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Acupuncture
-provides effective treatment for numerous conditions by balancing the
flow of vital life energy (chi) in order to stimulate the bodys
own healing potential and restore health. The body contains meridians
that are pathways through which the energy of the universe circulates
throughout the body organs. Pain occurs when one or more of the pathways
become blocked, disrupting the energy flow and breaking the bodys
harmony. Needles are inserted into the body on meridian points to unblock
energy pathways.
Aromatherapy
- therapeutic properties of pure essential oils extracted from flowers,
leaves, herbs, bark and roots are used to improve physical, mental and
emotional health. Treatment involves various applications of these oils
to the body in massage, compresses, inhalations, diffusers, spritzers,
baths, creams and lotions. The molecular composition of pure essential
oils allows for easy absorption through the skin, helping to stimulate
circulation and lymph flow; soothe the nervous system; and assist the
detoxification and revitalization of the cells.
Bio-Computer
Operating System (BOS) - a very powerful, non-invasive, healing
modality wherein the brains energetic computer is used to change
unhealthy physical, emotional and spiritual symptoms to a healthy communication,
thereby eliminating pain, symptoms of stress, allergies, headaches, among
other symptoms of illness.
Chiropractic
- a form of health care that prevents disease and maintains a patients
health and well-being through spinal manipulation without the use of drugs
or surgery. Chiropractic focuses on the relationship between the spinal
column, the nervous system, the circulatory system, and a patients
nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle choices.
Clinical
Hypnotherapy - used as a tool to assist in positive behavioural
change by inducing the relaxation response to enhance health and well-being.
Effective in areas such as pain management; weight loss; stopping smoking;
stress/anxiety management including phobias and fears; and assists to
control dysfunctional behaviour due to unconscious programming.
Colonics - referred to as colon irrigation, colon
therapy or high enemas. Involves the use of water for inner cleansing
that washes away toxic waste accumulated on the walls of the colon. Promotes
healthy colon function, which is essential for the absorption of vital
nutrients and elimination of waste.
Crystals
/ Rocks - used as a means of healing and connecting to our true
Self. Each crystal has its own unique vibration and purpose. Different
gemstones are used as stimulators, balancers, tranquillizers, and amplifiers
of healing processes.
Ear
Coning Therapy - a technique using hollow candles, made from cotton
strips coated with 100% beeswax, are inserted into the ear and lit at
the opposite end. As the candle burns, a gentle vacuum is created that
painlessly draws the toxins and debris from the ear canal up into the
hollow opening of the candle, bringing balance to the ear, nose and throat.
Energy
Balancing - involves re-patterning and alignment of the human
energy field to more harmonious frequencies of vibration. Aligning to
these higher vibrations has the effect of enhancing healing and maintaining
well-being by balancing and clearing the energy field.
Family
& Organizational Mediation - involves a Mediator (neutral
third party) working with individuals or groups who are in conflict and
cannot come up with a resolution to their issue(s). The mediator provides
a respectful process of communication between parties, assisting them
to come up with their own solutions to the problem that are seen as fair
and equitable by both parties.
Flower
Essences - herbal infusions or decoctions, made from the flowering
part of the plant, which uniquely address emotional and mental aspects
of wellness. The first 38 flower remedies were formulated by a British
physician, Dr. Edward Bach, in the 1930's, although new remedies from
other plant species are now available.
Healing
Touch - an energy modality used to clear, energize, and balance
the human and environmental energy fields. The hands move over the area
of the fully clothed body removing energy blocks and congestion to reduce
pain, stress and illness in the body. An accredited course of study utilizing
many techniques from various teachers and cultures.
Herbalist
- a certified practitioner using herbs in combination with diet and lifestyle
changes to correct imbalances associated with various health concerns
including fatigue, sleeping disorders, digestion, sinus conditions, recurring
infections, menstrual difficulties, heart conditions, cancer and HIV.
Homeopathic
Medicine - a natural pharmaceutical science that uses various
plants, minerals or animal secretions, in a very small dose, to stimulate
the sick persons natural defences. The medicines are individually
chosen for their ability to cause in overdose the similar symptoms the
person is experiencing; thus like cures like.
Intuitive
Self Enlightenment - the process of embracing those beliefs and
experiences and holding those wounded parts of your self in compassion
so that they can heal. Those parts of your self that you perceive as obstacles,
walls, or blocks transmute into stepping stones and launching pads that
help you recognize and live the magnificence of who you are.
Iridology
- the study of the eye as a window into the health of the body. Specific
regions of the iris correspond to specific areas of the body. Iridology
attempts to identify inherited strengths, weaknesses, and general illness
patterns rather than to name specific diseases. Particularly useful when
diagnosis reached through standard methods is unclear.
Light
& Sound Tuning - all things in nature vibrate to sound, light
and colour. When vibration is in balance the body is healthy. When a disease
or dis-ease is present we can become unhealthy. With the aid of tuning
forks, it is possible to use sound to project the correct resonant frequency
of that part of the body which is vibrating out of harmony, back into
the body, causing it to return to its natural frequency and return to
a state of balance.
Massage - a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body including
muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. Massage helps
alleviate the soft tissue discomfort associated with everyday and occupational
stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain syndromes. It can also
greatly reduce the development of painful muscular patterning developed
after accidents involving trauma and injury.
Massage
- Registered Massage Therapist - a licensed therapist who has undergone
intensive studies in anatomy, physiology, pathology, kinesiology, hydrotherapy,
remedial exercises and clinical studies, including extensive practical
instruction, at a government approved vocational school of massage therapy.
Massage
- Registered Myomassology Practitioner - a registered therapist
trained in a wide range of modalities that include Swedish massage, aromatherapy,
reflexology, ear candling certification, craniosacral therapy, chair massage,
acupressure, Chinese cupping, body mechanics, paraffin therapy, tuina
Chinese massage, pregnancy massage, herbology training, yoga, bach flowers,
hydrotherapy, cleansing and detoxification. Treatments are designed to
meet the individual needs of each client.
Massage
- Certified Massage Practitioner - a certified therapist trained
in the use of pure essential oils and their use through various applications
including a gentle, relaxing, full-body massage which soothes away the
stress and strain of modern life.
Massage
- Accu-Touch Massage - based on a traditional Japanese acupressure
sequence that includes scalp, neck, shoulder, arms hands and back. The
longer version includes legs and feet. Enhances circulation, mental clarity
and leaves one feeling more centred and vibrant.
Massage
- Chair Massage - this technique has the client sitting down generally
in a special chair with clothes on in an office setting or at home. The
benefits from chair massage include physical and mental relaxation, improved
circulation & muscle tone, and improved functioning of the digestive
system.
Massage
- Hot Stone Massage - this tranquil treatment is based on the science
of thermotherapy - an ancient practice using alternating hot and cold
temperatures. Heat from silky, smooth lava stones acts as a catalyst in
loosening muscles and joints, while cool stones create a counteraction
that helps pump out the bodys toxins. Natures elements of
earth, water and fire are combined to ground you into a deep dimension
of relaxation.
Mesotherapy
- a treatment intended to stimulate the repair of the tissues.
It involves the injection of chemicals, vitamins, and other random products
into the "mesoderm" (fat), just under the skin, to treat various
ailments specially in subcutaneous fat to allegedly reduce the fat or
improve cellulite.
Myotherapy
- a system of relieving acute and chronic muscle pain by applying pressure
to highly sensitive spots in the muscle tissue called trigger points,
followed by exercises that stretch and retrain the muscles. Trigger points
are thought to develop throughout life in response to muscle damage and
may cause immediate pain or remain inactive for years, only later becoming
active in response to physical activity or emotional stress.
Naturopathic
Medicine - integrates alternative medical practices such as botanical
medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, and Oriental medicine, with modern
scientific diagnostic methods and standards of care. Naturopathic physicians
are trained in conventional medical disciplines as well as in alternative
approaches.
Nikken
Wellness Technology - leading-edge research and design applied
to the development of a wide range of unique products.
Organic
Foods - healthier to eat than conventional foods. Avoids the use
of chemicals, pesticides, genetically modified seeds, anti-biotics, hormones,
anti-parasite drugs in produce and livestock. New studies indicate that
organic crops contain more nutrients and pose fewer health risks.
Radiance
Technique®, Authentic Reiki® - a precise science for tapping
into a vibration of energy within you known as transcendental or radiant.
Energy that can revitalize all aspects of your being: mental, emotional,
spiritual and physical. A form of transcendental meditation using your
hands.
Reflexology
- a natural healing therapy based on the premise that there are reflex
areas on the hands and feet that correspond to all parts, glands and organs
of the entire body. Pressure is applied on precise reflex points, stimulating
the bodys natural electrical energy along the nervous system, to
clear any blockages or congestion in the corresponding region of the body.
Provides relaxation by removal of tension; improves circulation and elimination;
helps the body to normalize its conditions naturally; balances all of
the body systems.
Reiki
- a hands-on healing system based on channelling universal life
force energy. Reiki teaches that a life force energy is present in all
living things, and that a shortage or blockage of this energy results
in physical and mental imbalance and illness. Balance can be restored
by tapping into the universal source of life force energy.
Retirement
Lifestyle Planning - the enhancement of personal well-being and
quality of life for healthy aging through holistic lifestyle planning,
informed life choices & independent decision-making.
Spa
- various healing and relaxing treatments, customized to suit your individual
needs. Helps to de-stress, restore wellness, and promote a genuine feeling
of tranquillity and enlightenment - soothing, nurturing and therapeutic.
Spiritual
Healing - problem areas and situations involving pain, discomforts
and disease are located and eliminated, using hands on healing through
spiritual energy.
Therapeutic
Touch - when there is illness or disease in the body, there is
a block in the energy flow and this treatment restores the balance of
energy and works very well for treatment of wounds, pain management, disease,
broken bones and stress.
T'ai
Chi - a slow motion, moving, meditative exercise for relaxation,
health and self-defense. Originally from China, Tai Chi engages the mind
to reflect upon the rhythms of nature and seek accord with them. Relieves
stress, leaving the practitioner refreshed and centered.
Veterinary
Services - the principles of alternative medicine are as applicable
to animals as they are to human beings. Animal treatment and healing are
achieved using gentle yet effective methods to treat not only symptoms,
but to cure their underlying conditions.
Wellness
Centre - Hospice - to support, educate and empower those who are
affected by or are caring for a person with, a life-threatening illness. Yoga
- An ancient Indian technique combining physical exercise, breathing techniques
and meditation with a goal to integrate the mental, physical and spiritual
energies. Proven to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, regulate the
heart rate and retard the aging process. |