8hr ASMR Massage
This event is being hosted by the Indiana AMTA. I am very grateful for their trust in offering me the opportunity to present my classes to them and their members. For all questions regarding the event please reach out to Nichole Fowler via her email.
(As soon as their registration page is live I will add a registration button here as well.)
Location: Rennaissance Indianapolis North Hotel, 11925 N Merdian St, Carmel, Indiana
Date: April 13 2025 (8:30am - 5:30pm)
The full-day course aims to educate students about ASMR, its potential health benefits, and how massage can induce these responses in clients. Establishing an ASMR-style environment for treatments is simpler than commonly perceived, with straightforward steps that therapists can easily integrate into their practice. Over the course of 8 hours, participants will engage in practical sessions where they both apply and experience specific techniques designed to evoke ASMR triggers.
If you are not familiar with ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) and its relationship with touch therapies please listen to my interview with Dr. Dr. Giulia Poerio .
This is a fascinating discussion that Dr. Giulia Poerio and I had about the nature of ASMR (preveiw video below) , its relationship with touch and massage therapy, and the potential benefits of integrating ASMR techniques into massage therapy treatments. We delved into the intricate ways in which ASMR is affected by tactile stimulation and pondered the effectiveness of combining ASMR principles with established massage practices. It was an enlightening conversation, exploring the possibilities of enhancing the therapeutic experience through a synergistic approach that can engage a variety of feel good responses in the body from the extremes of ASMR to frisson to stress reduction.
A short introduction video of Dr. Giulia Poerio and I discussing ASMR and massage therapy. The full video is availble here.
Having engaged in meaningful conversations with Giulia and personally experiencing mild to intense ASMR responses, I was inspired to curate an environment where these profoundly positive sensations could be recreated within my massage sessions. While these "feel good responses" naturally occur in all massage sessions, I have taken this concept a step further by designing a specialized ASMR massage technique.
The goal behind the ASMR Massage is to ensure that our clients depart from their session with the most optimal "feel good response" imaginable. By meticulously weaving ASMR elements into the massage experience, such as repetitive motions, predictive movement, and light tactile stimulations, we aim to evoke heightened sensations of relaxation, contentment, and overall well-being for each individual.
Through this innovative approach, we aspire to not only elevate the traditional massage experience but to also provide a distinctive avenue for individuals to immerse themselves in a harmonious blend of physical and sensory rejuvenation. The commitment to crafting an environment that caters to the diverse needs and preferences of each client remains unwavering, and you will be eager to witness the transformative impact of the the ASMR massage on their overall wellness and satisfaction.