Resources Taking care of the body while healing the mind and spirit can be an important part of one’s healing. I am clearly a big fan of body work and holistic nutrition and have had excellent experience with all the practitioners listed.
Nutritional Counseling
Though our work is not about food, part of your work is about balancing what you eat with how you feel. Many people who suffer from binge or over eating also have stomach and digestive problems. At some point, working with a nutritional consultant may become part of your healing journey; when you are ready to listen to and make friends with your body. The practitioners listed below are by no means the final word on nutrition. They are people I’ve worked with personally and professionally and respect immensely.
Whole Food Solutions
Claire Mandeville, Wellness Consultant
& Certified Holistic Nutritionist
Claire works with women who are upset by the aches, pains and weight gain of mid-life yet who want to feel their best as they age. She uses a whole food and life-style approach to wellness. Her method is gentle yet thorough and effective taking you step by step at your own pace. Claire offers an initial 20 minute consultation at no charge and provides consultations by phone and e-email.
www.ClaireMandeville.com
Claire@ClaireMandeville.com
828.817.5592, Tryon, NC
The Center for Functional Nutrition
Russell Mariani, Health Educator &
Digestive Wellness Counselor, Author
Since 1980, Russell has dedicated his life to understanding the root causes of all digestive system disorders that he explains in his book, "Healing Digestive Illness." He put together a step-by-step program capable of restoring digestive system problems to normal functioning. Normal functioning means the complete relief from all troubling and uncomfortable symptoms. Russell works with clients from all over the world via e-mail and phone.
www.HealingDigestiveIllness.com
RussellMariani@verizon.net
413-536-0275, South Hadley, MA
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Body Work
Having some significant back challenges, I’ve had to pay a great deal of attention to making sure I can sit for long periods of time. As you can see from my list, I am a big fan of body work and have had excellent experience with all the practitioners listed. There is no right person for anyone. This is far from an exhaustive list but can be used as a start if you are interested in pursuing this area of healing work.
Westwood Family Chiropractic
Dr. Peter Kevorkian & Dr. Patricia Guliano
Dr. Peter and Dr. Patti are married and have been practicing together since 1983. Westwood Family Chiropractic is a home office practice serving individuals and families. Set on 5.5 acres of meadow and gardens, this nurturing environment was created to support people in achieving optimal health and well being. They specialize in chiropractic wellness care, which begins with pregnancy and childbirth and continues throughout a lifetime.
www.WestwoodFamilyChiropractic.com; 781.769.2500; Westwood, MA
Larsen Family Chiropractic
Dr. C. Thomas Larsen
Dr. Larsen uses a variety of high and low force moves to remove vertebral sublexation from the spine and clear the organ systems. His work reflects his belief that there are spiritual and emotional issues that affect our health. Additional techniques are craniosacral therapy, deep massage therapy, applied kinesiology and Reiki.
www.MarketStreetHealth.com; 617.783.2772; Brighton, MA
Garrett Whitney, Advanced Certified Rolfer
Rolfing is a form of deep-tissue manipulation that seeks to realign the body by releasing facial tissue. As facial tissue is released, Rolfing can also help release emotional distress that became locked up in the musculature. Garrett has 21 years of Rolfing experience and offers a free consultation.
www.GarretWhitney.com; 978.371.2188; Brighton & Concord, MA
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Books & CDs
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TAT for Weight Loss Package - Audio CD & Booklet by Tapas Fleming
TAT for Weight Loss Package - Audio CD Download by Tapas Fleming
TAT That! Lasting Weight Loss Card Game by Tapas Fleming
"When Food is Love; Exploring the Relationship Between Eating and Intimacy" by Geneen Roth
"Women, Food and God; an Unexpected Path to Almost Everything" by Geneen Roth
"Women, Food and God; an Unexpected Path to Almost Everything" Audio CD by Geneen Roth
"The Food and Feelings Workbook; a Full Course Meal on Emotional Health" by Karen R. Koenig, LICSW, M.Ed
"Molecules of Emotion; the Science Behind Mind-Body Medicine" by Candace B. Pert
"The Biology of Belief, Unleashing the Power of Consciousness Matter and Miracles" by Bruce H. Lipton, PhD
"Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model" by Richard C. Schwartz, Ph,D.
"The Beauty Myth; How Images of Beauty are Used Against Women" by Naomi Wolf
"Body Traps; Breaking the Binds That Keep You From Feeling Good About Yourself" by Judith Rodin, PhD.
"Healing Digestive Illness" by Russell Mariani
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Organizations
The Tapas Acupressure Technique: www.TatLife.com
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©2010 Beth Rontal, Partnership In Wellness
