What to Expect

Prior to the initial visit, intake forms are sent out for completion. The first visit entails a review of the completed intake forms, a comprehensive nutritional and structural evaluation, a review of what is recommended specifically for you, an overview of how the healing protocols work as well as a review of what is required from you in order to obtain maximum results.

Nutrition Response Testing is utilized to determine which of your glands, organs and bodily functions are not performing as they should. It also detects interference factors such as heavy metal toxicity, chemical toxicity and food sensitivities that are limiting the body's ability to function or heal properly. Nutrient insufficiencies are identified and specific whole food supplementation protocols are designed to provide the raw ingredients necessary for the body to heal itself. Healing needs are prioritized and a step by step healing process is initiated. It is an incredibly comprehensive, customized way of addressing what is happening in each individual's body at any given time and for determining what is necessary to help restore proper function and provide ongoing wellness and preventative support.

Nutritional programs need to be monitored and will change over the course of healing. Some individuals need weekly monitoring while others need to be seen every other, or every few weeks. Proper dietary habits and whole food supplements provide the body with the raw materials it needs to fuel the constant regenerating process of each and every cell of your body. This regeneration process takes time and your healing progress will follow along with the body's own natural regeneration rhythms. There may be many internal issues that need to be addressed and the body can not attend to them all at once.

Structural issues can be addressed with CranioSacral Fascial Therapy. Restrictions in the cranial bones, sacrum and fascial system are never forced but are held and/or unwound until a release occurs. Some restrictions are very deep seated and will need to be unwound and released over a period of time, while other restrictions may only need brief work to find a release. Most sessions will encompass work from head to toe so that the entire body is receiving the attention that it needs. Lightheadedness is often felt at the end of a session, especially initially. It is generally very brief and is a sign that the body is adjusting to an improved craniosacral rhythm.

Nutrition Response Testing alone can be handled in a thirty minute session. A typical adult session of either bodywork or nutrition and bodywork in combination runs about an hour while very young children require half an hour or less per session and older children anywhere in between the two, depending on the severity of their needs. Small children have less accumulation in their bodies and generally respond very well to care, requiring a shorter duration of time to heal. Most adults carry more strain and nutritional imbalances and require more time and work to heal. The more healthy choices being made, the greater support you provide to the healing process.

When your body is restricted, toxins are held within the tight tissues. Nutritional imbalances can also result in retention of toxins within the body. As the body comes into balance toxins will be released. Drinking lots of clean water and supporting your body nutritionally helps ease the toxins out of your system gently. Some people will experience cleansing symptoms during this process, while many do not. Often, it is an increase in elimination that is most noted while other symptoms may include skin eruptions or rashes, soreness, fatigue, draining of the sinuses, etc. These issues are generally mild and dissipate quickly.

As restrictions are released and your body comes into balance, you will feel better. Pain is decreased or eliminated, movement is easier, energy increases, and symptoms fade. The body's ability to heal is truly amazing! Healing your body requires effort, commitment and perseverance. It is time and money well spent! We have only one body to take us through this life, and taking proper care of it is essential. I believe that it is the best investment you can make.

The goal of holistic treatment is to:

Identify and eliminate the underlying causes of physical symptoms and pain

Activate the self-healing properties of the body

Allow the body to direct the healing process

Revitalize your personal health

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