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What is Holistic Wellness?

There are dozens of terms that describe treatments or therapies that are not part of the allopathic, Western Medicine model. From “Eastern,” to “Energetic,” “Complementary,” “Alternative,” “Natural” and of course “Holistic,” these terms are not specific or explanatory. The practices described in the Guide run the gamut of theories and origins: Ayurveda, for example, is a complete healthcare system that originated in India thousands of years ago; the Feldenkrais Method® is a movement therapy that was developed in Europe in the 20th Century. With such diversity, it’s impossible to lump all the available therapies into one classification. That’s why the Guide to Holistic Wellness explains each type of practice, and we encourage you to do further research on any practice that interests you.

There is a wide variety of holistic practices represented in this year’s Guide, and the brief descriptions we’ve included should by no means be considered definitive. Many of the practitioners have included their website addresses in their listings, so please visit their websites or call practitioners directly for more information.

There are two guiding principles of holistic wellness that are important to note:

  • One principle is that holistic practices address the whole person, not just a person’s symptoms. The goal is to return the person to complete health, rather than just eliminate a symptom without addressing the underlying cause.
  • The second principle is that we are each responsible for own wellness, so use your best judgment choosing a practitioner or using any therapy or treatment.

Acupuncture/Acupressure

In Acupuncture, very fine needles are inserted into the body at certain points. The points are along meridians, pathways throughout the body where life energy (called Chi or Qi) flows. Inserting the needles or applying pressure stimulates the points, unblocking the flow of Chi energy. In acupressure, pressure is applied to these points.

ACUPUNCTURE/ACUPRESSURE
Coeur d´Alene Area
Dr. Jerry Bailey, DC, FIAMA, CAT
Functional Nutrition, Rehabilitation, Exercise Prescription & Acupuncture.
lakesideholistichealth.com 208.664.1644 Dr. Pamela Langenderfer, NMD, MSOM, LAc
Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Pediatrics, Women's Health & Exams
lakesideholistichealth.com 208.664.1644 Jeanette Morris, LAc, MAcOM, ABT
Acupuncture, Certified Chinese Herbalist, Shiatsu Massage. See ad, pg X
www.awakeningsacupuncture.com 208.660.6777
Sandpoint Area
Acupuncture Center of Sandpoint, Arthur Goldblum, LAc, Dipl Ac
Traditional Chinese Medicine. 515 Church St, Sandpoint, ID 208.263.9687 Tess Hahn, PhD, OMD, LAc, Dipl Ac (NCCAOM)
Stress mngmnt, muscular-skeletal cases, Asian Bodywork, Chinese herbs.
www.thahn@nccom.org 208.683.5211 Berta C. Kuhnel, LAc. Dipl.O.M
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, Shamanic Healing. 208.265.2878 Mika Tsongas, ND, LAc, MSOM
naturopathic family healthcare; nutrtion; herbal medicine; Qi Gong; acupuncture.
www.greenmtmed.com 208.111.1111
Spokane
Acupuncture Center for Pets, Dr. Rosemarie Asterino, DVM
Acupuncture, Herbology, Nutrition, Massage, Integrative Medicine for Pets. 509.327.2062 Mary Iverson, LAc, LMP
Incorporating aromatherapy, massage therapy & Reiki in treatments. Evening & Saturday appts available. See ad. 509.863.5851 Center of Calm, Altari Sunra Peterson, MA, LMP
20 yrs + exp, acupressure, massage, relaxation techniques.altarisunra@gmail.com 509.953.6372
ANIMAL WELLNESS/VETERNARIANS
Northwest Canine Training & Aquatics, Joni Bories
Specializing in hydrotherapy for canines.
www.northwestk9.com 509.226.3211 Freedom Reins, Karen Nowak
Communication & healing for animals & their human companions. In person or by phone.
www.freedomreinsllc.com 406.326.2192 Shirley Scott
Pet communication/human readings/counseling/clairvoyant.
www.animaltalkhealing.com shilrey@animaltalkhealing.com 509.526.5020 Dr. Jonathan Wright, DVM
Holistic veterinary services: nutrition, homeopathy, chiropractic, flower essences. House calls, phone consults 509.891.9077
Spokane Area
Acupuncture Center for Pets, Dr. Rosemarie Asterino, DVM
Acupuncture, Herbology, Nutrition, Massage, Integrative Medicine for Pets. 509.327.2062

Biofeedback

Traditional Biofeedback measures a subject's bodily processes, such as blood pressure, heart rate, skin temperature, galvanic skin response (sweating), and muscle tension. Quantum Biofeedback measures the electromagnetic frequencies of; the organs, tissues, bacteria or fungi present, and everything in the subject's environment. In both types of biofeedback, the goal is to alert the subject to their physiological responses, so they can gain conscious control over muscle tension, pain, body temperature, brain waves, and other bodily functions and processes through relaxation, visualization, and other cognitive control techniques.

BIOFEEDBACK
Arlee
One World Biofeedback, Philippa Crawford
Quantum Biofeedback, Scenar, EFT. People, pets, remote/phone/visit.arl3859@blackfoot.net 406.726.3564
Heron
Connection 2 Health, Brooke Jensen, CBT
Light & sound therapy, meridian balancing, detox, custom minerals.
www.connection2health.com 406.847.2222
Sandpoint Area
Earth Life, Mary Baenen
Advanced Biofeedback, EFT & Aromatherapy, intraMAX®. Painlessly boosting your earthlife potential. 208.263.7105 Natural Solutions, Charlotte Campbell, CBS, CBI, CBT
Biofeedback/Bioenergetics, Stress Management, Nutritional Assessment, Pain Release. 208.265.8269 Jack & Kate Potticary
Mind Clearing, Intuitive Healing (phone or in person), Quantum Biofeedback, Sandpoint.
www.takeyourvibes.com 208.263.8456

Breathwork

In Breathwork, subjects are taught how to consciously control their breathing process. Through breathing exercises, subjects learn what optimal breathing looks and feels like, and they learn proper breathing techniques to fully oxygenate their blood.

BREATHWORK
Integral BreathworkTM Seminars, Denis Ouellette
heal yourself with Breath, Light, Sound & Water
naturallifenews.com denis@wispwest.net 406.333.4103

Childbirth

In Bradley Method(R) of Natural Childbirth classes, couples learn how to have natural births. The simple techniques teach couples to work with the mother's body to reduce pain and make her labor more efficient, without drugs or unnecessary interventions.

Certified Professional Midwives (CPM) must meet rigorous standards to attain the CPM designation. Rather than "delivering babies," midwives "attend births," only intervening when necessary. CPMs attend births in homes and birth centers, and provide pre-natal and postpartum care to mothers and infants. They are trained to recognize and deal with "abnormal" situations, including breech birth and posterior position.

CHILDBIRTH PROFESSIONALS
Coeur d´Alene Area
Sarah Andrews, CPM, ALACE
Homebirths, water births, hospital labor support, childbirth education.
www.sarahandrewsmidwife.com 208.704.2765
Sandpoint Area
Lisa Christman, AAHCC
Certified instructor, 9-week classes, Bradley MethodR of Natural Childbirth. Classes in Sandpoint. 208.263.0347, 208.290.5334 Pend Oreille Midwifery, Denise Midstokke, CPM
Homebirths & Birth Center. 30 yrs exp, 700 births & counting!
www.pendoreillemidwifery.com 208.263.0776 Woman Care Midwifery, Barbara Rawlings, CPM
Home Births & Birth Center. 7084 Ash, Bonners Ferry.
www.nidahomidwives.com 208.267.0936, 208.267.5332
CHINESE MEDICINE
Sandpoint Area
Mika Tsongas, ND, LAc, MSOM
naturopathic family healthcare; nutrtion; herbal medicine; Qi Gong; acupuncture.
www.greenmtmed.com 208.111.1111

Chiropractic

“Chiropractic” comes from the Greek word Chiropractikos, meaning,“healing with the hands.” Chiropractic is a drug-free treatment based upon the understanding that health depends on a properly functioning nervous system, particularly the nerves extending from the spine to all parts of the body. Chiropractors locate and adjust malfunctioning areas in the spine, known as “subluxations,” to restore proper functioning of the nervous system.

CHIROPRACTORS
Coeur d´Alene Area
Dr. Jerry Bailey, DC, FIAMA, CAT
Functional Nutrition, Rehabilitation, Exercise Prescription & Acupuncture.
lakesideholistichealth.com 208.664.1644 Cafe of Life Chiropractic, Mark W Cochran, DC
Gentle, holistic family care & life-centered, transformational healing. 410 Sherman, CdA. 208.664.6359 Evenson Chiropractic, Dr. Andrew Evenson, DC
Ins. Accepted, Saturday appts/same-day appts available. Personal, Compassionate Care. 208.769.4800 Dr. T. Daniel O'Neill, DC, ND
Neuromodulation technique; gentle adjustments; fibromyalgia; allergies; infant/child/adult. FREE consult. 208.664.5000
Sandpoint Area
Edward Hunt, DC, CCEP
Trigger Point Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Activator Methods, gentle, holistic.
www.pinnaclehealthcenter.com 208.255.2925
Spokane Area
Spokane Valley Chiropractic Center, Eric Cough, DC
Brimhall Certified Practitioner, Low Force, Cold Laser, Nutrition, Detox Foot Bath. 509.924.9990 Pat Dougherty, DC
Chiropractic, Nutrition, Cold Laser, Detoxification, Lifestyle Guidance. 2110 N. Washington,
spokane-chiropractic.com 509.327.4373 Dr. Tricia Kamerer, DC
Kinesiology, Cold Laser Therapy, Nutrition, Foot Baths. Holistic care-newborns to geriatrics.
www.doctricia.com 509.484.7578

Coaching,
Life/Personal/Business

Coaches help clients to: clarify and achieve their goals; keep their sights focused on their goals; honestly assess where they are now; concentrate on the steps they need to take to get where they want to go; identify and re-program limiting thoughts; change self-defeating behavior; focus on their strengths; and learn to enhance the skills, resources, and creativity they already have; navigate through challenging situations; and appreciate what they've already accomplished.

COACHING
Tayva Hart
Business Development Trainer & Coach. Training/Workshops/Coaching available.
www.InteriorLifeDesigns.com 208.659.5110 Valerie Lipstein, Certified Life Coach
Supporting holistic solopreneurs attract ideal clients.
www.inspiredlivingcoachingservices.com 509.466.0377 Adesso Wellness, Terri McDonald, CTA, RP, PH
Mind/body/spirit. In person, or by phone. See ad near Pranic Healing.
adessowellness.com 800.407.4512 Colleen Russell, MATP
Women’s Issues--Creative Expression--Body/Soul Connection--Life Purpose & Meaning.
www.soulore.com 208.255.2290 Kathleen Cricket Windsong, MA, CTSA
Shamanic Arts Life Coach w/ earth-based wisdom. Serving INW (see ad)cricketwindsong@earthlink.net 208.255.1731

Counseling

You'll find a wide array of certifications, education, training, approaches and spiritual traditions in these listings. In general, counselors will: facilitate untangling of thoughts, feelings and worries; offer you insights into how and why you act, think and feel the way you do; teach you to express your emotions in a healthy, productive way; and help you learn to work out your own solutions to problems. Many of the counselors listed here also address matters such as past-life issues, karmic contracts, and energetic clearing.

COUNSELING
Lolo
Rev. Judi's Counseling, Judi Jock, M Div
Spiritual or pastoral counseling.
revjudiscounseling.com rejudicounseling@msn.com 406.549.5904
Sandpoint Area
Center for Expressive Arts Therapy, Jane Habermann, LCPC
Psychotherapy w/ expressive arts: Individual, Child, Couples/Family. 208.651.0253 Alliance Family Services, Inc, Clark Richman, MA
Integral Counseling Psychology, LPC.
www.alliancefs.com 208.265.5049 Colleen Russell, MATP
Women’s Issues--Creative Expression--Body/Soul Connection--Life Purpose & Meaning.
www.soulore.com 208.255.2290
Spokane Area
Candess M. Campell, MA, LMHC, CHt
Clairvoyant, healings, 144-strand DNA activation, Reiki
energymedicinedna.com 509.363.1789 Elizabeth McTeer, MA, LMHC
20 yrs exp: bereavement, stress mgt, depression & anxiety, work/health issues. Guided imagery, affirmations. 509.327.5562 Inner Journeys, Susan Moyer, LICSW, LAT
Eupsychia Process, meditation to music, healing drumming.
www.psychospiritualgrowth.com 509.455.4079 Inner Ventures, Kate Robbins, MA
Holistic Counseing, process-work, gender and identity issues
innerventures.org info@innerventures.org 509.768.8543 Cheryl M Rohrig, MS
Interactive Guided Imagery, EMDR, HBLUtm, Seemorg Matrix WorkR, EFT, TAT & other Energy Work.cmrohrig@hotmail.com 509.869.5870

CranioSacral Therapy

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on practice that involves assessing and addressing the movement of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which can be restricted by trauma due to falls, accidents, or general nervous tension. Therapists manually apply subtle movement to the spinal and cranial bones, easing the restrictions of nerve passages and realigning bones to their proper position.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
Missoula
Dimensional Health, Tanya Stout
CranioSacral, Personal Coaching/NLP Master Certification, PSYCH-K.
www.dimensionalhealthmt.com 406.544.6679
Sandpoint Area
J. Ilani Kopiecki
Specializing in chronic pain; neck, back, migraines &TMJ problems.
ilanihealing.com info@ilanihealing.com 208.610.2005 Berta C. Kuhnel, LAc. Dipl.O.M
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, Shamanic Healing. 208.265.2878
DENTISTS
Coeur d´Alene Area
Eastin Center for Modern Dentistry, Curtis Eastin, DDS, ND
Mercury-free dentistry, safe & effective protocols.
www.eastindentistry.com 208.667.4844

Detoxification

Detoxification is the process of removing toxins from one's system to promote optimal health. The practitioners listed below use a variety of techniques to accomplish detoxification.

DETOXIFICATION
Judy Cowan, RN, BS, BHS
NAET® allergy treatment, High Touch® Jin Shin, Acupressure, Bio-Cleanse® Foot Bath. 208.773.7707, 509.999.7405 Gloria Gilbere, ND, DA Hom, PhD, Wholistic Rejuvenist
Phone consultations available. See ad on back cover.
www.gloriagilbere.com 208.255.5252
Billings
Patty Johnson, CMT, CBT, RM
Massage, detox bodywraps & footbaths, KarunaTM Lightarian & Sekhem-Secheim
www.totalbodywellnessbillings.com 406.855.1800
Spokane Area
Dr. Tricia Kamerer, DC
Kinesiology, Cold Laser Therapy, Nutrition, Foot Baths. Holistic care-newborns to geriatrics.
www.doctricia.com 509.484.7578

Energy Therapies

Energy Therapies refer to treatments that deal with the energetic field of the body. It's called by many names: chi or qi in China; ki in Japan; prana in Sanskrit; the luminous energy field by modern-day shamans; and the aura, to name just a few. Most practitioners who work with energy therapies believe that illness results from disturbances in the energy field. Energy Therapists work to clear the energy field of negative emotions, negative energies, attachments, and entities. Practitioners use a variety of different tools to clear the energy field, including, but not limited to: sound, light, prayer, crystals, healing touch, vibration, or acupressure.

ENERGY THERAPIES
Cheryl M Rohrig, MS
Interactive Guided Imagery, EMDR, HBLUtm, Seemorg Matrix WorkR, EFT, TAT & other Energy Work.cmrohrig@hotmail.com 509.869.5870 Elizabeth Almann, M Ed
Intuitive life coach & healer. Channeled guidance, polarity/Reiki. Phone consults.
www.elizabethalmann.com 406.671.7622 CrystalWolfe Blends, Rich CrystalWolfe Baker
Working from the Inside to the Outside.
www.crystalwolfeblends.net rcrystalwolfe@hotmail.com 509.217.2132 Cafe of Life Chiropractic, Mark W Cochran, DC
Gentle, holistic family care & life-centered, transformational healing. 410 Sherman, CdA. 208.664.6359 Debra Eagle Woman Duwe, MA, CMT
Massage and Energy Work, Stress Management Workshops, Shamanic Practitioner
www.four-worlds.com 208.640.9551, 208.255.1423 Chris Eckman
Spiritual and Energetic Alchemy for Total & Complete Transformation. In person, or by phone
www.chris-eckman.com 702.296.0237 Connection 2 Health, Brooke Jensen, CBT
Light & sound therapy, meridian balancing, detox, custom minerals.
www.connection2health.com 406.847.2222 Healing Sessions, Lucinda Rae
Learn to unite your mind, body & spirit into one Unique Being. Free Consultation! Call today. 406.273.2871 Charles Lightwalker, PhD, CSH
Metis Shaman, Medical Intuitive/Healer, Reiki Master
www.thefamilyoflight.net charleslightwalker@yahoo.com 509.389.7290 Mary Ann Lockhart
Body Mapping, Master Pain Control Specialist, Reflexology, Toe Reading, Essential Oils, Egyptian Healing Rods. 509.452.5504 Elizabeth Miller
Intuitive balancing sessions & spiritual guidance utilizing Reiki & Shamanism when appropriate.wovenvision@gmail.com 208.597.1388 Jan & Andy Mott
Rising Star Practitioners, Prema Birthing Practitioners.iamwhatiam_1@juno.com 208.255.9354, 208.946.0514 Debra Peterson, CHT, RM
Reiki, Matrix Energetics healing. Hypnosis for weight, smoking, pain, regression.
alternativehealththerapy.com 509.276.4028 Kay Linda Walker
Opening doors for relationships & self to remember, activate & integrate within/out. Person or ph Kalispell. 406.756.6248 SOON Beth Murphy Wallace, MA in Counseling
Energy Psychology, Intuitive Guidance, Energetic Transformation on all levels, Dreamwork. 509.251.8486 Gloria Waterhouse, PhD
Holistic Psychologist/Life Coach, Energy Psychology, Pranic Healing/Psychotherapy, Rising Star Teacher & Practitioner. 208.263.2040 Debbie Markley, LMT, MN
Energy Kinesiology Instructor, Master's Holistic Nutrition, Quantum & Vibrational Healing.
www.debbiemarkley.com 208.659.0978

Feng Shui

Literally translated as wind and water, Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese scientific practice. Based on selecting or configuring a site, structure or interior (through placement of things and furniture), the orientation of buildings, etc., so as to harmonize with the spiritual forces that inhabit it, and positively influence the qi (life force) of the site.

FENG SHUI
Sound Blessings, Katen Norum, PhD
Individuals/businesses, Feng Shui, Color Consulting, Space Clearings, Blessings
www.soundblessings.com 509.434.8989

Halotherapy (Respiratory Therapy)

In the 1840s, European doctors noticed that, while miners often suffered from debilitating respiratory diseases, salt miners were virtually disease-free. European doctors developed halotherapy (halos is a Greek word for salt) to bring the health benefits of a "salt environment" to the public. In a halotherapy chamber, or "saltroom," salt covers the walls, ceiling, and floor, and a super fine salt mist is pumped into the air, providing the therapeutic properties of inhaling salt.

HALOTHERAPY (for Respiratory Treatment)
The Salt Crystal Cottage, Halotherapy Saltroom, respiratory therapy for all ages. 2838 N Ruby, Spokane
www.saltcrystalcottage.com 509.255.0505
HERBALISTS
The Herb Pantry, Vicki Vosburg, MH, DSc
Herbs, oils, tinctures, salves, spices, herbal accessories, and more!
www.theherbpantry.com 800.250.4927
Coeur d´Alene Area
Jeanette Morris, LAc, MAcOM, ABT
Acupuncture, Certified Chinese Herbalist, Shiatsu Massage. See ad, pg X
www.awakeningsacupuncture.com 208.660.6777

Homeopathy

Homeopathy—from Greek homoeo (meaning similar) and pathos (meaning suffering)—treats “like with like.” This same principle is used in creating antidotes and vaccines used in mainstream medicine. Whereas conventional, allopathic medicine simply treats symptoms, homeopathy treats the whole person. Physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms are clues to the underlying problem. The Homeopath then finds exactly the right remedy, in the right strength, to eliminate the underlying problem and restore the body to health.

HOMEOPATHY
Coeur d´Alene Area
Eastin Center for Modern Dentistry, Curtis Eastin, DDS, ND
Mercury-free dentistry, safe & effective protocols.
www.eastindentistry.com 208.667.4844 Coeur d' Alene Healing Arts, Dr. Todd Schlapfer, ND
Specializing in Homeopathic and Naturopathic medicine for more than 25 years. 208.664.1644
Sandpoint Area
Gloria Gilbere, ND, DA Hom, PhD, Wholistic Rejuvenist
Phone consultations available. See ad on back cover.
www.gloriagilbere.com 208.255.5252

Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapists induce an altered state of consciousness to help people modify their behavior, and retrain their responses to certain stimuli (including pain, hunger, stress, desire to smoke, etc.). Hypnotherapy is not related to the hypnosis used for entertainment purposes; clinical hypnotherapists do not use hypnosis to make anyone quack like a duck. Some Hypnotherapists also use hypnotherapy to help patients retrieve memories of past lives.

HYPNOTHERAPY
Coeur d´Alene Area
North Idaho Hypnotherapy, Judy Hagan, MEd, CHT, Owner
P.O. 3565 Post Falls, ID 83877-3565judymhagan@hotmail.com 208.660.1616
Spokane Area
Celestial Counseling, Kelly Altiero, CHT, RC & Doug Estes, CHT, RC
Holistic counseling, Detoxification, Individual sessions & groups. 509.279.0910 Robert King, CHT
Assisting in treating cancer, fibromyalgia, lupus, chronic pain. Past Life Regression.
www.metavisionhypnosis.com 877.393.5840 Rev. Regina Merritt, MscD, PhD, CHT, SRT, MchD
Clinical spiritual & past life regression. Wedding ceremonies.
www.love-and-peace.org 509.279.2807 Debra Peterson, CHT, RM
Reiki, Matrix Energetics healing. Hypnosis for weight, smoking, pain, regression.
alternativehealththerapy.com 509.276.4028 Inland Northwest Hypnotherapy, Anne M. Wright, CHt
Spiritual Regression, Accessing Prior Soul lessons.
www.inwh.net 509.991.4285

Kinesiology

Kinesiology is the use of “muscle testing” as a diagnostic tool: when a muscle tests strong, it is a positive response; when a muscle tests weak, it is a negative response. Practitioners use it to identify imbalances, which create energetic disturbances in the body and associated energy fields, much like a broken electrical circuit.

KINESIOLOGY
Dr. Tricia Kamerer, DC
Kinesiology, Cold Laser Therapy, Nutrition, Foot Baths. Holistic care-newborns to geriatrics.
www.doctricia.com 509.484.7578 Debbie Markley, LMT, MN
Energy Kinesiology Instructor, Master's Holistic Nutrition, Quantum & Vibrational Healing.
www.debbiemarkley.com 208.659.0978

Martial Arts

Martial Arts are systems of codified practices and traditions of training generally—but not exclusively—for combat. Beyond acquiring combat skills, martials arts teach: fitness, self-defense, meditation, mental and emotional discipline.

MARTIAL ARTS
Sandpoint Area
Shinkokan, Scott Santarpio, RMT, RYT, Black Belt Instructor
RYSE® Practitioner, Polarity Practitioner, Yoga, Massage.ssantarp@yahoo.com 208.946.1918
Spokane Area
Northwest Tai Chi/Qigong, Offering classes 6 days a week, both day and evening times Call for a FREE try-out class.
www.nwtaichi.com 509.499.1264

Massage

Many different disciplines of massage have developed around the world. Swedish, Thai, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Sports, Therapeutic and Medical Massage are just a few of the specialties represented by practitioners listed in the Guide. Massage can improve circulation by bringing oxygen and other nutrients to body tissues, relieve muscle tension and pain, increase flexibility and mobility, and help clear lactic acid and other waste, reducing pain and stiffness in muscles and joints. Massage may be prescribed or recommended by some medical doctors as part of treatment for recovery from injuries. References: Cathy Wong and alternativemedicine.com

MASSAGE THERAPY
Belgrade
Oasis Massage Therapy, Kasia Tennstedt, CMT, NCTMB
Swedish, trigger point, deep tissue, Reiki. 406.581.0883
Billings
Patty Johnson, CMT, CBT, RM
Massage, detox bodywraps & footbaths, KarunaTM Lightarian & Sekhem-Secheim
www.totalbodywellnessbillings.com 406.855.1800 A Blissful Experience-Healing Hands Holistic Touch, Sharon Leroy, MA in Body Work
Multiple massage modalities. 1 1/2 hr session $45. 406.690.9831
Butte
Healing Visions Massage, Kelli Robinson, LMT
Clinical/Therapeutic, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi & Detox Footspa
www.healingvisionsonline.com 406.498.2855
Coeur d´Alene Area
Abandon Your Aches Massage, Laura Evenson, BS, LMP, AMTA, NCTMB
CranioSacral, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Thai.
www.ayamassage.net 208.691.2497 Pearl Ko Fleck, LMT
Deep tissue massage, Reiki Master/Teacher, Rising Star Healing, Quantum & Vibrational Healing, Medical Intuitive. 208.765.0678 Mother's Haven, Infant Massage Classes. Great for bonding--for moms & dads. Improves sleep, helps with colic.
www.mothershaven.com 208.676.1300 Barbara Lee, LMP
Massage, LaStone, Aromatherapy, Onsite Chair Massage, Positional Release, Spa parties. 208.773.7822, 208.640.9524 Sandra Vandouris, CMT, RM
Metis Shaman Apprentice, Healer, Medical Intuitive. 1621 W Hayden Ave, Hayden ID.
divinlightsandi.blogspot.com 208.699.7771
Sandpoint Area
Natural Balance Massage, Cathryn Cyr, CMT
Swedish, deep tissue, Raindrop Therapy (Young Living Oils). Hope, ID. 208.264.5828 x 191, 208.946.3663 Leslie Tucker, LMT
Lomi Lomi, Craniosacral, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue and Sports Massage. Sandpoint, ID 208.610.3530 Sunrise Tans & Massage,
Swedish, Deep Tissue, LaStone, Quantum Biofeedback; stress reduction/muscle re-education; energetic "face lifts" 208.263.5484 Donna Marie McCandless, CMT
Stephenson Method of Massage, Creative Healing, Hawaiian Massage. Bonners Ferry, ID. 208.267.9882 Genie Monte-Pelizzari, LMP
Source Connection Therapy, Myofascial Release, Somato Emotional Release, CranioSacral Therapy. 208.255.7314 The Spa at Seasons at Sandpoint, BVG Inc., Full service spa. See our ad on the inside front cover!
www.spaatseasons.com 888.263.5616 Peggy Richards, LMT, CSI, Lic. Aesthetician
Positional release/Rolf MethodR/TragerR/Hot Stone/Reiki/Day Spa.
dreamsinbeauty.com 208.263.7270 Touch Stone Massage, Krystle Shapiro, BA, LMT, RP, CDT
Oncology/Medical/Elder Care Massage, Reiki , Sports Rehab & Energy Healing. 208.290.6760 Perfect Touch, Karen Tinley
Certified Rising Star Practitioner, LaStone Therapy, Quantum Touch, Sound therapy, facials. 208.290.5397 Longevity Wellness Center, Marc Vroman, LMT
Massage, Yoga, Ayurveda. 306 Pine St. Sandpoint, ID 208.946.1288
Spokane Area
Greg Hughes, LMP
Myofascial/Relaxation/Deep Tissue. Voted "Best Massage Therapist" 2006, RI. 430 W. 2nd Ave, Spokane. 509.993.5010 Robert Swanson, LMP
Medical massage therapist, personal treatment plans for optimal health.
www.northsidewellness.googlepages.com 509.230.4411

NAET®

Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET®) treats allergies using a blend of energy balancing, testing, and treatment procedures. Procedures include: acupuncture/acupressure, allopathy, chiropractic, nutritional, and kinesiological disciplines of medicine.

NAET®
Judy Cowan, RN, BS, BHS
NAET® allergy treatment, High Touch® Jin Shin, Acupressure, Bio-Cleanse® Foot Bath. 208.773.7707, 509.999.7405

Naturopathy

A physical exam from a Naturopathic Doctor (NDs or NMDs) is very similar to a medical doctor's, and your naturopath may order laboratory tests. When making diagnoses and prescribing treatments, Naturopaths consider: your mental and emotional state; your diet; your family history; your environment; and your lifestyle (exercise, sleep, and work habits). Naturopaths use a wide variety of therapies and techniques, including, but not limited to: nutritional counseling, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and acupuncture.

NATUROPATHS
Dr. Denice Moffat, MS, DVM, ND, KRM
Phone consultations, people & pets. Integrative & holistic approaches.
NaturalHealthTechniques.com 208.877.1222
Coeur d´Alene Area
Eastin Center for Modern Dentistry, Curtis Eastin, DDS, ND
Mercury-free dentistry, safe & effective protocols.
www.eastindentistry.com 208.667.4844 Dr. Pamela Langenderfer, NMD, MSOM, LAc
Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Pediatrics, Women's Health & Exams
lakesideholistichealth.com 208.664.1644 Dr. T. Daniel O'Neill, DC, ND
Neuromodulation technique; gentle adjustments; fibromyalgia; allergies; infant/child/adult. FREE consult. 208.664.5000 Coeur d' Alene Healing Arts, Dr. Todd Schlapfer, ND
Specializing in Homeopathic and Naturopathic medicine for more than 25 years. 208.664.1644
Sandpoint Area
Gabrielle Duebendorfer, ND
14 yrs of empowering patients in Sandpoint by providing natural family health & chronic disease care. 208.265.2213 Gloria Gilbere, ND, DA Hom, PhD, Wholistic Rejuvenist
Phone consultations available. See ad on back cover.
www.gloriagilbere.com 208.255.5252 Mika Tsongas, ND, LAc, MSOM
naturopathic family healthcare; nutrtion; herbal medicine; Qi Gong; acupuncture.
www.greenmtmed.com 208.111.1111
Spokane Area
Windrose Naturopathic Clinic, Dr. Letitia Watrous, ND, BS & Dr. Caryn Potenza, ND, BS
See ad page XX.
www.windroseclinic.com 509.327.5143

Nutrition

In recent years, the importance of proper nutrition for overall wellness has gained more widespread recognition. (Even the USDA’s guidelines have changed, evolving from the “Four Food Groups” to the “Food Pyramid” to encourage Americans to change our eating habits.) Potentially dangerous reactions and allergies to foods and food additives have greatly increased our food choices at schools, grocery stores and restaurants. Holistic Nutrition practitioners recognize that clients have unique needs, and resist one-size-fits-all diet solutions. Practitioners can develop individualized nutritional plans that address clients’ specific concerns, complaints and issues. By identifying foods that work well with a client’s system, versus foods that produce a toxic effect for that person, and recommending appropriate herbs or supplements, Holistic Nutrition practitioners can work with a client’s biochemistry to help them achieve and maintain good health.

NUTRITION
Missoula
Chuck Clarke
Total Body Nutrition & Wellness using Glyconutrients and Glycemic Indexingcuck@blobalwellnessnow.net 406.754.3058
Spokane Area
Pat Dougherty, DC
Chiropractic, Nutrition, Cold Laser, Detoxification, Lifestyle Guidance. 2110 N. Washington,
spokane-chiropractic.com 509.327.4373 Dr. Tricia Kamerer, DC
Kinesiology, Cold Laser Therapy, Nutrition, Foot Baths. Holistic care-newborns to geriatrics.
www.doctricia.com 509.484.7578 Low Carb Specialties, MaryJo Kringas

www.chocoperfection.com 800.332.1773
PERSONAL TRAINERS
Sandpoint Area
Divine Health, Kristine Battey, MSPT
Personal training, physical therapy, nutrition, fitness, yoga and dance classes.
www.divinehf.com 208.946.7072 Step and Strike, Wanda Wilkerson
Aerobic Dance, Step, Muscle Toning, Kick Boxing, Group Fitness Classes & Yoga Ball. First Class Free! 208.267.2839

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy treats the musculoskeletal system, bones, muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments, and their interaction with physical movement. Through evaluation and individualized treatment programs, physical therapists treat existing problems, and provide preventive health care for people with a variety of needs.

PHYSICAL THERAPISTS
Gail Nevin Physical Therapy, PC,
Integrated Manual Therapy. 406.542.0177
Sandpoint Area
Mountain View Physical Therapy, Mary Boyd, MS PT
Hands-on treatments for joints, soft tissue and organs.mvphysicaltherapy@verizon.net 208.290.5575

Pranic Healing®

Pranic Healing® is a system of no-touch energy healing based on several principles. Pranic Healing® teaches that the body is a self-repairing entity, and that the healing process is accelerated by increasing the life force, or prana (also called chi), on the affected part of the physical body. The practitioner is trained to direct the subject's prana.

PRANIC® HEALERS
George Cunningham
Pranic Healing Level 1 & William J Pitre Pranic Healing Level 4. More info at
www.pranichealing.com 509.487.3002, 208.687.1346 Adesso Wellness, Terri McDonald, CTA, RP, PH
Mind/body/spirit. In person, or by phone. See ad near Pranic Healing.
adessowellness.com 800.407.4512 Gloria Waterhouse, PhD
Holistic Psychologist/Life Coach, Energy Psychology, Pranic Healing/Psychotherapy, Rising Star Teacher & Practitioner. 208.263.2040
READINGS & SPIRITUAL/
CLAIRVOYANT GUIDANCE
Richard Craven
Tarot Reader and Intuitivecraven_richard@yahoo.com 509.217.2132 Light Visions with Lightwoman, Alice de Chelley
17 yrs exp. Remote healing/readings & house/business/land clearings.lightwoman@aol.com 406.542.3783 Brenda Duncan
Certified, Healing Way Method. Earthbound spirit release, spiritual clearing & healing of home, person.bduncan@imbris.com 208.267.2902 Cindy Gardner,
Psychic/Angel Reader/Reiki Healer for 30 yrs. Meet your Angels. Understand your past, present & past life influences 509.468.9001 Stillwaters Astrology, Intuitive Astrology Readings by Lee; for Love, Career & Prosperity. By phone or email.
www.stillwatersastro.com. 425.922.0279 Rev. Jan Longshore, BS, ANA
Nutritional counseling, Akashic readings, Shamanic Healer. By phone, or in person.truthsayer@coldreams.com 208.265.0660 Akashic Insights, Remember Who You Are Akashic Record Readings, Workshops, Transformational Coaching, Mayan Messages
akashicinsights.com 509.343.1600 Michael Pinchera, CEA
Evolutionary Astrologer & Teacher. Currently accepting students. Phone consults availablethestarpainter@gmail.com 208.265.2200 Jack & Kate Potticary
Mind Clearing, Intuitive Healing (phone or in person), Quantum Biofeedback, Sandpoint.
www.takeyourvibes.com 208.263.8456 LeAnn Riley
Angel readings, in person or by phone. The Holistic Center of Healing, 717 E 29th Ave--across from Super 1. 509.216.4843 Amanda Taylor
Psychic medium. Connect with Angels, Guides and loved ones, by phone or in person.
amandasreadings.com 509.607.2274 Sybil Vaughn
Shamanic Breathwork Practitioner, Certified Voyager Tarot Reader. In person, or by phone.Sybilvaughn@comcast.net 509.624.1865

Reflexology

Reflexology is a manual therapy where pressure is applied to reflex points on the feet, hands and ears. The points are believed to correspond to some organs or parts of the body. It's often used to alleviate tension, promote relaxation, and improve circulation.

REFLEXOLOGY
Spokane Area
Sole Sessions, Linda Q. Bussard, MSW, CR, YAC-YT
12 East Rowan Ave, Suite L4, Spokane, WA 99207
www.solesessions.abmp.com 509.998.1062 Happy Feet by Mavis, Mavis Hogan
Specializing in Relaxation for the whole body, through your feet.happyfeetbymavis@comcast.net 509.924.6204

Reiki

Reiki is a Japanese technique administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that Ki (Chi or Qi in Chinese) flows through us (see also Acupuncture and Pranic Healing®), and that if one's Ki is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress. Reiki works in conjunction with other medical or therapeutic techniques to relieve side effects and promote recovery.

REIKI
Billings
Patty Johnson, CMT, CBT, RM
Massage, detox bodywraps & footbaths, KarunaTM Lightarian & Sekhem-Secheim
www.totalbodywellnessbillings.com 406.855.1800
Coeur d´Alene Area
Reiki Healing Arts, Susan Mitchell, Reiki Master
Reiki classes and treatments. Practicing since 1978.
www.reikihealingarts.com 208.665.5862
Sandpoint Area
Karie Knoke, RMT
Physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Phone consultations available.kariek@sandpoint.net 208.659.9000 Adesso Wellness, Terri McDonald, CTA, RP, PH
Mind/body/spirit. In person, or by phone. See ad near Pranic Healing.
adessowellness.com 800.407.4512
RELAXATION TECHNIQUES
Kyla Eastman, LMP
Head to Toe Restoration. Aromatherapy, Relaxation Massage, Hot Stone Therapy, Spa treatments. Relieve pain and stress!
509-714-1981

Liv Mackay
Release your energy blocks, be in the present w/ guided relaxation; music & voice in our peaceful studio. Mind-body-spirit
208-265-5882

Debra Peterson CHT,RC
Guided imagery, hypnosis, holistic energy medicine therapy, Reiki, sound therapy
www.AlternativeHealthTherapy.com 509-276-4028

The Salt Crystal Cottage,
Relax in our Saltroom and enjoy a Natural Clarity Session. 2838 N Ruby, Spokane
www.saltcrystalcottage.com 509-255-0505

April Rubino, CHT, RYT, EFT-ADV, Usui Reiki Master
EFT/Hypno Phone Sessions, Hands-on & Distance Healing
www.integrativemindworks.com 208.882.8159

Repatterning

Repatterning is an energy therapy that aims to clear the negative or counterproductive beliefs, behaviors and emotions—called patterns or core beliefs—of the subconscious. These patterns can be the result of genetic heritage, life experiences, past-life experiences, or your environment. Practitioners are trained to change the patterns at en energetic level.

REPATTERNING
Chris Eckman
Spiritual and Energetic Alchemy for Total & Complete Transformation. In person, or by phone
www.chris-eckman.com 702.296.0237 Julie Hutslar, MA
Core Belief Restructuring: Releasing limiting beliefs to attain your highest potential. Phone/person
www.jrhutslar.com 208.263.1448 Jack & Kate Potticary
Mind Clearing, Intuitive Healing (phone or in person), Quantum Biofeedback, Sandpoint.
www.takeyourvibes.com 208.263.8456

Rolf Method® of Structural Integration

Also called Rolfing®, this codified series of soft tissue manipulations was developed by Columbia professor Ida P. Rolf in the 1950s. The soft tissue surrounding bones, joints, and muscles can become misaligned due to aging, gravity, emotional stress, injuries, or poor posture. Rolfing® stretches out this tight and thickened fascia, the thin sheath of connective tissue that links the muscular system throughout the body.

ROLF METHOD® OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION
Owen Marcus, MA, Certified Advanced Rolfer®
29 years experience, serving the Inland NW from Sandpoint, ID
www.align.org 208.265.8440

Shamanism

Shamanism, which dates back over 10,000 years, is practiced in North and South America, Africa, Europe, Australia and parts of Asia. The word Shaman comes from the Tungus Tribe in Siberia and translates as “one who sees in the dark.” Although each culture has their own traditions, methods are strikingly similar the world over. Shamanic Healing involves taking a journey (literally, figuratively, or both) that focuses on curing illness, and also on the deep healing journey of your life. The intent of Shamanic journeys is to retrieve information or healing from a guide or spirit. Using information gathered during a journey brings awareness, wisdom, inspiration, education and healing into everyday life. Contemporary shamans and shamanic practitioners seek to activate change and bring about spiritual growth and healing for clients, animals, business, agriculture, and the healing of our Earth.

SHAMANIC PRACTITIONERS
Pam Albee, CCHT
Shaman, soul retrieval, extractions, classes, mentoring, remote work, structure/land clearing.
sharedtransitions.com 509.326.5350 Luminous Embrace, Nicole Hutto, RM
Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master.lotuspetals31@hotmail.com 208.610.0956 Jea'nah Jens
Shamanic Ceremonies, Facial Magic, Crystal Ball Viewings. First 15 min FREE on card readings.
www.chambersofrenewal.com 509.263.0689 Karie Knoke, RMT
Physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Phone consultations available.kariek@sandpoint.net 208.659.9000 Charles Lightwalker, PhD, CSH
Metis Shaman, Medical Intuitive/Healer, Reiki Master
www.thefamilyoflight.net charleslightwalker@yahoo.com 509.389.7290 Sybil Vaughn
Shamanic Breathwork Practitioner, Certified Voyager Tarot Reader. In person, or by phone.Sybilvaughn@comcast.net 509.624.1865 Kathleen Cricket Windsong, MA, CTSA
Shamanic Arts Life Coach w/ earth-based wisdom. Serving INW (see ad)cricketwindsong@earthlink.net 208.255.1731
Kalispell
Red Cedar Circle, Jill Fanning
Traditional healing, training and ceremonies from the NW Coast Native Peoples.shrdlu@centurytel.net 406.862.8070
Sandpoint Area
Berta C. Kuhnel, LAc. Dipl.O.M
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, Craniosacral Therapy, Shamanic Healing. 208.265.2878

Sound Therapy

In sound therapy, practitioners use a variety of musical instruments, tools, and practices to affect the frequency and/or vibration of the physical and energetic body. Drums, harps, tuning forks and chanting are a few examples of tools used in sound therapy.

SOUND THERAPY
Spokane Area
Celestial Counseling, Kelly Altiero, CHT, RC & Doug Estes, CHT, RC
Holistic counseling, Detoxification, Individual sessions & groups. 509.279.0910 Inner Journeys, Susan Moyer, LICSW, LAT
Eupsychia Process, meditation to music, healing drumming.
www.psychospiritualgrowth.com 509.455.4079
WOMEN'S WELLNESS
Dr. P.J. Hennessy, MD
Midlife women's health & bioidentical menopausal solutions. Phone consults available.
www.womenofacertainage.com 208.265.9909
Spokane Area
Windrose Naturopathic Clinic, Dr. Letitia Watrous, ND, BS & Dr. Caryn Potenza, ND, BS
See ad page XX.
www.windroseclinic.com 509.327.5143

Yoga

More than 4,000 years old, yoga is rooted in the spiritual practices of Hinduism. In our Western Culture, yoga generally refers to the practice of doing postures (asanas) as physical exercise. But yoga is also a discipline that encourages better breathing practices. better balance—both physical and emotional—better focus, and how to improve the mind/body.

YOGA
Sandpoint Area
Divine Health, Kristine Battey, MSPT
Personal training, physical therapy, nutrition, fitness, yoga and dance classes.
www.divinehf.com 208.946.7072
Spokane Area
Mellow Monkey Yoga Studio, All instructors RYT or equivalent. Restorative/flow/dynamic yoga. Drop-ins welcome!
www.mellowmonkeyyoga.com 509.270.0001 Twist Yoga Studio, Shelley Sandifur, Owner, RYT
Classes offerred 6 days a week - morning, lunchtime & evenings.
www.twistyogastudio.com 509.995.5505 Main Street Yoga, Kimberly Buck Schneider
A heart-centered yoga tradition.
www.mainstreetyogaspokane.com 509.869.0817

The Yuen Method™

The premise of the Yuen Method™ is that your body functions much like a computer: you are either "on" or "off" to: non-physical phenomenon; thoughts; memories; traumas; past experiences; money; people; concepts; foods; and more. The practitioner's application of focused intention shifts bio-energy, and removes block.

YUEN METHOD™
Aza Dhaenens & Janet Dhaenens, Certified Yuen MethodTM Practitioners
Energetic Healing, in person or by phone
www.yuen-method.com 208.265.9139