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Reflexology
Reflexology is a scientific art whose main focus is to reduce stress. The application of pressure to precise points on the hands or feet which correspond to all body parts, causes certain physiological changes in the body. By working these reflex areas and stimulating some of the 3,500 nerve endings in the sole of each foot can balance the energy flow within the body and help to improve body functions.
| • Reflexology encourages the healing process to begin and to promote a sense of well being |
| • Reflexology improves circulation and the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the cells, thereby promoting the balance, stress reduction, and relaxation. |
| • Reflexology helps to improve and strengthen the weak areas of the body. |
It can facilitate a deep relaxation of body and mind with the releases of physical, mental, and emotional tension. This can lead to a greater sense of well being and improve overall health.
Janet S. Olonko is an ARCB Nationally Certified Reflexologist, who has been a health professional since 1974. In addition to being an R.N. she is certified in the fields of nephrology and psychiatry. Janet has received training in and practices Therapeutic Touch, Meditation, Guided Imagery and Visualization, Reiki, Cranial-Sacral work and other energy work. She also teaches class in basic relaxation and stress reduction.
Massage Therapy
Nadine
Taccetta has been a licensed massage therapist for over 6 years.
She offers the following types of massage:
| • Swedish Massage |
| • Manual Lympatic
Drainage (Used on cancer survivors faced with lymphedema) |
| • 7th Heaven Massage |
| • Hot Stone Massage |
Journaling
Joan Migton teaches a journaling workshop called, "Writing from the Inside Out" at the center. This program was developed during 11 years of teaching college writing courses and is designed to present therapeutic writing techniques that the students can use on their own. Journaling has been reported to increase creativity and problem solving skills, reduce stress, increase self awareness and promote emotional healing. Student privacy is respected and participants are not expected to share their writings with the class. Please contact our center to register for a class.
About Joan Migton - Joan has presented workshops for the wellness program at the Golden Gate Health Care Center on Staten Island and was featured in the Multiple Scelrosis Society's magazine following work with MS patients. When she's not teaching, Joan coordinates a grant program for Kean University and makes quilts, some of which decorate the walls of the Center.
