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 SUMMER 2003
Welcome to the summer edition of the Redhawk Healing Arts NewsForum! This bimonthly newsletter will be available on our website, by email subscription and at our clinic.
This special summer edition will feature new practitioners and therapies at Redhawk Healing Arts!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. New at Redhawk Healing Arts!
Please welcome 6 new practitioners!
II. Special Upcoming Events
Demonstration seminars, workshops and our Grand Opening!
III. FAQ's: Massage Therapy!
by Debbie Wilcox, RMT
IV. Feature Therapy #1
Shiatsu Therapy!
V. Feature Therapy #2
Psychotherapy!
VI. Special Offers
Gift Certificate Giveaway for Massage and Shiatsu Therapy!
VII. Classifieds
Show your visual art at RHA!
I. New at Redhawk Healing Arts!
I am very proud to introduce 6 new practitioners to the Redhawk Healing Arts community. Redhawk Healing Arts is striving to create a comprehensive, integrated health care centre. "Comprehensive" therapies covering all aspects of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. "Integrated" therapists and therapies that work exceptionally well together. Do you address your health one ache & pain at a time? Or do you have a long-term plan for your desired level of health in 1 year, 5 years and 10 years? What have you done for your health today?
Dr. Kimberlee Blyden-Taylor, Founder & Clinic Director, Redhawk Healing Arts
NANCY CRONYN, PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Nancy Cronyn is a psychotherapist and nurse consultant in private practice. She received her nursing diploma in 1978 from Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta and has worked in the areas of surgery, intensive care and community nursing. She acquired a 4 year combined honours degree in psychology and drama studies from Glendon College at York University. While working toward her psychotherapy certificate in a three-year training program at Yonge Lawrence Counselling Centre, she worked as a stage manager and nurse. With these past credits and her present study of shamanism (the study of energy and how to balance this energy in our lives) she brings a unique set of skills and knowledge to her clients, supporting them to deal with issues of relationship, sexuality, illness, bereavement and addiction.
JESSICA SCHWEY, PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Jessica Schwey is a member of the Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychometrists and Psychotherapists and is nearing completion of her Masters degree in Counselling Psychology at the Adler School of Professional Psychology. Jessica enjoys working with couples, families and individuals of all ages. She has helped clients deal with anger, trauma, depression, marital conflicts, family conflicts, anxiety, and stress. Jessica also has experience doing motor vehicle accident assessments.In addition, Jessica has a strong background in the Arts. This allows her to integrate Expressive Arts Therapy into the sessions if the client desires to do so.Please ask about insurance coverage.
WANDA ALLEN, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Registered massage therapist Wanda Allen combines Swedish Massage and Craniosacral Therapy to provide clients with comprehensive assessment and balanced therapeutic strategies. In addition to the use of massage for improved general wellbeing, she has worked with clients dealing with fibromyalgia, arthritis and autism, and also enjoys giving workshops on infant massage. In all cases clients are encouraged to take an active role in their healing process. Wanda lives in the area and is an active mother with four children.
MATIAS ROZENBERG, SHIATSU THERAPIST
Matias Rozenberg considers himself very fortunate to have the opportunity to study with Ted Saito. Mr. Saito has studied with Masters Namikoshi and Masunaga (the two pioneers of shiatsu), and is recognized nationally for having brought shiatsu to Canada over 30 years ago. In addition to his interest in Shiatsu, Matias has a Masters of Social Work and has explored the therapeutic benefits of art and music both professionally and personally.Matias will graduate from the Shiatsu College of Canada in the fall of 2003. Until that time, Matias will charge $50 per one hour session.
ELIE KLEIN, BOWEN THERAPIST, ND cand.
Elie Klein is a Bowen Therapist and graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. He received his B.Sc. in biology from Concordia University in Montreal (1995) and continuing education certificate in International Trade from Ryerson University (1998). Elie worked in the field of international commerce before enrolling at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine to follow his passion for natural medicine.
DEBBIE WILCOX, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST
Debbie Wilcox is a graduate of the 3-year program in Massage Therapy offered by Centennial College. She sees massage as a wonderful vehicle for health not only in treating existing health concerns but also as a proactive lifestyle choice for her clients. Debbie is a lifelong learner and sees regular professional development as being beneficial to her clients as well as herself. In her spare time Debbie enjoys music and has played flute with the 48th Highlanders of Canada since 1990. As well, she regularly volunteers for charitable endeavors particularly with "Variety, The Children's Charity".
II. Special Upcoming Events
Redhawk Healing Arts Grand Opening! Come see our clinic at our open house! It will be held Saturday, September 13, 2003 from 12-4pm. Demonstrations, Q&A, kid-friendly, refreshments! Come with your questions ready!
Bowen Therapy seminars! Elie Klein will be holding demonstation seminars on Bowen Therapy every second and fourth Monday, 7:00pm, starting August 11, 2003.
"Herpes and Self-Esteem" An eight week workshop, held by Nancy Cronyn, beginning Thursday Oct 23, 2003 from 7-9pm for $300.
III. FAQ's
Massage Therapy!
by Debbie Wilcox, RMT
What conditions can Massage Therapy help?
Massage therapy can be beneficial in alleviating discomfort associated with the following conditions:
Headaches and migraines
Inflammatory conditions (arthritis, tendonitis)
Repetitive strain injury (carpal tunnel syndrome)
Post-injury and post-surgical rehabilitation
Discomfort associated with pregnancy and labour
Circulatory and respiratory problems
Stress relief
What happens on the first visit?
On your first visit you will be asked to fill out a confidential health history form. Your therapist will listen to your concerns and may perform some range of motion and /or special orthopedic tests in order to assess your individual needs. Together, you and your therapist will develop a treatment plan based on the results to ensure that you receive an appropriate treatment that will help you return, as much as possible, to your activities of daily life.
To augment your massage treatments your therapist may prescribe some simple strengthening/stretching or hydrotherapy applications to perform between visits.
Is massage therapy a Regulated Health Profession?
Yes! The profession of massage therapy is regulated in the province of Ontario under the Regulated Health Professions Act and the associated Massage Therapists Act.
Is massage therapy covered by Extended Health Care Insurance?
Yes! Most extended health care plans will cover massage. All that is required for remuneration is a receipt from your Registered Massage Therapist.
IV. Feature Therapy No. 1
Shiatsu Therapy: You deserve to relax. It's good for you!
by Matias Rozenberg
Eastern healers have known for thousands of years what many modern medical practitioners are now beginning to accept as scientific fact: Not only is relaxation good for you, it is essential to your health.
Health through relaxation and stress reduction can be achieved through shiatsu.
Shiatsu, which translates literally as "finger pressure", was developed in Japan primarily by Masters Namikoshi and Masunaga in the last 100 years and is deeply rooted in Oriental healing methods dating back thousands of years. According to these healing methods, the human mind, body and spirit are seen as indivisible parts of a whole person.
Shiatsu incorporates acupuncture theory, which states that Chi (or Ki) runs along various pathways throughout the body. These pathways are called meridians. A well-balanced flow of energy within these pathways is considered essential to one's health. The shiatsu therapist seeks to unblock imbalances in the flow of energy within a person by using various techniques.
Techniques employed by shiatsu therapists incorporate various stretches, as well as the application of comfortable thumb pressure. A shiatsu therapist may also use his or her elbows or knees in a treatment. Furthermore, when the therapist views the client from a place of caring and compassion, shiatsu becomes a meditative art form for the practitioner and a deeply enjoyable and nurturing experience for the client.
While shiatsu is relaxing and pleasant, it can also relieve physical ailments and bring about healing on a mental, emotional and spiritual level. Essentially, it sets the body's self-curative powers to work. The release of tension and the creation of deep relaxation effected by the sessions gradually strengthen the body's resistance to disease. Shiatsu is regarded as a respected complimentary medicine and can help diminish future health problems.
Conditions which most often bring clients to see shiatsu therapists include physical aches, (eg. back, neck, shoulders pains), digestive problems, headaches and problems relating to stress. People also go to shiatsu for a general 'health tune-up' and, last but not least, for pleasure.
When receiving a shiatsu treatment, loose fitting clothes are recommended (eg. sweatpants, T-shirt, etc).
V. Feature Therapy No. 2
Psychotherapy!
by Nancy Cronyn
When a person enters into the process of psychotherapy s/he is embarking on a journey into the five aspects of self: emotional, intellectual, physical, spiritual and sexual. People decide to go for psychotherapy when they are in crisis in relationships (with a spouse, work partner, children or parents), when they don't know what they want out of life, or when they feel "empty" or as if life is passing them by. It is extremely important that the client and the therapist are a "match". This means that the client feels very comfortable and safe with the therapist, so that they feel free enough to talk about their feelings openly. I also think it is important for the therapist to have had their own experience with therapy.
One does not have to be "crazy" or "nuts" to seek out professional help once in a while. My view of life is that we are here to learn about how and why we react to things the way we do, how to appreciate the differences in each other, and how to fully accept our humanity, both the darkness and the light.
Our North American society was built on a strong European foundation. That means there are a lot of rules about how to conduct oneself — be strong, be independent, don't rely on others, "children should be seen and not heard", people have to look a certain way to be considered attractive. What are some of the rules you were brought up with? These societal norms have a lot to do with how we are "molded" and learn to survive in the world.
Some of us grew up in families where each child assumed a role: the smart one, the athletic one, the pretty one, the black sheep, the clown. These roles denied the totality of who we are and sculpted us instead into what was desired. Children need to explore their world and make their own impressions, not be created into an image of what they are "supposed" to be.
As we grow up we interpret the world through our molding and sculpting by creating patterns or habits through which we make interpretations. When we encounter situations we go through an instant process of evaluation called a "three step dance" - 1) something happens, 2) we make an instantaneous interpretation of the event and, 3) we react. The instantaneous interpretation comes from all the past experiences we've had that may relate to this situation, it is not based in the moment. Each person will have a different reaction to the same situation thus creating the differences we see in our society.
The psychotherapeutic relationship is the basis for therapy. It is the model in which the client can be totally themselves, where they can practice new feelings, where they can find their own uniqueness and learn how to best utilize their own energy. I believe we all have our own patterns that keep us from intimacy and I show clients how to change the patterns that don't work. I act as a guide and an observer who will challenge and confront the issues presented. The work is done by the client.
I became a psychotherapist because I have been on my own journey and wish to guide others to such changes as I have experienced. At present my practice includes individual therapy sessions with men and women. I am an active member of the Ontario Society of Psychotherapists and I facilitate group sessions for people with sexually transmitted diseases.
VI. Special Offers
Bonus Coupon! Subscribe to our bimonthly newsletter by visiting the home page of our website and receive a thank you coupon for 20% off your next naturopathic appointment. Good for services provided at Redhawk Healing Arts (not applicable to product purchase).
Gift Certificate Giveaway! Book an appointment for a massage or shiatsu treatment before August 31st, and your name will enter a draw for a gift certificate courtesy of Redhawk Healing Arts!
VII. Classifieds
Show your visual art at RHA! Large central reception area in busy clinic has wall space to spare! Neutral ("natural") walls and carpet in newly renovated office excellently suited to large or small pieces. All pieces may be offered for sale.
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