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Germaine Michelle Ehlinger, LMT
Integrative Healing Practitioner
Areas of practice
ENERGY BALANCING
Energy Kinesiology (EK) is a holistic approach to wellness that uses muscle testing to identify and correct imbalances in the body's energy systems. EK borrows elements from the chiropractic philosophy of the life force within the spinal cord and nervous system, and on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which view the body as a complex network of energy channels or meridians that can become blocked or disrupted, leading to physical or emotional symptoms.
In EK, I use gentle muscle testing to communicate with the body's innate intelligence and identify areas of imbalance or stress. By applying gentle pressure to specific points on the body or using various techniques to balance the energy flow, I help guide your body in restoring to a natural state of harmony and balance.
EK techniques may include acupressure, meridian tracing, spinal reflexes, neuro-lymphatic points, Neuro-vascular points, pulse points to name a few. Our session will start with goal-setting because intention is key to awareness and healing.
EK is a safe and non-invasive approach that can benefit people of all ages and health conditions. Because sessions are done fully clothed, EK is an excellent choice for a healing bodywork experience for people who are sensitive to traditional massage setting. It can be used to address a wide range of issues, including physical pain, emotion releases, digestive problems, allergies, anxiety, and stress-related disorders.
BODYWORK
As a licensed massage therapist, I practice traditional forms of soft tissue manipulation including Swedish, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Masssge Technique (trigger points), Pregnancy massage, along with fascial work using cupping. My sessions are highly individualized and usually involve several different modalities depending on your goals. My work is very intuitive and nurturing. I particularly like to work with clients on an ongoing basis in order to understand and learn their bodies and needs.
Movement
In movement bodywork, I work specifically with making sure your body is moving to heal. In a creative session, I may take you for a walk at first to open the gates of your emotions. As a dancer I’m very keen on postural alignment and can help teach better body mechanics for walking, sitting, standing. I may work with you on stretching appropriately, teaching you how to engage proper muscle groups while performing activities. I may have you move your body in creative ways, to nurture or heal. We may explore Feldenkrais Method for ways to really go deep into a specific movement pattern for reprogramming the biomechanics of your movement.I will often combine movement analysis into my other sessions, so if this is something that intrigues you, let me know while booking so I can make extra time to plan your appointment for your movement goals.