Head, Neck, and Jaw with Cupping and Gua Sha - Live/Hybrid
LIVE course - Level 2 - Specific Conditions of the Head and Neck. 5 CE's Bend, OR June 27th 2026
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Level 2 Condition Specific: Advanced Technique for the Head, Neck, and Jaw utilizing Cupping and Gua Sha
*Pre-requisite: HyphaEdu Cupping and/or Gua Sha level 1 course, or prior training in Cupping and/or Gua sha therapy.
Take your Cupping Therapy knowledge to the next level with this intensive, 5-hour hybrid course designed for practitioners ready to go beyond the basics. This advanced Cupping and Gua Sha training is a collaboration of Eastern Theory and Western adaptation to give you a well rounded approach to treating the whole person. The Hybrid set up gives you the convenience of online lecture with in-person hands-on demonstration and application.
CE's/Hours: 5 hours of total supervised/in-person instruction including handouts, lecture, practical demonstration, and hands-on lab/training time.
*Mini cupping facial kit included with the course
When: In-person practical Saturday June 27th, 12:00-4:00pm
Where: Hybrid format includes
- In-person live: practical demonstration and application in Bend, OR at OSU Cascades 4 hours
- Online: lecture portion supported/supervised online "do at your own pace" 1 hour
Instructors: Master Teachers Dr. Kelly Chambers, L.Ac DAHM, and Amber Wodtli, LMT, BCTMB (combined experience of over 35 years)
Why Take This Class?
The Head, neck, and jaw is an intricate and complex area that corresponds to the whole body. This course provides you with the confidence to move from general wellness cupping to condition-specific therapy, allowing you to provide a higher level of specialized care for your clients/patients. Working with a deep knowledge of soft tissue movement and meridian flow allows you to move beyond symptomatic relief and provide true, transformative Holistic care.
What will you Learn?
This course focuses on the collaboration of Eastern and Western aspects of the body, in and around the head, neck, and jaw. You will learn to navigate the complexity of physical structure and energetic channels to equip yourself with an effective treatment plan for the most common client complaints consisting of:
- Chronic Headaches (Tension and Migraine)
- TMJD & Jaw Dysfunction
- Restricted Range of Motion
- Upper Shoulder & Neck Tension
A Hybrid Experience
- Online Curriculum: Dive into the Western approach of the soft tissue's anatomy and structure, as well as the Eastern theory of mastering meridian pathways...all at your own pace.
- Practical Application: Join us in person to refine your palpation skills, perfect your assessment protocols, and practice advanced manual techniques of the head, neck, and jaw with support and guidance.
Online Lecture:
1. Clinical Assessment & OPQRST
Master the art of the intake. We move beyond "where does it hurt?" to a comprehensive OPQRST framework, ensuring you identify the onset, quality, and radiation of pain while maintaining a vigilant eye for Red Flags like acute trauma, whiplash, and disc involvement.
2. Western Approach
Gain objective clarity through physical assessment and structural comprehension:
- Visual Analysis: Learn to read the relationship between the chin, sternum, and ear-to-shoulder distance.
- Range of Motion: Conduct bilateral Active and Passive ROM tests for lateral flexion, rotation, and extension.
- Tissue Palpation: Identify "bound" tissue and heaviness across the SCM, scalenes, masseter, and the cranial bones (occipital, sphenoid, and temporal).
3. Eastern Theory
The head is the "uppermost extreme." You will explore how the Yang meridians unite and cross at vital points in the neck and face, learning how to clear stagnation and restore balance to the energetic body.
Learning outcomes:
The student will be able to:
- Identify pain patterns in the body associated with common issues/complaints in the head and neck
- Identify contraindications and indications for cupping and gua sha therapy
- Apply specific sequences and methods of cupping/gua sha to head, neck, and face
- Implement proper sanitation and safety procedures
- Perform therapeutic cupping/gua sha to the head, neck, and face and evaluate the results
Your Instructor
Amber brings over 25 years of experience to the world of Massage Therapy, blending deep anatomical wisdom with a playful curiosity for how the body, mind, and spirit work together. Rooted in a strong foundation of Sports and Neuromuscular Therapy, her approach to bodywork is both collaborative and holistic; honoring ancient wisdom while integrating modern neuroscience, movement education, and restorative care. She works with amateur and professional athletes alike, empowering clients to tune inward, prioritize self-care, and embrace recovery and renewal as essential parts of life.
A lifelong lover of nature, Amber believes healing often mirrors the rhythms of the natural world: grounded, adaptive, and deeply interconnected. Whether riding her bike on the trails, soaking in the mountain air, or simply finding stillness outdoors, she draws inspiration from nature’s ability to restore balance and resilience. Qualities she brings into every treatment room and classroom.
As a Massage Therapy instructor for 19 years, Amber is highly respected for her dedication to her students and their educational experience. Her teaching spans Ethical Practices, Fundamentals of Therapeutic Bodywork, Sports Massage, Cupping and Gua Sha, Effective Office Practices, Community Outreach, and Research Development. In 2010, she began teaching continuing education courses in cupping therapies with the intention of reviving and bringing awareness to ancient healing practices for modern alternative care practitioners.
Amber’s passion for bodywork and her vision for the future of holistic healthcare continue to evolve through education, collaboration, and innovation. Hypha, LLC represents the next chapter in that journey, a platform created to expand the vision of integrative healthcare and revolutionize continuing education for healthcare professionals. Guided by the belief that “something small is all you need to ignite something mighty,” Amber is committed to cultivating meaningful collaboration between ancient wisdom and modern medicine to help shape a more connected and compassionate healthcare system.
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