Good practice procedures in Complementary & Alternative Medicine include obtaining a signed Informed Consent form from a client along with pertinent client information, insurance information if appropriate, and setting up a client file. The client file will contain all documents pertaining to the client and allow the practitioner to provide excellent Case Management. Why is… [Read More]
Informed Consent and Energy Healing Modalities
When you are initially practicing on family and neighbors, the consent form acts to provide information and clarification for participants and it helps you begin to establish a sense of professionalism in your work. When you feel ready to practice Healing Touch, Reiki or another form or energy healing beyond your circle of family and… [Read More]
Why CAM Practitioners Need a Code of Ethics
As a professional working with people on a daily basis, your word and your approach towards clients is critically important. Your business is built on the principles and values that you wish to present to your clients consistently. Part of establishing your business and continuing to make an impact on your community as a Complementary… [Read More]
MLD Massage and Essential Oils
LYMPHATIC MASSAGE, enhanced with energy-centered bodywork and essential oils, will support the lymphatic system. Essential Oils of Cypress, Grapefruit, and Orange aid in a flowing lymphatic system is one of the keys to a healthy immune system. Lymphatic Massage, also known as Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is the part a type of massage that helps the lymphatic… [Read More]
Aromatherapie
I recently received my copy of Gattefosse’s Aromatherapy: The First Book on Aromatherapy and while there are many many books on the market about essential oils and aromatherapy, this is the quintessential guide and the first true book published about aromatherapy. The first edition came out in 1937 written by René-Maurice Gattefossé, a french chemist. His father, Louis Gattefossé founded… [Read More]
What is a lifestyle change anyway?
I think I am in the middle of one- which is different than going through “the change” although that is not unfamiliar territory. How about you? I can tell you what a lifestyle change is NOT. Let’s go there first. It is NOT looking for the next book, exercise plan, diet, therapist, coach, healer that… [Read More]
Reiki Healing in a Digital Age
I have been writing lessons for my Reiki Master Teacher course and I am reminded of the powerful gift of Reiki. We have the ability to help ourselves through energy that is available to all of us. Reiki Attunement I have created a course that extends beyond the usual Reiki I, II and III with… [Read More]
What is a Certified Angel Tarot Reader?
As I expand my intuitive wings I am discovering many different methods of healing and self growth. Of course I had heard of Doreen Virtue. She was a renowned intuitive who was greatly respected. And of course, I was familiar with Tarot cards. (Since I first wrote this post she has however, denounced all of… [Read More]
