This 12-hour, hands-on 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 lasting results. Perfect for LMTs who want to expand their skills and bring the mindbody connection into every session.
Why This CE WORKSHOP?
✔ 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.
SEPTEMBER 26-27, 2025
Somatic Massage CE Training
2-Day Hands-On Training | Earn 12 CES with Monique Derouen
👉 2-Day Somatic Massage CE Course ($497)
Deepen your massage skills with an integrative, body-centered approach.
🌿 Join us for Somatic Massage training designed for Licensed Massage Therapists (LMTs) who want to expand their practice with intuitive, body-aware techniques.
This comprehensive 12-hour course
blends hands-on learning with somatic awareness, helping you refine your touch, attune to client needs, and enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Therapeutic Connection School of Massage
505 East 24th Ave.
Spokane, WA 99203
10AM - 4PM
Meet Monique Derouen, Massage Mentor & Somatic Trauma Specialist
I trained as a Licensed Massage Therapist under Susan Salvo, whose teachings ignited my fascination with the brain, nervous system, and how the body literally “holds the score.” From there, I expanded into trauma-informed somatic bodywork, emotional and nervous system regulation, and integrative mind–bodywork —investing hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars into studying the nervous system’s intelligence in motion.
This ISN'T talk therapy. It’s trauma-informed touch, intuitive body intelligence, and nervous-system-centered healing—all firmly within the scope of my LMT practice. I continue to deepen my craft by working personally with somatic leaders like Bessel van der Kolk, Peter Levine, and Kim Guillory.
In this hands-on 2-day Somatic Massage CE training (12 CEs), I’ll guide you through body-centered healing principles, somatic awareness, and intuitive touch techniques so you can elevate your massage practice and create truly transformative therapeutic connections.
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 additional mentorship during & after the training?
Absolutely! Monique has several options available for ongoing mentorship.
How do I prepare for my Somatic Massage CE 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 CE.
Are these CEs approved for my license renewal?
Yes! Our training is designed to meet the NCBTMB 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, CE credits, and materials to apply your new skills right away.
What others are saying
thank you
You put a magnifying glass on what I learned in Upledger
Julie
the best part was
Learning how to connect to the body through nurturing modlaties
Brittany
highly recommend
Such a great class! I can't wait to share it with my client's
Emily
