Therapist Training - Level 1 Foundation
IPHM accredited
A grounded foundation for therapists ready to deepen their treatments and their own embodied practice.
This foundational training is designed for therapists who want to confidently integrate Facial Gua Sha into their professional work - while also deepening their own self-care and energetic awareness.
This self study training supports you to work with Facial Gua Sha as a professional modality - not just a technique.
Facial Gua Sha Foundation Course
Supporting deeper outcomes through mindful touch
Rooted in traditional Facial Gua Sha techniques and supported by modern therapeutic understanding, this course offers a clear, practical pathway into working with Gua Sha in a way that feels safe, intuitive, and effective for both therapist and client.
With over 25 years’ experience as an holistic therapist, Katie Blake has trained thousands of therapists worldwide. This course reflects her depth of clinical experience, clarity of teaching, and respect for the subtle, energetic nature of this work.
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A clear, practical foundation in Facial Gua Sha for professional use
Confidence in selecting and using tools & oils safely and effectively within treatments
Step-by-step techniques to release facial tension, reduce puffiness, and support lymphatic flow
Greater sensitivity and presence in your therapeutic touch
Ongoing support through The Skin Whisperer’s Skool Community
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You’ll feel confident and grounded in your ability to integrate Facial Gua Sha into your treatments, with a clear sense of when, how, and why to use the techniques.
Many therapists describe feeling reconnected to the simplicity and power of gentle touch, along with a renewed sense of clarity and creativity in their work. You’ll leave feeling supported, inspired, and ready to offer Facial Gua Sha in a way that feels ethical, effective, and aligned.