Nicole Cutler, L.Ac., MTCM, Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM)®

Nicole Cutler, L.Ac., MTCM is a long time advocate of integrating perspectives on health. With a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from the University of Rochester and a Master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches Institute, Nicole has been a licensed acupuncturist since 2000. She has gathered acupuncture licenses in the states of California and New York, is a certified specialist with the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, has earned diplomat status with the National Commission of Chinese and Oriental Medicine in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology and is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology. In addition to her acupuncture practice that focuses on stress and pain relief, digestion, immunity and oncology, Nicole contributes to the integration of healthcare by writing articles for professional massage therapists and people living with liver disease.

Here are my most recent posts:

Massage therapist calmly interacting with a difficult massage client

Tips for Managing Difficult Clients

December 19th, 2025

All kinds of people receive bodywork, including those with personalities that might rub you the wrong way. By taking stock of yourself and following several helpful guidelines, you can prevent a challenging client from marring your day.

Massage therapist offering supportive care to a client in a calm wellness setting, symbolizing healthy boundaries and preventing compassion fatigue in massage therapy.

Is Your Compassion for Clients Healthy?

December 19th, 2025

A requisite for embarking on the career path of massage therapy is the innate desire to help people. While compassion is necessary to be a bodyworker, there is an important distinction between healthful and unhealthful compassion.

Person seated at desk holding neck in discomfort

Seven Self-Care Tips for Clients with Neck Pain

December 19th, 2025

Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, often linked to posture, stress, or strain. While massage therapy offers immediate relief, empowering clients with simple self-care strategies can prevent recurrence and support long-term comfort. Here are seven practical tips every client should know.

Massage therapist sitting at desk burned out and not wanting to work

Three Emotional Traps Bodyworkers Can Fall Victim To

December 8th, 2025

Bodyworkers who desire a long, successful and rewarding career must be able to recognize and undo these three, common, emotional pitfalls.

The 4 Steps of Energetic Separation for Bodyworkers

December 8th, 2025

The compassionate nature of many bodyworkers leaves them vulnerable to absorbing their client’s energy. Practicing these four steps – self-awareness, grounding, protection and cleansing – will help prevent emotional burnout.

6 Tips for Bodyworkers to Prevent Bad Breath

November 20th, 2025

Close client contact makes halitosis a serious concern for massage therapists. Learn the causes of chronic bad breath and practical steps to eliminate it.

Couple upset after negative pregnancy test

Shiatsu for Boosting Fertility

October 3rd, 2025

Discover why Shiatsu is a viable addition or alternative to Western medicine’s infertility treatment.

Watercolor portrait of woman working through a healing crisis

When Your Client Experiences a Healing Crisis

September 16th, 2025

Any person receiving bodywork can experience what is known in the industry as a “healing crisis”. Such an occurrence can be frightening, both for the client and for the therapist. Learn how to identify the symptoms of a healing crisis and what steps for prevention you can suggest to clients.

Male Ejaculation During Massage: A Guide for Therapists

August 18th, 2025

Although therapeutic massage triggers unintentional ejaculation in some men, embarrassment or fear of being inappropriate may prohibit a crucial dialogue between the massage therapist and client.

Man standing in massage therapy office nervously awaiting a massage

A Common Male Physiological Response to Massage

August 17th, 2025

Erections during massage are common and normal, yet few people talk about them. Learning how to assess a client’s intentions and address this professionally is an important skill for massage therapists.