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Cumberland Institute - Continuing Education Division



Lymphatic

Advanced Lymphatics for the Duodenum, Stomach, Pancreas & Spleen (C119)

$330

with Denise Gleason

Calendar Apr 22, 2024 at 9 am

PLEASE SEE PREREQUISITES FOR THIS CLASS BELOW BEFORE REGISTERING

CE Credits: 13 Hours

Cost: $330.00 ($375.00 if registering within 7 days of class)

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 OR
  • Myofascial Release 1 by John Barnes
  • T502 – Craniosacral Therapy 10-week class taught at Cumberland OR
  • 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 class is a part of the Advanced Lymphatics Abdominal series presented by Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT.  This class will discuss the overall function of the Duodenum, Stomach, Pancreas and Spleen including the seasonal cycle and 24-hour cycle of the organs. The class will also provide you with tools to assess from client’s problem description and actions, if these four organs 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 four organs 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 all four organs.

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.

Payment plan available: $110 deposit plus 2 payments of $73.33, paid weekly. Final payment of $73.34.

Advanced Lymphatic for Head, Neck & Brain(C113)

$250

with Denise Gleason

Calendar May 20, 2024 at 8:30 am

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $250 ($295 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.

Payment plan available: $85 deposit plus 3 payments of $55.00, paid every two weeks.

Advanced Lymphatic Technique for Liver & Gallbladder(C117)

$250

with Denise Gleason

Calendar May 21, 2024 at 8:30 am

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $250.00 ($295.00 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) and Craniosacral Therapy E502 at Cumberland or Upledger Course.

The Advanced Lymphatic Drainage Technique class is a part of the Advanced Abdominal Lymphatics series presented by Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT.  This class will discuss the overall function of the liver and gallbladder 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 liver and gallbladder 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 liver and gallbladder 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 liver and gallbladder.  

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.

Payment plan available: $83 deposit plus 2 payments of $55.66, paid every two weeks. Final payment of $55.68.

Advanced Lymphatics for the Small & Large Intestine (C120)

$250

with Denise Gleason

Calendar Jun 14, 2024 at 8:30 am

PLEASE SEE PREREQUISITES FOR THIS CLASS BELOW BEFORE REGISTERING

CE Credits: 8 Hours

Cost: $250.00 ($295.00 if registering within 7 days of class)

This class is designed to teach advanced lymphatic techniques to move lymph from the small and large intestine.

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

The Advanced Lymphatic Drainage Technique class is a part of the Advanced Lymphatics Abdominal series presented by Denise Gleason, LMT, CLT.  This class will discuss the overall function of the Small (excluding duodenum) and large intestine including the seasonal cycle and 24 hour cycle of the two systems.   The class will also provide you with tools to assess from client’s problem description and actions, if these two systems 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 small and large intestine 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 the small and large intestine.  

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.

Payment plan available: $83 deposit plus 2 payments of $83.50, paid every four weeks.

Lymphatic Drainage Technique(T305)

$1,040

with Denise Gleason

Calendar Jul 13, 2024 at 9 am

CE Credits: 42 Hours - this is a full body CMT class that will meet over 3 weekends: July 13-14, August 10-11 & September 14-15, 2024.  You must attend all 6 days to complete the class.  THIS CLASS HAS A LIMIT of 14 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 practicing Lymphatic Drainage Massage for many years, with a majority of clients who are breast cancer survivors in various stages of healing. She received certification as a Lymphedema Therapist at the Academy of Lymphatic Studies. This certification included Complete Decongestive Therapy and Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage Techniques. She is a certified fitter of compression garments for Juzo and Jobst, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Ki-of-Life Learning Center, an organization assisting cancer patients in exploring healing through nutrition and alternative techniques.

Payment plan available: $347 deposit plus 7 payments of $99.00, paid every two weeks.

Lymphatic Techniques for Head/Neck/Brain(C114)

$480

with Denise Gleason

Calendar Oct 9, 2024 at 9 am

CE Credits: 20 Hours

Cost: $480 ($525 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.

Payment plan available: $160 deposit plus 5 payments of $53.33, paid every four weeks. Final payment of $53.35.

Understanding How to Massage Lymphedema Patients(C116)

$179

with Denise Gleason

Calendar Nov 8, 2024 at 9 am

CE Credits: 4 Hours

Cost: $179 ($224 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.

Payment plan available: $60 deposit plus 4 payments of $29.75, paid every four weeks.

Understanding How to Massage Lymphedema Patients(C116)

$179

with Denise Gleason

Calendar Dec 6, 2024 at 9 am

CE Credits: 4 Hours

Cost: $179 ($224 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.

Payment plan available: $60 deposit plus 4 payments of $29.75, paid every four weeks.




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