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Joanne Mapalo CMT, B.A. Sp.Ed., is the director of California Holistic Institute (CHI).  She was state-certified by the California BPPVE for instructor of massage therapy and for associate director for a vocational (massage therapy) school in 2000. She has practiced massage therapy for over 30 years and has been instructing for 25 years. Joanne was the Associate Director for Southern California School of Massage in Riverside, CA from 2000 to 2003. Some of her specialties in massage include Reflexology, Pregnancy & Infant massage, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Aromatherapy, and Energy Work. She has a bachelor's degree in special education and dual credentials for education specialist and multiple subject teaching with added authorization to teach English language learners and students on the autism spectrum.  Joanne is excited about the opportunity to teach and share her knowledge with others and is dedicated to supporting students in their education and training goals. She loves to continue learning herself and is currently learning about Trauma Informed Touch, Grief Therapy, and massage for clients with diabetes. 

Jenna is the office administrative assistant and school registrar. If you need help with your school records, scheduling classes, would like to make an appointment to visit or enroll, or have questions about our programs and workshops you can contact her at (805) 786-4808 with a call or text, or email registrar@californiaholisticinstitute.com

She graduated from C.H.I. and has taken most of the classes we offer. She has been providing massage therapy in her private practice for 3 years, and more recently at a day spa and chiropractic office as well.