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Bodywork Therapist

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May 13, 2024 Updated June 8, 2024 3 minute read

Bodywork Therapists focus on promoting wellness through the use of touch and movement, helping clients address physical and emotional issues. They offer a range of services, including massage, deep bodywork, and myofascial energetic release, to improve circulation, relieve muscle tension, and promote relaxation. Bodywork Therapists often work in clinics, spas, or private practice, and may specialize in specific areas such as sports massage, prenatal massage, or geriatric massage.

Education and Training

Becoming a Bodywork Therapist requires specialized training and often involves obtaining a massage therapy license or certification from an accredited bodywork school. These programs typically include coursework in anatomy, physiology, massage techniques, and business practices. Some states require Bodywork Therapists to pass a national certification exam to practice.

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Salaries for Bodywork Therapist

City
Median
San Francisco
$89,000
Seattle
$55,000
Toronto
$48,000
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City
Median
San Francisco
$89,000
Seattle
$55,000
Toronto
$48,000
London
£34,000
Paris
€36,000
Berlin
€55,000
Tel Aviv
₪73,000
Singapore
S$48,000
Beijing
¥155,000
Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

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