THE MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM IS OPEN FOR
admittance for a January 2025 Start
We are taking applications now- through December 15, with a strict Dec 15 registration deadline. There will be no late registration ~ Welcoming calls and visits!
625-750 hour program ~ On site PUBLIC CLINIC
$8,800.00 tuition Application on FAQ page
~ Payment Plan Available
~ 3684 W. LIBERTY ROAD 734-769-7794 CALL US!
~ Please see FAQ for detailed information
Our instructors have many years of experience in the classic health care sciences, in Massage Therapy practice, and in many forms of credentialed Continuing Education.
They bring a wide background of world travel, recreation, client care, and associated healing arts to the classical and evolving nature of our curriculum.
In addition to core staff listed below, AASM welcomes
Guest Instructors who bring special topics , as well as mentoring and featuring Teaching Assistants who bring special insights to enrich our learning experiences.
We also look forward to hosting several LYMHATIC MASSAGE continuing education certification workshops in 2024.
Mary Light, ND MH LMT, Director of the School
Mary is a Traditional Naturopath (ND), Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and Clinical Medicinal Herbalist. She founded this school and also founded Gaia Center for Herbal Studies, a community learning center. She trained extensively from 1991 through 1999, and beyon.
Paola Bardell , LMT graduated from AASM, and brought previous experience with her as an independent scholar of Thai Bodywork, Lymphatic Massage, and certifications as aesthetician. She has a private practice in the Ann Arbor and metro area.
Paola grew up in Peru , and brings a warm, detail oriented and nurturing energy to the school.
Patti Stephen, LMT , graduated from AASM, and is transitioning from a 23 year career as a Dental Hygienist. She brings concern for the academic development of students, while acting as a mentor for developing effective and comfortable hands-on massage styles.
Thanks again for the time at the school. You hosted an amazing year for me there!
~ Carter Johnson
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My experience was wonderful! Aubre was outstanding! She listened and I can’t say enough! She will go a long way! One of a kind! My nephew was very impressed with his first massage! Thank you ! I will be back!
I'm very happy with my decision to go to AASM. By the time the training was over, I was a competent massage therapist (as were all my classmates). I had the tools needed to start my business. I hit the ground running and haven’t looked back after a significant career change to massage therapy.
~ Karen Lang, LMT , Revitalize Massage And Wellnes, LLC
Mary Light , ND ,MH, LMT and the faculty offered to us that rare blend of old school structure and academic support combined with deep clinical experience , energy medicine wisdom- and humor!
I am very glad I chose this established smaller school - I am doing what want now, in my professional life, in such a satisfying way. ~ C.F.
Lisa Bozeman - a testimonial
I don’t usually write reviews but I myself feel a responsibility to ENCOURAGE people to use this School. I have learned more from Mary Light and her teachers in 10 MONTHS than I learned in over 20 YEARS of both self and school study of natural medicine and holistic care. Her non-linear and hands-on way of teaching taught me to TEACH MYSELF and to develope the critical thinking skills that are necessary and so important in the world of natural healing. Anything can be memorized and put down on paper like most schools, but it’s useless if we don’t understand the basics, the root of natural medicine and how to THINK. This is what Mary does. Not only that but she personally and intimately understands and works with each student. She cares what they get out their education beyond the certificate and is never too busy to give of herself and share her knowledge and great love of natural healing at any time - in or out of the classroom. I first completed a 3 month course in Herbal Medicine in the Spring. Then I was allowed to start a very enjoyable apprenticeship at the school and later that Fall started the 2 year Naturopathic program. Mary personally worked with me to make this possible through any challenges I had. I learned how to support the health of a handicapped toddler with significant health issues at a time when doctors and specialists had nothing to offer. I would recommend this School a hundred times over to anyone who really wants to learn TRUE natural medicine in the real world.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Be aware that some CE and Classes are not affiliated with the "State of Michigan". and are rather the private teachings of credentialed practitioners. The offerings listed below are not "diploma programs". NCBTMB WHEN INDICATED.
We are committed to evolving CE as a living, hands on process for those who desire to learn and practice on a deeper level , resulting in better outcomes and enhanced client/therapist service. It is necessary to register for our classes and workshops in advance.
Foot Reflexology as a Session Menu Item NCB
When: September 5 and 6, 930-430 NCB
Join us as we cover the theory, methods , and practice of Foot Reflexology, inclusive of safety, contraindications, and benefits.
This class will require four documented sessions to be submitted after the training, with Documentation guidelines provided!
Upon completion, participants will be confident to give this session within their practice, and to integrate it into overall massage therapy sessions.
CE- 16. Cost: $250.00 Advance registration is necessary for this program.
Mary Light has designed CE for Foot Reflexology since 2000. She values this bodywork /massage method as invaluable to introduce clients to the benefits of touch therapy, and to tonify the nervous system, induce improved sleep, and raise awareness for Foot Structure health.
ALSO HOSTING THESE TOPICS AND TEACHERS
- BODY SCULPTING WITH TERESA HENSLEY NCB
to be announced
NOVEMBER 9 & 10- MYOFASCIAL LYMPHATIC MASSAGE
register through www.pumplymphatics.com NCB
HERBAL MEDICINE SERIES September 21 through Dec 21,
6 class meetings, $800.00, Third Saturdays plus an additional Saturday October and Nov. 930-230
NATURAL MEDICINE ONE YEAR CERTIFICATION - Private Teachings of Mary Light
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More to come, welcoming CE providers to contact us, and we will be adding workshops and topics in the days ahead.
NATURAL MEDICINE & HERBAL MEDICINE ONE YEAR CERTIFICATION SERIES
From the Private and Teaching practice of Mary Light, ND MH LMT
January through December 2025 Early registration required. We are offering these teachings again after a bit of a hiatus! The events and awakenings of the past several years for empowerment as to holistic health knowledge, has set our office a-buzz with requests to learn and integrate natural medicine and herbal therapeutics knowledge. Hence, we offer this training, along with this description and overview:
What and Why The Learning Objectives and syllabus draft will make clear what this consists of. But why? How can a participant or graduate use this knowledge? Frankly, the healing(s) students will experience are worth the tuition fee alone.
One becomes empowered, and this training is often taken for personal enrichment, as a benefit to one’s family, as an adjunct to former training and professional endeavor, and a gateway to relevant continuing education. This knowledge will support business endeavors, current consulting services, and existing holistic identities.
INVESTMENT $2,800.—PLUS $500 MATERIALS FEES. It is possible to set up a limited payment plan or 1/3 - 1/3/ - 1/3WHEN 3RD Saturdays, 930- - 430 . Assignments are given to give continuity and support to each training day. Required books/equipment listed to enrollees. OVERVIEWThere are EIGHT PILLARS OF NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTICE – Herbal Therapeutics, Bodywork, Hydrotherapy, Movement, Healing Diets, Energy Medicine, Sleep & Rest Dynamics, and , Education & Counsel. In this training we integrate and experience all of them, with lecture, demonstrations, hands on practical applications, and field experience. You will complete each segment with ever more knowledge, skills and personal healing.I begin with the theoretical model- this is very important to understand the difference between traditional naturopathy approach vs allopathic “conventional” medical approach.
From here I explore, define, and discuss with the students each of the eight Pillars, with examples of each. Students will be given a FIELD WORK JOURNAL to chart and document their experiences and hands on assignments between class meetings.There is no extensive book work, however, there is some required reading and some recommended reading for continuity and clarity. A personal equipment list for students to obtain is as follows: hot water bottle, brush for dry skin brushing, hand size loofah, several cloths and towels, a set of linens for in-class work (we provide tables); cocoa butter, fragrance free lotion, Hexane free castor oil , 32 oz bottle; two pillow cases. It is essential that students cease using fragrances in oils, lotions, and laundry cleaning materials- including those they wear and bring to class. Participants will be given numerous samples of nutritive and herbal formulations during this series.
I welcome your questions - 734-769-7794 ~ Mary Light ND MH LMTRegistration is open now, with a December 15 deadline!
HERBAL MEDICINE SERIES 2024 application>>>
HERBAL & NATURAL MEDICINE TRAINING SERIES A certificate series
Achievement of the assignment of the full series conveys
a Certificate in Herbal Studies
WE MEET ONCE A MONTH, THIRD SATURDAY excepting August. 930-230. Bring something for your lunch to eat at our site, as there will be no time to go out and pick up lunch. January 20 onward.
Students will learn to create, make, store, apply, and use a variety of herbal medicines upon completion. Students will directly learn which body systems/ physiology and conditions the herbal formulations should be used for, or applied to.
OUTLINE- with the awareness that commentary, teachings, and answers to questions are provided by Mary Light, ND MH LMT -content that is relevant to in-class meetings and cannot be written out here - here is a general outline plan taking us through 2024:
( may deviate from)
Herbal studies series May through 2025 and beyond…. Class is third Saturday of the month
May 18 SHORT RAMBLE in the Saginaw forest area, which abuts our studio! Most\medicinal plants will be at the edges, and we can look deeper in to see what is up and identify LEARNING TO USE PROFESSIONAL FIELD GUIDES.
Sensory Experience , in identifying herbs in their formulated and raw states. Evaluating quality and medicinal signatures. Focus on the nervous system and nervous herbs and their contribution to our holistic health. A medicine- making station of tables- extracts, oil infusions, water infusions, vinegar infusions.
JUNE – Addressing first aid, camping and outdoor/wilderness use of botanical formulations and remedies for stings, abrasions, travel sickness including digestive, rashes, hygiene in primitive areas, poultices, and first responses for injuries.
ASSIGNMENT and discussion/guidance of the Program Project of individual students creating two different products which they will bring in and present in October! Using medicine making skills of infusions, decoctions, oil infusions, vinegar infusions, and tincture extracts using alcohol. Review and discussion of refining any medicine- making methods.
JULY - Introduction to Seasonal and winter medicine making and seasonal health challenges, and their protocols. The time to learn about this and prepare your Home Farmacy and apothecary is now! Before the changes come to us in mid fall.
SEPTEMBER - This is a wonderful time to look at late blooming plants and roots. To that end, Adaptogens - a topic large enough to go into OCTOBER as well- the experience of them and their effects and uses- are our focus.
FALL IN GENERAL- we have a healthy sized class , and during this time we will enjoy learning about the different presentations of each individuals STUDENT PROJECT , sampling their products, and integrating and discussing the possible variations of each product. This has always been a fulfilling and confidence building assignment for everyone concerned!
Mary light OFFERS CONSULTATIONS BY APPOINTMENT, USING TRADITIONAL NATUROPATHY AND HERBAL THERAPEUTICS AS PRIMARY GUIDELINES FOR A HEALING PROGRAM . hER RATE FOR AN INITIAL CONSULTATION IS 194.00 tHE RATE FOR AN INITIAL INTAKE/CONSULTATION IS $195.00
This is HANDS ON EXPERIENTIAL TIME, with supplementation to the program with ASSIGNMENTS, FIELD WORK outside of class via a documentation booklet given to students. Students will be required to read some text, and obtain 2 or more required reference books. The mission of the series is to empower participants in the use and understanding of applied natural medicine and herbal medicine methods and techniques for personal or clinical use.
LOCATION: Our Studio / Apothecary 3684 w. Liberty road ANN ARBOR MICHIGAN 48103 734-769-7794
FEES - $1,500.00 tuition fee to be paid up front in cash. There are monthly materials fees of $25.00 per person, paid in cash There are no scholarships , loans, or deferred payments. There may be a waiting list for placement
TO REGISTER : CALL , TEXT, 734-769-7794 OR E MAIL nshaassociates@gmail.com. You may fill out your application and pay at our location or have an application send and then mail in your registration with a check.
MATERIALS
Materials for the on- premises hands on work are supplied within the program fees. Samples of medicinal products are given to students as covered by lab fees.
Students are expected to gather some of their own materials at their own cost, for development of home apothecary, and to pay for their own recommended books.
Books: Field Guide to North Central and North Eastern Wildflowers, Peterson. Do not buy a field guide to “medicinal plants”. Use this title. Any edition.
The New Holistic Herbal by David Hoffman. Any edition. Books are not required, but they are recommended. A used edition is fine.
MARY LIGHT, ND MH LMT is a medicinal clinical herbalist of 20+ years experience as teacher, master herbalist, consultant, and practitioner. She maintains an apothecary on the site of her State Licensed school, established in 2009. www.naturopathicschoolofannarbor.net
testimonial
Lisa Bozeman - a testimonial
I don’t usually write reviews but I myself feel a responsibility to ENCOURAGE people to use this School. I have learned more from Mary Light and her teachers in 10 MONTHS than I learned in over 20 YEARS of both self and school study of natural medicine and holistic care. Her non-linear and hands-on way of teaching taught me to TEACH MYSELF and to develop the critical thinking skills that are necessary and so important in the world of natural healing. Anything can be memorized and put down on paper like most schools, but it’s useless if we don’t understand the basics, the root of natural medicine and how to THINK. This is what Mary does. Not only that but she personally and intimately understands and works with each student. She cares what they get out their education beyond the certificate and is never too busy to give of herself and share her knowledge and great love of natural healing at any time - in or out of the classroom. I first completed a 3 month course in Herbal Medicine in the Spring. Then I was allowed to start a very enjoyable apprenticeship at the school and later that Fall started the 2 year Naturopathic program. Mary personally worked with me to make this possible through any challenges I had. I learned how to support the health of a handicapped toddler with significant health issues at a time when doctors and specialists had nothing to offer. I would recommend this School a hundred times over to anyone who really wants to learn TRUE natural medicine in the real world.
THE PRIVATE PRACTICE OF MARY LIGHT , ND MH LMT - SEE THIS PDF:
