New England Bodywork & Wellness Academy

04/01/2026

Hello April.

This month reminds us that mastery is built slowly — through repetition, curiosity, and presence.

At NEBWA, we value embodied learning, not rushed outcomes.

Where are you being invited to slow down and trust your process?

03/29/2026

If you could learn ANY healing modality this year…
what would it be?

👇 Tell us below

03/26/2026

Congratulations to our Graduates!

Facial Manual Lymphatic Drainage for Estheticians:
Jessie Powers
Stephanie Paglione

Sound Therapy Practitioner-Level 1:
Lisa Drugan Holloway Burnout to Bliss

The next name we celebrate could be yours. Are you ready?

03/09/2026

Thank you so much for the recognition!🤍

https://thecioglobal.com/gloria-young-building-impact-through-empowerment-and-education/

03/01/2026

Hello March.

As energy begins to shift, this is a beautiful time to notice what’s ready to evolve — in your hands, your confidence, and your understanding of the body.

Learning isn’t linear. Integration matters.

What is beginning to make more sense for you in your practice?

02/19/2026

Sleep has quietly become one of the biggest wellness challenges of our time — and the demand for trained professionals who understand adult sleep is growing rapidly.

I’m so excited to officially share the upcoming launch of our Sleep Wellness Consultant Certification, designed for holistic practitioners, coaches, and wellness professionals who want to support clients in restoring true rest and nervous system balance.

If you’ve been looking for a meaningful specialty to add to your work, this is one to watch.

Read more about why this field is expanding so quickly 👇
https://www.newenglandbodyworkandwellnessacademy.com/blog/why-sleep-wellness-consultants-are-in-demand

The program officially opens March 13, and early enrollment is now available at our launch rate.

Sleep is foundational to health — and those trained to guide others through it will help shape the future of wellness

Discover why adult sleep support is rapidly growing and how NEBWA’s Sleep Wellness Consultant Certification prepares practitioners to meet this rising demand. Learn what sleep consultants do and why this field is becoming essential in holistic wellness.

02/09/2026

DID YOU KNOW…

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is not a light massage?

It’s a precise, anatomy-based, nervous-system informed technique designed to support:

✨ Post-surgical swelling
✨ Immune and lymphatic flow
✨ Head, neck & facial drainage
✨ Sports recovery
✨ Prenatal support

And here’s something many programs don’t offer…

Our 5-Day In-Person MLD Certification includes a LIVE supervised volunteer clinic.

Real clients.
Real intake forms.
Real SOAP note documentation.
Real instructor supervision.

You don’t just observe.
You practice — confidently and competently.

At New England Bodywork & Wellness Academy, we believe clinical readiness matters.

📍 Next Live 5-Day In-Person MLD Training
🗓 April 6–10, 2026
📍 Held at our studio
⚠️ Only 7 spots remain

Disclosure: This training is open to Licensed Massage Therapists and other qualified professionals. It is the responsibility of each participant to ensure this education falls within their individual state scope of practice and licensing regulations.

If MLD has been on your “someday” list… this is your moment.

Visit our website to reserve your seat.

02/09/2026

Hello February.

This month invites a deeper conversation around care — especially self-respect as a practitioner.

The way you show up for your own nervous system directly shapes the way you hold space for others.

Where could honoring yourself more deeply support your work and learning?

02/07/2026

We just wrapped another incredible week of training!

This week, we trained talented medical estheticians in the art and science of Facial Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) for Estheticians — and the transformations were powerful.

Inside this 5-day certification, our students mastered:
✔️ 3 Complete Facial MLD Protocols
✔️ Head & Neck Lymphatic Anatomy (in depth + clinically accurate)
✔️ Nervous System + Immune System Connection
✔️ The Psychology of Touch & Client Regulation
✔️ Contraindications & Scope of Practice
✔️ Business Development & Service Integration
✔️ Pricing, Positioning & Marketing Facial MLD

Facial MLD is not just a trend. It’s a powerful, evidence-informed, holistic modality that supports post-procedure recovery, reduces inflammation, enhances skin vitality, and regulates the nervous system.

And estheticians are loving how seamlessly it integrates into:
• Medical aesthetics
• Post-surgical care
• Acne & inflammatory skin support
• Luxury facial services
• Wellness-based practices

If you are an Esthetician looking to elevate your skill set and stand out in your market — this is your sign.

📅 We have ONE final Facial MLD Certification class for 2026 — happening in May.

Spots are limited. This program historically sells out.
If you’ve been thinking about adding lymphatic work to your practice… don’t wait.

👉 Visit our website and enroll before May fills.

01/06/2026

Organizing the studio and preparing for all the amazing classes we'll teach in 2026!

01/02/2026

Massage Therapists — Let’s Talk About Sound

If you’ve ever felt like your clients relax even more when you incorporate gentle music, silence, breathwork, or intentional pacing into a session — you’re already seeing the power of sound and vibration at work.

Sound therapy isn’t about replacing your hands.

It’s about supporting the nervous system so your hands can work more effectively.
Many massage therapists are adding sound therapy to their practice because it:
• Helps clients drop into deeper parasympathetic states
• Supports emotional release without needing words
• Enhances the effects of massage (especially for chronic stress, trauma, and burnout)
• Creates longer-lasting post-session relaxation
• Offers a gentle option for clients who are touch-sensitive or highly anxious

Sound works on the body in a different way — through vibration, frequency, and rhythm — which pairs beautifully with hands-on work. Clients often report feeling more grounded, centered, and regulated, even after they leave the table.

Our self-paced Sound Therapy Practitioner program was created with bodyworkers in mind — practical, accessible, and easy to integrate into existing sessions without overhauling your practice.

No musical background needed.
No pressure to “perform.”
Just another tool to support the kind of healing you already offer.

If you’re a massage therapist who loves working holistically and wants to support clients on a deeper level — sound therapy may be a natural next step.

💬 Curious how sound could complement your current work?

Drop a 🎶 below or share how you already use sound in your sessions.

01/02/2026

Hello January.

In this work, growth doesn’t come from pushing harder — it comes from listening more closely.

As a practitioner or student, this is a powerful month to reconnect with your body, your intention, and the reason you chose a healing path in the first place.

What do you want to practice being this year — not just doing?