Massage Therapy, Advisory Board on
Purpose
The Advisory Board on Massage Therapy shall assist the Board in areas of qualifications, examination, registration, regulation, and standards of professional conduct of massage therapists as described in § 54.1-3029. The Advisory Board shall also assist in such other matters relating to the practice of massage therapy as the Board may require.
Term
Four years; no more than two full successive terms
Composition
The Board shall be composed of five members to be appointed by the Governor as follows: three members shall be licensed massage therapists who have practiced in the Commonwealth for not less than three years prior to their appointment; one shall be an administrator or faculty member of a nationally accredited school of massage therapy; and one shall be a citizen member appointed from the Commonwealth at large.
Vacant Seats
No seats are available at this time. If you are interested in joining this board in the future, please submit an application here.
Current Board Members

Lisa Speller
Member of the General Public Membership expires on 6/30/2025
Ann K. Lively
Licensed Massage Therapist Membership expires on 6/30/2027
Shawnte L. Peterson
Licensed Massage Therapist Membership expires on 6/30/2027
Tracey Walker
Licensed Massage Therapist Membership expires on 6/30/2028