The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast12 Tammi 2025

#118 Pivot and Thrive: How to Build a Massage Career That Lasts Decades with Elaine Santala, RMT

Join me for an inspiring episode of The Radical Massage Therapist Podcast as I sit down with Elaine Santala, a Registered Massage Therapist with nearly 32 years of experience. Elaine has built a thriving, sustainable career by embracing flexibility, adaptability, and a deep passion for her work.

Elaine’s journey has taken her from clinics to spas, and now a beloved home-based clinic on her scenic country property. With a rich background in natural skincare and wellness, Elaine has also taught Heated Stone Massage, mentored new RMTs, and served as an independent contractor for the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario for 14 years.

In this episode, Elaine shares:

How she navigated career pivots and challenges, including injury and burnout, to maintain her passion for massage therapy.
Why she believes in the power of relaxation massage and its role in client care and career sustainability.
Practical advice for new and seasoned therapists on rebooking strategies, client relationships, and creating a fulfilling work-life balance.
Insights on building a practice that evolves with your life, rather than the other way around.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for ways to reinvigorate your career, this conversation is filled with wisdom and actionable tips for massage therapists who want to thrive in their profession for years to come.

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Contact Elaine Santala, RMT

Website: https://www.elainermt.ca/⁠
Instagram: @elainermt
Facebook: Elaine Santala RMT
Location: Brucefield , Ontario ( Huron County - 15 mins east of the shores of Lake Huron ) Bayfield area

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Email: Krista@theradicalrmt.com

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#166 Why Great Massage Therapists Go Beyond Technique with Beata Aleksandrowicz, founder of Beata DigitalAcademy®

What makes a great massage therapist?Is it knowing more techniques? Taking another course? Applying deeper pressure?According to international massage educator Beata Aleksandrowicz, those things matte...

5 Heinä 59min

#165 Relaxation From the Outside In: A New Recovery Tool for Massage Therapists

As massage therapists, we're incredibly good at helping other people relax. But when was the last time you asked yourself...How well am I recovering?In this episode of The Radical Massage Therapist Po...

28 Kesä 43min

#164 The Breath Is The Link Between The Body And The Mind with Spencer Delisle, President Art of Living Canada

What if the key to a sustainable massage career wasn't another modality, business strategy, or productivity hack?What if it was learning how to manage your own mind?In this episode, I sit down with Sp...

14 Kesä 56min

#163 Better Than Free Chair Massage? Ideas for marketing your massage business at events with Krista Dicks, RMT

Have you ever spent an entire Saturday at a trade show or community event offering free chair massage, only to wonder if it was actually worth it?In this solo episode, I am sharing my honest thoughts ...

11 Kesä 28min

#162 How Strength Training Can Change Your Massage Practice with Brandon Connerty, RMT and Strength Coach

What if the key to a longer, more enjoyable massage therapy career isn't more recovery... but more strength?In this episode, I sit down with Registered Massage Therapist and strength coach Brandon Con...

31 Touko 42min

#161 Same Career, Different Lives: Why I Started a Podcast for Massage Therapists with Krista Dicks, RMT

This episode is honestly one I should have recorded a long time ago.Today, I’m sharing the real reason I started this podcastBecause I noticed something…👉 We were all massage therapists…👉 But we wer...

10 Touko 24min

#160 The Postpartum Dyad: What Massage Therapists Need to Know with Victoria Munro, RMT, IBCLC

This episode is one of those conversations that expands what you think is possible in your career.Today I’m joined by Victoria Munro, RMT + IBCLC, who has built a unique practice working with prenatal...

3 Touko 1h 1min

#159 The Anchor, Not the Cage: Rethinking Your Massage Career with Krista Dicks, RMT

In this solo episode, I reflect on attending the Canadian and International Massage Therapy Summit and Championship in Laval, Quebec — and what that experience reminded her about the benefits of my ma...

26 Huhti 14min