My Courses

Compassionate + Intentional Education for Intuitive Touch Therapists

 

The education I provide is a mashup of all my favorite things... magic, mysticism, herbalism, science, intuition + ritual. My goal has always been to provide the holistic and complete education I would want. I am constantly researching and finding new topics I am interested in, and then tying them back into our lives as touch therapists (who also live on planet Earth + are connected to many other living things).

Looking for Skin Obsessed Education?

You are in the right place. We are currently going through a slow transition to a new name with new branding and updated course content. Stay tuned for more information as this process is under way!

Compassionate + Intentional Education for Intuitive Touch Therapists

The education I provide is a mashup of all my favorite things... magic, mysticism, herbalism, science, intuition + ritual. My goal has always been to provide the holistic and complete education I would want. I am constantly researching and finding new topics I am interested in, and then tying them back into our lives as touch therapists (who also live on planet Earth + are connected to many other living things).

Looking for Skin Obsessed Education?

You are in the right place. We are currently going through a slow transition to a new name with new branding and updated course content. Stay tuned for more information as this process is under way!

What makes this education "holistic?"

 

Holistic does not just mean natural - this is the most common myth we have to bust for people. It is easy to think this way when it comes to the healing approach thanks to that fun either/or thinking we have going on in society.

Holism actually means whole: considering all the parts, not just one branch. Our skin is connected to our body, mind + spirit... it is not a separate entity. Our body is connected to our mind and stores memories, experiences and trauma. Each of us, and our businesses, are connected members of a larger society.

We cannot work on one piece of the puzzle and not address the others.

A holistic approach requires understanding the link between body, mind + spirit and using them all as needed. Sometimes you want a Western approach, sometimes you need lymphatic drainage and sometimes you could use a chakra balancing (or all of the above).

In business, a holistic approach means to take all factors into consideration - your personal mental health, finances, ethics, systems, management, team members, the environment, the community + your clients are all important.

I have 3 pillars that form the foundation of my holistic continuing education, which allow us to explore possible answers to the question, "how can we create positive, healthy change in our industry?"

Who is this education for?

 

My offerings (and entire brand) started out specifically for skincare professionals. Within the first year, it quickly became evident that more than just estheticians were interested in joining.

Over the last three years, I have welcomed many massage therapists, hairstylists, energy workers, acupuncturists and sound healers into the Skin Obsessed community via online classes, in-person certifications and retreats. If your license allows you to touch a face (or you are in a licensing program) you can take a facial massage class. If you are interested in exploring the intersection of capitalism, marketing, pricing and trauma you can take Abundance Alchemy. Anyone can learn how to massage their own face using the Muscles of Facial Massage free online class!

This year will be one of evolution for my brand as I transition into more inclusive language and take on a new name, one that more clearly represents that what I offer is not just for estheticians. Until then, if you are confused about whether you can join in please feel free to email me or book a Q&A session!

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Connection

How can we fully connect with ourselves to find the answers we need and connect with others to build strong bonds? How do we utilize energy and Mother Nature in treatments? Connection builds stronger relationships + trust with ourselves and the world around us, soothes our nervous systems and improves our referrals + client retention. 

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Expansion

How can we build strong businesses, fully resourced and abundant, without taking advantage of others or our environment? Expansion explores how we grow our wealth + money + magic, and it improves our ability to operate from a place of fulfillment rather than scarcity, provide quality services, donate to causes and scale ethically.

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Amplification

How can we better understand the nuances of skin, health, ingredients, processes, etc. so that we can make the best possible recommendations? Amplification takes place when you trust more fully in your intuition, customize instead of following protocols and provide the most individualized + successful services possible.

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Connection

How can we fully connect with ourselves to find the answers we need and connect with others to build strong bonds? How do we utilize energy and Mother Nature in treatments? Connection builds stronger relationships + trust with ourselves and the world around us, soothes our nervous systems and improves our referrals + client retention. 

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Expansion

How can we build strong businesses, fully resourced and abundant, without taking advantage of others or our environment? Expansion explores how we grow our wealth + money + magic, and it improves our ability to operate from a place of fulfillment rather than scarcity, provide quality services, donate to causes and scale ethically.

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Amplification

How can we better understand the nuances of skin, skin health, ingredients, processes, etc. so that we can make the best possible treatment + product recommendations? Amplification takes place when you trust more fully in your intuition, customize instead of following protocols and provide the most individualized + successful services possible.

Explore the Offerings:

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THE LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP


Get free access to 30+ hours of recorded lessons with regular new additions and fun freebies.

 

Become a member

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PRIVATE TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS


Host a certification at your spa or customize individual + group trainings in-person or online.

 

Learn more

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HOLISTIC FACIAL CERTIFICATION


Comprehensive online certification course covering multiple approaches to holistic facials including: incorporating energy work through sound and crystals, traditional healing systems like Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda, the chakras, botanicals/herbs, lifestyle recommendations, Gua Sha, lymphatic drainage, acupressure, honey tapping and more.

 

Get certified

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THE HEAL + VIBE RETREAT


The retreat is a one-of-a-kind, immersive healing experience with a small group of like-minded touch therapists and healers in beautiful locations across the US. You will experience energetic healing modalities (such as sound healing) + learn to implement them in treatments. We focus heavily on trauma-informed practice, with topics such as nervous system regulation + creating safe spaces.

 

Let's go!

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Q&A SESSION


Interested in training options but confused about which would be best for you? Book a 15-min session to meet with Bethany + talk about options.

 

Book a session
I want to attend a class online
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In hands-on massage classes, we focus on sculpting the face naturally with fascia release (connective tissue), intraoral/buccal massage, holistic approaches, energy work and intention, nervous system regulation + consent-based practice.

The superficial fascia connects our entire bodies like a complex web - we can not aim to prevent or reduce structural signs of aging without addressing the downward pull and compression of this tissue on the face.  Not only does it connect our head with our toes (and everything in between), but the muscles of facial expression + nerves that innervate them are all embedded in superficial fascia on the face.

Understanding how posture, fascia, the nervous system, the lymphatic system and skin conditions are all connected is the key to providing "results-driven" treatments.

To put it simply, you can not get long-lasting results by limiting your approach and relying solely on product and machines.

 
Learn more about massage courses

Bethany Kristiansen

LE, LMT, CMLDT

☯︎ Somatic Facialist & Facial Massage Specialist ☯︎

 

My passion is blending my 17 years of experience + practical knowledge educating in the beauty industry with my curiosity + reverence for traditional healing modalities, nervous system regulation, compassionate care and spirituality.

As one of the only industries where humans regularly engage in safe touch, beauty professionals have a unique opportunity to deeply connect + create healing experiences that change lives.

 

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I invite you to explore important questions with me such as...

  • What can we do to make the planet we live on better for future generations?
  • What can we do to make the lives of our clients better?
  • How can we make meaning of our existence + experiences in every day life?
  • How can we be truly happy with our careers and feel like we are making a difference, without feeling like we are taking advantage of others?
  • What does it mean to run the business YOU want and be "capitalism critical?"
  • What does it mean to be a really good esthetician?
  • What is success? Happiness? Security? Safety?

None of these have simple answers... that is what makes life as a human both exciting and difficult.

The fact is, there is a lot of nuance in this world and it is hard to grapple with. I want to embrace that nuance and what makes us special, unique, magical beings.
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xoxo,
Bethany

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