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• Ep. 39: Unlocking the Secrets to a Successful Massage Therapy Practice with Cindy Slack
• Ep. 35: Building a Successful Massage Business with Valarie Karpiel
• Ep. 6: How to Grow Your Massage Therapy Practice Through Adaptability and Relationship Building With Steve Cartlidge

If you’ve ever wondered how some massage therapists stay booked, avoid burnout, and keep loving the work for decades, this episode is for you. Julie sits down with massage therapist, clinic owner, mentor, and podcast host Krista Dicks for a thoughtful conversation about building a sustainable career in massage therapy. Together, they explore how the right work environment, authentic client relationships, strong referral habits, and values-based marketing can support both longevity and fulfillment. Krista also shares insights on mentorship, confidence, taking intentional pauses, and why small, genuine actions often have the biggest impact on business growth.

• Preventing burnout by working in the right environment
• Building referrals through genuine client relationships
• Staying authentic in your massage practice
• Mentorship, confidence, and career longevity
• Local networking and community-based marketing
• Taking breaks without guilt
• Using empathy to strengthen client trust
• Continuing education as a tool for growth

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Massage therapists have the best stories—and now there’s a book to prove it. In this solo episode, host Julie Alexander announces Tales From the Table, a crowd-sourced collection of real-world stories from licensed massage therapists. Julie shares what kinds of submissions she’s seeking, simple guidelines to keep the project professional, and why showcasing authentic experiences can shift public perception of massage therapy from “spa day” to evidence-informed health care. You’ll learn exactly how to submit your story (typed or recorded), how contributors will be credited, and how this book aims to both educate the public and amplify therapists’ businesses.

• Why a shared story collection can change how the public understands massage therapy
• What to submit: funny, heartfelt, and lesson-rich client or practice stories
• Professional guidelines (keep it clean, ethical, and aligned with licensed practice)
• Credit options for contributors: named feature with links or anonymous
• How the book will promote therapists and strengthen industry collaboration

Submit your story here

Contact me for a free sample:
email - info@handcraftedtherapy.com
text/call - 972-658-7722

Order it online: handcraftedtherapysupplies.com

Visit our store:
3303 North Central Expressway #240
Plano, TX 75023

Check out our Tales from the Table Book (coming soon) or Submit a story here

Connect with Julie Alexander and Handcrafted Therapy Join our email list! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/HKY9uFv

To learn more about Julie Alexander, LMT, and Handcrafted Therapy Events and Wellness Center, head over to www.handcraftedtherapy.com

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Curious about how homeopathy can address everything from everyday stress to chronic illness and even provide support during cancer care? In this insightful episode of the Handcrafted Therapy Podcast, homeopathic practitioner Stephanie Kononovich joins host Julie Alexander to demystify the world of homeopathics for both therapists and everyday listeners. You’ll discover what homeopathy is, how diluted remedies actually work energetically in the body, and why it’s more than just a “placebo effect.”

Stephanie shares stories from her own practice treating infants, children, and adults for a wide range of conditions, explains the relationship between emotional trauma, physical health, and chronic symptoms, and discusses when to turn to homeopathy versus traditional medicine. You’ll learn about integrative approaches for massage therapists, safety and contraindications, real-world tips for choosing effective remedies, and what to look for in a qualified practitioner.

If you’re curious about natural health solutions, want to empower your clients with holistic options, or are seeking gentle alternatives to pharmaceuticals, this episode is a must-listen. Unlock the science, dispel the myths, and find holistic inspiration for your own health journey.

Topics Discussed in this Episode:

• Practical uses of homeopathic remedies
• Emotional wellness through natural therapies
• Integrating homeopathy with massage therapy
• Homeopathic approaches to chronic conditions
• Addressing stress and gut health

About Stephanie Kononovich​

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Contact me for a free sample:
email - info@handcraftedtherapy.com
text/call - 972-658-7722

Order it online: handcraftedtherapysupplies.com

Visit our store:
3303 North Central Expressway #240
Plano, TX 75023

Contact me for a free sample:
email - info@handcraftedtherapy.com
text/call - 972-658-7722

Order it online: handcraftedtherapysupplies.com

Visit our store:
3303 North Central Expressway #240
Plano, TX 75023

Check out our Tales from the Table Book (coming soon) or Submit a story here

Connect with Julie Alexander and Handcrafted Therapy Join our email list! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/HKY9uFv

To learn more about Julie Alexander, LMT, and Handcrafted Therapy Events and Wellness Center, head over to www.handcraftedtherapy.com

Join the Handcrafted Therapy Facebook community at: https://www.facebook.com/handcraftedtherapy Or on Handcrafted Therapy’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@handcraftedtherapy