CE Credits: 4 Hours

Cost: $189 ($234 if registering within 7 days of class)

This class is designed to teach you about the disease of Lymphedema so that you can gain an understanding on how to massage to benefit and not hinder their condition.

Prerequisites: NONE

This is a lecture class. No table work will be done. An understanding of pressure will be explored while in class along with a discussion of massage techniques that are appropriate.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 42 Hours - this is a full body CMT class that will meet over 3 weekends: January 10-11, February 14-15, March 14-15, 2026.  You must attend all 6 days to complete the class.  THIS CLASS HAS A LIMIT of 16 Students; register early to save your spot!

Cost: $1040 ($1085 if registering within 14 days of class)
Practicum and Test required for course credit.

This class will teach a full-body lymphatic sequence, with particular emphasis on developing the practitioner’s skill in feeling excess fluid. Lymphatic massage is in demand for working with breast cancer survivors who have had lymph nodes removed as part of their treatment, and is also sought by individuals who retain excess fluid in general.

Course Materials Include:

• The Anatomy and Physiology of the Lymphatic System, and a review of Lymphatic diseases.
• Essential oils for use in Lymphatic Drainage.
• Contraindications for Lymphatic Drainage.
• The use of Diaphragm breathing to assist in moving fluid.
• Lymphatic techniques for the subclavian (prone & supine), junction, axillary, elbow (prone & supine), abdominal, inguinal triangle, popliteal and ankle.

What to Bring:  One hand towel to elevate client's head, set of sheets/blanket/face cradle cover for each day of class for your personal use, your favorite lubrication, lymphatic essential oils(discussed at first class) and materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided.

Call or text Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

Instructor:

Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT has been a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of Tennessee since 1998, graduating from Cumberland Institute of Holistic Therapies in Brentwood, TN. In 2006, she obtained her Lymphedema Therapist Certification from the Academy of Lymphatic Studies.  Additionally, she has a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the College of Engineering at the University of Kentucky. 

Denise has had a very active, private practice since 1998 and has had the opportunity to work with local, national, and international clientele. Her concentration is on issues with the immune system, including but not limited to, cancer, post cancer, lymphedema, lipedema, auto-immune diseases, and surgical recovery. She champions a holistic approach utilizing Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial, Craniosacral, and Visceral techniques.

In addition to having her own private practice, Denise has also enjoyed the role of educator since2003.  She developed a revolutionary Lymphatic Drainage Technique program that provides a broad educational spectrum and has developed a certification option for three levels: practitioner, advanced practitioner, and master practitioner. Her training program provides an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, an understanding of diseases that stem from a compromised lymphatic system, and a strong focus on how to create customized plans for each client health situation.   The motto for her training is  ‘Where Science Meets The Art of Intuition’.  

To continue providing top tier, up to date support for her clients and students, Denise routinely completes continuous education in Lymphatic by attending training from other experts in the field, attending Lymphatic seminars in the US and internationally, and keeping up with current lymphatic research. Her passion and expertise for Lymphatic work is well known and highly respected.

CE Credits: 4 Hours

Cost: $189 ($234 if registering within 7 days of class)

PREREQUISITES ARE: HEAD/NECK/BRAIN CLASS C114 OR T305/E305 FULL BODY LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE TECHNIQUE TAKEN SINCE 2017.

This class will review the Head/Neck/Brain Lymphatic Drainage Technique routine.  It will be a 4-hour class that will provide demonstration of the routine and opportunity for students to practice the routine under instructor supervision.  No lecture is held during this class; only demonstration and hands-on.

Massage tables are provided in the class.  Students will need to bring their own linens and lubrication/lymphatic essential oils to the class.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

Prerequisite: Any full body lymphatic drainage training; not necessarily at Cumberland Institute

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $260.00 ($310.00 if registering within 7 days of class)

This class is designed to understand the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system and to develop the skill to palpate/stimulate the abdominal area, assisting in lymphatic drainage.

This class is a combination of lecture and hands-on bodywork; mostly clothed work. Lecture handouts will be given.  Please bring your own sheets, blankets, lubrication and lymphatic essential oils for your own usage. Massage tables are provided. 

A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby. Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $265.00 ($310.00 if registering within 7 days of class)

Prerequisites: The 10-week Lymphatic Drainage course in 2017 or later and C321 Fascia Techniques (or other Fascia class) or Craniosacral Therapy E502 at Cumberland or Upledger Course.

This is a part of the Advanced Abdominal Lymphatics series presented by Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT.  This class will discuss the overall function of the heart and lung including the seasonal cycle and 24-cycle of the two organs.   The class will also provide you with tools to assess from client’s problem description and actions, if heart or lung need to be addressed during their session by learning to recognize emotional and physical components. Additionally, the class will touch on the visceral connections of the heart and lung and how that can affect other parts of the body.  Lastly, you will be taught a Lymphatic Drainage Technique routine that will help to move the lymphatics of both the heart and lung.

This class is a combination of lecture and hands-on bodywork.

What to Bring:  Sheets, Face Cradle Cover, Blanket, Lubrication and Essential Oils for your usage.  Some lecture materials will be provided, bring a pen or pencil to take notes.  Massage tables are provided.

A lunch break will be taken midday.  You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

CE Credits: 20 Hours

Cost: $495 ($540 if registering within 7 days of class)

No Prerequisites.  This class is designed to teach you to move stagnate lymph to boost the immune system, clean sinus, reduce swelling, increase circulation and speed healing.

The entire Lymphatic system will be addressed within this class. It is a nurturing and relaxing massage for those who may not be able to tolerate deep pressure. Head, Neck & Brain work is the basis for all Lymphatic Drainage and can be easily integrated with other modalities.

What to bring: Set of sheets, face cradle cover & blanket for each day of class for your personal use, your favorite lubrication, 1 hand towel per day and materials to take notes.  Massage tables are provided.  

 A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $265 ($310 if registering within 7 days of class)

This class is designed to teach advanced lymphatic techniques to move lymph from the neck, head and brain.

Prerequisites: The 10-week Lymphatic Drainage course in 2017 or later or C114 – Lymphatic for Head, Neck & Brain in 2016/2017 class at Cumberland. In addition to Cumberland classes above, each therapist should also have taken a minimum of one of the following:

• C321 – Fascial Freedom Techniques taught at Cumberland
• Myofascial Release 1 by John Barnes
• T502 – Craniosacral Therapy 10-week class taught at Cumberland
• Upledger’s CS1 Certification

The review is minimal, so be sure that you have been actively using the lymphatic head/neck/brain sequence. Lymphatic Drainage is the basis for this class and will be demonstrating how to integrate with other modalities.

What to Bring: 1 set of sheets, face cradle cover, blanket/throw, 1 hand towel, lymphatic lubrication/essential oils.  Wear comfortable clothes and bring materials to take notes. Massage tables are provided.

A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby.

Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $265.00 ($310.00 if registering within 7 days of class)

This class is designed to teach advanced lymphatic techniques to move lymph from the hands, arms, feet and legs. This class is mostly all hands-on.

Prerequisites: The 10-week Lymphatic Drainage course in 2017 or later. In addition to Cumberland classes above, each therapist should also have taken a minimum of one of the following:

• C321 – Fascial Freedom Techniques taught at Cumberland
• Myofascial Release 1 by John Barnes
• T502 – Craniosacral Therapy 10-week class taught at Cumberland
• Upledger’s CS1 Certification

The review is minimal, so be sure that you have been actively using the lymphatic full body sequence. Lymphatic Drainage is the basis for this class and will be demonstrating how to integrate with other modalities.

This will be clothed work. Please bring your own sheets, blankets, lubrication and lymphatic essential oils for your own usage. Massage tables are provided. Please wear comfortable clothing with regards to the shirt - be sure there is easy access to the neck (anterior and posterior). Some lecture material will be provided, bring a pen or pencil to take notes. 

A lunch break will be taken midday. You may bring your lunch, or eat at one of the many restaurants located nearby. Call Teresa Greene at 615-370-9794 if you have any questions.