I specialize in teaching the queer community holistic methods to help manage mental health issues, especially anxiety, bipolar, trauma and substance abuse addictions. Though I still work with people who don't fit in this niche depending on availability.

Kylin

A Kylin (alternatively spelled Qilin or Kirin) is one of the four major creatures of the Chinese belief system, along with the Dragon, Phoenix and Tortoise. It is mythological and a chimera, a combination of ox, deer and dragon. A Kylin has both yin and yang qualities. A Kylin is sometimes called a Chinese Unicorn, though it has two horns. It is gentle (so gentle it prefers to walk on clouds rather than step on grass) yet powerful. It’s appearance is considered auspicious. Signaling either the birth or death of a sage or long ruling emperor. These qualities describe my therapies as well; gentle yet powerful and bring good fortune to everyone involved.

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My methods:

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Reiki: Reiki is a type of energy healing developed in Japan about 100 years ago. A practitioner channels Universal Life Force Energy through themselves to a recipient. The energy can heal on the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels. It works by interacting with the recipient's chakras (energy centers of the body) and aura (energetic field surrounding the body). Common benefits of Reiki are reduced tension in the body, reduced stress & anxiety, helps get better sleep, decreases aches & pains, improves immunity, detoxes the body and accelerates the body's natural healing ability. Reiki has been shown to alleviate the symptoms of many physical and mental health conditions. Reiki can also address the root cause of problems, leading to excellent outcomes. The practice of Reiki incorporates some specialized meditation techniques.

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Meditation: Meditation is a word from Latin meaning 'to ponder'. It's been practiced for at least 5,000 years. There are many different types. The most common being; Guided, Concentrative, Transcendental, Mindfulness and Zen. Benefits include; decreased heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen consumption and muscle tension. Now commonly used to treat depression, stress, anxiety, sleep disorders, low self-esteem, addictions, menopause, anger management, weight management and PTSD.

Crystals: Every type of crystal has a different crystal structure that can emit unique healing energy. When a crystal is properly cleansed and charged, the healing effect is magnified. There are thousands of natural minerals and most have been evaluated for their healing properties. The use of crystals for healing goes back at least 6,000 years.

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Acupuncture: Acupuncture has been used for approximately 3,000 years to treat many illnesses. It's believed to stimulate the central nervous system leading to biochemical changes that may encourage the body's natural healing abilities and improve physical and emotional well-being. Potential benefits may include (but are not limited to); improved sleep, reduced pain, relaxation, alleviation of anxiety and depression, decreased cravings when attempting to withdraw from addictive substances, improved digestion, improved fertility, reduction of allergy symptoms, increased cognitive clarity, and blood pressure control.