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Grandmother WinterJade ForestThe immense enthusiasm I have for understanding and practicing this beautiful hand-healing art of Shiatsu has stayed with me since I began studying in 1975. My Japanese teachers could not speak English well, so they were diligent in imparting the feeling of the work. It is the feeling of deeply understanding and caring for your client; of wishing the best for them; and doing your best for them. Next comes the skillful precision of your technique. And, finally, the knowledge and understanding of the theoretical base is necessary.
I took this to heart and, after extensive study and apprenticeships, became a world-known expert and teacher of Shiatsu. I am still SO in love with this work! I believe people find it easier to be happy when they can move freely without pain. My purpose is to help reduce or eradicate their pain – and the personal suffering that makes it worse.
Credentials: ABT, CI (AOBTA)
Richard FuhrPracticing Shiatsu is extremely rewarding as I am able to help individuals (human and canine) live a healthier and more authentic life by providing a moment of profound calm.
I take a holistic approach to working with my clients. I listen to their words, their emotions, and to the energy of their being in order to cultivate deep relaxation, energize their mind and body, create a feeling of being grounded and at peace, and open the door to a healthier and more authentic life.
Shiatsu is a non-intrusive and deeply relaxing holistic therapy that stimulates the body’s own healing processes. I apply gentle, sustained pressure to points and channels (meridians) throughout the body combining other techniques such as peaceful rocking, stretches and joint rotations to aid the flow of Chi (energy) and release any blockages.
I graduated from California State University, Chico with degrees in Political Science and Management of Parks and Recreation. I later received an MBA from Purdue University followed by a Masters in Information Technology from Northwestern University. My formal Shiatsu training was at the Zen Shiatsu Chicago school.
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Joe IngraffiaI have always been interested in health and fitness. I enjoy running, fitness training, paddle boarding and many outdoor activities. I’ve always benefited from receiving bodywork and massages. After I received my first Thai Massage, I decided I wanted to share that style of bodywork with others. I’ve been practicing Thai massage since 2011, and in 2019 I started practicing Shiatsu which is Japanese Bodywork with an influence of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Both are Asian forms of bodywork that moves energy throughout the body. Thai Massage and Shiatsu complement each other. Thai massage is a passive yoga, deep tissue massage while Shiatsu has a softer touch using pressure along the meridians. Thai Bodywork and Shiatsu help the receiver release unwanted energetic feelings that no longer serve them and cultivates emotions that support physical and mental health.
I hope to see you soon.
Credentials: Certified Thai Bodywork Practitioner, Certified Zen Shiatsu Practitioner, Certified Personal Trainer, AOBTA
Nathan TorrenceWhat I love most about practicing Shiatsu is the way it makes me develop myself as human being. Whether from a minor ankle injury or from years of emotional trauma, working to help people heal has brought out the depths of my own sensitivity, strength, and capacity to do good.
My second favorite thing about Shiatsu is that I get to work with the physical body! This means feeling the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual as one thing – a life. It is a joy to help people to feel that great goodness of life in themselves!
I graduated from Vassar College with a concentration in Studio Art and a secondary focus in Biology. My Shiatsu certification was earned at Zen Shiatsu Chicago in Evanston; shortly thereafter, I completed their Post-Graduate program in Clinical Shiatsu studies. I currently study Shiatsu with my main influence and dear mentor, Grandmother WinterJade Forest.
Credentials: CP (AOBTA), LMT