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“Hands on Healing Institute does a respectable job at
blending the wisdom of the East and West in instructing students in massage
therapy and overall health. I really appreciated the intimacy of the program
and how personable the program was. The instructors exemplified a true heart
for teaching and caring for their students.” Anonymous “What an amazing experience. Hands on Healing is a
wonderful environment for learning the art of massage. The teachers and
students made these last 10 weeks incredible. Thank you so much.” Anonymous “The school was awesome and felt connected the first
step I came into the office to talk about the program and ever since then I
knew I was going to do great. Everyone in class, as well as the teachers,
were very helpful and motivated to learn and teach and the instructors were
very knowledgeable and loved to teach. I enjoyed being here at the school and
would love to take future classes.” Anonymous “I feel confident and ready
to start my business and know if I ever have any questions that I can call
any instructors to get answers.” Gary Casias “This school was everything I expected it to be and way
more! The teachers are very compassionate and passionate about the school and
bodywork. They truly want you to succeed and knew what they taught. While
maintaining a great sense of professionalism, I still felt like they were all
my friends to where I could give them a big hug. I learned so much and I
don’t want to stop! I think I want to take every class they have to offer!!” Kelly Estabrook “I came in thinking I was
only going to learn how to be a massage therapist. I never dreamed that I
would learn so much about myself. To me, HHI is more than just a ‘massage
school,’ it’s a place to learn about the person that was buried deep inside
of me, and the person I can become! This school helped me get connected to me,
which I have not experienced for a long time.” Rosalynn Romero “Taking the CMT 150 course was a gift and I enjoyed
every day there. It was a privilege to have been around such good people.” John Whitton “I learned so much in just 10 weeks I am amazed at
myself and my personal growth. This school rocks. All the teachers are
masterful at their job as well as loving, fun and caring for each student. The
atmosphere to learn and grow is so high.” Lisa DeJong, Altadena “What a great soul-haven in a sometimes harsh and
chaotic world. A very safe place to learn and explore yourself and share that
experience of self with others who are on the journey as well. Wonderful to
be with like-minded people.” Lisa McCallister, Glendale “This school, the students and the staff were a perfect
fit for me. I love my school and everyone in it. What a beautiful balance of
professionalism, humor, compassion, ethics and diplomacy. The energy was
loving, safe, comfortable and perfect for practicing personal vulnerability
to expand, explore, learn and grow.” Anonymous “This is a truly transformational program in many
ways. It is more than a certification
program; it is an opportunity for growth and self-awareness. You are learning to help others help
themselves through hands-on –healing, and along the way, you learn to help
yourself, which makes you a better therapist! In ten weeks, I felt like I had lived a year! I feel a sense of accomplishment and
gratitude for having this experience.
I visited orientations at seven schools before deciding on this one,
and I am very happy with the journey that Hands on Healing has taken me on. No regrets!” Lisa Rouppas, Studio City CMT Aromatherapy:
“Aromatherapy is a really fascinating subject to learn about. Before the class, I thought of
Aromatherapy in a whole different way – more like just using nice smelling
oils during a massage. I really
didn’t grasp the therapeutic value or use of essential oils. This is definitely something I want to
learn more about!” Teresa Cowles, Los Angeles “This was one of the most fun and freeing classes of the
whole program. I enjoyed it a lot.” Teresa Cowles, Los Angeles “I am extremely happy to have had such an inspiring ten
weeks to learn about myself and others through touch. I felt safe, respected and appreciated by
the staff, instructors and fellow students throughout the process. This wasn’t just a course in massage
therapy, it was an eye opening experience into what causes pain, how to take
care of oneself spiritually and physically, and how to have compassion for
those who are different from ourselves.
I am very grateful.” Annette Boyadjian, Pasadena “I enjoyed the last 10 weeks a lot. When I was thinking about signing up for
the course, Cami told me that it would be an incredible personal growth
experience; she was right! What a
great experience.” Vina Cole, South Pasadena “Wow! Where do I
start? I have finally learned this
skill that I have been waiting years to learn. I can’t wait to see where this will take me. As soon as I opened the doors to the
office, I knew this was my school. I
didn’t even need to meet with anyone.
The energy that HHI radiates is amazing. Everyone in this school is an extension of my family now. Thank you. Namaste.” Nico Greenwood, Los Angeles “I liked everything about this class. It gave me a lot of useful things that I
didn’t learn from Glendale Career College.
I’m so glad that I decided to take this class. There is so much love and care from the
instructors and everyone else at Hands on Healing. This is the best school in LA!
Thank you.” Alene Wafers, Tarzana “Simply the best!
I have found my passion and hopefully my gift! This is the beginning of a new adventure
& purpose for myself. I truly
love this field and the Swedish massage is the basis for all great things to come.”
Vicki Saikali, Glendora “I loved all of it.
It really changed me. It’s a very
caring school and class. I’m so glad
that I made the decision to come to this school.” Rosie Alegria, Pasadena
“I am overwhelmed with the love and compassion of the
instructors and students. This course
has changed my life. I have been
healed in so many ways. Words cannot
express the thanks I feel inside.” Linda Ramirez, Upland “I really had an enlightening experience through the
class that has fostered a heightened sense of self awareness. I learned so much about the positive
properties of touch & human connectedness. I felt greatly enriched by the class & its
instructors. Thank you!” Alexis Lewis, Rosemead “The CMT course was excellent! I liked that the program was short- only 10 weeks! I was very impressed with how much
emphasis there was on body mechanics.
I’ve opened up my chest more and improved my posture. This is such a unique school! I searched out many different schools and
actually attended another school before coming here. I learned more in one week at Hands on
Healing than I did in 4 months at the other school! I highly recommend Hands on Healing. We had exceptional teachers!
I loved going to school.” Lori Gribben, Newhall “I learned more than I expected. I wish I could’ve done this course 2 years
earlier. Cami, where did you find
such a fine collection of teachers? I
hated to see the CMT course come to an end.” Richard Sample, Sylmar “The school is comprised of compassionate, highly
talented & experienced teachers and staff. HHI is a family!” CMT Aromatherapy:
“I liked this class & was shocked by how powerful aromatherapy
is. Moreover, I think Andrea is
fantastic.” Virgil Lee, Upland CMT Breath & Movement: “I understand now how to
breathe correctly to benefit my mind, body and spirit. Learning this technique has helped me a
great deal with life situations.” Linda Ramirez, Upland CMT Breath & Movement: “I enjoyed the exercises in movement and breath awareness. They helped me to tap into a more focused
and conscious side of myself. It
helped in centering myself in preparation for the massage.” Alexis Lewis, Rosemead “This has been a profound experience for me on so many
levels: a rich body of knowledge combining practical information with
philosophy, relationships with wonderful new people, and much love and fun.” Laila Cusick, Pasadena “The feeling I got when I walked in the first day was of
excitement and compassion. I knew this is where I wanted to study. I was
truly blessed to be a part of this school and walk out of here with an open
heart and the knowledge to find success in this world.” Shannon Passaglia, Burbank “I found myself immersed in and completely embraced by
the school. I was taught extremely
well to touch with care, responsibility and skill. The teachers are highly effective at creating an enjoyable and
inspiring environment as well as providing a comprehensive and well designed
program.” Rebecca Clark, Tujunga “After 20 years of being away from school, I couldn’t
believe it could be this fun! Now I
can walk with my head high knowing I have accomplished something that no one
can take away from me. I am now a
“certified massage therapist”. Thanks
to Hands on Healing for all their help and support.” Cris Nery, Alhambra “This school teaches more than massage techniques. I
leave here with a new perspective on life and people and a greater respect
for the soul.” Tamara Masuda, Castaic “My learning experience at Hands on Healing Institute,
taught me the language of touch, and has allowed me, through the teachers’
example, to reach into my heart and find compassion, to be sensitive to
another person’s pain (physical/emotional/spiritual) and ways to help relieve
it. I have learned to communicate
nonverbally with greater sensitivity, to develop more inner awareness, and
increase my intuitive capacities through touch. I am grateful.” Pat Chelsea, Arcadia “I have been searching for a new journey to take in my
life. HHI has helped direct me on my new path. It has opened several doors
that I never knew existed. I’m really enjoying this new path.” Teryl MacDougall, La Canada “Far beyond my wildest expectations, this class was an
amazing exercise in personal growth, expanded awareness, and self-healing,
not to mention one of the most empowering and humbling experiences I’ve ever
had. I’m so grateful to all my teachers!” Jennifer Holden, Glendale “Through the HHI CMT150 course I learned as much about
myself as I did about the world of massage.” Sam Sainz, San Dimas “I just wanted to let you know that I have been employed
at "The Corporate Touch" located in Hollywood. The Therapist that hired me is contracted
by one of the major companies that are based in this building. The Company
has 190 employees and they prepay 30 minutes a month of massage for all
employees. (Usually done in 2 separate 15 minute sessions.) I am thankful for the training that I received at HHI.
From what I've been told, a couple of other therapists interviewed for the
position and were denied employment.
When I interviewed I was hired right away. My employer (a body worker
for 25 years) was impressed when I explained what I learned at HHI and was
more impressed by the work I did on her.
I just wanted to let you know of this blessing I have received and
also to let you know that I am grateful for what I was able to learn through
HHI. I'm doing 8 massages a day (15-30 minutes in length)
that deal mostly with the problem areas of people that are sitting at a
computer for 8 hours + a day. I work
2-3 days a week for now and am confident that soon I will be working 32 - 40
hours a week. All of my clients have
given me wonderful feedback and have requested that I be their sole therapist
from now on and some have requested full sessions away from the work place,
which thankfully is allowed. My pay
rate is $30.00/hr plus tips and I also make $1.00/ dollar for every minute
over the first 15 that the company prepays for their employees. I am giving you this information in the case that you
want to use it in a testimonial.” Sincerely, Kenneth O. Garcia II, Temple City “I got pretty lucky with this school! It was the first and only school I had
researched and I don’t regret it one bit!
This is probably one of the most beneficial and influential decisions
I have ever made in my life.” Michelle Ann Nelson, So. Pasadena “HHI is definitely a hidden treasure. It provided me a safe & welcoming
place to learn & explore, even more so about myself. Thanks to the amazing staff at HHI! Alexandra DelGaudio, Sylmar “Wonderful! A 10
week journey into the world of massage therapy: an ancient wellness modality
that encourages health promotion via the Mind, Body and Spiritual Approach to
Care.” Suzanne Cabriales, La Crescenta “HHI walks it’s talk…the mind/body/spirit focus is
evident in all aspects of the educational process, which is really unique and
a huge blessing to all us students! Sylvie Scoville, Altadena “Overall, I have been completely satisfied with my
experience here at HHI. I’m glad HHI
is my school of choice for massage therapy because the past 10 weeks in CMT
have been life changing!!” Amber Nicole Posadas, Pasadena “This class really helped me to find myself; to figure
out where I wanted to be in my life at this point. I discovered a part of me that I never knew existed. It was amazing to say the least.” Caitlyn Curtin, Burbank CMT Energy Awareness Intro: “This class was
powerful. It gave me a new sense of
awareness.” CMT Music & Massage: “Music is a completely mood altering
thing for me. What could be better
than putting music and massage together.
I felt that I could creatively express myself in this class. I was
able to really let my body go which I more consciously tried to apply to my
body mechanics” Alexis Lewis, Rosemead “Enrolling in this school has made me realize that I
believe that I can succeed. Thank
you, everyone at Hands on Healing” Mary Burstyn, Arcadia “Hands on Healing is an amazing school. I’m so glad that I got to experience all
that this school has to offer. What
makes this school so amazing is the teachers, hands down. This was truly a life changing experience
for the best. I recommend this school
to anyone who is eager to learn.” Julianne Black, Glendale “This school and everyone I’ve met there has been so
amazing. Everyone on the staff is so
caring and wants to help. Thank you
for providing a safe space for me to go to school and learn in the most thoughtful
way. I look forward to taking more
classes.” CMT Instructor Testimonials
Andrea Schally is one of our main Swedish Massage Instructors
and Aromatherapy
“Andrea has a strong conviction when she delivers her
lectures. It comes from the
heart. She really cares about her
students’” Linda Ramirez, Upland “Andrea is very passionate about aromatherapy and her
enthusiasm is contagious” “It’s such a joy to be in her class. She delivers information with such
attention to detail. Andrea is very
sincere and has a wonderful way of teaching this class with passion.” Mona Ibrahim, Studio City “Andrea was very interesting and spiritual.” Anonymous “Andrea has a real talent and her personal story is
truly compelling.” Anonymous “Andrea was very supportive during this class, really
encouraging. She is very passionate about Aromatherapy. Anonymous “I love Andrea’s style of conveying massage therapy
subject matter. Really connected with her!” Anonymous “Andrea shows us that she really knows her stuff. She is
fantastic in helping us to let down our guard.” Gary Casias “Very informative and presented in a way that I can
digest and explain to others. Wonderful. Allowed us to move freely and use
our own style.” Rosalynn Romero “Her story with Aromatherapy in her life was an eye
opener on what it can do for people. She helped me to understand, flow with
music, and to clear my mind instead of stressing on the routine of massage. I
really enjoyed her!” John Whitton “Andrea really enjoys teaching” Richard Sample, Sylmar Frances Nicolais teaches Trigger Point, Business & Marketing “Frances is a blessing.
She’s very dedicated to her field of expertise, which seemed
endless. She’s funny and down to
earth.” Richard
Sample, Sylmar “Frances is so delightful. So full of energy & honesty. She expresses things clearly and easily.” Vicki Saikali, Glendora “Mary Frances is sweet, delightful and heartfelt.” Vicki Saikali, Glendora “Frances knows her stuff!! Watching and feeling her work was fascinating.” Anonymous “Frances was clear, concise, well organized and
completely charming. She was extraordinarily helpful and a great teacher.” Anonymous “Frances is very knowledgeable and knows all about
starting up a new business and the laws. She is a very good instructor.” Anonymous “She is amazing. Really knows the ‘ins’ and ‘outs’ of the
business. She is so helpful and understanding and gets in there to show us
what to feel for. She is awesome.” Gary Casias “Frances had everything we needed to know! Funny,
intelligent, and well put together. She was very helpful; I liked how she
went around to each person and made sure they understood what they were
doing.” Kelly Estabrook “Very willing to answer all our questions fully. She is
approachable.” Rosalynn Romero “She is very knowledgeable and knew the answers to all
possible questions. She made it easy to find the trigger points.” Jamie Sewell “She was full of information and answered all questions
I had. She also helped me focus on what I wanted in “massage” as a career and
how to achieve it. She was amazing to learn from. She opened my eyes to how
muscles release and how the body can feel afterward.” John Whitton Mandy Newberry teaches
Anatomy & Physiology
“I love Mandy’s
style. She’s knowledgeable, funny,
down to earth and makes A&P easier to understand.” Vicki Saikali, Glendora “Mandy is a delightful instructor who keeps the subject matter light, entertaining and captivating.” Alexis Lewis, Rosemead Heather White is one of
main Swedish Massage Instructors and Energy Awareness
“Heather delivers the information with style! Very intuitive and speaks clearly with intention” Lori Gribben, Newhall “Heather’s approach was so relaxing. It’s like having a regular conversation and
learning in the process” Richard Sample, Sylmar “Heather is awesome.
Her ability to explain things clearly is terrific. I feel that she has so much to share and
teach. I hope I have her again.” Vicki Saikali, Glendora “Heather is a warm, down to earth person with a gift for
teaching” Mona Ibrahim, Studio City “Had to step out of a class due to feeling uncomfortable
because of previous experiences. Heather was really understanding about this.
I really appreciated her as an instructor overall.” Anonymous “Heather is very “bubbly”. She has a wonderful,
energetic spirit. Very knowledgeable about Energy Awareness.” Anonymous “Heather is wonderful.” Anonymous “Heather is fantastic. She truly showed her passion for
energy healing.” Gary Casias “Presented in a manner that
did not make it seem spooky or ‘out there’.” Rosalynn Romero “Heather has an amazing background. She spends time to
help you understand and I really enjoyed her!” John Whitton Logan Rardin teaches
Anatomy and Physiology
“I loved learning from Logan, he was great!” Anonymous “Logan is so smart. His
knowledge is so complete it is wonderful.” Anonymous “Logan is an excellent
instructor. He is fun and informative.” Anonymous “Logan is very knowledgeable,
has great delivery, and made it sound easy!” Anonymous “I liked his teachings. He
was very informative and his pace was excellent. I learned and am able to
remember what I was taught and had studied.” Anonymous “Logan is an endless well of information. He is always willing
to answer any questions, even multiple times.” Gary Casias “Logan breaks it down very well. He has a great speaking
voice. He was very prepared and organized. Easy to listen to.” Kelly Estabrook “The different methods used helped the information sink
in. Catered to different styles of learning.” Rosalynn Romero “I really enjoyed Logan as an instructor! He explained
everything well and didn’t run through things if you didn’t understand them.
He is full of information and helps you to understand everything he teaches.” John Whitton “He is able to keep the entire
class focused and interested.” “Logan is very personable with clear delivery &
communication skills.” Alexis Lewis, Rosemead “Logan is an outstanding teacher. He makes A&P fun and he’s so
knowledgeable. I want to soak the knowledge up like a sponge.” Lori Gribben,
Newhall “Logan’s teaching skills are very creative and he loves
to teach. He shows how much he knows
and loves anatomy. Logan is a great
guy.” Vicky Saikali, Glendora “Logan is awesome! He’s a dynamic and engaging instructor. He’s very patient and nurturing” Vicky Lewis, Glendale Mary Frances Spencer teaches Breath
Awareness and Yoga
“Mary Frances was an excellent instructor.” Anonymous Mary Frances is really kind. You can tell right away
that she has such positive energy.” Anonymous “She was easy to follow.” Kelly Estabrook “Delivery well executed; catered to different levels.” Rosalynn Romero “She was very good at instructing the class.” Jamie Sewell “Mary Frances was fun! She went step by step and is easy
to learn from.” John Whitton Nora Stewart teaches Chair Massage “Nora was right there, very hands on, and encouraging.” Anonymous “Nora is direct and informative.” Anonymous “Nora was great. She really has great ideas and great
input about the chair business.” Gary Casias “Made everything easy to understand and helped everyone individually.” Kelly Estabrook Vicky Saikali is one
our main Swedish Massage Instructors “Everyone was wonderful and excellent with teaching and
giving information. Everything has been useful and easy to remember.” Anonymous “Oh my gosh. Andrea, Heather, and Vicky are the
greatest! It’s too bad we only got to have them one at a time.” Anonymous “Each one compassionate, understanding, and energetic.
They have a beautiful spirit and were knowledgeable and guided us well! Can’t
wait to learn more from them.” Anonymous “All the instructors were fantastic bringing their own
teaching methods and ideas to the table. It was great having different
outlooks on what and how we were performing. I felt extremely comfortable in
asking any questions.” Gary Casias “Andrea, Heather, and Vicky are great teachers! They
communicated between each other and delivered all the information to us
smoothly and made sure we all got it. They are attentive too.” Kelly Estabrook “Wonderful. They were very patient and accommodating,
and very informative. I also liked when they shared their own experiences…it
made it more ‘real’.” Rosalynn Romero “They are nice and helpful.” Jamie Sewell
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