LIN ROUSSEL
Massage CE Advantage
Lin is a Lancaster, PA based licensed massage therapist, a licensed esthetician, and an NCBTMB-approved continuing education provider.
Lin is a preferred practitioner and educator for both Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM) and Unite for Her; has worked as a nurse for over 35 years, and a massage therapist for 20 years, caring for individuals living with cancer and those who are medically frail in medical facilities, private homes and hospice settings. As a licensed esthetician, Lin is certified in oncology skin care, and is a Certified End of Life Specialist through NEDA.
A life-long learner, Lin is passionate about teaching, as well as mentoring fellow massage therapists and CE Providers.
*All of Lin's classes are NCBTMB NY approved*
We will definitely be reaching out for any other CEs that you teach that we want to host in the future."
Elements Massage
Mechanicsburg, PA
LIN'S CLASSES:
Ask me about teaching at your place of business!
*Mileage & travel costs may apply
CPR / AED
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED certification is good for two years and is accepted by the State Boards of Massage Therapy. Please dress comfortably and bring writing materials. Please indicate at registration if you need any special accommodations for this class.
April 16, 2024 (9am-11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
May 21, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
June 18, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
July 23, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
August 20, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
September 3, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
October 15, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
November 2, 2024 (9am - 11am) at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa
November 16, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
December 3, 2024 (9am-11am) at Brownstone Station Wellness Center in Hummelstown, Pa
December 7, 2024 (9am - 11am) at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa
December 10, 2024 (9am - 11am) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
January 7, 2025 (9am-11am) at Brownstone Station Wellness Center in Hummelstown, Pa
January 7, 2025 (Noon - 2pm) at Brownstone Station Wellness Center in Hummelstown, Pa
January 11, 2025 (9am - 11am) at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa
January 11, 2025 (Noon - 2pm) at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa
0
CEs
$75
Cost per class
End of Life Doula: Hospice Care and Massage Therapy
What better time to receive loving, compassionate touch than at the end of one’s life? This 30-hour comprehensive course prepares the massage therapist to understand death and dying, hospice care, scope of practice, roles and boundaries, and meeting the individual where they are in their dying process. Safety for the client and therapist, contraindications, precautions, demonstration and skills practice are taught. *A live Practicum is offered at a local nursing facility on the last day of the class. This class also includes preparation for the NEDA Proficiency Exam and earning the NEDA Proficiency Badge.
Includes 4 CEs in Ethics!
*Massage Therapists can choose to take this class in-person, via live webinar or a blended class.
May 6-9, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
August 23-26, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
30
CEs
$575.00
Cost per class
Power of Touch: Massage Therapy for Hospice and the Medically Frail
Working with very sick and/or dying individuals is a privilege that not only takes someone with compassion, strength, and a big heart, but confidence, knowledge, and skills, as well. This class is comprehensive and includes lecture, activities, demonstrations and hands-on practice. Includes a 3 hour live Practicum!
*This class can be taken in-person or a combination of in-person and via live webinar (hybrid)
*A separate 8 CE Power of Touch Practicum at a local nursing facility is offered. Please contact instructor for details.
April 20-21, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
September 7-8, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
16
CEs
$300
Cost per class
Power of Touch Practicum
Practice the valuable skills you learned during the Power of Touch: Massage Therapy for Hospice and Medically Frail course with individuals who are very ill or are at the end of their lives in a safe, supportive medical facility supervised by your Instructor. Lunch includes learning about the patients you will be seeing, including precautions and contraindications, and time to discuss and reflect at the end of the day are all built into this 8 hour interactive class. Please bring writing materials. Wear professional-looking clothing and closed-toed shoes for work in the facility. Short fingernails and no smoking or perfume/cologne the day of the class are required. All other materials will be provided. Class size is limited.
TBD
Please contact Lin at
717-271-6669 or
lin@massageCEadvantage.com to register
*Prerequisite – Power of Touch: Massage for Hospice and Medically Frail course.
08
CEs
$200.00
Cost per class
Basics of Cranial Sacral Massage Techniques
This class offers the therapist a variety of ways to help enhance and polish a traditional massage, including techniques to gently assess the body, comfort, and ground clients, based on many different teachings and philosophies. Learn a gentle one-hour protocol using compressions and massage techniques, and/or incorporate the techniques into your traditional massage!
*This is not an Upledger Cranio Sacral class, though some hands-on techniques may be similar to Upledger’s, and some holds may mimic those in the practice of Reiki. The techniques are taught for comfort and relaxation only, and the notion that we can move cranial bones, feel/stop/start cerebral spinal fluid, feel “restrictions”, diagnose disease and disorder, feel and absorb energy, read peoples thoughts and minds, and treat trauma is not taught or supported in this class.
*This class can only be taken in-person
TBD
08
CEs
$200.00
Cost per class
Basics of Cranial Sacral Massage Combo Class
This class offers the therapist a variety of ways to help enhance and polish a traditional massage, including techniques to gently assess the body, comfort, and ground clients, based on many different teachings and philosophies. Learn a gentle one-hour protocol using compressions and massage techniques, and/or incorporate the techniques into your traditional massage! Practice and record what you learned with clients, family, colleagues and friends for the next 3 months (6.5 hours), and hand in your progress sheet to instructor.
*This is not an Upledger Cranio Sacral class, though some hands-on techniques may be similar to Upledger’s, and some holds may mimic those in the practice of Reiki. The techniques are taught for comfort and relaxation only, and the notion that we can move cranial bones, feel/stop/start cerebral spinal fluid, feel “restrictions”, diagnose disease and disorder, feel and absorb energy, read peoples thoughts and minds, and treat trauma is not taught or supported in this class.
*This class can only be taken in-person.
June 8, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
August 14, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
December 18, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
16
CEs
$300.00
Cost per class
Continuing Education Instructor Teacher Training Course
This course is for individuals who wish to help and support licensed massage therapists further their education by teaching original classes with current, relevant information- that falls under the massage therapy scope of practice. The prospective continuing education teacher should have experience, knowledge, integrity, and most of all, a passion to pass along the information he or she is interested in teaching. This comprehensive course will teach the would-be CE Instructor everything that is needed to become an approved provider of continuing education through the NCBTMB.
Learning and teaching styles, what to expect in the classroom, how to deal with challenging students and disruptive behavior, how to deal with ethical dilemmas; defining roles, and creating boundaries, as well as how to effectively create and present a class (and everything in between!). This course does not help the participant create a specific class, nor does the participant need to have a specific class in mind to earn a certificate of completion - just a desire to become a CE Provider is all that is needed. The course is taught on an individual basis.
A phone interview is mandatory for approval to participate in this course, and will answer all questions about scheduling the four, 6 - hour classes. Participants are not required to hold a BCTMB to take this class.
*This class usually does not count for the continuing education credits needed for State licensing. It does count for NCBTMB continuing education, and meets their requirements for a “teacher training program”.
Contact Lin at 717-271-6669 or
lin@massageCEadvantage.com for a short phone interview, and to schedule your own private, individualized training sessions.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar, or a combination of both (hybrid)!
24
CEs
$400.00
Cost per class
Professional Ethics for Massage Therapists
Fun, interesting, and challenging, this interactive class touches on massage therapists’ roles and boundaries, ethical dilemmas, saying “no”, importance of self-care, transference and counter transference, live scenarios, discussion and much more!
Fulfills Standard V: Roles and Boundaries as required by the PA State Board of Massage Therapy.
This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
May 21, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
December 10, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Ethics of Communication: Building a Therapeutic Relationship
This Standard V Ethics class will cover the importance of therapist/client communication, which is key to building and maintaining a therapeutic relationship. Topics to be covered include: initial contact, completing a thorough intake, discussing precautions and contraindications, speaking to your client using the most current information, live scenarios and lots more.
June 18, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Ethical Touch for the Medically Frail: The Compassionate Professional
(Working with Individuals with Medical Conditions)
Working with individuals who have a medical condition can be both challenging and rewarding. Learn how to use skilled, safe touch, evidence-based and current resources, a medically-based intake form, mastering the art of listening, being, meeting the client where they are, and being mindful and present.

Fulfills Standard V: Roles and Boundaries as required by the PA State Board of Massage Therapy.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
September 3, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
December 7, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Ethics of being a Trauma-Informed Massage Therapist
Working with clients who have experienced trauma means building a professional, compassionate relationship with them, based on trust. Understanding how and why trauma affects the CNS and is held both in the mind and body is essential. Current information on working with clients experiencing trauma and resources on how to learn more will round our this important class.
Fulfills Standard V: Roles and Boundaries as required by the PA State Board of Massage Therapy.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
April 16, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
October 15, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Ethics and the Ego
We as licensed massage therapists want our colleagues, clients, and the community in general to view us as professionals, trusting us to know what we’re doing, keeping them and ourselves safe, and being able to make educated decisions and ethical choices. This class will cover the importance of working with (not on) the client and meeting them where they are. Massage myths and facts will be discussed.
Fulfills Standard V: Roles and Boundaries as required by the PA State Board of Massage Therapy.
November 16, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Essentials of Oncology Massage
Massage for individuals with cancer used to be contraindicated. Nowadays with the right training and experience, massage therapists can safely use skilled touch to help manage emotional and physical symptoms brought on by this disease. In this two-day comprehensive course, we focus on what we CAN DO for those living with cancer or are in early remission and includes current information and research, precautions, contraindications, safety for the therapist and client, info on lymphedema, neuropathy, scar tissue gentle touch for the medically frail, draping, positioning and medication guidelines. Course includes lecture, activities, demonstrations and hands-on practice.
Please bring writing materials, a set of sheets, shorts, and a tee shirt or tank top to class.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
July 13-14, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
16
CEs
$300
Cost per class
Essentials of Oncology Massage: A 4 Day Foundational Course
This class welcomes both Massage Therapists and Estheticians!
Oncology massage is now recognized as a safe and recommended therapy to help manage symptoms brought on by cancer. Many health care facilities incorporate integrative medicine into their cancer programs, treatment and infusion centers. With proper training, skilled touch and confidence, massage therapists and estheticians can safely help a client manage discomfort, while working within their SOP, roles and boundaries of their profession. In this three-day comprehensive course, the focus is on what we CAN DO for those living with cancer or are in early remission, using safe techniques to not only touch someone physically, but spiritually and emotionally as well. Current information, precautions, contraindications, safety for the therapist, esthetician, and client, as well as medication guidelines are just some of the important considerations taught in this class. Techniques for lymphedema, neuropathy, scar tissue and gentle touch for the medically frail, as well as draping and positioning are demonstrated and practiced. Self-awareness exercises, ideas for self-care, guest speakers and discussions about personal experiences with cancer as well as demos and hands-on practice round out this four-day S4OM foundational course.
Must be a licensed massage therapist or esthetician and carry current liability insurance to attend this training. Please bring writing materials, a set of sheets, shorts, or capris and a tee shirt or tank top and your favorite massage cream or lotion to class. Class size is limited.
*LMTs can choose to join S4OM and/or Unite for Her after completing this class.
"I'm so excited to tell you that I have already used my oncology training. Had a patient come to the chiropractic office for a 60 minute massage and she checked yes in her medical history for cancer.
I was so excited that I didn't have to turn her away due to lack of education and I could explain the necessary modifications we needed to be able to have a safe massage.
It felt amazing knowing I have the correct knowledge to be able to help her safely. I cannot thank you enough for your class!" - Crystal H
*This class will be taught on Zoom the first two days, then in person the last two days.

October 23-26, 2024 at Luther Care at 600 E. Main St in Lititz, Pa
32
CEs
$650
Cost per class
Essentials of Oncology Massage: Just the Facts!
Massage therapy for individuals with cancer used to be contraindicated. Nowadays with the right training and experience, massage therapists can safely use skilled touch to help manage emotional and physical symptoms brought on by this disease. Take this fast-paced, lecture -only class, and learn what you need to know to safely massage individuals with cancer, as well as resources and on-going training options.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar
October 19, 2024 at Firefly Hollow in York, Pa
November 5, 2024 at Brownstone Station Wellness Center in Hummelstown, Pa
08
CEs
$200.00
Cost per class
Essentials
of Oncology Massage Practicum
Practice the valuable skills you learned during the Essentials of Oncology Massage 16 CE course with individuals who are living with cancer in a safe, supportive medical facility supervised by the instructor. Lunch includes learning about the patients you will be seeing, including precautions and contraindications, and time to discuss and reflect at the end of the day are all built into this 8 hour interactive class. Please bring writing materials, Bring or wear professional-looking clothing and closed-toed shoes for work in the facility. Short fingernails and no smoking/no perfume or cologne the day of the class are required. All other materials will be provided. Class size is limited.

Prerequisite: Essentials of Oncology Massage 16 hour course
Please contact Lin at lin@massageCEadvantage.com or 717-271-6669 to register.
08
CEs
$200.00
Cost per class
Essentials of Oncology Massage: Skilled Touch for the Spa
Massage therapy for individuals with cancer used to be contraindicated. Nowadays with the right training and experience, massage therapists can safely use skilled touch to help manage emotional and physical symptoms brought on by the disease. This class will help LMTs who work in a spa setting know what to ask and what to do when a client living with cancer comes to their place of business (with or without alerting the spa ahead of time that they have cancer). This class includes lecture, activities, special intake and documentation for spas, demonstrations and hands-on practice.
TBD
16
CEs
$300.00
Cost per class
Ethical Touch for Oncology Massage: The Compassionate Professional
Working with individuals who are diagnosed with cancer can be both challenging and rewarding. Knowing how to use skilled, safe touch for those dealing with cancer is important, keeping current and mastering the art of listening, being, and mindfulness is crucial for building a therapeutic relationship.
*This class is only for those who have had some oncology massage training in the past.
Fulfills Standard V: Roles and Boundaries as required by the PA State Board of Massage.

July 23, 2024 (Noon - 4pm) at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Essentials of Oncology Massage: Current and Relevant Info and Skills
Topics covered in this interactive class include current information and research on what's new in oncology massage including types of breast cancers; ovarian cancer, complications of cancer and cancer treatment, precautions and contraindications, and lymphedema.
Only those who have previous oncology massage training may join this class.
TBD
08
New Title
Donation for Unite For Her Providers$125.00 for non-UFH Providers
Lin at 717-271-6669 or
Melissa at 215-892-8225
Essentials of PreNatal/Post-Partum Massage
Prenatal: In this fast-paced, comprehensive (lecture) class you will learn current information including the myths and facts of working with a pregnant woman, safety issues, precautions and contraindications, draping, positioning, and using a “whol-istic” approach from intake through the actual massage to documentation. Self-care techniques to share with the mom-to-be are covered as well.
Postpartum: Contraindications, precautions, and safety issues for natural delivery and C-section are covered.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
August 6, 2024 at LutherCare in Lititz, Pa
October 8, 2024 at Brownstone Station Wellness Center in Hummelstown, Pa
08
CEs
$200.00
Cost per class
Essentials of Prenatal/Post-Partum Massage Techniques
This course offers hands-on instruction, demonstration and practice for positioning and draping, as well as a one-hour protocol, safe stretching and client education. Each student will have a chance to give and receive a one-hour massage, and feel confident in their ability to offer a safe, therapeutic massage for pregnant women in their first, second or third trimester and into the post-partum period.
TBD
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Oncology Massage in the Spa Setting: Current & Relevant Info
This class will discuss current oncology massage information designed specifically for the LMT who works in a spa setting. Precautions, contraindications, safety for the LMT and client, myths and facts, physician permission vs communication and the importance of a thorough intake, updates and documentation will be covered. This class is for LMTs who have previously taken an oncology massage class.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
TBD
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Medical Conditions and Massage Therapy for the Spa
This class will educate the LMT on the latest and most current information of how to safely and skillfully massage someone with certain medical conditions. Debunking massage myths, including those for pregnancy and certain diseases and disorders, as well as requiring a doctor’s permission, will be discussed. Other info includes improved intake and documentation form for individuals who are medically frail, current resources for massage therapists, the importance of being truthful and the need to back up claims with research.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
TBD
04
CEs
$85
Cost per class
Pharmacology for Massage Therapists
Massage therapists treat clients on a daily basis who are taking various types of prescribed and non-prescribed drugs. In many cases these medications affect body physiology in ways that make modifying massage treatment necessary, or, may contraindicate the massage treatment all together. If there is a drug in a client’s body, the therapist has to have the basic information about the impact it may have on the client’s responses to the treatment about to be given. Recognizing that drug therapy of any kind brings about physiologic and chemical changes in the body as well as that massage therapy also brings about these changes in the body, it is more than reasonable to explore these effects together. The knowledge that the effects of drug therapy may enhance/increase or disrupt/decrease the effect of massage can and should lead to changes in how we apply massage therapy in individual situations.
*This class can be taken in-person or via live webinar!
January 14, 2025 at Brownstone Station Wellness Center in Hummelstown, Pa
8
CEs
$200
Cost per class
Essentials of Oncology Massage: Current and Relevant Information & Skills
*NCBTMB NY APPROVED*
Topics covered in this interactive class include current information and research on what's new in oncology massage including types of breast cancers; ovarian cancer, complications of cancer and cancer treatment, precautions and contraindications, and lymphedema.
Payment is by donation for UFH Providers. $125.00 for non-UFH Providers. Please call Melissa at 215-892-8225 for questions or to register.
TBD
08
CEs
$125
Cost per class
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