Transforming Massage Education: Uniting Science and the Art of Healing

Course overview

Massage therapy education is at a pivotal moment: how do we preserve the transformative, human-centered essence of bodywork while also building strong scientific foundations? In this session, Cal will challenge the false choice between scientific legitimacy and the profound, intangible aspects of therapeutic interaction, showing how both can thrive together. Drawing inspiration from fields like psychotherapy and social work, Cal will reveal ways massage education can balance rigorous research literacy with respect for the mystery and complexity of healing. Cal will inspire you to envision an educational model that graduates practitioners who are both scientifically grounded and deeply connected to the art of massage therapy.