They vary by place of employment. Some massage therapists are self-employed and work out of their homes or private offices. They’re autonomous, set their own hours, and buy their own equipment and supplies. Other massage therapists find jobs in spas, health clubs, massage studios, or the offices of physical therapists or chiropractors. Each setting has a different look and feel. A spa may offer a calm, intimate setting with dim lights and soothing music, whereas a medical clinic or sports facility might use bright overhead lighting and provide massage therapy in the same room as other patients receiving care.