Meet Our Faculty

Skilled, supportive, and experienced instruction

Massage Therapy faculty at COCC are compassionate and highly trained professionals who practice a wide variety of techniques and methods. Our many instructors come from diverse professional backgrounds and remain active local leaders in their fields. Massage Therapy faculty provide our students with industry insights and best practices, hands-on learning opportunities, and knowledgeable advising. View the Allied Health Directory for a full listing of Massage Therapy faculty and staff.

Full-Time Faculty Profile

Headshot of Alan Nunes, program director for COCCs Massage Therapy program.

Alan Nunes, AAS, LMT, NCBTMB
Program Director, Chair of Allied Health and Assistant Professor II of Massage Therapy
Email: anunes@cocc.edu

In 2002, Alan began his massage therapy career after graduating National Holistic Institute in Emeryville, California. Captivated by the transformative effects of massage, he pursued ongoing education to work more effectively with clients and expand his knowledge and skillset. In addition, Alan developed a particular interest in Western and Eastern massage techniques, and enjoys sharing those rich traditions with others.

Over the past 20+ years, Alan has worked with schizophrenic and bipolar patients at a mental hospital, MVA clients, trauma survivors, chiropractic offices, spas, wellness clinics, private practice and several schools. He is also an FSMTB Certified CE Provider, offering continuing education workshops across the country, and has lectured at national conferences. He serves the local community by providing chair massage for employees in educational and medical fields and those who worked with abused children. He has also served on committees for the American Massage Therapy Association and Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals.

The COCC LMT program has incredible, diverse staff members that provide an engaging and successful academic experience for all. They prepare students for licensure while encouraging individuals of all ages to find their potential and confidence in a safe environment.