Joanie holds certifications in:
Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy
(Myo) muscle tissue and the connective tissue in and around the fascia. Myofascial pain often results from muscle injury or repetitive strain . This often results in trigger points, like contracted knots, that cause tightness and referral pain into other areas.
Acupressure
Physical pressure is applied to acupuncture points to clear blockages in the energetic meridians.
Reflexology
Application of pressure to the feet and hands in areas that correspond with organ “zones” of the body.
Infant Massage
Assists in the developmental needs of the infants nervous, digestive and muscle systems.
Cranial Osteopathic Technique
Primarily concerned with the study of anatomic and physiological mechanisms in the cranium and their interrelationship with the body as a whole.
Core Radionics
Flower Remedies
Specially prepared flower essences, containing the healing energies of plants.They are created according to a patients emotional disposition.
Guided Meditation
A process by which one or more participants meditate in response to the guidance provided by a trained practitioner or teacher, either in person or sound recording, video, or audiovisual media comprising of verbal instruction.
Remote/Distance Healing Sessions
Energy healing that takes place on the quantum level. It may be done over the phone or a special time set aside and agreed upon by you and the practitioner.
PNF(proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) Stretching
A more advanced form of flexibility training. This involves an isometric hold of reciprocal muscles followed by a static stretch of the same muscle group. Developed as a form of rehabilitation.
Thai Medical Massage
Deep pressure point work to stimulate the sen lines, or body energy pathways.
Pre-natal
Therapeutic bodywork that focuses on the special needs of the mother-to-be as her body goes through dramatic changes of pregnancy. It enhances the function of muscles and joints, improves circulation and general body tone, and relieves mental and physical fatigue.
Core Synchronism
A system of hand medicine designed to assist nature in establishing harmony with all parts of the organism. It is not pathology specific . It is a mechanical system designed to restore balance, which results in activating an individual’s self-healing ability.
Core Synchronism Instruction
Teacher levels 1-3
Cupping Therapy
Removes toxins from the body increases blood flow and chi flow to promote healing.
Gua Sha
This alternative therapy involves scraping your skin with a massage tool to improve your circulation. This ancient Chinese healing technique may offer a unique approach to better health, addressing issues like chronic pain.
*Certification definitions from Mosby’s Medical Dictionary and Wikipedia.