By James Cussen, Vice President at The Soma Institute You’ve decided you want to pursue a career in massage therapy, but then worry about how you’re going to pay for your training. Tuition is one of the biggest stressors I see for most students. They’re afraid of the financial aid application process. At Soma, we…
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A Path to Starting Your Own Business
By Joan Hannant, Founder & CEO of The Soma Institute There is an amazing feeling of liberation and control that comes with running your own business and being your own boss. Don’t get me wrong, it’s hard work. But it’s also one of the most common reasons students join our Clinical Massage Therapy Diploma Program:…
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The Value of Clinical Massage Therapists
By Joan Hannant, Founder & CEO of The Soma Institute The Soma Institute is special. I realize, if you’re reading this, you may be rolling your eyes right now and thinking, “Of course, the founder of the school thinks it’s a special and unique place. She’s biased.” Full disclosure: I am biased. However, I’ve also…
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Watching Lives Change
By Joan Hannant, Founder & CEO of The Soma Institute If you’ve read any of my blogs or been around me for any period of time, you’ve probably heard me say it before; I love watching people change their lives for the better. Their stories are powerful and almost always inspiring. It’s why I love…
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Strategies for Good Sleep
By Monique Costello, Soma Health and Wellness Program Instructor Sleep is getting a lot of attention lately. As a Health and Wellness Coach, part of me thinks this is great. Another part of me wonders why it took so long! Sleep has always been a critical part of keeping our bodies healthy, and it’s something…
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