Introduction to Aromatic Therapies
Aromatherapy is the art and science of using essential oils, hydrosols, and aromatic extracts to restore or maintain wellness of mind, body, and spirit. This course is designed to give students a [...]
Ventilation in the Wellness Studio
Indoor air quality (IAQ) has been on a lot of our minds while dealing with an airborne virus. Teams of scientists in the fields of epidemiology, public health, aerosols, fluid mechanics, and [...]
Aromatic Breast Care – Apothecary Session
In this hands-on apothecary session participants will explore using aromatic botanicals for breast wellness. We'll delve into the energetics of the 4th (Heart) Chakra, lymphatics, breast health and dis-ease patterns, and an [...]
Home Remedies for Cold and Flu Season
In this 75 minute webinar participants will explore natural approaches to viral infections using evidence-informed practices. We'll explore: Prevention approaches through hand and respiratory hygiene, the role of stress management, and food [...]
Why is my foot pain worse around ovulation?
Estrogen influences the musculoskeletal system in several ways: strengthening bone mass, assisting in building muscle mass and strength, and decreasing stiffness in the tendons and ligaments. The first two are great: strong [...]
Essential Oils in the Navel?
Aromatherapy, the therapeutic use of essential oils to heal mind, body, and spirit, is one of my favorite things. I love that thousands of my clients have found these powerful, aromatic plants [...]
Support for Urinary Tract Infections
More than 50% of women will experience a urinary tract infection in their lifetime. I probably don't need to tell you how painful a UTI can be, and if you're in that [...]
Support for Uterine Fibroids
For me, taking a holistic approach to benign tumors of the uterus includes co-developing a wellness plan rich in Reflexology, herbal medicine, Aromatherapy, and lifestyle health. Fibroids occur in about 30% of [...]
Speaker at Moonflower Festival
I am honored to be teaching at this year's Moonflower Festival - a delightful event for plant lovers! I will be giving a hands-on demonstration of the process of distilling aromatic plants [...]
Risky Essential Oil Uses in Pregnancy
"Just because essential oils are natural does not mean they do not have potential risks, or hazards if used inappropriately." - Jane Buckle, Clinical Aromatherapy: Essential Oils in Healthcare 3rd Edition Once every [...]