My Program
My approach is to listen to the present issues and concerns of each client regarding their food and health, and guide them to make the best choices they can given their circumstances. I use a combination of Ayurvedic medicine and nutritional theory as tools to assess which changes could reap maximum benefits for each client. A series of small adjustments has proven to be the best way to enact lasting change and longevity of health. It is our lifestyles, more so than any diet we may be on, that will determine the quality of our health, and ultimately, our happiness.
Our bodies are constantly going through change; we grow older, the seasons come and go, and our daily schedule may bring about any number of fluctuations. Our best defense against poor health, stress, or depression is in being able to recognize subtle changes in our body and emotions which can lead to more serious imbalances when left unchecked. Irritability can lead to acne, gas and bloating could signal insomnia, increased mucous may be an early marker for depression. As we learn our own individual cycles, we can adjust our diet and activities to maintain stability and health.
Using a combination of Integrative Nutrition and Ayurvedic treatments, I work with clients in a program that is tailored to each individual's goals and needs. Some clients come for over 9 months, others for as few as a few sessions. I address a variety of health concerns such as weight loss, skin blemishes, digestive disorders, allergies, PMS, and chronic conditions. My work combines the use of therapeutic nutrition, herbs, body therapies, and counseling to bring lasting health and vitality to my clients. My nutritional program includes:
- Twice a month one-on-one consultations
- Food and self-care product samples
- Fun and informative "homework" between sessions
- Cooking class with the meal of your choice (guests invited)
- Access to my lending library
- Between-session email support
Body Therapies:
Abhyanga
This is a detoxifying warm oil massage. I choose the appropriate oil for your constitution, then perform a series of strokes that draw toxins out of the tissue and cells to be purged by the digestive system. Spring and Fall are the best times for an abhyanga, since the body goes through a natural cleansing process, but they are wonderful for cold dry skin in the winter too!
Nasya
Perfect for those with sinus trouble, seasonal allergies, or who feel mentally sluggish, this is a warm brisk face, head, and neck massage. Using with a special oil to stimulate and open the channels to the brain, this is a deeply satisfying and invigorating treatment!
Foot and Head Massage
I'm not a certified reflexologist, but I can give a darn good foot massage! And if you've never had a head massage, lying comfortable fully clothed on the table while I coax all the stress from your mind, it's a wonderful gift!
T'ai Chi or Yoga
Some clients are interested in exploring different forms of exercise. In my office, there is space for us to do a gentle session of either yoga or t'ai chi. It is sometimes nice to be introduced to the concepts or movements in a private, non-judgmental environment.
Health History Forms
Here is a health history form I ask my clients to fill out which will allow me to get a headstart on building a program tailored toward you.