How is Healing Touch used?
HT can be used to alleviate many acute or chronic conditions as well as to prepare for and recover from surgery. HT can also be an important part of a wellness or fitness program to optimize performance. HT combines seamlessly with other complementary therapies such as chiropractic, massage or acupuncture. Since healing can occur even when the physical body is unable to recover, HT is often used in hospice to enhance end-of-life care.
What am I to expect?
Come to a Healing Touch session wearing loose, comfortable clothing. You will receive HT fully clothed on a massage table, but HT may also be practiced in a chair, a hospital bed or a nursing home setting. Practitioners use light touch and employ a series of hand positions depending on the techniques chosen. A session lasts from 30 minutes to an hour based on the needs of the client.
Most people experience deep relaxation during the session. You may also perceive heat, tingling or a pulsing sensation flowing from the palms of the practitioner. Results are often subtle. Some recipients say they feel little during the session, but afterwards notice a decrease in pain and stress levels, as well as a reduction in physical and psychological symptoms. Sleep is often deeper and more restful. There is a feeling of calm and well-being.
The Benefits of Healing Touch
o Decrease pain, reduce stress and improve sleep
o Strengthen the immune system and increase energy levels
o Prepare for and recover from surgery or other medical procedures
o Reduce side effects of drug therapy and support cancer care
o Ease acute or chronic conditions
o Enhance hospice or end-of-life care
o Calm anxiety and depression
HT is a professional program endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Association.
Practitioners and instructors are certified through Healing Beyond Borders Educating and Certifying the Healing Touch™ and the designation “CHTP” (Certified Healing Touch Practitioner) is widely recognized in energy therapy training. Healing Beyond Borders Educating and Certifying the Healing Touch™ respects the past, lives in the perfect present, and looks to the future. They are a serious organization, rooted and committed to developing the practice of healing touch therapy—and to the well being of those who seek our help in times of distress.
For more information regarding energy therapy visit www.healingbeyondborders.org/
Healing Beyond Borders Educating and Certifying
the Healing Touch™
To schedule Healing Touch energy therapy contact Kathleen Gill, RN, Board Certified Holistic Nurse and Healing Touch Practitioner please see the CONTACT page.
Core Concepts Expressed in Healing Touch (Click)