Massage Instructor & Trainer

Elevate Your
Practice.
Expand Your
Impact.

Treat pain with confidence.

Whether you're a massage therapist seeking advanced skills or a wellness business ready to invest in your team — I bring hands-on expertise and results-driven teaching directly to you.

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Hands-On. Results-Driven. Teaching.

Advanced workshops for professional massage therapists. On-site trainings for wellness businesses across Vermont & surrounding areas.

Now booking · Vermont & Beyond
Jessica Porter, LMT
Jessica Porter, LMT · Franklin County, Vermont
About Jessica

Where Clinical Expertise
Meets Passionate Teaching

I'm Jessica Porter — a licensed massage therapist, educator, and Franklin County native with nearly two decades of experience in therapeutic bodywork and massage education. A graduate of BodySoul Massage & Bodywork School, I consider BodySoul the foundation of my career and the place where my passion for massage therapy truly began.

I now serve as an instructor at BodySoul, teaching the hands-on portion of their 10-month certification program alongside leading continuing education workshops. Returning to teach at the same school where I trained has been a full-circle experience — an opportunity to give back to the profession and community that helped shape who I am.

I am also the founder and developer of the Dragon Technique — an advanced bodywork approach blending deep tissue and sports therapy into a results-driven treatment style designed for complex pain conditions, injury rehabilitation, and therapeutic recovery. Outside of my professional life, I'm a devoted wife and mother, and I'm grateful that this profession has allowed me to do meaningful work while still being present for the moments that matter most.

17
Years as Professional Massage Therapist Deep Tissue, Sports Therapy & Specialty Modalities
14
Years as Massage Therapy Instructor BodySoul Massage & Bodywork School, Saint Albans VT
For me, massage therapy is more than a profession — it is a lifelong calling grounded in compassion, service, education, and healing.
— Jessica Porter, LMT
Deep Tissue
Sports Therapy
Dragon Technique
Cupping
Bamboo Massage
K-Taping
Oncology
Lymphatic Drainage
Prenatal (coming soon)
Advanced Training Series

Specialized 5-Month Workshops
for Professional Massage Therapists

Small group, hands-on workshops held one Sunday per month. Each series is designed to expand your skills, elevate your service offerings, and boost your income.

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Pain Management
Dragon Technique
Deep Tissue · Sports Therapy · Clinical Bodywork

Are you tired of managing pain instead of actually resolving it? This workshop goes beyond temporary relief — teaching you techniques that create lasting change in the body using the Dragon Technique, a specialized method built from real-world practice.

The Dragon Technique is my own personal method, developed over years of hands-on clinical experience in the field. It is not something you will find anywhere else — it was born directly out of what I discovered works in real treatment rooms with real clients.

What You'll Learn
  • How to identify and treat the source of pain — not just symptoms
  • Techniques that produce measurable, lasting results
  • How to work with the body instead of against it
  • Communication approaches that help clients feel safe and confident
  • How to build trust-based client relationships that support long-term results
Who This Is For
  • Licensed massage therapists & professional bodyworkers
  • Practitioners who want to deliver stronger, more effective results
  • Bodyworkers ready to expand their skillset beyond standard techniques
Deep Tissue Sports Therapy Clinical Bodywork
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Pain Management
Pain Management with Tools
Cupping · Bamboo · K-Taping

Your hands can only do so much. This workshop teaches you how to extend your effectiveness using tools that deliver deeper, more targeted, and more sustainable results — integrated as part of a cohesive treatment approach, not just add-ons.

Techniques & Modalities Covered
  • Warm Bamboo Therapy — full body integration, blending relaxation with therapeutic depth
  • Advanced Bamboo for Pain Management — deep tissue & sports therapy applications
  • Cupping Therapy — foundational and advanced techniques for pain
  • Kinesiology Taping (K-Taping) — supporting muscles, joints, and recovery
What You'll Gain
  • How to transition seamlessly between hands-on and tool-based techniques
  • How to reduce physical burnout while increasing effectiveness
  • How to create customized, results-driven treatments for a wider client range
Bamboo Cupping K-Taping
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Specialty Modalities
Oncology & Lymphatic Drainage
Advanced Care for Complex Conditions

Confident care. Informed touch. Meaningful impact. Gain the knowledge and hands-on skills to safely support clients navigating cancer, chronic illness, and end-of-life or palliative care. This is not just about learning techniques — it teaches you to think clinically and work safely with clients who require a higher level of care.

What You'll Learn
  • How to safely modify techniques for oncology clients
  • Foundational and applied lymphatic drainage techniques
  • How to approach fragile or compromised systems with confidence
  • Contraindications, precautions, and clinical decision-making
  • Communication strategies for sensitive and emotional situations
Who This Is For
  • Therapists looking to expand into medical, oncology, or palliative care settings
  • Practitioners who want to provide safe, informed care across all stages of life
  • Professionals ready to deepen the impact and meaning of their work
Oncology Lymphatic Drainage Palliative Care
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Coming Soon
Prenatal Massage
Specialized Maternal Care

A dedicated workshop for therapists who want to safely and confidently serve expecting mothers with specialized prenatal massage techniques. This series will cover safe positioning, trimester-specific modifications, and how to create a nurturing, results-focused experience for maternal clients.

What to Expect
  • Safe techniques for each trimester
  • Positioning, bolstering, and client comfort
  • Contraindications and when to refer out
  • How to market and offer prenatal services confidently
Prenatal Maternal Care Join Waitlist
Program Format
How the Series Works

Each 5-month workshop series meets one Sunday per month at a local Vermont venue. Small groups ensure personalized attention and meaningful hands-on practice. You'll also receive access to an online video library for on-demand review of workshop material — during and after the series.

5 Sessions · One Sunday/Month
Small Group, Hands-On Training
Local Venue · Limited Spots
Online Video Library Access

💰 Grants & Flexible Payment Options Available

Eligible students may qualify for grants covering up to the full cost of each workshop. For those who don't qualify, flexible payment options are also available — investing in your skills may be more accessible than you think. Contact Cathy Fitzgerald at BodySoul Massage & Bodywork School for grant information, payment options, and the application process at bodysoulspaandschool@yahoo.com

Who Do I Contact?

✍️ Sign Up, Payment & Financial Aid
Cathy Fitzgerald
BodySoul Massage & Bodywork School
All registrations, payments, grants & payment plans
bodysoulspaandschool@yahoo.com
📋 Workshop Questions
Jessica Porter, LMT
Questions about workshop content, curriculum & what to expect
jess.p.lmt@tabletimewithjess.com
📍 Workshop Locations
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Saint Albans, VT BodySoul Massage & Bodywork School — Primary Location
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Rutland, VT BodySoul Massage & Bodywork School — Southern Vermont
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Northeast Kingdom, VT Coming Soon! ✉️ Join the Waitlist
What Students Are Saying

Real Results. Real Impact.

On-Site Business Training

Invest in Your Team.
Elevate Your Business.

I bring hands-on, customized training directly to your team — helping salons, spas, nail studios, and clinical settings create exceptional client experiences that drive retention, reviews, and revenue.

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Salons & Hair Studios
  • Elevated scalp massages
  • Hand & arm massage while clients wait
  • Client greeting & consultation flow
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Nail Salons
  • Upgraded foot & lower leg massage
  • Pressure, pacing & flow
  • Small changes that justify premium pricing
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Estheticians & Spas
  • Facial massage refinement (flow, rhythm, intention)
  • Relaxation vs results-based touch
  • Create a signature experience clients love
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Chiropractic & Clinical
  • Functional stretching techniques
  • Working alongside treatment plans
  • Bridge clinical work with client comfort
Why It Matters

This is an investment that pays off.

When your team is more skilled and confident, everything improves — client satisfaction, rebooking rates, reviews, and revenue. I've seen it happen time and again.

Schedule a Consult
Increase client retention and rebooking rates
Earn better reviews and more referrals
Boost add-on services and retail sales
Stand out from your competition
Build a stronger, more confident team
Grow your revenue through exceptional experiences
💼 Ready to Book On-Site Training?
Contact Jessica Directly

All B2B training inquiries, scheduling and consultations are handled directly by Jessica. She comes to your business — just reach out to get started.

jess.p.lmt@tabletimewithjess.com
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Jessica Porter was an incredible asset in helping us elevate our services across the board here at Revive Salon and Spa. She came into our business and trained our estheticians, hairstylists, and nail technicians, teaching advanced massage techniques and a deeper understanding of the body, pressure points, and therapeutic touch so we could elevate and give the best experience for our clients. Her education brought a new level of consistency, intention, and relaxation to every service we offer, and our entire team feels more confident and skilled because of her. Thank you Jess for sharing your expertise with us!

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Hillary Robitaille
Owner, Revive Salon and Spa · On-Site B2B Training
Let's Connect

Ready to Elevate
Your Skills or Business?

Whether you're a therapist looking to grow, or a business owner ready to invest in your team — reach out and I'll find the right training for you.

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Email to Book a Consultation
jess.p.lmt@tabletimewithjess.com

Workshops, B2B Training & All Inquiries

Now booking on-site trainings in Vermont & surrounding areas