TRAINING
Technique MEBP® Massage for Children with Special Needs
Do you want to be certified in a unique technique that will make a difference in the lives of children with special needs?
Are you a motivated, committed, and passionate massage therapist?
Are you ready to take it to another level, to stand out from other massage therapists?
Are you aware of near or far by this clientele?
Technique MEBP® training focuses on the theoretical knowledge of certain neurodevelopmental disorders
and the practice of specific manipulations adapted to this clientele. With Technique MEBP®,
certified practitioners have the necessary skills and knowledge for all levels.
Thanks to a range of tools specific to Technique MEBP®, such as observation charts and questionnaires completed by the parents of the child, certified practitioners can recognize the emotional, physical and sensorial needs of the child and set the appropriate objectives in order to ensure a thorough and professional follow-up.
Once certified, you will have the right to use the registered name Technique MEBP®,
after signing the trademark license.
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Technique MEBP® Training
Complete, detailed
course workbook
including theory and practice.
Technique MEBP® Official documents:
o Visual massage routines
o Self-massage visual routine
o Questionnaires, observation grids
Access to Podia, our virtual classroom, where you can watch the videos on thereotical modules
Exclusive and private Facebook group to ensure a constant support and feedback
Private Facebook group for all certified practitioners.
This group gives you the support of all members if you have any questions, requests for reference or advices.
Unity is strength!
Your certification will give you the right to use the registered name Technique MEBP®*
*under certain conditions
French and English materials
Access to official and personalized promotional material such as business cards, flyers, t-shirts and rollup. *
* fees apply
Here is what you will learn:
OBJECTIVE 1 : ACQUIRING A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF THE MAIN DISORDERS AND SYNDROMES AFFECTING CHILDREN
Understand the different signs and characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity
Disorder (ADHD), Dys’abilities, anxiety disorders, Sensory Process Disorders (SPD) and Tourette's Syndrome (TS)
OBJECTIVE 2 : ADJUSTING TECHNIQUES AND SURROUNDINGS TO MEET NEEDS
Establishing a Massage Routine
Recognizing the Child’s Needs Based on the forms and questionnaires exclusive to Technique MEBP®
Adapting the Swedish Massage Manipulations and Integrating the Shiatsu Manipulations
How Massage Contributes to the Proprioceptive System
Adapting the Environment Using Different Tools
Contraindications
OBJECTIVE 3 : INTERACTING AND COMMUNICATING ADEQUATELY WITH A CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Adapting the Approach and Interaction
How to Communicate Adequately with the Child
Understanding and Managing the Different Possible Reactions
Learning to Use Their Special Interests During the Massage
How to Communicate Adequately with the Parent
OBJECTIVE 4 : KNOWLEDGE OF THE VARIOUS PROFESSIONALS
Recognizing the Limits of Massage Therapy and Situations Where Referring to Another Health’s Specialist Is Necessary
Knowing the Different Specialists Who Are Involved with Children
This training is for you if ...
You are ready to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs
You are ready to take it to another level, to stand out from the crowd
You are motivated, engaged and passionate about your job, but you feel that you are missing a string in your bow
You already are a massage therapist
This training is not for you if ...
You want to find a method to cure autism (autism cannot be cured, it is not a disease ...)
You only want to add hours to your massage therapy cursus
You don't want to adapt your massage for children with special needs
You are not already a massage therapist
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Technique MEBP® adapted to adults
This training is not yet available in english. Ask your trainer for further follow-up.
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Technique MEBP® Teachers
Mélissa Boulanger
A pioneer in her field, Mélissa Boulanger is the founder of
Technique MEBP®, Massage for Children with Special Needs.
Graduated in Shiatsu and Swedish massage, she's certify
TQUK Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) and
an Approved Training Provider by IPHM International Practitioners of Holistic Medecine.
Luce Jacques
Luce Jacques is a registered massage therapist from the Fédération Québécoise des Massothérapeutes.
Special Education Technician, she has stood out for many years in supporting people with special needs.
She teaches Technique MEBP® in Quebec, Canada (French language).
Dorothée Jabiol
Dorothée Jabiol is a registered massage therapist of the Fédération Française de Shiatsu Masunaga.
Specialised educator in Autism Spectrum Disorder for the past fifteen years, she supports people with special needs as well as their families. She teaches the Technique MEBP® in Europe (French language).
Aline Boillod
Aline Boillod is a specialised educator, massage therapist and esthetician in the homes of people with special needs as well as in specialised establishments. She is continuously trained to meet the needs of the individual and their family.
She teaches the Technique MEBP® in Europe (French language).
Isabelle Savard Zahno
From Quebec, Isabelle Savard Zahno is massage therapist, sophrologist and relaxologist established in Switzerland for more than 20 years.
Mother of an autistic child, she is currently completing university training (C.A.S) in autism intervention. She also accompanies autistic adolescents and adults.
She teaches the Technique MEBP® in Europe (French language).
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