Jimmy Gialelis, LMT, BCTMB

Jimmy Gialelis, LMT, is a national board certified clinical practitioner passionate about clients actualizing maximum health gains. A member of the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame, he contributes to the Massage & Bodywork Licensure Exam as an exam item writer. He maintains a continuing education business, Advanced Massage Arts & Education, along with his private practice studio in Tempe, AZ.

Here are my most recent posts:

What Clients are Seeking in 2025: Meeting Evolving Needs Through Massage Therapy

May 7th, 2025

As massage therapy continues to integrate into mainstream healthcare, the role of the massage therapist is evolving to meet a wider range of client needs. This article explores how therapists can support clients with complex health conditions, foster trust through active listening and empathy, and design effective treatment plans to achieve meaningful outcomes.

6 Benefits of Massage & Bodywork for Clients with Thyroid Conditions

6 Benefits of Massage & Bodywork for Clients with Thyroid Disease

March 18th, 2025

Learn more about the signs & symptoms of a challenged thyroid, as well as 6 ways massage and bodywork play a beneficial role for patients with thyroid disease.

Assisting Massage Clients Experiencing Grief

January 13th, 2025

Learn more about how massage can be a valuable tool when it comes to alleviating the effects of grief, as well as the key components of a Grief Massage session.

10 Massage Trends for 2025

December 12th, 2024

As the massage therapy field evolves, there will be innovations and preferred new methods massage therapists may employ to service and care for clientele.

Creating a Safe Environment for Neurodivergent Clients

September 9th, 2024

Learn what it means to be neurodivergent, how this can impact a massage therapist’s communication style with such clients, as well as any accommodations a therapist can make to ensure massage treatments feel safe and effective for neurodivergent clients.

The Documented Power of Cranial Sacral Therapy

July 11th, 2024

Cranial sacral therapy can have a profound impact on helping clients restore parasympathetic response, bringing the body into balance and harmony. Delve into the confirmed benefits of cranial sacral therapy from scientific research.

30 Body & Facial Cupping Cautions and Contraindications

May 20th, 2024

You can find abundant information regarding the indications and benefits of cupping. But what about its cautions and contraindications? It’s important to know these 30 body and facial cupping cautions and contraindications!

Orthopedic Massage: What Therapists Need to Know

April 24th, 2024

What is orthopedic massage and what does it entail? Why is a sound understanding of kinesiology essential to practicing orthopedic massage? Plus, learn about different treatment options, including the PEACE and LOVE methods.

Massage Can Boost Skin Health: Especially in Colder Months

February 22nd, 2024

Cold air can really impact our skin and make it dry. Discover how massage therapy can be a great tool to strengthen skin health especially during the colder months, and tips you can provide your clients with to stay well hydrated between massage sessions.

Research Demonstrates Massage Therapy’s Positive Role in Aiding Brain Health

January 19th, 2024

From studies published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, among others, research undeniably demonstrates massage therapy’s positive role in aiding brain health. Learn how massage therapy is instrumental for patients with Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, the elderly, and more.