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Candace Pert, Ph.D. Molecules of Emotion: Why you feel the way you feel Scribner, 1997 A participant in the discovery of the brain's opiate receptors in the early '70s and an expert on neuropeptides, Pert describes how the immune and neurological systems communicate with each other through these biochemical messengers, thus demonstrating the mind-body connection, or "bodymind" as Pert terms it. Foreword by Deepak Chopra, MD. |
Appendix B: Researched and updated by Jackie Wootton, M.Ed.
Introduction by Candace Pert
Body-Mind
Cancer and Complementary Care
Alternative & Complementary Health Care Systems
Diet, Nutrition and Preventive Medicine
Environmental Medicine
Holistic Health Care (General)
Manual and Energetic Therapies
Meditation, Yoga
General Information Resource and Referral Listings
For additional resources on relevant Alternative and Complementary Resources, see our Resource Guides on:
Although I am a scientist and not a clinician, I am of the strong opinion that complementary therapies can not only help with chronic degenerative diseases like cancer, arthritis, heart disease and autoimmune disorders but also with other health problems, such as asthma, premenstrual syndrome, headaches, sinusitis and gastrointestinal disorders, for which conventional medicine can offer only incomplete or no help. Complementary therapies can also enrich our lives so we can live them more fully and joyfully. Following is a list of resources related to bodymind medicine to help you find further information about therapies or locate a practitioner in your area.
For this section, I am most fortunate - and very grateful - to have had the collaboration of Jacqueline C. Wootton, M.Ed., my friend and neighbor as well as colleague, and a long standing expert in alternative medicine information resources. The therapies, treatments and approaches represented by the following organizations are those which I think are most relevant for impacting on the molecules of emotion, some of which I've touched on in the book. The compilation is a selection from Jackie's database of resource organizations. The information was correct as of January 15, 1997 and is kept updated on this site.
Jackie has organized the list according to categories relevant to the theme of the book. She would point out that this categorization is not definitive nor complete; several therapies could be grouped differently. Specific biological/pharmacological treatments have not been included, nor have homeopathy and herbal medicine, except where they are part of a complete system of traditional medicine. Some sections, such as cancer care and meditation, have been expanded to include treatment centers or training facilities.
We offer you this information in the spirit of promoting personal responsibility for health. Inclusion in this list does not constitute our endorsement. You will find that some of these organizations give conflicting recommendations, so you would be wise to research a range of different viewpoints and recommendations in order to reach your own health and wellness decisions.
Bodymind medicine is based on the recognition of the relationship between mind and body, the body's innate healing potential, and the partnership of patient and healer in restoring the body to health. Bodymind medicine encompasses a great many modalities, some of which are listed below:
Research & Organizations
Biofeedback
Body Psychotherapy
Guided Imagery & Visualization
Hypnotherapy
Music, Art, Dance, Humor Therapy
Qi Gong
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http://www.ahpweb.org/
45 Franklin Street, Suite 315
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 864-8850
Referral service (415) 964 8850
Fax: (415) 864-8853
Publications, referrals
Institute of Noetic Sciences
http://www.noetic.org
475 Gate Five Road, Suite 300
Sausalito, CA 94965
(415) 331-5650
Fax: (415) 331-5673
E-mail: Chris@noetic.org
Research & Education Foundation; publications
International Society for the Study of Subtle Energies and Energy Medicine (ISSSEEM)
http://www.issseem.org
11005 Ralston Road, #100-D
Arvada, CO 80004
(303) 425-4625
Fax: (303) 425-4685
E-mail: issseem@compuserve.com
Research & Education Organization; publications
Mind/Body Health Sciences, Inc.
http://www.joanborysenko.com
393 Dixon Road
Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 440-8460
Fax: (303) 440-7580
Email: borysenkoco@aol.com
Publish free annual newsletter/Catalogue: Circle of Healing. Information about the work of Joan Borysenko.
Mind/Body Medical Institute
Division of Behavioral Medicine
New England Deaconess Hospital
http://www.mindbody.harvard.edu
185 Pilgrim Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 632-9530
E-mail: mbmi@caregroup.harvard.edu
Research; training; conferenceS
National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine
http://www.NICABM.com
PO Box 523
Mansfield Center, CT 06250
(860) 456-1153
Fax: (860) 423-4512
E-mail: NICABM@neca.com
Conferences; information for practitioners
Preventive Medicine Research Institute
http://www.ornish.com, or http://www.allhealth.com/ornish/
900 Bridgeway, Suite 1
Sausalito, CA 94965
(415) 332-2525, (800) 775-7674
Fax: (415) 332-8730
Dr. Dean Ornish’s medical research institute; research program for heart disease patients
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Biofeedback is used to train patients to control brainwave activity so they can modify their own autonomic body processes. This technique may be used to retrain cardiovascular and respiratory functions.Association for Applied Psychophysiology & Biofeedback (AAPB)
http://www.aapb.org
10200 West 44th Avenue, Suite 304
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-2840
(800) 477-8892, (303) 422-8892
Fax: (303) 422-8894
E-mail: AAPB@resourcecenter.com
Publications, membership list
Biofeedback Certification Institute of America (BCIA)
http://www.bcia.org
10200 West 44th Avenue, Suite 304
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
(800) 477-8892
(303) 420-2902
Fax: (303) 422-8894
E-mail: bcia@resourcecenter.com
Listing of State Chapters
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American Society for the New Identity Process
http://www.newidentityprocess.com/asnip.html
131 Colonial Hill Drive
Wallingford, CT 06518
(888) 912-1891
National society, provides education, training and certification programs in the New Identity Process therapy. Affiliated with the International Society for the new Identity Process. Listings of therapists world-wide, calendar of workshops and training sessions.
Attach
3900 East Camelback Road, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 912-5340
Clinical education, conferences, training and treatment facilities for children and adolescents who suffer from attachment disorder using methods of catharsis and holding.
Experiential Group Therapy Associates
910 La Grande Road
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(301) 434-0766
E-mail: Lgrodzki@erols.com
Association of psychotherapists trained and certified in a variety of experiential therapies, including the New Identity Process, offering workshops, group therapy and training.
Rubenfeld Center
http://members.aol.com/rubenfeld/synergy/index.html
115 Waverly Place
New York, NY 10011
(800) 747-6897, (212) 254-5100
Fax: (212) 254-1174
E-mail: rubenfeld@aol.com
A synthesis of Alexander, Gestalt and Trager touch techniqes used simultaneously with psychotherapy that follows bodily cues. Information and practitioner list.
School for Body-Mind Centering
189 Pond View Drive
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 256-8615
Bonnie Bainbridge-Cohen's intuitive approach to wellness involves an individually customized set of movements and projection of consciousness into various parts of the body and its constituents.
United States Association for Body Psychotherapy
http://www.usabp.org
7831 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 294
Bethesda, MD 20814
(202) 466-1619
Fax: (212) 629-2039
E-mail: usabp@usabp.org
National organization that promotes field of body psychotherapy. Membership includes individual practitioners with diverse theoretical backgrounds, encompassing current field of body psychotherapy.
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GUIDED IMAGERY & VISUALIZATION
This technique enlists the imagination to aid diagnosis and promote physiological functioning.Academy for Guided Imagery
http://www.healthy.net/univ/profess/schools/edu/imagery/index_net.html
PO Box 2070
Mill Valley, CA 94942
(800) 726-2070
Fax: (415) 389-9342
Membership list; information resources
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Academy of Scientific Hypnotherapy
PO Box 12041
San Diego, CA 92112
(619) 427-6225
Fax: (619) 427-5650
Information; referrals
American Academy of Medical Hypnoanalysts
http://aamh.com/
628 Murray Road, Suite 4
Memphis, TN 38119
(800) 454-9766
Fax: (901) 683-1224
Publications; referrals
American Association of Professional Hypnotherapists
http://aaph.org
2443 Ash Street, Suite D
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 323-3224
E-mail: staff@aaph.org
Membership organization; information
American Psychological Association, Division 30,
http://www.apa.org/divisions/div30
Psychological Hypnosis
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 336-5500, (717) 245-1795
Publications; membership list
American Society of Clinical Hypnosis
33 W. Grand Avenue, Suite 402
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 645-9810
Fax: (312) 645-9818
Certification; referrals; publications
International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
http://www.infinityinst.com/aboutim.html
4110 Edgeland, Suite 800
Royal Oaks, MI 48073
(248) 549-5594
Referral line: (800) 257-5467
Referrals; publications
Milton H. Erickson Foundation, Inc.
http://www.erickson-foundation.org/
3606 North 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 956-6196
Fax: (602) 956-0519
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MUSIC, ART, DANCE, HUMOR THERAPY
Use of the arts to heal, maintain and improve a person's physical and mental health.American Art Therapy Association, Inc.
http://www.arttherapy.org/
1202 Allanson Rd.
Mundelein, IL 60060-3808
(888) 290-0878, (847) 949-6064
Fax: (847) 566-4580
E-mail: arttherapy@ntr.net
Certification; information
American Music Therapy Association, Inc.
http://www.musictherapy.org
8455 Colesville Road, Suite 1000
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 589-3300
Fax: (301) 589-5175
E-mail: info@musictherapy.org
The former American Association for Music Therapy and the National Association for Music Therapy merged to form the AMTA in 1998. Certification organization; membership list; publications; information
American Association for Therapeutic Humor
http://aath.org/
P.O. Box 48331
Phoenix, AZ 85075-8331
(602) 477-0639
Fax: (602) 269-3195
E-mail: office@aath.org
Information; publications
American Dance Therapy Association
http://www.adta.org
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway
2000 Century Plaza, Suite 108
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 997-4040
Fax: (410) 997-4048
E-mail: info@adta.org
Information; publications
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Qigong Institute
http://www.qigonginstitute.org/
561 Berkeley Avenue
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Tel/Fax: (650) 323-1221 (newsletter)
E-mail: qigonginstitute@healthy.net
Information clearinghouse; research; education; newsletter
East-West Academy of Healing Arts
http://members.aol.com/eastwestqi/ and http://www.eastwestqi.com/
450 Sutter Street, Suite 2104
San Francisco, CA 94108
(415) 788-2227
E-mail: EastWestQi@aol.com
Education, training and research. Also home of the World Qigong Federation, established in November 1997.
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Bristol Cancer Help Centre
http://www.bristolcancerhelp.org/
Grove House
Cornwallis Grove
Clifton
Bristol BS8 4PG
England
0117 980 9500
Fax: 0117 923 9184
Holistic approach to cancer treatment. Nationwide support groups.
Forerunner of many such treatment centers around the world.
Cancer Control Society
2043 North Verendo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(800) 227-2345
Information and referrals
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
http://www.cancercenter.com
Referrals to Centers throughout the United States.
(800) 615-3055
Conventional care with guided imagery, visualization, nutrition and other support programs.
CANHELP
http://www.canhelp.com
3111 Paradise Bay Road
Port Ludlow, WA 98365
(360) 437-2291
(800) 565-1732
Fax: (360) 437-2272
E-mail: canhelp@olympus.net
Information on alternatives; services include interpretation of your physician's data
Commonweal Cancer Project
http://www.commonweal.org/canproj.html
PO Box 316
Bolinas, CA 94924
(415) 868-0970
Fax: (415) 868-2230
Project, directed by Michael Lerner, to facilitate the integration of conventional and complementary cancer therapies; CanServe database of practitioners and other resources.
Exceptional Cancer Patients
http://ecap-online.org/
300 Plaza Middlesex
Middletown, CT 06457
(203) 343-5950
(800) 759-1294
Fax: (203) 343-5956
Foundation for the Advancement of Cancer Therapy (FACT)
Box 1242, Old Chelsea Station
New York, NY 10113
Information on nontoxic treatments
Gawler Foundation
http://www.gawler.asn.au
PO Box 77G
Yarra Valley Living Centre
55 Rayner Court
Yarra Junction, Victoria 3739
Australia
03 5967 1730
Fax: 035967 1715
Email: general@gawler.asn.au
Residential program with emphasis on meditation; annual international congress
Geffen Cancer Center and Research Institute
981 37th Place
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
(561) 770-5800
(800) 834-4791
Fax: (561) 770-5805
E-mail: ctarasavage@geffencenter.com
State-of-the-art- conventional cancer treatments with 7-level body, mind, heart and spirit program for patients and family members, as described in his book, The Journey Through Cancer: An Oncologist's Seven-Level Program for Healing and Transforming the Whole Person (Crown Publishers, 2000).
Getting Well
933 Bradshaw Terrace
Orlando, FL 32806
(800) 426-8662
Fax: (407) 426-8661
28 day treatment program for cancer and other life-challenging conditions
Healing Choices
http://www.ralphmoss.com
144 St. John's Place
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 636-4433
(800) 929-WELL
Fax: (718) 636-0186
Information and advice on alternative treatments, including bodymind approaches
Optimum Health Institute
http://www.optimumhealth.org
6970 Central Avenue
Lemon Grove, CA 92145
(619) 464-3346
Fax: (619) 589-4098
E-mail: optimum@optimumhealth.org
Instructional and treatment programs in San Diego, CA area and Austin, Texas
People Against Cancer
http://www.PeopleAgainstCancer.com/
PO Box 10
Otho, IA 50569
(515) 972-4444
Fax: (515) 972-415
E-mail: info@PeopleAgainstCancer.com
Information and advice on alternative treatments
Simonton Cancer Center: New Patient Program
http://www2.lainet.com/~simonton/index.html
PO Box 890
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 457-3811
(800) 459-3424
Fax: (310) 457-0421
E-mail: simonton@lainet.com
5-day educational and psychotherapeutic session for cancer patients and their supporters.
Vega Study Center
http://www.vega.macrobiotic.net
1511 Robinson Street
Oroville, CA 95965
(916) 533-4777
Fax: (916) 533-4999
E-mail: VegaStudy@cncnet.com
Instructional and treatment programs
World Research Foundation
http://www.wrf.org/
41 Bell Rock Plaza
Sedona, AZ 86351
(520) 284-3300
Fax: (520) 284-3530
E-mail: info@wrf.org
Research information on alternative treatments
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Acupuncture and Traditional Oriental Medicine
Ayurveda
Naturopathy
Traditional Healing Systems
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ACUPUNCTURE AND TRADITIONAL ORIENTAL MEDICINE
Ancient Chinese medical system of balancing the flow of vital energy through the body's meridians; used to alleviate pain, enhance natural immunity and treat many health problems. Acupuncture is characterized by the insertion of very fine needles, a usually painless and often pleasurable procedure, followed by a deep rest or even a nap.
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
5820 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 500
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(213) 937-5514
Professional Association for physician acupuncturists; publications, membership list
American Association for Oriental Medicine
http://www.aaom.org/aahome.htm
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27607
(919) 787-5181
Professional Association for non-physician acupuncturists; publications, membership list
National Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance
(The National Alliance)
14637 Starr Road SE
Olalla, WA 98359
(206) 851-6896-3511
Fax: (206) 851-6883
E-mail: 76143.2061@compuserve.com
National membershp association representing the diversity of practitioners of acupuncture; information, publications, membership list
Traditional Acupuncture Institute, Inc.
The American City Building, Suite 100
Columbia, MD21044
(301) 596-6006 (DC)
(410) 997-4888 (Baltimore)
Fax: (410) 997-4793
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Ancient Indian medical system meaning 'science of life'. Based on the harmonization of body, mind and spirit.
Ayurvedic Institute
11311 Menaul NE, Suite A
Albuquerque, NM 87112
(505) 291-9698
Fax: 294-7572
Information; publications
The Chopra Center for Well-Being
http://www.chopra.com
7630 Fay Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(888) 424-6772
(858) 551-7788
Fax: (858) 551-7811
E-mail: info@chopra.com
For information on seminars and other programs by Dr. Deepak Chopra.
Maharishi Ayur-Veda Medical Center
http://www.vedic-dc.com
5504 Edson Lane
North Bethesda, MD 20852
(301) 770-5690
Fax: (301) 770-5694
E-mail: vedicdc@aol.com
Nancy Lonsdorff, MD combines conventional medicine and ayurveda. Has outpatient Panca Karma and traditional Indian medicinal massage.
College of Maharishi Vedic Medicine
http://mum.edu/cmvm/index.html
Maharishi University of Management (formerly Maharishi International University)
1000 North 4th Street
Fairfield, IA 52556
(515) 472-1110
Fax: (515) 472-1179
E-mail: admissions@mum.edu
Research; education; training. Houses the Center for Natural Medicine & Prevention, an NCCAM/NIH-funded research center.
Health education programs; physician referrals
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Eclectic health care system, based on current biochemical studies, that utilizes a wide range of healing practices to enhance the body's own restorative capacities. Training requires a rigorous four years and emphasizes a gentle approach that "does no harm", uses natural therapies, supplements and ancient wisdom.
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
http://infinity.dorsai.org/Naturopathic.Physician
2366 Eastlake Avenue East, Suite 322
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 323-7610
Information on licensing, referrals
Homeopathic Academy of Naturopathic Physicians
PO Box 12488
Portland, OR 97042
(503) 795-0579
Training, publications, referrals
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Other traditional systems, such as Shamanism, use a variety of spiritual practices for healing, achieving well-being and helping others.
Foundation for Shamanic StudiesPO Box 1939
Mill Valley, CA 94942
(415) 380-8282
Training; information.
Institute for Traditional Medicine
2017 SE Hawthorne Blvd.
Portland, OR 97214
Please do not phone ITM write, enclosing self-addressed stamped envelope.
Web site: http://www.europa.com/~itm/index.html
Information on Chinese, Tibetan, Ayurvedic, Native American and Thai traditional medicine.
Professional Association of Traditional Healers (PATH)
http://www.holistic.com/path
190 E. 9th Avenue, Suite 290
Denver, Colorado 80206
800-735-PATH
Fax: (303) 830-2346
E-mail: path@holistic.com
Research and information resources
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DIET, NUTRITION AND PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
Nutritional supplementation is used to alleviate a variety of health problems, maintain physical and psychological health, promote longevity and prevent chronic complaints.
American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM)
http://www.acam.org/
PO Box 3427
Laguna Hills, CA 92654
(714) 583-7666
Journal, information, referrals
American College of Nutrition
722 Robert E. Lee Drive
Wilmington, NC 28480
(918) 452-1222
Publications, lectures on nutrition research
American Dietetic Association
216 West Jackson, Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 899-0040
American Natural Hygiene Society
11816 Racetrack Road
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 855-6607
Information, publications, referrals
American Preventive Medical Association
http://www.healthy.net/pan/pa/NaturalTherapies/apma/index.html
459 Walker Road
Great Falls, VA 22066
(703) 759-0662
(703) 759-6711
Lobbying organization, information on curent legislation
Center for Science in the Public Interest
1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 332-9110
Fax: (202) 265-4954
Information; publications
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
PO Box 6322
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 686-2210
Professional organization; information, publications
Physicians Association for Anthroposophical Medicine
http: www.healthy.net/pan/pa/paam/index.html
7953 Californai Avenue
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 967-8250
Fax: (916) 966-5314
Information, publications
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MACROBIOTICS
A way of eating and living that recognizes the natural order in all things physical, emotional, mental, ecological and spiritual.
George Ohsawa Macrobiotic Foundation
1511 Robinson Street
Oroville, CA
(916) 533-7703
Fax: (916) 533-7908
Publications; educational resources
Kushi Institute
http://www.macrobiotics.org/
PO Box 7
Becket, MA 01223
(413) 623-5741
Fax: (413) 623-8827
Educational resources; members list
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WELL ELDERLY
Promotion of a healthy aging process
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
2568 N. Clark Street, Suite 333
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 929-8899
Fax: (312) 975-4034
E-mail: a4m@enet.net
Research and resouce organization
Dharma Singh Khalsa, MD
9225 E. Tanque Verde, Suite 15-103
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-8374
Fax: (520) 749-2669
Alzheimer's Prevention Foundation for research and clinical practice, using non-invasive procedures, such as simple exercises to improve circulation to the brain.
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American Academy of Environmental Medicine
http://www.healthy.net/pan/pa/NaturalTherapies/aaem/index.html
6333 Long Street, Suite 200-214
Shawnee, Kansas 66216
(913) 248-0067
Fax: (913) 248-0880
E-mail: 10553.3664@compuserve.com
Booklist, referrals, newsletter
American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
55 West Seegers Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(708) 228-6850
Fax: (708) 228-1856
Referrals, publications
Human Ecology Action League (HEAL)
PO Box 49126
Atlanta, Georgia 30359
(404) 248-1898
Fax: (404) 248-0162
Information on support groups for people who are "chemically ill".
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HOLISTIC HEALTH CARE (General)
Philosophy of medical care which sees the individual as a whole, seeks to integrate body, mind and spirit, and encourages personal responsibility for a total healthy lifestyle.American Holistic Medical Association
http://www.holisticmedicine.org
6728 Old McLean Village Drive
McLean, VA 22101
(703) 556-9245
Fax: (919) 556-8729
E-mail: ahma@deghon.org
Information, magazine
American Holistic Nurses Association
http://ahna.org/
PO Box 2130
Flagstaff AZ 86003-2130
(800) 278-AHNA (2462)
E-mail: AHNA-Flag@flaglink.com
Certification, publications, members list
Committee for Freedom of Choice in Medicine
http://www.americanbiologics.com/NoFrames/CFCM.htm
1180 Walnut Ave
Chula Vista, CA 92011
(800) 227-4473
Fax: (619) 429-8004
E-mail: cfcm@americanbiologics.com
Information, publications, referrals
Contents:
Acupressure
Bioenergetics
BodyWork/Massage
BodyWork Techniques:
Alexander Technique
Applied Kinesiology
Feldenkrais
Hellerwork
Myptherapy
Polarity Therapy
Reflexology
Reiki
Rolfing
Tragerwork
Chiropractic
Craniosacral Therapy
Osteopathy
Therapeutic Touch
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Acupressure Institute
1533 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 845-1059
Information, publications, referrals
American Oriental Bodywork Association
6801 Jericho Turnpike
Syosset, NY 11791
(516) 364-0808
Information, publications, referrals
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BIOENERGETICS
A variety of bodywork methods are used to help an individual become aware of bodily tensions and how to relieve them. May also involve verbal exploration of emotional conflict.Institute of Core Energetics
http://www.core-energeticsintl.org/
115 East 23rd Street, 12th Floor
New York, NY 10010
(212) 982 9637
Fax: (212) 673-5939
International Institute for Bioenergetic Analysis
http://www.bioenergetic-therapy.com
144 East 36th Street, Suite 1A
New York, NY 10016
(212) 532-7742
Fax: (212) 532-7-5331
E-mail: iibanet@aol.com
Professional association; 5 year training programs around the world; publications, referrals.
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BODYWORK/MASSAGE
Therapeutic massage is the pleasurable manipulation of muscles, joints and soft tissue, to alleviate pain or promote wellbeing. Holistic practitioners can help release emotional tension stored in the body which may be associated with symptoms of illness. There are many styles of massage - experiment until you find the one that best suits you.
American Massage Therapy Association
http://www.amtamassage.org/
820 Davis Street, Suite 100
Evanston, Illinois 60201-4444
(847) 864-0123
Fax: (847) 864-1178
Professional association; information, referrals
Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals
PO Box 489
Evergreen, CO 80439
(303) 674-8478
(800) 8-MASSAGE
Fax: (303) 674-0859
Professional association; information, referrals
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BODYWORK TECHNIQUES
There are a range of approaches based on the use of touch and manipulation which are applied to heal the body and alleviate tension.
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE
Realignment of the body to correct postural imbalances
North American Society of Teachers of Alexander Technique
PO Box 5536
Playa del Rey, CA 90296
(800) 473-0620
Information and publications; practitioner lists
Aston Training Center
PO Box 3568
Incline Village, NV 89450
(702) 831-8228
Information and publications; practitioner lists
APPLIED KINESIOLOGY
Muscle testing is used to identify structural chemical and mental imbalance. Uses nutrition, manipulation, diet and exercise to restore wellbeing.
International College of Applied Kinesiology
PO Box 905
Lawrence, KS 66044
(913) 542-1801
Information and publications; practitioner lists
3223 Washington Bld., Suite 201
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
800466-TFHA
Fax: (310) 574-7830
Information and publications; practitioner lists
FELDENKRAIS
Use of movement to enhance body and mind coordination.
524 Ellsworth St.
PO Box 489
Albany, OR 97321
(503) 926-0981
Information and publications; practitioner lists
HELLERWORK
Holistic approach to restoring and maintaining health through deep tissue bodywork, movement reeducation and therapeutic dialogue
Body of Knowledge/Hellerwork
406 Berry Street
Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
(916) 926-2500
Information and publications; practitioner lists
MYOTHERAPY
Uses manual pressure on sensitive "trigger points" to relieve pain and restore ease of movement.
3661 North Campbell, Suite 102
Tucson, AZ 85719
(800) 221-4634
Information and publications; practitioner lists
POLARITY THERAPY
Bodywork, involving a light touch that focuses on the spine, is used to balance the body's energy flow. Diet and exercise may also be used as adjuncts.
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27607
(303) 545-2080
Information and publications; practitioner lists
REFLEXOLOGY
Reflex points on the feet (or hands) have been thought to correspond to every part of the body, a plausible notion since their sensory nerves make many contacts through the spinal cord. Precise pressure is applied to activate natural internal healing. Usually an extremely pleasurable and relaxing experience.
PO Box 7622
Mission Hills, CA 91346
(818) 361-0528
Information and publications; practitioner listsInternational Institute of Reflexology
PO Box 12462
St. Petersburg, FL 33733
(813) 343-4811
Information and publications; practitioner lists
REIKI
Gentle healing touch is used to restore the body's energy. Also a system for self-healing.
PO Box 41
Cataldo, ID 83810
(208) 682-3535
Information and publications; practitioner lists
ROLFING
Manipulation of the body's myofascial system to achieve correct alignment, balance and poise.
International Rolf Institute
302 Pearl St.
Boulder, CO 80306
(303) 449-5903
Information and publications; practitioner lists
TRAGERWORK
Combination of bodywork and rhythmic exercises to alleviate the body's tensions and increase self-awareness.
Trager Institute
33 Millwood
Mill Valley, CA 94941-2091
(415) 388-2688
Information and publications; practitioner lists
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CHIROPRACTIC
This long established American medical system uses spinal and joint adjustments to alleviate pain and stimulate the body's natural defense mechanisms. Has been scientifically proven to help back pain and headaches. Some practitioners have a gentle style with no "cracking"; all emphasize body mind and spirit and offer nutritional diagnosis and advice.American Chiropractic Association
1701 Clarendon Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22209
(703) 276-8800
Fax: (703) 243-2593
E-mail: AmerChiro@aol.com
Web site: http://www.amerchiro.org/aca/
Professional association; education, research, publications
International Chiropractors Association (ICA)
1110 N. Glebe Rd., Suite 1000
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 528-5000
(800) 423-4690
Fax (703) 528-5023
Web site: http://www.chiropractic.org/
Professional assocn; education, research, publications
Association for Network Chiropractic
444 W. Main Street
Longmont, CA 80501
(303) 678-8101
A recent modification of classic chiropractic that uses a very light touch along the skull and spine to elicit spontaneous, involuntary waves of motion sometimes accompanied by emotional release. Practitioner list, conferences, training
World Chiropractic Alliance
2950 N. Dobson Road, Suite 1
Chandler, AZ 85224
(800) 347-1011
Fax: (602) 732-9313
Web site: http://www.choicemall.com/worldchiropractic/
Consumer lobbying organization
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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
Manipulation of the craniosacral system, involving holding the base of the skull and neck, to alleviate sensory and motor dysfunctions.
Cranial Academy8606 Allisonville Road, #130
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 594-0411
Fax: (317) 594-9299
Publications, information, referrals Upledger Institute
11211 Prosperity Farms Road
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(407) 622-4706
Fax: (407) 622-4771
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OSTEOPATHY
Uses a holistic approach to combine conventional medicine and manipulation of the musculoskeletal system to restore and maintain wellness.American Academy of Osteopathy
3500 De Pauw Boulevard, Suite 1080
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 879-1881
(317) 879-0563
Information, publications, referrals
American Osteopathic Association
142 East Ontario Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 280-5800
Fax: (312) 280-3860
Information, publications, referrals
THERAPEUTIC TOUCH
Healing practice of passing the hands lightly over a patient's body to detect energy imbalances, relieve blocks and restore balance. Usually but not always performed by nurses.American Holistic Nurses Association
(Contact details under HOLISTIC HEALTH CARE)
Information; Therapeutic Touch Certification
Center for Human Caring
University of Colorado Health sciences Center
School of Nursing
4200 E. 9th Avenue, Box C288-8
Denver, CO 80262
(303) 315-6157
Research and training center; information; Videos for professionals and patients
Colorado Center for Healing Touch, Inc.
198 Union Blvd., Suite 204
Lakewood, CO 80228
(303) 989-9581
Information, publications, referrals
Nurse Healers Professional Associates, Inc.
1211 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 545-8079
Fax: (215) 545-8107
E-mail: nhpa@nursecominc.com
Information, newsletter; membership lists and referral network
Center for Mindfulness in Medicine Healthcare and Society
http://www.umassmed.edu/cfm
University of Massachusetts Medical Center
Stress Reduction Clinic
55 Lake Avenue North
Worcester, MA 01655
(508) 856-2656
Fax: (508) 856-1977
Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. is founder and director of this clinic using mindfulness-based stress reduction.
The Chopra Center for Well-Being
http://www.chopra.com
7630 Fay Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(888) 424-6772
(858) 551-7788
Fax: (858) 551-7811
E-mail: info@chopra.com
For information on seminars and other programs by Dr. Deepak Chopra.
Himalayan International Institute of Yoga, Science and Philosophy
http://www.himalayaninstitute.org
RR1, Box 400
Honesdale, PA 18431
(800) 822-4547
(570) 253-5551
Fax: (570) 253-9078
E-mail: info@himalayaninstitute.org
Teaching of classical yoga for modern day life; publications
International Association of Yoga Therapists
109 Hillside Avenue
Mill Valley, CA 94941
(415) 383-4587
Fax: (415) 381-0876
Membership list; publications
Alternative Medicine Yellow Pages
Future Medicine Publishing, Inc
c/o Yellow Pages
10124 18th Street, Ct. E
Puyallup, WA 98371
1-800-332-HEAL
Directory of alternative therapies, practitioners and products. Has not been updated since 1995.
AMR'TA - Alchemical Medicine and Teaching Association
http://www.teleport.com/~amrta/
P.O. Box 634
Beaverton, OR 97075-0634
(503) 644-7840
E-mail: amrta@amrta.org
Wellness resources and information for practitioners, patients and students.
Common Boundary, Inc.
http://www.commonboundary.org
7005 Florida Street
Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4155
(301) 652-9495
E-mail: connect@commonboundary.org
Exploring links between psychology, spirituality and creativity. No longer publishes Common Boundary magazine.
Planetree Health Resource Center
http://www.ihr.com/planetre.html
2040 Webster Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 923-3680 (general information)
(415) 923-3681 (information services)
(408) 977-4549 (San Jose)
Patient library and information resources.
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