Massage for Anxiety and Depression
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NEW course for 2026! The 3 CE hour Massage for Anxiety and Depression course will provide massage therapists with information on how massage therapy can be used to help those that suffer from anxiety and depression. This course first lists and defines different types of anxiety and depression disorders. Then, it provides information on common causes, traditional medical treatment, and support tools that can help. Finally, it explains how massage therapy can be a valuable adjunct treatment, providing a massage protocol using techniques such as Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, vagus nerve massage, and progressive muscle relaxation (PMR).
This course outlines:
- Different types of anxiety and depression disorders
- Common causes of anxiety and depression
- Support tools and resources used in helping anxiety and depression
- The role that massage therapy can play in helping anxiety and depression
- A 60 minute massage therapy protocol to help those with anxiety and depression using techniques such as Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, vagus nerve massage, and progressive muscle relaxation (PMR)
You Will Receive: Massage for Anxiety and Depression text, by Corrine Rubida, guide with instructions, exam of 15 questions, course evaluation, certificate of achievement upon completion, and unlimited phone support for any of your questions.
The Center for Massage Therapy Continuing Education, LLC is an Approved Provider through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB); Approved Provider number 409296-00.
Our massage online continuing education courses are also accepted by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP), and most state boards.
For more information on individual state requirements and approvals, please visit our Approvals page and click on your state.
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What is progressive muscle relaxation (PMR)?
a. A technique for reducing stress and tension by systematically tensing and then releasing different muscle groups
b. Meant to activate the body’s “rest and digest” response, it is a technique which applies gentle relaxing pressure along the vagus nerve
c. A therapeutic technique focused on reaching deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue to address chronic tension and discomfort
d. A technique which involves applying sustained pressure to “trigger points” to relieve pain, restore normal muscle function, and promote relaxation
How does bipolar depression differ from major depressive disorder?
a. Depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder are similar to those in major depressive disorder, but the broader pattern of being seasonally affected is what distinguishes bipolar depression
b. Depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder are similar to those in major depressive disorder, but the broader pattern of symptoms occurring after birth is what distinguishes bipolar depression
c. Depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder are similar to those in major depressive disorder, but the broader pattern of losing contact with reality is what distinguishes bipolar depression
d. Depressive symptoms in bipolar disorder are similar to those in major depressive disorder, but the broader pattern of mood swings is what distinguishes bipolar depression
Which of the following is a emotionally calming and stress reducing aromatherapy blend?
a. Lavender & bergamont blend
b. Frankincense & lavender blend
c. Sweet orange & bergamont blend
d. Ylang ylang & lavender blend