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California School of Massage, Doula, Hypnotherapy, & Aromatherapy

Since 1982 this private, nonprofit, state–approved vocational school of massage has provided high standards of excellence and leadership in the development of a world–renowned holistic community in beautiful Santa Cruz, California.

Twin Lakes College has trained thousands of adults of all ages, interests, and backgrounds to become successful and productive massage professionals in their communities. We offer courses in Western and Eastern modalities, hypnotherapy, essential oils, Ayurvedic massage, and doula, as well as continuing education and personal growth opportunities.

Client Centered Approach™

Twin Lakes College of the Healing Arts has developed a unique and distinguished “client–centered approach to complementary therapy.” Our Client–Centered Approach™ and its principles are woven into all of our programs: Client–Centered Massage Therapy™, Inner Resources™ Hypnotherapy training, Gathering of the Senses™ Essential Oils Therapy aromatherapy courses, and BirthWise™ Doula training. Other local and international professional schools trace their roots and inspiration to Twin Lakes College.

Faculty

Our faculty, composed of many gifted instructors, brings the tools of a new vocation to students who then accomplish more than their original goals. Students are well prepared for the complex issues facing professional health care providers in the emerging fields of complementary medicines. Students enjoy being in a classroom with talented instructors, helpful assistants, other students from diverse backgrounds.

Community Outreach

Our community massage outreach programs for seniors, athletes, nurses, and high school students demonstrate the benefits of healthy touch for the enrichment of our community.

Santa Cruz & Twin Lakes College

TLC’s new Seabright location is a fully equipped facility with:

• 2 large classrooms
• clinic room/student lounge
• kitchen
• reception area where you can stock up on supplies (massage cream, essential oils, etc)

We keep our classes small (usually a maximum of 14 students) to help facilitate more attention for each student’s education.

TLC is a short mile from the beach in Santa Cruz, within walking distance of a variety of restaurants, yoga and pilates studios, and more. Learn more about Santa Cruz and resources for housing, exploring, and more.

There is a strong network of support in the community. Our popular school bulletin board often provides students with housing information, student support groups, job openings, used massage tables and equipment for sale, volunteers available for massage and hypnotherapy practice sessions, and on–going community information.

Santa Cruz and Northern California school of Massage, Vocational Career Training, Doula Training, Hypnotherapy Training, Aromatherapy Courses, Shiatsu, Thai Massage, and Personal Enrichment.