Linda Fehrs, LMT

Linda Fehrs, AAS, LMT is a freelance writer and massage therapy professional licensed by the New York State Department of Education. She is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and the New York State Society of Medical Massage Therapists. Ms. Fehrs has actively practiced massage therapy in the Mid-Hudson Valley since 2002 with a focus on those with special needs, such as developmental and physical disabilities. She is a graduate of the Hudson Valley School of Massage Therapy as well as a former instructor at the school. Prior to becoming a massage therapist she was former managing editor of a weekly community newspaper and is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Ms. Fehrs currently volunteers with the Red Cross, helping to educate others about emergency preparedness and disaster relief.

Here are my most recent posts:

Massage therapist arriving for a house call massage session, carrying equipment bag in a well‑lit hallway of client's home

Real Life Stories: Staying Safe During House Calls

December 18th, 2025

While house calls, or outcalls as they are sometimes called, can be convenient for the client, they have the potential for being quite dangerous for the massage therapist.

Person in plaid pajamas and surgical mask researching symptoms on a laptop at home, reflecting cyberchondria behavior

OMG – I Think I’ve Got It! Cyberchondria

December 18th, 2025

You probably have a few clients like this. They come in with all kinds of aches and pains and are sure they have something serious. Why? Because they researched their symptoms on the Internet, checked out various medical websites and ultimately self-diagnosed themselves as having some rare form of ailment. Read how cyberchondria is on the rise and how it may affect both you and your massage clients.

Person seated in a quiet massage waiting area, leaning forward in a moment of emotional release and reflection

Real Life Stories: Emotional Outpouring

December 16th, 2025

Emotional release can surface unexpectedly in the treatment room, and even seasoned massage therapists can find themselves navigating moments that go far beyond muscle tension. This real‑life story offers a glimpse into what it looks like to hold space with compassion while staying grounded in professional boundaries.

Acupressure for Headaches

October 3rd, 2025

Headache pain is one of the most common health complaints in the U.S. At times it can be debilitating, but most of us try to work through it and get through the day. If you have clients who report getting headaches—whether they be migraine, stress-related, or even sinus pain—read about some common acupoints you can use along with your usual techniques—they might just prove useful in easing this uncomfortable ailment.

The Invention of Stress and 8 Ways to Ease It

April 9th, 2025

Massage therapists and their clients are familiar with the word stress as it relates to the modern lifestyle. But did you know that as a mind-body term, it did not exist until the 1930s? Read about how stress and the use of massage therapy to relieve it have grown together for more than 85 years.

Symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for the Massage Therapist

July 14th, 2024

The number of military troops with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has increased steadily over the years. The earlier it’s treated, the better the chances are for recovery. Learn how various massage therapy techniques can play an important part in the healing process of PTSD.

The Symptoms, Causes and Remedies for Digestive Distress

February 16th, 2024

Food goes in. Waste comes out. The digestive tract, when it is working properly, serves us well. To operate efficiently, it must also be treated kindly and with respect. An overtaxed and abused digestive system can result in discomfort, pain, and serious illness. Learn about the symptoms of various digestive disorders, what can ease the discomfort – and massage therapy’s role.

Hospital-Based Reiki and Documentation

January 23rd, 2024

Many hospitals across the United States offer Reiki to their patients. It is being used pre- and postoperatively to reduce anxiety and accelerate healing. It is recommended for cardiac patients and to those with stress-related pathologies such as high blood pressure. Learn how you, as a massage therapist, can incorporate Reiki into your practice and expand into the field of hospital-based energy work.

Reiki Master performing reiki therapy to woman

Massage Therapy Toolbox: What Is Reiki?

January 23rd, 2024

Clients interested in holistic or natural forms of healing will usually be familiar with Reiki. They may not know what it entails or how it works, but they will have generally at least heard the name of this popular energy technique. While a Reiki practitioner needs training and attunements to work on the self and others, no particular background is required before that instruction. Learn about the background and basic theory of Reiki – and decide if you would like to include it in your massage practice.

Reiki and Psychological Trauma

January 23rd, 2024

There is a strong chance in today’s fast-paced world that an individual, at some point, will experience some type of trauma, whether physical or emotional. More often than not, the effects of the traumatic incident will pass, if not immediately, then days, weeks, or months later. For some people, the darkness of the trauma will last for years, affecting their everyday lives and those around them. Learn how Reiki can help reduce the emotional pain of trauma.