Our Staff


 

Academic Advising Khadijah Benjamin
Academic Advisor
KBenjamin@ipsb.edu
(858) 836-5611, Ext. 309
Ongoing curriculum planning is provided, both individually and in class-based group discussions. The Academic Advisor is available by appointment for guidance and direction to help students determine the ideal sequence of classes to achieve their personal and professional goals and regarding the certificate courses and electives.Career development guidance also occurs in the “Creating a Professional Practice” and “Department of Success” courses. Additional support is provided to students and paid practitioners at the Massage Therapy Center regarding job information and placement.
Admissions Catherine Dath
Admissions Coordinator
catherine@ipsb.edu
(858) 505-1100, Ext. 308Kiersten Winant
Admissions Advisor
kwinant@ipsb.edu
(858) 505-1100, Ext. 307
Our friendly Admissions representatives are here to help you make well-informed decisions about your massage therapy and bodywork education.  Each student has a unique situation when beginning IPSB’s programs.  Our Admissions representatives will welcome and guide you through the process, answering any questions you may have.For more information on our Admissions Policies, please click here.
Financial Aid Elizabeth Toscano
Financial Aid Advisor
EToscano@ipsb.edu
(858) 836-5611, Ext. 310
Our Financial Aid representative is here to explain the various financial support packages we offer, and to help you determine your ideal tuition financing plan.  Together with the admission advisors, they are a friendly, helpful, and compassionate team that strive to do everything they can so you can have a career you love!Most people qualify for financial aid. For more information on our financial aid packages, please click here.
Registrar Abigail Alvarez
AAlvarez@ipsb.edu
(858) 836-5611, Ext. 314
The Registrar is available to assist students and alumni with transcript requests and course cancellations.  To obtain a copy of your transcript or to replace a certificate, please complete the Transcript Request form by visiting http://www.ipsb.edu/category/resource-forms/.
Student Accounts
VA Benefits
Patricia Iñiguez
Finance Manager
patricia@ipsb.edu
[Email is preferred for immediate response.]
(858) 836-5611, Ext. 306
Our Finance Department is able to assist students who would prefer to make payment arrangements to pay for their school.  The Finance Manager also will assist students receiving benefits under My CAA and VA.  For more information on alternatives to financing, please click here.Questions pertaining to financial aid programs should be directed to the Financial Aid Advisor.
Academic Affairs Michele Nowak-Sharkey
Dean of Education
michele@ipsb.edu
(858) 836-5611, Ext. 304
Our Dean of Education is available to assist students who may have concerns that they wish to discuss privately.
Administration Nancy Herbst
Executive Director
NHerbst@ipsb.edu
(858) 505-1100, Ext. 311