Affiliated Associations
Massage Therapy Foundation
This organization advances the knowledge and practice of massage therapy by supporting scientific research, education and community service.
MassageTherapyFoundation.org
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
A national membership association that provides comprehensive liability insurance and practice support for massage/bodywork practitioners and students.
ABMP.com
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
An independent, private, nonprofit organization founded in 1992 to define and advance the highest standards in the massage therapy and bodywork profession.
NCBTMB.com
Touch Research Institute
Dedicated to studying the effects of touch therapy. The TRIs have researched the effects of massage therapy at all stages of life, from newborns to senior citizens.
Miami.edu/touch-research/Index.html
American Massage Therapy Association
AMTA offers benefits in the profession including broad liability insurance and rigorously-vetted education.
AMTAmassage.org
International Spa Association
ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience to foster professionalism and growth.
ExperienceISPA.com
Alliance for Massage Therapy Education
Serves as an independent voice, advocate and resource for the massage therapy and bodywork education community.
AFMTE.org
