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A.R.T.
A.R.T. stands for Active Release Techniques. A.R.T.is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. A.R.T. was developed, refined, and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese method of healing. The technique involves the insertion of fine needles just under the skin in specific locations on the body, called pathways or meridians, in order to relieve pain and treat a wide variety of complaints. Addiction Recovery
Addiction is the compulsive, uncontrollable dependence on a substance, habit or practice to such a degree that cessation causes severe emotional, mental and physical reactions. Recovery is the discontinuation of the use of the substance, habit or practice and the return to full functioning abilities on all levels. Angel Therapy
Angel Therapy is a non-denominational spiritual healing method that involves working with a person's guardian angels and archangels, to heal and harmonize every aspect of life. Since 1996, Doreen Virtue has taught thousands of people worldwide how to engage in Angel Therapy. Many of these students have become Angel Therapy Practitioners, who have private practices and give workshops on related topics. Angel Therapy brings people back on their spiritual path in a way that is non-threatening and non-judgmental. Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the art and science of helping living things toward wholeness and balance through the use of essential oils topically, internally, and diffused in the air. Breast Massage
Breast Massage is a form of massage therapy in which the breasts are gently massaged. Breast Massage can help relieve tenderness before mammograms or during pregnancy and ease tightness and swelling that may be present after a mastectomy. For women who have breast cancer, Therapeutic Breast Massage can help to relieve much of the pain and tension that comes with this illness. Career Coaching
Career Coaching is an interactive process of addressing work-related issues leading to effective action. The Career Coach acts as both a catalyst and facilitator for the individual client. CranioSacral Therapy
CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on method of releasing restrictions around the brain and spinal cord so your body can self-correct and free it self of dis-ease. Deep Tissue
Massage movements with hands, fingers, arms and elbows, applied with light, medium and deep pressure intended to access and address issues in the soft tissue: muscles, ligaments, tendons and fascia, below the superficial (surface) layers of the body. Doula / Birth Coach
A Doula is a person who is trained and certified to assist parents through the stages of labor and during the birth of their new baby. Also see Postpartum Doula. E.F.T.
E.F.T. stands for Emotional Freedom Technique which involves tapping with the fingertips on a short series of points on the body that correspond to acupuncture points on the energy meridians. The tapping serves to release energy blockages and bring emotions into balance. E.S.L. Education
E.S.L. stands for English as a Second Language. E.S.L. Education to improve grammar, pronunciation and fluency can happen in private sessions or in group classes. Ear Candling
Ear Candling, also known as "ear coning" is an ancient ear cleansing technique that removes wax buildup and organisms from the ear canal. This very gentle and relaxing procedure is especially beneficial for those who have excess buildup, seasonal allergies, sinus congestion and colds. Benefits include relief of symptoms, improved hearing, and greater mental clarity. Electronic Organizing
Glossary Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is best defined as our capacity to perceive, express, understand, and manage our own emotions and the emotions of others in an effective and appropriate manner, both in the workplace and our personal lives. Energy Balancing
Everything in creation is energy, and we, as energy, relate to it harmoniously or inharmoniously depending upon the degree to which we are in a balanced state of harmony within ourselves. Energy balancing is the art and practice of realigning, balancing, and re-attuning the body’s electro-magnetic energy field. Blocked energy in your body is released, promoting deep relaxation and an enhanced capacity to experience life. EPFX/SCIO
The EPFX and the SCIO are high-tech complementary health devices that assist health practitioners to find energetic imbalances and health issues occurring within humans and animals. This device is also known as QXCI in Europe. Far Infrared Sauna
The Far Infrared (FIR) Sauna replenishes the body with far infrared light - a form of light fundamental to all living things. The penetrating, radiant heat warms deeply into joints, muscles, and tissues speeding oxygen flow, increasing circulation and revitalizing metabolism. Feng Shui
Feng Shui (pronounced fung shway) is the ancient Chinese art of placement. The goal of Feng Shui is to achieve harmony, comfort and balance in your environment and in your life. Feng shui consultants may advise clients to make adjustments in their surroundings, from eliminating clutter to color selection to furniture placement, to promote a healthy flow of chi, or vital energy. Geriatric Care Management
Geriatric Care Management is a service that assesses an individual's medical and social service needs, and then coordinates assistance from paid service providers and unpaid help from family and friends to enable persons with disabilities to live with as much independence as possible. Healing Touch
Healing Touch is an energy-based therapeutic approach to health and healing. Healing Touch Practitioners use touch to influence the Energy System and the centers which control the energy flow from the Energy field to the physical body, thus affecting all physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and healing. Heart Math
HeartMath is a system to help you cultivate a deep sense of inner security and live a life filled with increased hope and confidence. Virtually none of our energy is wasted when we are in coherence and we enjoy a synchronicity between the heart, brain, respiratory and other systems. Holistic Health Counseling
Holistic Health Counselors help individuals examine the underlying causes of their symptoms by exploring the body, mind and spirit elements and their interconnection, and they encourage a variety of alternative health remedies. Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a unique and effective 200 year-old system of medicine that uses extremely minute doses of natural substances to stimulate healing. Remedies are non-suppresive, nontoxic, gentle and inexpensive, and can be used safely by the very young, the very old and even pets. Patients receiving treatment often report improvement physically, mentally and emotionally. Chronic diseases and severe acute conditions that fail to improve through conventional medical treatment often respond well to homeopathic treatments. All homeopathic medicines are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Integrated Energy Therapy
Integrated Energy Therapy (IET) is a hands-on method of releasing energy blockages from the body. In much the way that physical stress can cause sore muscles, emotional and mental stress causes muscles to go tense. In both cases, long-lasting tension can lead to chronic pain. IET focuses on releasing the blockages from emotional baggage stored on physical, mental, emotional or spiritual levels. It creates a feeling of profound relaxation by gently releasing the negative energies of those stored-up memories. During an IET session you usually remain fully clothed and lie on your back on a massage table. Sometimes soothing music is played to enhance relaxation. Lactation Consulting
Lactation Consulting is a service offered by a person who is trained to teach and assist new mothers with breastfeeding. Lactation consultants can assist you in preparation for breastfeeding before baby arrives through the time you or your baby choose to wean. Many times they serve as simply a source of information, encouragement, and reassurance that all is well. At other times, their in-depth knowledge and hands-on assistance may be necessary to address a particular problem or difficulty you may be having. Laughter Therapy
Laughter Therapy, also called Humor Therapy, uses a variety of techniques and exercises to induce laughter. Laughter is shown to enhance physical, mental and emotional well-being. Life Coaching
Professional coaches help clients move forward in their life by defining and achieving personal and professional goals. "Coaches are trained to listen, to observe and to customize their approach to individual client needs. They seek to elicit solutions and strategies from the client; they believe the client is naturally creative and resourceful. The coach's job is to provide support to enhance the skills, resources, and creativity that the client already has. " -- International Coach Federation Lymphatic Drainage
A highly specialized, extremely gentle approach to coax the body's lymphatic system to expel excess fluids or toxicities. Depending on the source and level of acuity of the edema (swelling) or toxicities, which can be brought on by surgery, injury or a sluggish lymph system, it is advised to locate a practitioner who has been certified at the level required to address your specific needs. Massage & Bodywork
This is a general term for a range of therapeutic approaches with roots in both Eastern and Western cultures. It involves the practice of kneading or otherwise manipulating a person's muscles and other soft tissue with the intent of relieving muscle tension, facilitating relaxation and improving a person's well-being or health. McKenzie Method®
The McKenzie Method, also called McKenzie Technique, is a system for evaluating and treating spinal problems based on patterns of pain and motion limitations. A treatment approach may consist of motion testing followed by postural correction, joint mobilization and stretching exercises. The patient is taught how to treat his/her own problem which reduces the number of physical therapy visits required. Meditation
Meditation is a general term for a wide range of practices that involve training one's attention or awareness so that body and mind can be brought into greater harmony. While some meditate to connect with a higher power or with the universe, others meditate to reduce stress or alleviate stress-related ailments such as anxiety and high blood pressure. Microcurrent & Color Light Therapy
Microcurrent & Color Light Therapy uses needle-less microcurrent and colored light for traditional acupuncture treatments. This gentle therapy can be used for any acupuncture
treatment as an alternative to using needles. Network Spinal Analysis
Network Spinal Analysis™ care is an evidence based approach to wellness and body awareness. Gentle precise touch to the spine cues the brain to create new wellness promoting strategies. Two unique healing waves develop that are associated with spontaneous release of spinal and life tensions, and the use of existing tension as fuel for spinal re-organization and enhanced wellness. Practitioners combine their clinical assessments of spinal refinements with patient’s self assessments of wellness and life changes. Greater self-awareness and conscious awakening of the relationships between the body, mind, emotion, and expression of the human spirit are realized through this popular healing work. Source: http://www.wiseworldseminars.com Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy is a massage technique that utilizes static pressure on specific myofascial points to relieve pain. This technique manipulates the soft tissue of the body (muscles, tendons and connective tissue) to balance the central nervous system. Pilates
The Pilates Method is an approach in mind & body integration that was created by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. The fundamental principles focus on balance, concentration, control, centered awareness, fluid movements, and breath. Pilates enhances a core strength that increases flexibility, coordination and spacial awareness. The repertoire is performed as a mat class or on specialized equipment utilizing springs for resistance. Pilates engages the whole person, not just the muscles. For everybody from an athlete to mother, Pilates will develop and enhance stamina, posture, alignment & core strength for elite performance to everyday activities. Postpartum Doula
A postpartum Doula is a person who is trained and knowledgeable about newborn care. He or she is certified and experienced in teaching and guiding new parents with their infant the first few weeks at home. This certification applies to knowledge and education on postpartum depression and infant development. Professional Organizing
A Professional Organizer will either work with you side-by-side or coach you to de-clutter and organize your home and /or office, including cleaning out closets and drawers, designing filing systems for paperwork and creating systems that help you move through life easier. Some organizers can also help with time management and streamlining processes and activities. Quantum-Touch
Energy healing techniques developed by Richard Gordon which employ breathing and focused meditative touch to help relieve discomfort and affect changes in the alignment of the body structures. Rebirthing
Rebirthing is a breathing technique that promotes health and healing and reduces stress. Reflexology
Reflexology is a body work technique used to improve circulation, ease pain, and increase relaxation in the body. With fingers and thumbs, the practitioner applies pressure to specific points on the feet and hands that correspond with organs and tissues throughout the body. Reiki
Reiki (pronounced ray-kee), is a gentle Japanese technique which involves the laying on of hands to bring energy into the body for deep relaxation and a sense of well-being. Rolfing
See Structural Integration Rubenfeld Synergy
The Rubenfeld Synergy Method® listens to the wisdom of the body through both touch and talk offering pathways to deep emotion, connection and self-awareness. RSM uses the power of touch to tap the inner resources necessary for deep healing. Sexuality Education Consulting
Sexuality education consulting builds knowledge and affects attitudes in five areas: Intimacy (relationship skills), Sensuality (experiences of the 5 senses), Sexual Identity (gender identity, biological sex, sexual orientation), Sexual Health & Reproduction (anatomy, physiology, sexual activity), and Sexualization (how sexuality is used). Education is provided through workshops; private consultation for individuals, couples and families; Ask-the-Expert events; and professional training sessions. Sexuality education consulting focuses on the What’s and How’s of sexuality rather than the psychological Why’s that are addressed in sex therapy. Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a form of acupressure, and uses varying rhythms and degrees of pressure to balance the life-energy that flows through specific pathways (meridians) in the body. Sotai
Sotai is a Japanese therapy that promotes balance and health through natural movement. Sotai integrates gentle exercises with deep breathing and attains improved body alignment by releasing tension in muscles, ligaments, and tendons. This complements traditional acupuncture in bringing natural adjustment to the total human system. Sound Therapy
Sound therapies are used to support change with a wide array of disorders which stem from language and processing problems, including: apraxia, dyslexia, hyperlexia, developmental delays, language learning disabilities, sensory integration deficit, central auditory processing disorder (CAPD), attention deficit disorder (ADD or ADHD), pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), autism and behavior problems. Sound therapies are also used for life enhancement, personal and artistic development, enhanced focus/ concentration /attention, enhanced creativity, mother/child bonding (even in utero) and foreign language learning. A wide variety of sound therapies are available. Spiritual Counseling/Coaching
Spiritual Counselors and Coaches work with individuals who want to explore the unanswered questions that loom large or weigh heavily on their hearts, helping them develop a deeper meaning or sense of connectedness on an inner or more expanded level. Structural Integration
The Rolf Method of Structural Integration is a form of therapeutic bodywork that restores balance within the body by removing strain patterns in the myofascial system. Through the use of hands-on, massage-like techniques, Structural Integration re-educates the body and raises one's awareness about how to be in harmony within the field of gravity. Su Jok
Su Jok, as translated from the Korean language, means 'hand and foot'. The hands and feet represent a mirror image of the anatomy of the human body, with all of its associated organs and structures. The hands and feet are like remote control centers through which the functions of the body can be both assessed and treated. The Su Jok practitioner puts gentle pressure on different parts of the client's hands and/or feet to effectively ease any bodily pains and tensions. Swedish Massage
A traditional massage approach which employs the manipulative techniques of effleurage (hands), petrissage (fingers), vibration, friction and tapotement (tapping) applied in slow, gentle, vigorous and bracing strokes to promote relaxation of muscles and an easing of stress. The Ishayas' Ascension
The Ishayas' Ascension is a simple form of meditation based on Praise, Gratitude, Love and Compassion. Benefits of regular practice include less stress, enhanced creativity and focus, and increased joy. Ascension can be practiced with the eyes open or closed, so it is easy to incorporate the practice into your daily life. The Journey Process
The Journey is a step-by-step guided visualization that gives users the opportunity to get to the root cause of long-standing emotional and physical issues. In the Journey process you are guided to uncover specific phantom cell memories, resolve them completely and clear them out. It's as if you unlock the innate healing ability deep within to then allow your body - and being - to go about the process of healing quite naturally on its own, and you are left soaring in the boundless joy, peace, and wholeness that is your own essence. Therapeutic Touch
Therapeutic Touch is a healing practice based on the conscious use of the hands to direct or modulate, for therapeutic purposes, selected nonphysical human energies that activate the physical body. Developed in 1972 by Dolores Krieger and Dora Kunz, it is a contemporary interpretation of ancient healing practices which has primarily been taught to nurses. Tuina Massage
Tuina Massage is the Chinese art of finger pressure & massage that releases muscular tension and toxicity by opening meridians for the free flow of vital life energy or qi (pronounced chee). Vita Flex
Vita Flex Therapy originated in Tibet many thousands of years ago, even before acupuncture was discovered. This technique is based on a specific application of hand rotation movements and control points. These specific pressure points release vibrational healing energy through the neuroelectrical pathways of the entire body and mind to release tension, congestion and imbalances. Voice Dialogue
Voice Dialogue is a method for becoming aware of the various inner selves, aspects or energies that create the unique person you are, and integrating them into your life in a gentle way. The results are greater inner balance and harmony, more self-acceptance and choice in your self-expression, better relationships and a stronger sense of your essence. Work/Life Balance Coaching
Work/Life Balance Coaching is a form of Life Coaching where discussion and exercises focus on designing and implementing strategies for enjoying personal life while fulfilling family and community obligations and performing well at work. Writing Groups/Coaching
Writing Coaches work with individuals one-on-one or in groups to help them connect to their inspiration, write for personal or professional use, and develop writing and marketing strategies for their work.
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