Preparation:
It is suggested that you refrain from eating for at least one hour before your appointment to be most comfortable. I reserve the right to cancel a session if alcohol or recreational drug is evident, if a client’s conduct is inappropriate, or if the session would be contraindicated by an established health program.

PLEASE NOTE: If your physician is treating you for a serious medical condition, please consult with him or her to confirm that shiatsu is an appropriate addition to your current health care program. Also, please alert your practitioner to any changes in your medical condition before future shiatsu sessions. This would include high blood pressure or pregnancy. Please call before your visit if you have any questions.

Personal Programs

ZEN SHIATSU
Shiatsu: literally translated as “finger pressure,” is a form of bodywork based on Eastern traditions and principles with roots that are more than 2,300 years deep. The Eastern perspective on therapeutic bodywork is different from the traditional Western approach. While the Eastern perspective understands the anatomical parts of the human body and its physiology, it also incorporates a wider, more inclusive aspect that deals with the functional phenomena of the body as a whole. The term of the basic component of the functional phenomena is “chi”, “ki”, or “prana” according to different Eastern cultures. It is roughly translated into English as “energy”. Because this “energy” is considered the underlying force behind life as a whole, the shiatsu therapist focuses on balancing the energetic pattern in the body by working on specific energetic pathways or channels called meridians with concentration on specific acupressure points. By doing this, the body responds by eliminating physical symptoms associated with an imbalance in the energetic system.
A series of techniques which include gentle stretches, and finger, palm, and elbow pressure which is gentle but firm along the meridians on the body are incorporated in a full body or chair massage session.
Shiatsu is a simple, yet powerful tool for regaining and maintaining one’s health and especially for bringing consciousness to the body and eliminating physical symptoms.
Since Shiatsu is given through the clothing, it is suggested to wear loose, comfortable clothing with empty pockets, made of natural fibers such as cotton. (Wearing jeans is not recommended.) Bracelets, belts, necklaces, watches, earrings etc. can hinder the flow of energy during the session. Shiatsu also influences the circulatory, muscular, and lymphatic systems. Receiving Shiatsu regularly over time can help improve the immune system and bring body and mind together for a greater awareness and enjoyment of our participation in life.



EMEI QIGONG
The Emei Qigong teachings defines “Qigong” as:
"The knowledge and practicing methods, that are built on the basis of energy science that through cultivation of the grand method of heart cultivation, physical practice, and virtue building, bring about sudden or gradual awakenings in time to experience and realize the truth of the universe and to ultimately attain the enlightenment of life."
Grandmaster Fu Wei Zhong

WHAT IS EMEI QIGONG?
Emei Qigong is a comprehensive system of Chan (Zen) Qigong devoted to maintaining excellent health and developing spiritual awareness. Its methods encompass several progressive levels that teach theory, movement forms, and other techniques. Thanks to Grandmaster Fu Wei Zhong, the 13th lineage holder of this 800-year-old Emei Qigong tradition, you can now learn how to use its energy cleansing and cultivation methods to hasten the healing of body, mind and spirit.
The Qigong training provides a rich body of knowledge that can inform a lifetime of practice.
For more information about Emei Qigong, please visit www.emeiqigong.us


The Healing Arts of Emei Qigong and acupressure can be experienced in an individual session or in various advertised classes through out the year.

 

WUJI GONG- Qigong classes
All are welcome! All ages and abilities.
Come and learn a moving zen qigong form that "cultivates extraordinary health, vital energy and enlightenment". Wuji Gong is natural, practical and simple to learn. It effectively leads the practitioner to actually feel strong Qi and gain tremendous insight about Qi....the invisible link between mind and body.....the mysterious connection between Human Beings and the Universe.

(Call ahead to check for schedule changes)

 

Zen Qigong Pi Gu…
Energy Facilitated Grain-Free Fasting
Pi Gu
is safe and beneficial in smoothing out the energy meridians and channels in the body and improving the functions of the internal organs.
Pi Gu has basically four levels which will be addressed.

In China, Pi Gu has been widely known as having important effects for:
*Facilitating healing and prevention of ailments.
*Cleansing internal organs.
*Normalizing weight.
*Detoxifying toxins and other harmful substances in the body.
*Enhancing the healing effect of herbal and western medicine.
*Increasing mental clarity and spiritual awareness.
*Creating calm and delightful emotions.
*Nourishing skin and complexion.
*Improving the practice of achievement and performance.
*Stimulating and bringing out the human body’s latent abilities.

 

 

Our areas of expertise include:

  • Zen Shiatsu

  • Emei Qigong

  • Wuji Gong:

Wednesday Classes 12:00PM-1:00PM
Pat Bolger, facilitator
1st Wednesday of each month for new students.
Please call ahead

203-265-0688
Holistic Therapies
15 South Elm Street
Wallingford, CT 06492


Thursdays
7:15PM-8:30PM
Mary Jane Pullen, facilitator

203-773-1199
Unitarian Society of New Haven
700 Hartford Turnpike
Hamden, CT 06517



  • Pi Gu Qigong

Classes or individual session


  • Emotional Freedom Technique
using acupressure points and guided imagery

  • Energetic Space Clearing



VIBe...Vibrational Experience
An Adult, Parent and Family Support Group to assist and guide CHILDREN through educative, adaptive, supportive, spiritual and creative endevors so they may fully awaken to the joy of their authentic selves.
Ongoing programs every other month at Holistic Therapies. For more information please contact Shirley Pagano 203-715-3732/ Paganoheart@aol.com
or Natalie Villar 860-295-0880/ Tacehttan@aol.com

Want more information on changing your life? Call us at 203-265-0688