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— Advanced Massage Therapy Education AND MENTORSHIP

Small Classes. Deep Learning. Real Growth.

Not all continuing education changes the way you practice.


We founded Massage Mastery Institute to raise the standard of continuing education through small-group instruction, meaningful mentorship, and clinically relevant education that therapists can immediately apply in practice.


Our programs are designed for therapists who want to think more critically, treat more confidently, and create more meaningful outcomes for the clients they serve.

Before registering, please review the MMI Student Handbook, which outlines attendance requirements, refund policies, professional conduct expectations, accommodations, and grievance procedures.
— The MMI Approach

Continuing Education With Depth

Our courses are designed to blend hands-on skill development, critical thinking, and intentional therapeutic practice in supportive small-group learning environments.
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Small-Group Learning

Hands-on education designed
to support meaningful mentorship, individualized feedback,
and deeper learning.

Clinically Informed Education

Courses rooted in assessment,
anatomy, critical thinking,
and intentional therapeutic practice.

Real-World Application

Practical skills 
and treatment strategies
therapists can confidently integrate
into practice immediately.

 — leadership

MMI Founders - Who Also Teach

Tara Paccillo, LMT, CMLT

Co-Founder | Chief Operational Officer
Business strategist, educator, and mentor with extensive experience in professional development, communication, and sustainable career growth within the massage therapy profession. Tara is passionate about helping therapists build confidence, strengthen professionalism, and create meaningful long-term success through supportive education and mentorship.

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Jennifer Carlson, LMT, BCTMB

Co-Founder | Chief Educational Officer |
Instructor
Massage educator, curriculum developer, and mentor with extensive experience in continuing education, hands-on clinical instruction, and community-based massage therapy education. Jennifer is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences rooted in clinical reasoning, therapeutic communication, ethical practice, and real-world application.

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— MMI ORIGIANAL COURSES

Education That Extends Beyond CE Credits

Explore a selection from MMI’s robust catalog of original continuing education courses, designed to support thoughtful, clinically informed, and professionally grounded massage therapy practice.

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Advanced CT Techniques

Explore advanced connective tissue techniques through hands-on assessment, therapeutic reasoning, and clinically informed application.
16 CEs in 2 days | In-Person

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Setting & Respecting Boundaries

A reflective and clinically grounded ethics course exploring communication, professionalism, and therapeutic boundaries in practice.
4 CEs | In-Person

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An MT Guide to Mental Health

Learn therapeutic approaches designed to support nervous system regulation, emotional wellbeing, and intentional clinical care.
16 CEs in 2 days | In-Person

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NJ LMT Renewal Package

Complete your New Jersey renewal requirements through a supportive blend of ethics, law, and hands-on continuing education. (Save $100!)
21 CEs total | In-Person

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 — our independent educators

Specialized Educators at MMI

Kristen O'Grady, LMT, M.Ed,
Head of KCR USA

Kinetic Chain Release Instructor certified to lead all classes involved in the 
Head of KCR USA, a licensed massage therapist, educator, and Certified Kinetic Chain Release® Instructor. Personally trained by KCR founder Hugh Gilbert at the KCR Academy in Scotland, Kristen is passionate about helping practitioners develop confidence, clinical skill, and a whole-body approach to movement and pain relief. Through Massage Mastery Institute, she is committed to growing a strong community of KCR practitioners and advancing the standards of holistic bodywork across the United States.

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Matthew Gavzy, PTA LMT, BCTMB

Clinical Reasoning, Sports, and Rehab Instructor
A nationally recognized educator, Board Certified Massage Therapist, and Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with more than 30 years of clinical experience. Drawing on his extensive background in orthopedic rehabilitation, sports massage, and physical therapy, Matthew helps massage therapists bridge the gap between massage therapy and rehabilitation. Through Massage Mastery Institute, he shares practical, evidence-informed continuing education designed to strengthen clinical reasoning, assessment skills, and treatment outcomes.

 — specialized education

Educational Partnerships

Dr. Vodder Academy International

The original Dr. Vodder Method® educational pathway. Progress through Levels 1, 2, and 3 while building the knowledge and skills required for certification.
Massage Mastery Institute is proud to partner with Dr. Vodder Academy International to bring the original Dr. Vodder Method® of Manual Lymph Drainage and Combined Decongestive Therapy education to New Jersey. Recognized worldwide, the program provides a comprehensive educational pathway for therapists seeking advanced lymphatic training.
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KCR Academy
Kinetic Chain Release®

Master the Kinetic Chain Release® methodology through progressive hands-on training that strengthens assessment, treatment, and clinical reasoning.
Massage Mastery Institute is proud to partner with KCR Academy to bring Kinetic Chain Release® education and the pathway to Bodywork Mastery to New Jersey. Through the Head of KCR USA, Kristen O'Grady, KCR provides a progressive educational approach that helps therapists identify compensation patterns and improve movement through gentle, precise techniques.
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— Education Rooted in Experience

Education Designed For Meaningful Growth

Massage Mastery Institute was founded through a shared passion for meaningful education, hands-on learning, and supporting massage therapists through thoughtful professional development.

With decades of combined experience in massage therapy education, curriculum development, mentorship, clinical practice, and continuing education, Jennifer Carlson and Tara Paccillo created MMI to provide learning experiences that extend beyond CE requirements and support real professional growth.

MMI’s courses are rooted in clinical reasoning, ethical practice, therapeutic communication, and hands-on application within supportive small-group learning environments.

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 — CONTINUING EDUCATION COMMUNITY

Voices From The Classroom

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Every participant walked away with not just credits, but a deeper, lasting understanding.


— Thomas Post

           MMI Continuing Education Student


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  — more STUDENT EXPERIENCES

From new graduates to experienced clinicians, MMI students value thoughtful, clinically grounded education.

— CONTINUE YOUR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

Education Designed To Support Meaningful Practice

Hands-on continuing education rooted in clinical reasoning, therapeutic communication, ethical practice, and real-world application. Whether you are renewing your license, expanding your clinical skills, or seeking deeper professional growth, MMI courses are designed to support confident, thoughtful massage therapy practice.

Clinical reasoning • Ethical practice • Real-world application