Merlin Trefethen
Board Certified Massage Therapist

My Credentials

Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)

Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork is the highest voluntary credential a massage therapist can obtain within the profession—it is above and beyond entry level state licensure. By becoming Board Certified, I represent a community of therapists who have gone above standard educational and work experience requirements with a dedicated and lifelong commit to continuing education. Furthermore, I live up to higher standards and ethics in alignment with The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).

To achieve my Board Certification, I provided proof of a minimum of 750 hours of education, 250 hours of professional, hands-on work experience, passed a criminal background check, agreed to uphold NCBTMB's Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, and passed the Board Certification Exam. By passing this exam and meeting all requirements, I demonstrate advanced assessment and critical thinking skills, as well as a commitment to excellence. I wear the credentials BCTMB with pride for myself, my profession, and, most importantly, my clients.

AMTA Professional Member

I have been a member of the American Massage Therapy Association since 2003. AMTA has long been the leading choice among massage therapists looking to establish themselves within the profession. They provide their members with the strongest benefits and promote massage therapy to the public and health care community. Maintaining the highest standards in continuing education is a requirement to be a member of the AMTA. 

Vermont Licensed Massage Therapist: 164.0001310

I am proud to be a licensed massage therapist here in Vermont.