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I have recently returned from additional training and Level III certification held in Fort Meyers, Florida a few weeks ago. I have learned so much more than I ever thought possible and I am so grateful for this ongoing training I receive. I am so eager to share with my readers the changes that are coming to Proactive Health Solutions, LLC. These changes include the following:


• Thermographer in Training
• Level III Certification Training others
• Enhanced medical reporting from the reading thermologists
• Enhanced and updated images from new software
• Change in pricing
• Extensive Calendar of Events happening at WellnessFirst!
• Much, much more. . . . .


However, I will need more time to process all the changes and will share more details in an edition of my newsletter in early 2011.

Energy Work
What I wish to share with you this month relates to Energy work and two incredible practitioners, Bob Harris and Catriona O’Curry of BobCat Integrative Consulting. www.bobcatintegrativeconsulting.com

I had my first experience with this husband and wife team a few months ago and am still feeling the benefits on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels.

I have told others about Bob and Catriona and the profound and lasting healing I have had after working with them and each one of these clients has called or stopped by my office to tell me about their powerful experiences.

I sat down with Catriona and asked her questions about what she and Bob offer those in our community who use their services and have included a short write up in this newsletter.
I confess that I knew very little (okay I knew nothing) about Energy work and how Energy plays a role in all our lives. It wasn’t until I experienced their work that my interest grew and I began seeing Catriona on a regular basis.

Below are some of the questions many people ask Bob and Catriona about Energy work, and the answers I got from these two practitioners. I’ve also included some thermal images that help you to “visualize” the physiological changes one can experience via acupuncture; one of the many different forms of Energy work.

What is Energy work?
Energy work typically means doing some form of hands on healing work to address the vital energy or life force within and surrounding the body of an individual. The acupuncture (see below) of Chinese medicine is a good example of how Energy can be restored where depleted, balanced, and calmed (in this case by using needles) to open up blocks and ensure that the ‘Chi’ is flowing along specific meridians or currents. Quantum Physicists attest that everything is made up of Energy. The further we break down molecules and atoms, the more obvious it becomes that there is an aliveness or current, (some might say spirit) within even the most minute particles. This has been known for thousands of years among the Sages, Healers and Masters from our oldest cultures, such as the First Nations of North and South America, Ireland, India, China and Japan. Ancient Shamans and Healers knew how to work with Energy to transmute all sorts of ailments.
Thermal images:

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thermal table

Very objective monitoring of the effects of treatment can be recorded using thermal imaging. In this comparative study over time, (30 minutes) a significant change in the temperature differentials in the medial left leg is due to the acupuncture treatment. The entire region of interest is seen to be cool but the local area of inflammation in the medial knee changes and reduces at a much greater rate.

Who can benefit from having an Energy Work session?
Everyone can benefit from Energy work. We probably all have one or two "issues" in our lives that we would like to transform, if only we could do so easily! We have the inherent capacity to heal ourselves, but sometimes we could use a helping hand. This work can help with an infinite range of ‘dis-eases’ or troubles. No issue is too big or too small. Experiencing this type of healing can be life-altering. Energy work induces feelings of softness and calm, letting go, self-love, strength, clarity and vitality. Because it works at a cellular level, it will take a day or so to fully ‘digest’ the work. This process of integration can be quite tiring, so it is important to allow time for rest. This allows time for the whole system (body, mind and emotions) to fully catch up with the increased vibration in the cells.

Pets and kids, babies in particular, can benefit greatly from a short Energy work session. We all know that when we have a happy baby, we have a happy family!

What can be addressed with the Energetic Processes? 
The powerful energetic techniques that we utilize at BobCat Integrative Consulting can help an individual with any issue in their lives that they would like to change or clear. The long-lasting benefits and healing effects of Energy work can tangibly improve people’s lives.

Below is a general list of issues that can be treated with Energy work:

Please share more about yourselves including backgrounds and education.

Bob Harris: I received my Masters degree in Psychology from Antioch University in 1987. During this time I also began to study the spiritual teachings of The RIDHWAN School or Diamond Heart work, based on the life work of A. H. Almaas. I was part of an ongoing Ridhwan group from 1987 - 1994. 

I practiced as a Psychotherapist and Group Facilitator in Seattle from 1987 to 2004.
In 1999, I obtained a four-year diploma in Energy Healing from the Northwest School of Healing. I am a Reiki Master, an Ordained Minister and a Certified Spiritual Healer. My journey has been an ever-deepening self-discovery. I am committed to coaching others to discover who they really are, to assisting them in revealing their dreams and their deepest longings.

Catriona O’Curry: My professional development began with Family Systems Therapy. I obtained my Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Science from LIOS/Bastyr University in 1995. I practiced as a Psychotherapist and Group Facilitator from 1994 to 2008. I have also taught Communication at Bellevue Community College in Washington, and Cross Cultural Psychology at Pima Community College here in Tucson. In June of 2000, I earned a four-year diploma in Energy Healing from the Northwest School of Healing. I am a Reiki Master, an Ordained Minister, a Certified Spiritual Healer, and a Certified Cranio Sacral Therapist.

I love to teach workshops on Energy healing and in particular I have a passion for facilitating the deep personal work that is necessary for becoming an exceptional healer. I treat children and adults with Cranio-Sacral Therapy, an offshoot of Osteopathy. When coaching people of all ages, whether it is listening and talking, working with them physically with postures and movement or hands on work, my focus is always to empower them by increasing their awareness at the level of the Energy body. I strongly believe that as we become more aware of our emotions and where we hold them in our physical and energetic systems, we can choose to lead our lives with more mastery, intention, and personal power.

What can be expected during a session with you and Bob? 
Sessions are 60 minutes or 90 minutes long and several issues will often be addressed at once (our physical issues are often related to our emotional ones, which will correspond to a spiritual issue that shows up in the Energy system). We first discuss what you would like to address, so that both client and healer are setting a clear intention or goal. We then proceed with the Energy work. Clients lie on their backs, fully clothed, on a massage table. This work is often a powerful, life-changing experience. Client confidentiality and privacy is fully respected.

We often begin with what we call Energy Chelation, which is a careful balancing of all the chakras and the corresponding layers of the energy field, to ensure a nice flow. Most clients report experiencing a deep state of relaxation during the session, which is only the beginning of the benefits of what this work brings! Emotional releases are common, as is relief from physical pain. Clients often notice other positive benefits after their session, including better sleep and digestion, increased focus at work, and better harmony in their relationships.

We provide a safe and comfortable setting for your private session or small group class. We also offer house call sessions within 30 minutes of Tucson.

Can you please explain a bit more about your classes compared to workshops? 

Integrative Energy Skills Classes: Imagine this group experience as a safe container where your classmates can give you the honest feedback you yearn for in your search for your truest power. This 8 month class meets once a month for 4 hours at a cost of $60/class. This course is about self-discovery, as we use our own life experiences to deepen our understanding of the human Energy system. Participants benefit from the increased amount of Energy that a focused and committed group brings, which facilitates longer lasting change. Some of the more powerful effects of group work include the releasing and clearing of physical and emotional pain, an increased ability to be fully present in all of one’s relationships, and a deeper understanding about one’s long standing or chronic issues. Please note that these classes are not a substitute for professional counseling. My next class will be selected from students who attend the Introductory Energy Skills workshop on January 23rd, 2011. (See Upcoming Events) 

Workshops: Comparatively speaking, a workshop setting allows individuals to say as little or as much as they feel comfortable sharing. We will play with various ways in which people tend to hold their Energy, explore systems of the magnetic field, and introduce tools for how to be more conscious in your relationships. It is in these workshops that participants can determine if they would like to further explore their personal Energy system and enroll in the more intimate classes mentioned above.

In other words, the workshops are just a taste of what people could realize working in a more personal and intimate class setting.

What else do you and Bob offer that you haven’t shared with my readers or that is not listed on your website?
Well, being ordained ministers, we absolutely love to perform “Baby Naming” or “Baby Welcoming” ceremonies! We tailor-make the ceremonies with the parents and any other family members, so it’s a little difficult to describe. I suggest that anyone interested in these services could contact us either via email or phone.

Our website really is the best place to start for those interested in discovering more about Energy work and all that it entails.

 

Lynda’s Comments:

I have been very privileged to know Catriona and Bob. They came into my life at such a unique time to help me resolve several physical and emotional “recurrent themes” that continued to appear in my life for many, many years. I knew there was a pattern to these issues, but needed someone to help me see why I kept manifesting them. In other words, what was the spiritual issue that manifested as physical pain and emotional confusion that Bob and Catriona were able to see within my Energy field? My sessions with Catriona and Bob and my continued class work with Catriona are helping me to understand more about myself, my life’s purpose and my life challenges. Working with them has given me the courage and insight to work toward a more meaningful life.

I have been able to suggest their services to many of my clients and family members knowing they will receive the utmost care from practitioners with integrity and compassion.

Catriona is an enlightened author and has written a poignant article I think you will enjoy:http://bobcatintegrativeconsulting.com/articles/oCurry_EmergingConsciousness.pdf

Bob and Catriona have such respect for each and every individual they encounter and they create a safe, nurturing environment for their clients. I am honored to know them and our community is blessed to have them. To read a testimonial from one of their many satisfied clients, follow this link: http://www.bobcatintegrativeconsulting.com/testimonials.html

You can meet both Bob and Catriona at their next Introduction to Energy Skills Workshop. This will be held in the conference room at my office, WellnessFirst! on January 23rd, from 10am to 5pm for a fee of $100. A brief phone interview is necessary for admission to this workshop. This workshop is for individuals who are interested in developing mastery in all aspects of their personal and professional lives and an opportunity to see if you would like to enroll in Catriona’s on-going classes.

Please contact Catriona or Bob at BobCat Integrative Consulting 520.822.4982 for your FREE consultation via phone. You may also email cat@sonoracohousing.com with your questions. You can visit their website at www.BobCatIntegrativeConsulting.com

I am participating in this workshop as one of Catriona’s students and hope to see many of you there.

Yours in health,
Lynda

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Upcoming Events at WellnessFirst! (3861 N. First Avenue):

• January 16, 2011 – All practitioners at WellnessFirst! would like to invite you to join us for a ceremony to welcome in the New Year and bless our sacred space.This event will include meditation, prayer, and drumming, rattling, and noise-making fun from 3-5pm as we bless those who have helped us open our new wellness center and to honor and thank those who have had such a profound impact on our lives.  You are welcome to bring any kind of noisemaker you feel would add to this occasion along with any prayers or well-wishes you would like to offer.  Please RSVP by calling 520.209.1755.  We hope you all can join us as we focus our intentions on making 2011 our best year yet! 

• January 23, 2011 – Introduction to Energy Skills Workshop from 10am to 5pm.  This workshop is for individuals who are interested in developing mastery in all aspects of their personal and professional lives and an opportunity to see if you would like to enroll in Catriona’s on-going classes.  Call 822-4983 or email cat@sonoracohousing.com for more information.

• February 1, 2011 – Whole Body Wellness ~ Tools for Depression A 6 week class beginning Tuesday, February 1st focusing on tools for dealing with depression and anxiety.   6-7:30pm $35/ week. Co-lead by Tyler Woods, PhD and DeeAnn Saber, NMD. Call to enroll 520.209.1755.