The ABMP Podcast | Speaking With the Massage & Bodywork Profession

Ep 536 – The Price of Deep Tissue: "The Rebel MT" with Allison Denney

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Oct 28, 2025
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Allison Denney
Allison Denney, a certified massage therapist and YouTuber with 25 years of experience, shares her insights on the often-misunderstood realm of deep tissue therapy. She challenges conventional labels that mislead clients and advocates for a client-centered approach. Allison highlights the misconception that deeper pressure equates to better results, discussing the risks of burnout and injury for therapists. Rethinking treatment strategies for conditions like plantar fasciitis, she emphasizes understanding the body’s complexities to enhance outcomes and ensure a sustainable career.
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ANECDOTE

Unexpected 25-Year Career Path

  • Allison Denney recounts expecting massage to be a launchpad to other careers but staying and evolving in the field for 25 years.
  • She adapted into teaching, content creation, and product development instead of pursuing additional formal degrees.
ANECDOTE

Spa Menu Doesn't Match Session Reality

  • Allison shares working at a Santa Monica spa where Swedish and deep tissue were menu items with different prices.
  • She discovered she often did the same blend of work regardless of which service the client booked.
INSIGHT

Myth: Depth Equals Force

  • Denney argues the industry myth equates deep tissue with harder, more physically demanding work and higher price.
  • She says valuing brute force misleads clients and harms therapists' bodies and careers.
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