Introducing the HTMA and Mineral Balancing Masterclass Series
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is one of the most powerful tools available for understanding metabolic patterns and mineral imbalances within the body.
To support practitioner education and strengthen understanding of HTMA, Susan Cachay HTMA Success and Analytical Research Labs (ARL) have launched a series of free live educational masterclasses. The masterclasses explore how HTMA and Mineral Balancing work together.
These masterclasses are ideal for:
- Practitioners currently using HTMA in practice
- Health professionals interested in HTMA and metabolic patterns
- Students studying HTMA and/or Mineral Balancing
- Practitioners considering integrating HTMA into their work
- Anyone interested in learning more about HTMA or Mineral Balancing
This collaboration brings together decades of practitioner experience with laboratory expertise to support responsible and effective HTMA practice.
What Makes These Masterclasses Unique
Each masterclass combines clinical interpretation insights with laboratory perspective, helping practitioners and others better understand both the science and the application of HTMA.
Clinical education led by HTMA and Mineral Balancing practitioner and educator, Susan Cachay
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- Pattern recognition and interpretation frameworks
- Case-based insights from decades of clinical work
- Practical considerations for Mineral Balancing programs
- Common interpretation challenges practitioners encounter
Laboratory Insight
A brief dedicated technical segment will provide insight into:
- Analytical Research Labs (ARL) laboratory methodology
- Sample analysis standards and quality control
- Testing procedures and laboratory interpretation considerations
- Endo-met dietary supplements
This collaboration helps connect clinical interpretation with laboratory science, strengthening practitioner understanding.
Learn from an expert in HTMA and Mineral Balancing
Susan Cachay is a certified nutritionist, educator, and psychology counsellor with over 25 years of clinical experience and more than 15 years specializing in Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and Mineral Balancing.
She holds a Master of Psychology Counselling and a Bachelor of Education, and is a Certified Nutritionist and Registered Nutritional Consultant Practitioner.
Today, Susan educates practitioners worldwide in the HTMA Success Practitioner Training Program.
Masterclass #3
October 7, 2026
12 PM Pacific Time
Burnout: Trapped in Survival Mode
Susan explores what Dr. Paul Eck’s work teaches about restoring energy, resilience, and the capacity to heal.
Plus, an update on Endo-met supplements and the importance of accuracy when taking a hair sample.
Bring your on-topic questions for the Q&A at the end.
Free | Registration required
Live via Zoom
~ 60 minutes
Recording will be sent to registrants
Ask Me Anything (AMA)
October 21, 2026
12 PM Pacific Time
This Q&A with Susan Cachay gives you the opportunity to bring your general questions about HTMA, Mineral Balancing, and the HTMA Success Practitioner Training Program — including how this work can support personal health goals and/or enhance your professional practice.
Free | Registration required
Live via Zoom
~ 30 minutes
Not recorded
FAQs
Do I need prior experience with HTMA to attend?
While the masterclasses will focus on practitioner-level insights, anyone with an interest in HTMA and metabolic patterns is welcome to attend.
How are the masterclasses different from the HTMA Success Practitioner Training Program?
The masterclasses are designed to provide an overview of clinical interpretation insights with laboratory perspective, helping practitioners and others better understand both the science and the application of HTMA.
HTMA Success is a full practitioner training program that provides structured, in-depth education in HTMA interpretation and Mineral-Nutritional Balancing that results in practitioner-level certification. Students get two courses in one, a year of coaching, live training sessions, and other resources to help them master the skills to design personalized protocols that address the underlying causes of imbalances and the steps to restore health. Learn more.