Massage Support for Mastectomy & Top Surgery
Gentle, trauma-aware massage therapy for breast and chest surgery recovery
Ethical care for patients. Evidence-informed training for therapists
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Welcome to The Mastectomy Guide
We offer gentle, evidence-informed massage therapy support for people healing from mastectomy, top surgery, or elective breast surgery.
Our mission is to provide compassionate care for patients and trusted training for massage therapists.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Free transformational event!
Learn 3 Keys to Overcome Pain, Boredom, and Burnout - 120 mins Free Masterclass
Date: May 3 at 3pm PST (6pm EST)
Location: Virtual (Join from the comfort of your own space)
- ✨ Explore why pain, boredom, and burnout are often a mismatch between how you’re working and who you’re working with
- ✨ Learn how gentler, skilled touch and working with aligned client populations can support career longevity
- ✨ Discover how post-mastectomy and breast/chest care offer meaningful, clinically rich opportunities
- ✨ Begin crafting a personalized roadmap toward a more sustainable, body-friendly massage practice
- ✨ Connect in a live, interactive setting designed for reflection, discussion, and clarity
Together, we’ll explore how to build a sustainable massage practice that supports your body and your purpose. Click the button below to join us live on Zoom.
Register Now - it's FREE!
Massage Therapists: Intro to Mastectomy Massage
See the 3 Gaps in Post-Surgical Care and How to Begin Bridging Them
Date: May 27–29 at 11am–2pm PST (Wed/Thu/Fri) + BONUS Day 4, May 30 at 11am - 12pm PST (Fri)
Location: Virtual (Join from the comfort of your own space)
This live 3-day online training helps massage therapists understand the realities of post-surgical breast and chest care. Through guided teaching, live discussion, and practical insights, you’ll begin building the clarity and confidence to support this population safely.
🎟 Tickets just $38 (90% off — value $380)
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Clinical Skill Training: Comprehensive Intensive
6-day LIVE Intensive (54 hours)
Date: June 16–18 & June 23–25, 2026 (Two 3-day weekdays: Tuesday–Thursday)
Location: Virtual (Join from the comfort of your own space)
This program is for you if you like to do short intense immersions, so you can learn what you need and get back to your practice as quickly as possible.
You will learn everything needed to provide high-level care for people going through:
- breast cancer surgery
- elective breast surgery
- gender affirming top surgery
This program offers just the technical training for new tools in your toolbox, without the mentorship, business training or private community present in our Mentorship Academy.
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Clinical Skills Training, plus How To Get New Clients and Build Strong Referral Networks
200 hr 6-month LIVE Immersion Program. Learn Under the Guidance of a Mentor and within a Supportive Community
Date: Starts on October 1, 2026 (Virtual program)
Location: Virtual (Join from the comfort of your own space)
This is for you if you are serious about getting the best skills you can get, working on acute, subacute, and chronic patients under the guidance of a mentor, and gaining business and marketing skills to open your practice to this beautiful demographic.
- Community support gets you results with the changes you're looking to make
- Overcome boredom and burnout by working with a fascinating population who really appreciates you, and a light touch
- Build a sustainable and profitable massage practice that gets new clients in the door, while positively impacting your local community
Save your slot for our October 1, 2026 start!
Elevate your skills. Build a thriving massage therapy practice. Connect with a supportive community.
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In-Person Training: Comprehensive Intensive Retreat
10-Day Clinical Readiness Retreat (Hands-On Training)
Date: October 21–31, 2026 (Arrival October 20 · Departure November 1)
Location: Naramata, British Columbia, Canada
This program is for you if you want a fully immersive, hands-on experience, so you can build real clinical confidence and integrate your skills in a supportive retreat setting.
You will learn everything needed to provide high-level care for people going through:
- breast cancer surgery
- elective breast surgery
- gender affirming top surgery
This program combines clinical training, supervised practice with real post-surgical patients, and a deeply supportive learning environment.
Register today to save your spot!
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