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Peace Love and Bodywork, LLC
Jill Shepherd, Board Certified Massage Therapist

My Credentials

Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)

I have been a Board Certified Bodyworker since 1999.  Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork is the highest voluntary credential a massage therapist can obtain within the profession—it is above and beyond entry level state licensure. By becoming Board Certified, I represent a community of therapists who have gone above standard educational and work experience requirements with a dedicated and lifelong commitment to continuing education. Furthermore, I live up to higher standards and ethics in alignment with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).

To achieve my Board Certification, I provided proof of a minimum of 750 hours of education, 250 hours of professional, hands-on work experience, passed a criminal background check, agreed to uphold NCBTMB's Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, and passed the Board Certification Exam. By passing the BCETMB and meeting all requirements, I demonstrate advanced assessment and critical thinking skills, as well as a commitment to excellence. I wear the credentials BCTMB with pride for myself, my profession, and, most importantly, my clients.

American Massage Therapy Association, Member since 1998

I have been an Active, Professional Member since 1998.  The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) is the largest non-profit, professional association serving massage therapists, students and schools. The many benefits of membership include top notch education, liability insurance, access to the latest research in massage therapy, networking and community and career guidance.  AMTA also provides a Find A Massage Therapist locator service available to the public.

Why Choose an AMTA Member as Your Massage Therapist?

  • AMTA members are the most trusted massage therapists in the United States.
  • Members must meet AMTA membership requirements.
  • Members adhere to a professionally recognized code of ethics and standards of practice.
  • Members are committed to continuing their professional education and development.

Maya Arvigo International Association (MAIA)

I have been a Professional and Spiritual Healing Practitioner of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™ since 2005.  The Maya Arvigo International Association (MAIA) is a professional organization chartered to support Arvigo Practitioners and advance the profession. MAIA provides means for networking, practice development, web development and management, newsletters, advertising, and office support. The Arvigo Institute, from its inception, has managed and operated MAIA for the benefit of existing practitioners. The MAIA Board works collaboratively with The Arvigo Institute to support its membership.  Would you like to know more about Maya Abdominal Therapy?  Click the link below:

https://arvigotherapy.com/content/definition-and-history