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What is therapeutic music? Therapeutic music is live, acoustic music, played or sung, and specifically tailored to an individual patient’s immediate need. It is an art based on the science of sound. Therapeutic music is practiced by musicians who complete an approved therapeutic musician curricula and a supervised internship from an accredited training program.  What… Continue reading An Introduction to Therapeutic Music

What is astrology? Astrology is the study of human consciousness—individual and collective—as reflected in the shifting patterns of planets and luminaries against the backdrop of constellations and fixed stars. It is a symbolic language of soul based upon the Hermetic principle “As Above, so Below”—that everything we perceive outside of ourselves is a reflection of… Continue reading An Introduction to Astrology

“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of man.” —Winston Churchill What is equine therapy? Equine therapy is a tool or a treatment that uses the horse to help improve the mental, psychological, and/or the physical functioning of humans of any age. There are three major types… Continue reading An Introduction to Equine Therapy

The chakras are concentrations of life force energy occurring within general locations in the physical body. The word chakra comes from the Sanskrit language of ancient India (cakra, pronounced chuckra with a hard ch) and means wheel or disc. In addition to their physical location, each of the chakras has numerous correlations with elements, symbols,… Continue reading An Introduction to the Chakras

What do the feet, hands, and ears have in common? They all contain reflexology points that can help us feel better throughout our entire bodies. What is reflexology and what does it do? Reflexology is a method of applying pressure to these points using fingers, thumbs, and, sometimes, specialized tools. Reflexology encourages the body to… Continue reading An Introduction to Reflexology

Originally recorded on March 4, 2022. What if you allowed yourself to truly FEEL? Whether it’s grief, despair, or anxiety, society will always find a way to label feelings as “messy.” But burying these emotions only leads to greater emotional upheaval. Bernardi teaches us that our darkest hours are disguised opportunities to uncover and process,… Continue reading Give Yourself Permission to Feel with Ashley Bernardi

Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers (one’s own or someone else’s) to press key balancing points, which stimulate the body’s natural self-curative abilities. Using the power and sensitivity of the hand, acupressure therapy is effective in the relief of stress-related ailments and is ideal for self-treatment and preventive health care because… Continue reading An Introduction to Acupressure

Many people believe that there is a common energy passing through and connecting all beings. Called “prana,” “qi,” or “life force” in various traditions, this energy supports and sustains us. The more connected we are to this energy, the more radiant and vital we feel. When our connection to the life force becomes blocked or… Continue reading An Introduction to Energy Healing

For centuries, both mainstream and alternative healthcare providers have asked, “Nature or nurture?” Which is the dominant factor in human development—is it biology or is it environment? Which has the greater impact, our genes or our experiences? Now, according to the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, “Nature vs. nurture is no longer… Continue reading An Introduction to Epigenetics

Time spent outdoors in nature is critical to physical and emotional wellness. Sunshine provides our bodies with vitamin D, essential for calcium absorption and brain function. It also raises the levels of endorphins in the body. A 2019 study found that 64 percent of respondents reported improved perception of “life satisfaction” after a 20-minute visit… Continue reading An Introduction to Forest Bathing