This in-person CEU workshop teaches massage therapists how to integrate somatic awareness and nervous system regulation into their practice. You’ll learn trauma-informed, body-centered techniques that create safety, deepen client trust, and support long-term results.

NCBTMB Approved Provider #1001416 — 12 CE Hours
2-Day, 12-Hour Hands-On Workshop
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
June 5-6, 2026

As a massage therapist, every session you give helps shape your client’s path to healing.
This training invites you to bring greater awareness, depth, and precision to your practice. Through somatic education and hands-on integration, you’ll refine how you listen, how you respond, and how you hold space, so each session becomes more effective, intuitive, and restorative for your clients.
Designed for licensed massage therapists, this workshop supports those who want to deepen their understanding of the mind-body connection and advance their skills in trauma-informed, client-centered care.

✔ Deepen your understanding of somatic principles and client-centered healing.
✔ Refine your ability to read body signals and adjust your approach intuitively.
✔ Integrate mindfulness and somatic awareness into your massage practice.
✔ Join a supportive community of LMTs focused on growth and transformation.

✔ Understand the role of the nervous system in bodywork
✔ Apply somatic awareness principles during sessions
✔ Assess client stress and tension patterns through observation and touch
✔ Facilitate client awareness of bodily sensations
✔ Support regulation through breathwork and intentional touch
✔ Recognize the impact of trauma on the nervous system and respond safely
✔ Practice your own self-regulation techniques as a provider
✔ Create personalized treatment plans for somatic support
✔ Integrate these techniques ethically and effectively into your practice
✔ Contraindications and ethical considerations for somatic regulation therapy
✔ The importance of practitioner self-regulation and co-regulation with clients
✔ Tools for building a trauma-informed, client-centered practice
Join us for Somatic Massage training designed for Licensed Massage Therapists (LMTs) who want to expand their practice with intuitive, body-aware techniques.





Monique has dedicated her career to helping others heal naturally and sustainably. She blends bodywork with the power of the mind-body connection, guiding clients to release stored pain, process emotions, and restore balance. As a mentor and retreat leader, she creates spaces for transformation through continuing education, intimate retreats, and one-on-one coaching. Her approach focuses on the root cause of imbalance, helping practitioners embody ease, resilience, and authentic well-being.

Jacqueline has over three decades of experience helping people alleviate pain and restore balance. Her work weaves together somatic practice and the mind-body connection to support deep healing and self-awareness. She approaches each client holistically, recognizing that body, mind, and spirit are deeply interconnected. Through this integrative approach, she helps clients release stored tension, restore balance, and experience lasting transformation. Her work empowers others to live in their authority, embody their true essence, live with greater love and joy, and express their full magnificence.
This 12-hour, hands-on course blends somatic awareness with practical application, helping you refine your touch, attune to client needs, and enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Location: 648 Black Diamond Mine Rd, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Dates: June 5-6, 2026 (or June 4-6 for the full retreat)
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM daily
Lunch is included each day
Course Description (NCBTMB-Approved)
This 12-hour, hands-on CE workshop equips massage therapists with foundational skills to integrate somatic awareness and nervous system regulation into their practice. Through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and guided practice, participants will explore how trauma-informed, body-centered techniques can enhance therapeutic outcomes and client trust.
You’ll Learn How To:
Understand the role of the nervous system in bodywork
Apply somatic awareness principles in massage sessions
Assess client stress and tension patterns through observation and touch
Facilitate client awareness of bodily sensations
Support regulation through breathwork and gentle, intentional touch
Recognize the impact of trauma on the nervous system and respond safely
Practice your own self-regulation techniques as a provider
Create personalized treatment plans for somatic support
Integrate these techniques ethically and effectively into massage therapy
Additional Topics Covered:
Contraindications and ethical considerations for somatic regulation therapy
The importance of practitioner self-regulation and co-regulation with clients
Tools for building a trauma-informed massage practice
This workshop is open to licensed massage therapists seeking to deepen their understanding of the mindbody connection and expand their skills in trauma-informed, client-centered care.
FAQs
Can I get extra mentorship during the training?
Absolutely! Join the Glenwood Springs Immersion Weekend for exclusive one-on-one mentorship and deeper connections.
How do I prepare for my Somatic Massage CEU Class?
Come ready to learn and grow! Bring your massage table (if required for the location), wear comfortable stretchy clothing, a notebook, and an open mind. We’ll provide all the additional tools and materials.
Is this training hands-on?
Yes! You’ll get plenty of hands-on practice to refine your techniques and feel confident using them in your sessions. You will give and receive at this CEU.
Are these CEUs approved for my license renewal?
Yes! Our training is designed to meet the international requirements.
What will I learn in this course?
You’ll learn hands-on somatic massage techniques that enhance body awareness, attune to subtle cues, and deepen the mind-body connection for both therapist and client.
What’s included with the registration?
Hands-on training, CEU credits, and materials to apply your new skills right away.

Thank you
You put a magnifying glass on what I learned in Upledger
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The best part was
Learning how to connect to the body through nurturing modalities
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Highly recommend
Such a great class! I can't wait to share it with my clients
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