With the Complete Wellness Program, you can experience the unique synergy of  Reiki, Ayurveda, Acupressure, Yoga, stress management, Emotional Freedom Technique®, spiritual guidance, and intuitive somatic balancing to increase your vital energy, achieve a better understanding of your patterns of disharmony, relieve and rebalance chronic conditions, and rediscover your sense of self and life purpose. Available as a series, at a discounted rate.
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Popular goals for this program are:

• Relief of chronic conditions (such as migraine/headache, lupus, CFS, etc.) to be free of pain;

• Reducing anxiety, stress, confusion, and feeling overwhelmed to feel grounded, calm and focused;

• Improving sleep and increasing overall energy and vitality,

• Balancing digestive disturbances (such as gas, bloating, constipation, etc.);

• Working to rebalance patterns of disharmony related to women's issues (PMS, cramping, menopause);

• Achieving your ideal weight in accordance with your true nature; 

• Harmonizing the emotions with Five Elements acupressure and balancing Vata, Pitta and Kapha (Ayurveda);

• Strengthening and balancing the organ systems and the immune system

Working at all Levels
I believe that all levels of being must be addressed to create complete healing and balance.  Focusing on just one or two may not be enough.  Here is a very brief outline of how this might work (and this reflects how I see energy interfacing with the body, not necessarily tied to any specific religious beliefs). 

LEVEL ONE:  the Physical
This refers to the physical body, it's organs, muscles, bones, blood, etc. Modalities most effective at this level are:

• Ayurveda
• Acupressure / Shiatsu / Reiki
• Herbs / Foods
• Lifestyle recommendations
• Yoga / exercise
• Muscle balancing
• Hot Stone Massage, and you may be referred to other healthcare providers for additional care, such as medical, chiropractic, dental, etc.

LEVEL TWO:  the Emotional/Mental
Emotions are in part a biochemical process involving hormones and other substances, combined with your thoughts, responses and experiences in the world.  Modalities most effective at this level are:

• Balancing emotions associated with Vata, Pitta and Kapha (Ayurveda)

• Acupressure (Five Elements style to harmonize the emotions)

• Stress management and reduction techniques, including Emotional Freedom Technique® and guided visualization.

• Intuitive work to deepen your connection with your Higher Source.

• Reiki

• Addressing your core beliefs about how life works, and you may be referred to other practitioners for additional care, such as Marriage and Family Counselors, psychologists, etc.

LEVEL THREE:  the Human Energy System
This level includes the Chakras, subtle energy bodies, and acupressure meridian systems that serve as an interface between the first three levels and the next two.  Modalities used to work at this level most effectively are:

• Reiki and Kundalini Reiki
• Acupressure
• Yoga
• Muscle Testing
• Meditation / guided visualization

LEVEL FOUR:  the Cosmic Planes
This is where Reiki, chi and prana manifest, the level of Spirit.  They find their way into the body via the third level.  I'm using this level as a catch-all category for many subsets of this reality.  In other systems, this would include the Astral Plane, the Akashic Record, and the Causal Plane. Also included are the transformational, higher vibrational Buddahic (being) and Messianic (unconditional love) planes.  Modalities used to work at this level most effectively are:

• Reiki and Kundalini Reiki
• Meditation / prayer
• Guided visualization
• Intuitive development and work / channeling

LEVEL FIVE:  the Realm of the Divine / Mystery
This level is the utmost foundation of all that exists, possibly even underlying the realm of quantum physics.  And although this level exists to some degree throughout all the other layers, this one is most difficult to access for those of us in Level One.  This is the place of origin for vital life force, before duality (yin/yang) comes into being.  Reiki is said to come from here.  I sometimes like to think about Reiki as divine wind or breathe that flows through to us through intention into the physical plane.  Modalities used to access this layer are:

• Reiki and Kundalini Reiki
• Meditation / prayer
• Intuitive development / channeling.

Living from your depth refers to being true to yourself from Level Five all the way through Level One.  For true healing to occur, all imbalances must be addressed in all of the layers.  For example, someone having a very physical problem would do well to address that through working with modalities that are superb at healing those issues, and maybe support that work by using Reiki and acupressure to support balance at the more subtle levels.  The simplest solution is often the best.  Don't expect Reiki to set a broken leg if a doctor is readily available to do so.  Do allow Reiki to support the fast mending of the bone, and perhaps take herbs that support it as well. 

By the same token, if you're having a spiritual life crisis, seeing your medical doctor may not be the first best thing (although your MD could refer you to practitioners who could be).  Each healing philosophy has things it does really well and some things that it doesn't.  Western medicine isn't great about prevention and chronic conditions, but is superb with acute and emergency situations.  TCM is excellent when used for some acute situations, but its strong point is prevention and rebalancing patterns that create chronic conditions.  And Reiki can go where none of these others can. 

The Complete Wellness Program helps you to examine your essential nature and patterns of disharmony at a deeper level than just a single session.  We draw upon Ayurveda, Reiki, TCM and yoga to align with your physical constitution, mind and emotions.  Intuitive development is naturally included as part of this process.  You'll learn in ways that are comfortable to you how to align with your inner wisdom.

Single Sessions vs. Series
What's the difference between the Complete Wellness Program and receiving a number of individual sessions over time?  In a word, intent.

Individual sessions for stress management or bodywork are great if you just need a tune-up or are maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. Single sessions are also good if you have time constraints and need to progress slowly, a bit at a time. 

If you're serious about taking charge of your health and have specific goals you'd like to achieve, the Complete Wellness Program is the most cost-effective way to go.

The Complete Wellness Program is structured so you can:

- Clarify your goals in terms of your health and lifestyle;
 
- Create a plan to introduce and implement the change you desire;
 
- Receive support as you change your habits;
 
- Fine-tune the information as you go to get the best results; and

- Learn how to do your program outside of sessions so it's sustainable and has maintains value for you. The idea is to provide you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to become independent of the program as soon as possible. The greatest healer for your body is you!

Is this program right for you?
To get the most out of your consultations, it's important that three conditions are present:

1. You're ready to make a change.
Not just in theory, but you truly want to take action. Otherwise, it's just more good information to add to the pile you already have -- which isn't a bad thing -- and if you just want information, individual appointments might work best for you now.

2. Your personal life stable enough for you to focus on making that change.

You may be stressed due to many factors or events outside your control which might interfere with your ability to focus all your attention on making fundamental changes. If this is the case, you can do things to handle your acute stress and manage while events unfold (such as getting counseling from an MFT, getting individual sessions for stress management, or receiving massage, etc.), and when things have resolved, you'll be able to go deeper into your life to get at the root of your concerns through the program.

3. You are willing to approach your concern(s) at all levels (not necessarily all at once).

To achieve your goals, create real change, and to enjoy maximum results, you need to be ready to have everything (and I mean everything) you do line up with your goal(s).

Reaching the Point of the Unacceptable
Have you ever reached a point where the situation was completely unacceptable to you? This is different from wishing things were different, or even experimenting with ways to solve your problem.

When you've reached the point of Unacceptable, you know it.  You feel it in your body and something shifts energetically.  You say to yourself, "That's enough! This cannot be allowed to continue.  It's unacceptable."

I believe this is the positive side of anger and you resolve to make a change.  This is when internal realities begin to shift and you may see a variety of solutions to your problem.  This shift opens doors of opportunity; you meet people who can help, and your ability to intuit choices is enhanced.  Reaching this point makes acting in alignment with your goals easier and more likely.  It fuels your sense of purpose.

When a problem has reached this level, it's as if a magnet has reached down inside of you and realigned all the little odds bits into one unassailable direction. Your thoughts, feelings and intention are all poised and pointed in the direction of solving the problem. This is a wonderful window of opportunity for transformation -- take advantage of it!

Support is Important
I believe that having support is key, especially from someone who can be objective about your situation and may have been through similar issues. Life isn't always a science experiment -- I realize we're very conditioned to try one thing at a time to see what works. Has it ever occurred to you that it may take more than one thing at a time and it's the synergy of all that you do that creates success?

The Complete Wellness Program is done in modules of four sessions.
First you receive a free telephone interview to determine if it can help you.  I'll also get a sense of what your priorities are -- and how to best structure your sessions. Part of this program is figuring out not only what you want to do, but how and when, and under what circumstances.

If you decide to begin the series, we set up your first appointment. 

Your First Appointment
At your first appointment, we discuss your current concerns, medical  history and how applying Ayurvedic principles may help you feel your best. You'll be instructed to keep a food diary. If there's time, you then receive an Acupressure / Reiki session.

Your Second Appointment
Depending on what was done at the first appointment, your second appointment might begin with a yoga session tailored specifically to your patterns of tension, helping you to unwind chronic areas of muscle holding and spasm.  We might review your food diary to determine if any food combinations and choices, and your eating schedule may be fine-tuned to support your physical constitution instead of working against it.  The session ends with Acupressure and Reiki, leaving you relaxed, calm and focused.

Your subsequent sessions will be determined by your wellness goals and what combination of healing modalities best supports you.  At these sessions, you'll probably be introduced to approaches you can do at home to manage and/or reduce stress, which may include Emotional Freedom Technique, guided visualizations, and more.

You can experience these techniques as part of individual sessions outside the Complete Wellness Program, but the Program helps you go deeper into the root cause(s) of imbalances.  Your sessions can be as often as twice a week or twice a month.  You also benefit by receiving the program discount.  Unless we design your program otherwise, each session is 90 minutes long.

The first module includes an extensive look at your medical history, current concerns, and introduces you to basic concepts from Ayurveda and TCM that you can use outside of session. For pricing information, click here.

The program includes telephone calls and unlimited email contact. You'll receive a FREE copy of the ebook Ayurveda Basics and also The Pocket Guide to Ayurveda by Candis Cantin Packard.

We draw upon several healing modalities in this program:

Ayurveda Lifestyle Counseling
This healing philosophy helps you to reduce stress, learn self-care skills to balance and support your physical constitution, relax and re-energize!

We talk about your physical constitution and how that impacts your health and well-being. Subsequent sessions are focused on your specific concerns; we work together to apply Ayurvedic principles to rebalancing your body. To find out your physical constitution is easy! Just click here to receive your FREE ebook, then take the dosha test.

Therapeutic Bodywork
In-office programs will include at least one session of Acupressure and/or hands-on Reiki.

The program can also be done long distance by telephone (and obviously wouldn't include acupressure from me, but I could make some suggestions about appropriate bodywork modalities that might be helpful, and teach you several potent self-help acupressure points). Sessions done by telephone would be 30-60 minutes long, depending on your needs, and the price would be adjusted accordingly.

Movement for Health/Yoga for Stress Reduction
Recommendations can be given as to what yoga postures and stretches can unwind and release your tension patterns. You'll also be introduced to Restorative Yoga and how it can help you relax and recharge your deep core energy. (If you're interested in finding out more about restorative yoga, I recommend Relax & Renew a wonderful book by Judith Lasater).  For group class information, click here.

Will this really help?
I'm speaking in broad terms about the program here because it is tailored to each individual's concerns and goals. Your program might be a little different.

My Promise to You
Can I absolutely guarantee that all your current concerns and problems will disappear? No, and nobody can, no matter what healing method they use. Each person is a distinct reality unto themselves.

But I do guarantee the accuracy of the information and that I'll do my utmost to be sure you receive the best information and sessions.  If I don't know the answer, I'll refer you to someone who might.

I can guarantee that the information is time-tested, tried and true and has worked well for many over centuries.

I guarantee that:

You'll be given information on how to better manage and reduce your stress. How you use that information is up to you.

You'll be given information on how to change your lifestyle and food choices to bring you more in alignment with your primary dosha (physical constitution), and that doing so may reduce or eliminate your current concerns. Again, how you implement this information and to what extent is up to you.

I'll always be completely up-front and honest about what I know and don't know.  If I don't know the answer, I'll consult with someone who does, or give you a referral.  I'll do my best during that first 20 minute phone call to determine if what I offer might be beneficial to you.

Your Owner's Manual
Ayurveda and TCM are the owner's manual for your body and are easily applied in any situation. Each person's focus will be different and will take a different length of time to work with -- but I won't leave your program open-ended. We'll work within your budget and find a way for you to live your best life!

We're living in a veritable renaissence of healing. Take advantage of the synergy of these wonderful healing modalities I offer.  And I promise, if I don't think I can be of assistance, I will refer you to qualified practitioners who may be able to do so.

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