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Conflict De-escalation in the Workplace

Giving you the tools to reduce in-the-moment emotional escalation

Conflict de-escalation is not about resolving disagreements—it’s about recognizing and reducing heightened emotional states before they escalate further.

 

For massage therapists, this can mean navigating moments where a client feels a loss of control, becomes emotionally distressed, or when a situation shifts and your personal safety needs to be managed quickly.

This workshop is designed to give you practical, evidence-informed tools to manage those moments safely and professionally.

 

A Practical, Real-World Learning Experience

 

Developed by Brick and Bridge Communications, this three-hour, hands-on workshop is grounded in:

  • Communication theory

  • Real-world case studies

  • Frontline experience in high-stakes environments

 

Participants will work through guided discussions and real-world scenarios in a confidential and supportive setting.

There is no pressure to perform—this is a professional learning environment designed to build confidence and practical skill.

 

Our goal is simple:
Give you tools you can use immediately in your practice—and continue to strengthen over time.

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What You’ll Learn

 

This interactive workshop focuses on three core de-escalation strategies:

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1. Building Rapport

Learn how intentional, professional rapport can reduce tension and create a sense of safety for both you and your client.

2. Expectancy Violations Theory (Flipping the Script)

Understand how calmly doing what a client does not expect can interrupt escalation and shift interactions toward cooperation.

3. Third-Party Perspective

Develop the ability to step outside the moment mentally—helping you stay grounded and respond professionally, even under pressure.

In this workshop we practice de-escalation strategies to support safety and cooperation. 

Why This Matters for Massage Therapists

 

In practice, you may encounter clients who:

  • Overstep boundaries

  • Feel vulnerable or exposed

  • React emotionally to discomfort, pain, or misunderstanding

 

This workshop helps you:

  • Maintain personal safety

  • Protect professional boundaries

  • Respond with confidence in unpredictable situations

 

Workshop Format

 

Duration: 3 hours (3 credits)
Participants: 8–10 per session

 

To ensure a high-quality, interactive experience, each session is limited to 8–10 participants. This allows for meaningful discussion, scenario-based learning, and individual attention.

For clinics or teams larger than 10, dedicated sessions are available. Contact us for details.

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Workshop Investment

 

$300 per participant

Includes:

  • 3-hour (3 credits) interactive workshop

  • Small group format

  • Practical, scenario-based learning

  • Certificate of completion for professional development

  • Copy of the course overview and one-page digitial reference guide

 

This workshop is designed to meet continuing education requirements for massage therapists at one credit per hour of study. Approval status will be confirmed with relevant associations.

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Sign Up Below

 

Build practical de-escalation skills you can use in your practice—especially when it matters most.

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Have questions? Reach out directly. 

Conflict De-escalation in the Workplace Sign Up Form

To keep the training practical and hands-on, sessions are limited to 8–10 participants. This ensures everyone has the opportunity to work through real scenarios and build usable skills in their massage therapy practice.

Which massage therapy association are you registered with?

Preferred Availability

Multi choice

We discuss these concepts below. 

Part 1 of 3

Let's talk about building rapport.

Part 2 of 3

Flipping the script.

Part 3 of 3

Third-party perspective.

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