Ethics are so fundamental to massage therapy that new LMTs must pass a jurisprudence exam on the legal boundaries of the profession. Moreover, to maintain their licensure, massage therapists must take ongoing massage therapy CE classes on ethics. Therapists rely on boundaries to create safety for all involved.

Without strong boundaries, massage therapists may find themselves exhausted due to taking on their clients’ problems. Clients may not feel safe enough to relax under the therapist’s healing touch. Ultimately, healthy boundaries create trust, the cornerstone of effective massage.

Let’s review the types of boundaries for massage therapists, as well as ideas on how LMTs […]