where massage therapists can thrive personally and professionally within the Texas AMTA regional chapter. By leveraging her background in finance and management she intends to implement strategic initiatives that foster a healthy community of practitioners within the Texas AMTA regional chapter, empowering them to excel in their careers and make a positive impact on the lives of others.