Integrative Medicine
P R O G R A M
Healing Touch
What is Healing Touch?
Healing Touch is a relaxing, nurturing energy therapy. Gentle touch assists in balancing your physical,
mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. Healing touch works with your energy field to support your
natural ability to heal. It is safe for all ages and works in harmony with standard medical care.
How Can Healing Touch Benefit You?
•Reduces stress
•Calming effect with anxiety and depression
•Decreases pain
•Strengthens the immune system
•Enhances recovery from surgery
•Deepens spiritual connection
•Supports cancer care
•Creates a sense of well-being
•Eases acute and chronic conditions
Healing Touch research suggests that there are many benefits. Individual experiences may differ.
Where is Healing Touch Used?
Healing Touch is used in a wide variety of settings including hospitals, long term care facilities, private
practice, hospice and spas. Janet Mentgen, RN, founded Healing Touch in 1989 as a continuing education
program for nurses, massage therapist, other health care professionals and lay persons. Today, Healing
Touch has spread internationally and is taught in universities, medical and nursing schools, and other
settings.
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What Happens in a Healing Touch Session?
At the first session the HT provider does an assessment of your energy fields. The provider will ask
a series of questions about the your physical, mental and emotional situation and will answer any
questions. During this session the client is covered with sheets or blankets. The session will occur in your
hospital room. During your session we will provide a quiet environment. The provider will gently place
their hands slightly above or on the client. The session generally lasts 30-45 minutes. People frequently
report feeling deeply relaxed and peaceful during the session. There is a cumulative effect of using
Healing Touch over time.
What You Should Look for in a Healing Touch Practitioner After Leaving the Hospital
•Look for a Healing Touch Practitioner who has level II training or higher. Ask the practitioner about
his or her training and experience.
•It is preferable to find a practitioner who has experience caring for individuals who have been under
recent medical care.
•Tell the Healing Touch practitioner about your medical conditions and any special care you may
need.
•If the practitioner has questions about how to safely provide a session he or she may ask to talk to
your healthcare provider. In this case you would need to sign a permission form.
•Most insurance companies do not cover Healing Touch services. You may expect to pay on average
between $50-$65 for a treatment.
•If you are looking for a practitioner in your local community, you can start by searching for
Healing Touch followed by your city and state. There are some national organizations that list
practitioners but they might not be inclusive of all available practitioners in your area.
http://www.healingtouchinternational.org/index.
php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2&Itemid=240
http://www.healingtouchprogram.com/about/what-is-healingtouch
http://www.htprofessionalassociation.com/
http://iarp.org/
http://www.htpractitioner.com/
How Can I Set Up an Appointment?
Send an electronic request to the Integrative Medicine Volunteer Coordinator.
Contact
Integrative Medicine Volunteer Coordinator
Jessica Smidt at 538-1407, pager 127-12329
Quiet the mind. Soothe the body. Restore the spirit.
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