“Massage therapy techniques help to improve muscle tone and circulation and promote overall wellness, stress management and rehabilitation,” said Susan Sullivan, LMT, Trocaire’s massage therapy program director. “Our clinic is an opportunity for students to continue to practice the learned techniques in a real-world clinical setting as they work toward completing their program and preparing for their licensure exam.”

The Trocaire student massage therapy clinic runs through May 14 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 – 5 p.m. A 60-minute massage is $40 for the public. A paraffin hand dip can also be added for $5. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 716-827-2518.

Ģ����ý’s massage therapy programs include a 10-month certificate offering and a two-year associate in applied science degree. Each program combines lectures, laboratory experiences and clinical rotations at facilities throughout the region for a comprehensive understanding of both Eastern and Western massage therapy techniques. Graduates of both programs are eligible to sit for the New York State board licensure exam. For information on Trocaire’s massage therapy programs, visit .

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Does your favorite sports team have you in knots? Are you on edge about the upcoming holiday season? Treat yourself to a massage.

announced today that it is offering discounted 60-minute massage sessions to the public via the student massage therapy clinic. Under the supervision of instructors, Trocaire’s massage therapy students provide a variety of massages from Swedish to therapeutic at its on-campus clinic located at 360 Choate Ave, South Buffalo.

“Trocaire’s massage therapy program teaches theory but also prepares students for the real world with practice in a true clinical setting. Our clinic is an opportunity for students to practice learned techniques, so they are fully prepared to pass their licensure exam,” said Susan Sullivan, LMT, Trocaire’s massage therapy program director. “We invite the public to set up appointments for massages as they will receive professional services at discounted prices.”

The Trocaire student massage therapy clinic begins Nov. 8 and runs through Dec. 13 on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 1– 5 p.m. A 60-minute massage is $40 for the public. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 716-827-2518. Ģ����ý’s massage therapy programs include a 10-month certificate offering and a two-year associate in applied science degree. Each program combines lectures, laboratory experiences and clinical rotations at facilities throughout the region for a comprehensive understanding of both Eastern and Western massage therapy techniques. Graduates of both programs are eligible to sit for the New York State board licensure exam. For information on the massage therapy programs, visit trocaire.edu/academics/academic-program/massage-therapy/.

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“Each semester, Trocaire opens its doors to the public for supervised massage sessions. Our clinic gives the students the chance to test their skills in a supportive, real-world environment. Our mission is to allow students to practice their massage and communications skills as they prepare for a career as a professional Massage Therapist,” said Susan Sullivan, LMT, Trocaire’s massage therapy program director. “Community members are invited to be clients in our learning clinic as Trocaire students combine their classroom academics with technique and practice. Our massage therapists are taught to understand the mind-body connection and can help their clients understand why they need massage therapy.” 

The Ģ����ý student massage therapy clinic operates on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 1– 5 p.m. A 60-minute massage is just $40 for the public. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 716-827-2518.

Ģ����ý’s massage therapy programs include a 10-month certificate offering and a two-year associate in applied science degree. Each program combines lectures, laboratory experiences and clinical rotations at facilities throughout the region for a comprehensive understanding of both Eastern and Western massage therapy techniques. Graduates of both programs are eligible to sit for the New York State board licensure exam. For information on the massage therapy programs, visit trocaire.edu/academics/academic-program/massage-therapy/.

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Age 28

The benefits of massage therapy education at Trocaire really revolve around three things: small class size, faculty and the externships.

Class Size

The class size allows for more one-on-one attention and creates a better learning environment. You are not just a student number at Trocaire. You are a person that the faculty really wants to see succeed. Even post graduation, I was able to reach out to my instructors for assistance as I settled into my new career and prepared for my board examination. To this day, they are the most caring group of individuals I have ever met.

Externships

The externships are extremely unique to Trocaire. It allowed me to experience different massage settings besides your typical in-school clinic. I worked with clients at Roswell, Hospice, a chiropractic clinic and several spas. Each setting had its own set of clients with different types of needs. I really feel the externships make a Trocaire grad more employable. It is an excellent part of the program.

Faculty and Staff Support

Trocaire is a great place to earn your degree. It is a close-knit community compared to larger institutions. I never encountered one staff or faculty member who wasn’t willing to help me out with whatever I needed. Trocaire also provides a ton of resources to help you succeed before and after graduation. For example, Trocaire paid for a full-day course the summer after my graduation to help the massage students pass their board exams. This was a key component to me passing my exam on the first try. I’m extremely grateful to have been part of the Trocaire community.

What’s a Massage Therapy Career Like?

What I like best about my massage therapy career is that I spend my days helping people feel better, and that people look forward to seeing me. Nothing beats going into the waiting area to grab my next client and just see their face light up or being told “I’ve been waiting all day for this”. I have many clients who have extremely stressful jobs, who are dealing with sickness, and who are full-time caregivers to other people. If I can give them an hour to themselves to just relax and recharge, I’ve done my job.

What originally attracted me to the massage therapy career was the medical aspect of it. Besides helping people relax, I enjoy working with clients who are dealing with injuries and those recovering from surgery. The best part of this side of massage is seeing the progression the client makes after each session, and how thankful they are to be getting back on their feet.

I was hired at my current job a couple weeks before I even graduated. They took me on as a provisional massage therapist once I finished classes. A provisional massage therapist is someone who has a permit and works closely with a licensed massage therapist until passing the board exam.

My future plans are still up in the air. I absolutely love where I work, but I would be lying if I said it wasn’t a dream of mine to have my own place eventually. A huge dream of mine would be a part of a “one stop” wellness place that included massage therapists, physical/occupational therapists, chiropractors, dietitians, fitness classes/yoga, etc.

Did You Know?

Trocaire’s newly reimagined certificate is Western New York’s fastest, most efficient route to completing your massage therapy education. Our students enjoy a dependable schedule, with no nights and no weekends required for classroom or clinical work.

Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the NYS board licensure exam. Once licensed, graduates have wide-ranging career options that include wellness massage in spas, resorts, and cruise ships; sports massage in health clubs; medical massage in hospitals, rehab centers and chiropractic offices; stress-management massage in corporate offices; and owning and operating private practices. This fascinating, flexible, hands-on career is for anyone who wants to help people discover the power of preventative, proactive care.

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