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At MBLEx Tutors, we understand what it means to be a massage therapy student studying for licensing exams. As a student, we have been in your shoes, we have a feel for the testing process, and we can help prepare you to excel when your test day arrives. Learn more about our tutors by selecting a name below, and check the schedule for available dates and times for classes you are interested in attending!
David Merlino, LMT, BCTMB
David Merlino, LMT, BCTMB, has over 15 years of experience preparing students to pass massage licensing exams, including the MBLEx and NCETM. David is the owner and founder of MBLEx Test Prep, established in 2013.
Having seen first hand what high quality education can bring to test preparation, David realized there was a huge need for incomparable tutoring for the MBLEx. David’s materials have been utilized by numerous massage schools as part of required curriculum, and by thousands of massage students to prepare for, and pass, the MBLEx.
David’s specialties of instruction include Anatomy and Physiology, Pathology, Kinesiology, Medical Terminology, along with test taking strategies.
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Jodi Scholes, LMT
Jodi Scholes is a nationally respected massage therapy educator, tutor, and mentor with over 30 years of experience in the field. Jodi’s teaching career spans decades and settings — from classroom instruction and student clinic management to live exam review courses and small-group tutoring. Jodi is also a TEDx speaker and the author of Body Blueprint: How Your Pain May Be Telling a Story.
Jodi is known for breaking down complex anatomy, physiology, pathology, ethics, and test-taking strategies into practical, understandable lessons that actually stick. Jodi’s approach is supportive, direct, and grounded in how the MBLEx really works.
At the heart of Jodi’s work is a deep commitment to adult learners. Many of Jodi’s students are recent graduates, career-changers, ESL learners, or repeat test-takers who feel overwhelmed and unsure where to focus their study time. Jodi helps them create structure, prioritize content, and build confidence through live classes, practice exams, and targeted tutoring.
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Sherra Talley, CMT
Sherra Talley, CMT has been practicing massage for 20 years, and preparing students for successful massage therapy careers for five years.
Sherra took notice of the gap between foundational massage therapy education and the knowledge necessary to pass the MBLEx and began creating videos and resources to help both students and professional therapists relocating to another state prepare for the MBLEx. Sherra successfully incorporated David Merlino’s review study guide into her curriculum and saw an increase in MBLEx pass rates.
Sherra specializes in breaking down complex material into understandable information that students are more likely to recall.
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Diana Mohr, LMT
Diana Mohr is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Medical Massage Practitioner with extensive experience in Anatomy and Physiology, Kinesiology, Pathology, and Assessment/Clinical Reasoning. Diana brings a practical, real-world understanding of massage therapy concepts commonly tested on the MBLEx.
Diana provides focused MBLEx tutoring that emphasizes clarity, organization, and practical “tips and strategies that stick,” helping students better understand and retain complex material rather than rely on memorization alone.
Diana works directly with students to offer supportive, structured tutoring tailored to individual learning needs — especially for those who feel overwhelmed or need concepts explained in a more approachable way.
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what students are saying
Jodi helped me identify the areas I was weak in and dive into those areas I was struggling with. Once I started to learn, I felt a lot more confident in my role as a massage therapist entering the holistic world. I would encourage everyone to try at least one session of group or private tutoring.
Sherra is an excellent instructor. Sherra breaks down the lecture in to segments and engages with the classroom so that we have the opportunity to ask questions if something is unclear. Sherra is very patient and encourages her students to ask questions.
Working with MBLEx Tutors was the turning point in my preparation. MBLEx Tutors broke down complex material into manageable lessons, providing me with the specific test taking strategies I needed to succeed. I truly couldn’t have navigated this challenging milestone without their expert guidance.
