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Polarity therapy is a wholistic system of energy medicine developed by Dr. Randolph Stone, D.O., D.C., N.D. Although well versed in Osteopathy, Chiropractic, and Naturopathic medicine, Dr. Stone felt that something was lacking in the Western approach to healing.Determined to find the missing piece, he spent fifty years searching out and studying medical practices, healing techniques, exercise systems and health related philosophies in a variety of cultures. The “missing piece”, he discovered, was an awareness of “energy” in the body. Most traditional forms of medicine focus on a subtle bio-energy system as the underlying foundation of health. This important concept is strangely absent in Western cultures.Dr. Stone took what he saw as the most essential components of Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, yoga and hermetic philosophy. He then synthesized these, along with his Western medical knowledge, into a complete health care system, which he called “Polarity Therapy”. He chose the term “Polarity” to express the fundamental idea that energy moves in predictable patterns between positive and negative poles through a neutral field, and that this movement of energy forms the underlying basis for life as we know it. These principles, applied to the human body, are in total accord with our modern understanding of physics, although, an understanding of the physics involved is not at all necessary for the practice of this profound healing art.Polarity Therapy includes energetic exercise, energetic nutrition, communication/facilitation and energetic bodywork as viable methods of unblocking and balancing the body’s subtle energy systems. This multi-faceted approach to healing makes Polarity a very powerful system. You'll find the principles just as useful and important for helping yourself and your family as they are in your professional life.What can you expect when receiving a Polarity session?The client usually remains fully clothed in a polarity session. Since the practitioner is affecting powerful energetic systems which are closely associated with the nervous system, the results of a polarity session can be much more profound than those of just physical massage. Emotions or memories sometimes surface and the client may experience a dramatic release of tension or trauma from the body. More typically, clients report enjoying a very deep state of relaxation, often accompanied by new insights or awareness. As with massage, some clients come for relaxation, some come for preventive health maintenance and others come for relief from illness, discomfort or energetic imbalance.How is my approach to teaching Polarity Therapy unique?I incorporate recent research in energy medicine as well as perspectives from other established healing methods. My goal is to help students experience the wisdom and depth of Dr. Stone's teaching while emphasizing concepts and techniques which have proven themselves to be useful. Participants come away with skills which are practical and effective.[Back to Valley Massotherapy] [Back to Seminars]
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by John Beaulieu, N.D., Ph.D., RPP
After completing the two-day seminar, I am so excited that I can start using these principles and techniques on Monday morning with my patients. I believe polarity energy work will add a whole new dimension to my work and will treat the whole person, not just a body part.Darlene Noble, PT |
Exploring Energy Therapy
(Polarity Healthcare 2)
In this seminar, you will examine the chakra system as part of a deepening exploration of energy medicine. With ever increasing awareness, you will practice sensing, feeling, evaluating and balancing subtle energies in the body. You will also refine your ability to negotiate physical and energetic boundaries while enhancing your verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
The concept of five elements provides an energetic perspective (an "energy language" of sorts) which is essential to Polarity Therapy. Discussion topics will include the Ayurvedic five elements with a focus on the Ether element. You will learn how to use bodywork, communication, energetic nutrition and energetic exercise as tools for balancing the chakras and the five elements.
This class is suitable for anyone interested in the topics of chakras, healing, energy medicine or Polarity. It is specifically useful for bodyworkers and other health professionals who want to:
● develop an experiential awareness of subtle energy
● begin utilizing the chakras in both assessment and treatment
● become familiar with basic anatomy and physiology related to the chakra system
● understand the Ayurvedic five elements and their application to touch therapy
● develop skill at identifying and negotiating energetic boundaries
● increase communication skills relevant to therapeutic relationships
● offer a new and powerful bodywork session to clients or patients
● learn energetic approaches to treating joint pain and dysfunction
This class combined with "Integrative Energy Bodywork" provides an excellent introduction to energy medicine.
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Hours: Saturday 9-6, Sunday 9-4
Fee:
$200 early registration for the weekend includes manual (half-price for massage students)
- add $25 after deadline -
(Price increases next year!)
Pre-requisites: None - This class is open to everyone Current schedule and discounts
A workshop manual is included in the cost of the class.
Also referenced in this
class:
Polarity
Therapy Workbook by John Beaulieu
The Book of Chakras by Ambika Wauters
Instructor: Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT, RPP, CST
Communication
Intensive for Healers and Bodyworkers
(Polarity Healthcare 3)
Take the first day only or both days!
Day 1
This day will be a blend of lecture, discussion and experiential exercises designed to facilitate breakthroughs in communication skills, self awareness and therapeutic presence.
Highlights:
● Building blocks of presence
● Being present with self
● Acceptance VS Judgment
● Empowerment VS Treatment
● Listening and Communication skills (Theory and Practice)
● Roadblocks to communication (and how to deal with them)
● Energetic aspects of communication
Day 2
This day focuses on understanding the energetic and symbolic language of the body. We will explore being present to ourselves and establishing conscious connection with parts of our own bodies as well as with our partners. This day also includes hands-on, energetic bodywork where we can practice what we've learned about therapeutic communication.
Highlights:
● Anatomy and the language of the body
(structure, function, energetics and symbolism of major body systems)● Full-body presence and embodied communication
● Energetic evaluation of voice and language
● Polarity Bodywork with presence and dialogue
Hours: 9am to 5pm both days (12 contact hours)
Fee:
1 day only $125 early registration - Both days $200 early registration
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add $25 after deadline - (Special price for a new class. Price increases next year!)
Pre-requisites: none Current schedule
Going through the polarity process fine tuned my awareness, my thoughts and my direction. I was able to let go of energy and fear I had no idea was trapped in me.Renee Bucher, LMT |
Continuing Education
Randall W. Gibson is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider. (provider #325713-00)
Polarity Healthcare is approved as a continuing education provider by the Florida Board of Massage (provider #MCE-412-05).
"Integrative Energy Bodywork" is accepted by NCBTMB for 12 contact hours
Classes Currently ScheduledUpdated 2-20-10If you would like a seminar in your area, contact me! I will be glad to schedule one.Randall Gibson |
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Randall Gibson, M.Ed., LMT, RPP, CST / 330-701-8780
1236 Weathervane Lane, #203 / Akron, Ohio 44313 /
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