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CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE 900 Wells Road (RT. 175), Wethersfield, CT 06109 Phone: 860-666-5064 E-Mail : Laurachina@aol.com
CEU hours for the
NCTMB for some of our classes (An Approved Provider)
Laura
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"Grand Rounds" for Chinese Herbology Practitioners is arranged for
the
On-Going Chinese Herbology Dates:
August 21, 22: September 25, 26: October
23, 24: (Qi Gong Class Class Open to the Public w/ George Hoffman
$159.00): Dec. 4, 5: Tongue & Pulse Diagnosis (Open to Holistic
Practitioners $189.00) January 15, 16: Clinical Diagnosis
February 26, 27: GYN Issues
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15th Annual China
Cultural Tour (Beijing ~ Xi'an ~ Lijiang~ Chengdu) October 28 ~
Nov 12, 2010
10 (Fri):
Stress Management w/Chinese Qi Gong
w/ George Hoffman, Director of Silver Dragon Tai Chi & Qi Gong
6:00 - 7:30 PM Cost $25.00 (1.5
CEU)
Stress and how to manage it are all too common problems in our fast-paced daily lives. Too much to do with too little time in which to do it leads to an accumulation of tension, stress and associated physical and emotional impacts. Conquer your stress with relaxed breathing techniques, optimized body posture and focused intention that can help you rebalance your body's energy and release stagnant energy, stress and tension. GEORGE HOFFMAN, Director Silver Dragon Tai Chi & Qi Gong, LLC - George has over 15 years of study and 10 years of teaching experience in the Chinese arts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. He has successfully developed and continues to deliver classes and workshops for municipal recreation departments, community centers, corporate fitness centers and is a guest instructor at a Connecticut Tai Chi Cooperative. His goal is to give students the tools with which to reap the ongoing health and self-healing benefits associated with Tai Chi and Qi Gong by offering group classes and individual instruction. His strengths in teaching and coaching facilitate students’ ability to learn these health-enhancing exercises rapidly and with confidence. His belief in the power of these ancient arts comes across in his teaching style, patience, compassion and his students’ success. www.silverdragontaichi.com 11, 12 (Sat & Sun) Food as Medicine w/ Marybeth Keener Time: 9:00-4:30 PM Cost: $189.00 (14 CEU's) Asian and European health care systems are based upon a health maintenance and disease prevention model (preventative medicine). These cultures view whole foods not only as sustenance but also utilize them to achieve and maintain health, vitality and longevity. Many people have lost their instinctive nature in the ways of eating. A nutritional plan allows them to regain control of a fundamental self-treatment strategy that is simple, safe and economical. MARYBETH KEENER is a nutritional biochemist that has studied Traditional Asian Medicine in Europe, Asia and the Marybeth offers: Nutritional Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Acupressure, Massage Therapy and Qi Qong in her private practice. She has offices in Chinese Herbology Series: 14,21,28 (3 Tuesday Evenings) Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM w/Laura Mignosa, 14: Introduction to Chinese Herbal Therapy: designed to teach the differences between ”Superior Herbs” and Inferior Herbs, Formulas making theory and some herbs commonly used. 21: Chinese Herbs to Maintain and Regain Health: Learn many ancient herb to help balance the body and learn how to use preventative health teas for the season changes. 28: Chinese Herbs to Calm the Spirit: Anxiety, depression, panic attacks, insomnia or even the inability to focus can be symptoms of an “energetic” heart disturbance. The class will cover basic theory as well as herbs and formulas often used in Chinese medicine to help with the disharmonies of the “Heart”. Laura Mignosa is a Nationally Certified Chinese Herbologist who is both Western and China trained. She is the Director of CIHS since 1992 and travels yearly to China for study and to expose her students to the culture and clinical training of Beijing Hospitals. She was the co-investigator on a clinical trial at UConn Medical Center to evaluate the effectiveness of Chinese herbs for menopausal symptoms relating to breast cancer and her private practice is maintained at the school. Laura successfully treats all types of disharmonies, especially those that Western medicine offers little help. Presently she is writing her book titled," Decoding T.C.M. (Traditional Chinese Medicine)" C.I.H.S. is an approved provider for CEU’s by the NCBTMB & CT. Chiropractic Association October (22 NCBTMB CEU’s Provided) This is a clinical approach to Aromatherapy and should not be confused with a course in smell. Massage Therapists and estheticians have long known the value of aromatherapy and today psychotherapists, energy healers, nurses, herbologists and other health practitioners use this modality to improve the health of their patients. It is an incredibly strong adjunct for healing. Oct. 2: Day 1: The past, present and future of Aromatherpy will be addressed along with information on Natural Vs Synthetic essential oils, their production, dosage and methods of applications. A discussion on Ethical Aromatherapy, details on Carrier Oils and medicinal information on Five Essential Oils for Immunity will also be taught. Question and Answer period provided with homework and case study information. Oct. 3: Day 2: Our sense of Smell: the Olfactory System will be addressed today. The Blending techniques and detailed profiles of Five Essential Oils will be covered today. The afternoon will provide information on the anatomy & physiology of the skin, Common disorders and maintaining health of the skin, sample remedies and blends. Aroma Skin & Hair Care along with Aromatic baths will also be provided. Clinical Discussion of Case studies and treatment strategies will be emphasized. Questions & Answer period will be provided with homework and case study information. Nov 6: Day 3: Presentation of Class case studies & homework. Anatomy & Physiology, common disorders and maintaining health of the Nervous & Endocrine system will be taught. Sample remedies & blends with Clinical profiles of Four Essential Oils will be presented. Research information and practice management skills will be included along with resource book lists and codes of ethics. Nov. 13: Day 4: The anatomy & physiology, Common disharmonies & maintaining health of the Muscular/Skeletal & Circulation System will be addressed. Presentation of sample remedies and blends as well as Four Essential Oils will be provided. Case Histories, treatment strategies and the integration of Aromatherpy into a holistic practice will be discussed in detail. Discussion on the Ethics of Essential Oils and plant wildcrafting worldwide will be covered. The anatomy & physiology, common disorders, and maintaining health of the respiration System will be addressed. Sample Remedies and blends will be provided. Resource books, journals, and organizations utilizing Aromatherapy will be presented. This final class prepares the student for the final exam (take home) and case studies needed to achieve a certificate of completion. Books Required: Julie Lawless The Encyclopedia of Essential Oils: The Complete Guide to the Use of Aromatics in Aromatherapy, Herbalism, Health and Well-Being (Health Workbooks) (Paperback) ISBN: 1852303115 The edition of this book is out of print but there are used copies on"amazon.com" It is important that you get this edition and not the oversized glossy version. Recommended (Highly):Salvatore Battaglia The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Tony(a) Lemos is director of Blazing Star Herbal School in Shelburne Falls MA. She is a graduate of Natural Therapy at Raworth College in England and has apprenticed with Susun Weed as well as many other prominent American herbalists. She has worked as a successful herbal formulator for Wise Way Herbals utilizing Western Herbs. Tony(a) teaches at conferences and festivals throughout New England including Green Nations Gathering, Flower Essence Conferences and the Women’s Herbal Conference. In addition she is a tutor and author for the online International College of Herbal Medicine. Tony(a) also maintains a clinical aromatherapy and medicinal Western herbal practice in Western Massachussets. Email: blazingstarclinic@gmail.com Website: www.blazingstarherbalschool.typepad.com October 9,10 & 16,17 (Two Sat & Sun)  Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory Terminology Course. (May be a Stand Alone Class) *pre-requisite for Chinese Herbology Program* 9:30 ~ 4:00 (28 CEU) ~$459.00 w/Laura Mignosa, NCCH Sign up now
This is a powerful course for anyone interested in the Differential
Diagnosis of Traditional Chinese Medicine and it's uses today. Aroma
therapists, Body workers, Massage therapists, and other wellness
practitioners benefit from incorporating this holistic perspective of
the human energetic systems. As health and healing practitioners or just busy human beings, many times our own daily health and fitness routines get lost in our focus on family, clients and others. This course introduces Chinese Qi Gong (Energy Work) fundamentals and a series of exercises you can use daily to maintain your health and balance and, at the same time, improve your ability to focus on clients and others. Learn simple exercises for immune system strengthening, marrow and organ washing and cleansing, energy balancing and Qi cultivation. Come away with an exercise program you can do on a daily basis to help maintain your long term health and energetic balance. GEORGE HOFFMAN, Director Silver Dragon Tai Chi & Qi Gong, LLC - George has over 15 years of study and 10 years of teaching experience in the Chinese arts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. He has successfully developed and continues to deliver classes and workshops for municipal recreation departments, community centers, corporate fitness centers and is a guest instructor at a Connecticut Tai Chi Cooperative. His goal is to give students the tools with which to reap the ongoing health and self-healing benefits associated with Tai Chi and Qi Gong by offering group classes and individual instruction. His strengths in teaching and coaching facilitate students’ ability to learn these health-enhancing exercises rapidly and with confidence. His belief in the power of these ancient arts comes across in his teaching style, patience, compassion and his students’ success. www.silverdragontaichi.com Oct. 31, Nov.7, 14, 28 (4 Sundays) Acupressure to Enhance Your Practice w/Marybeth Keener, Cost:$329.00 Time: 9:00 -4:30 PM (28 NCBTMB CEU’s) Both practicing massage therapists and students will find this course beneficial for their professional and personal lives. human body gains insight into how energy flows can affect health and produce unwanted symptoms. By learning which organ systems are in disharmony, allows a therapist to develop a treatment strategy for each client. Day One: Day Two: Day Three: Day Four:The Kidney/Urinary bladder System Review MARYBETH KEENER is a nutritional biochemist that has studied Traditional Asian Medicine in Europe, Asia and the Marybeth offers: Nutritional Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Acupressure, Massage Therapy and Qi Qong in her private practice. She has offices in  2011 Certified Traditional Chinese Herbology Program April 10,11 (Sat. & Sun)Start of Certifed Chinese Herbology Program Start (9 weekends in one Year) *pre-requisite course in Chinese Theory and Terminology needed to begin study. 9:30- 4:30 ~ Cost: $2395.00 w/ Laura Mignosa, NCCH Sign up now The objective of this course is to teach the fundamentals of Chinese Medicine as well as the diagnostic principles for the therapeutic use of over 150 herbs and more than 35 Chinese herbal formulas. Case studies, review of organ disharmonies, and clinical observation will be included. The preparation of herbal tonics and teas, Tongue and Pulse diagnosis, as well as advanced GYN issues will be covered. Herbal identification (samples of most herbs supplied), their tastes, formula structure, contraindications, as well as the acquisition of professional Chinese Herbal formulas will be addressed. Exceptional handouts provided. Independent Study required to fulfill certification requirements. April 10,11: Spleen Disharmonies: Herbs and formulas for digestive disorders. Chinese Medical Patterns of wet phlegm, acid reflux, diuretic issues, food stagnation, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain and discomfort, as well as other middle burner issues will be addressed May 15,16: Liver Disharmonies: Formulas and herbs for the Chinese Medicine Patterns of the Liver will include information on stagnations of the body such as cysts, PMS, some GYN concerns, high blood pressure, migraines & emotional stagnation effecting digestion and pain. June 12,13: Heart Disharmonies: Herbs and formulas to calm the spirit and heart will be covered. Recent information obtained from clinical experience in Beijing will be addressed as well. Emotional (Shen) conditions such as depression, anxiety, phobias, fears, manic depression are all part of a heart disharmony in TCM and will be addressed this weekend. August 21,22: Lung Disharmonies: Herbs and formulas to treat the western diagnosis of sinus infections, flus and colds, coughs, allergies, asthma and more will be covered. TCM sees this organ as our immune system and formulas to stay well will be addressed as well. September 25,26: Kidney Disharmonies & Herbal Tonics: An overview of the kidney issues as they relate to the reproduction organs and all organs in general. Formulas that treat the western diagnosis of yeast and urinary tract infections will also be addressed. Tonic formulas to help keep the body strong even with chronic disharmonies, will be covered as well. Each student will prepare a warming Kidney Tonic and a Defense Formula Tea for use during the winter months. October 23,24: Qi Gong for Healing Practitioners: presented by George Hoffman (Open to All) This course is especially designed for health and healing practitioners. It provides the Qi Gong view of our energy body and immune system. Learn simple exercises for immune system strengthening, marrow and organ washing and cleansing, energy balancing and Qi cultivation. You will immediately use the exercises & theory studied to maintain long term health and energetic balance. Cost: $159.00 & 12 CEU December 4,5: Tongue & Pulse Diagnosis: Learn the fundamental theory of pulse-taking, it's parameters, diagnostic skills. This class offers students the opportunity to have hands on training in both pillars of Chinese Medcine. Tongue Diagnosis Theory will include the basis of color, shape, location, coating and movement of the tongue for TCM diagnosis. Learn to use the Tongue & Pulse as confirmation of your treatment strategy already determined by your differential diagnosis according to the Eight Principle Theory. (Individual Practitioner's Cost: $189.00 & 12 CEU's for Massage Therapists) January 15,16: Clinical Diagnosis & Observation: Students will identify disharmonies of guests by using observation, Interview and Tongue & Pulse indications that will help students arrive at a TCM Differential diagnosis. They will then be able to provide a treatment strategy and appropriate herbal formula that will encourage the health of the patient, under supervision. Each student will present their case to the class to further enrich the learning of this healing modality. February 26,27: Gynecological Issues: Common pathologies seen in the transition of a woman's body will be covered in this class. it will include the signs and symptoms of menses irregularities, menopause, mastitis and cancers as seen in TCM. Formulas learned in China Hospitals will be shared. Students will come away away with information that can be easily used in a practice of TCM. Laura Mignosa, NCCH, is a Nationally Certified Chinese Herbologist who is both Western and China trained. She is the director of CIHS since 1992 and travels yearly to China for study and to expose her students to the culture and clinical training of Beijing Hospitals. She was the co-investigator on a clinical trial at UConn Medical Center to evaluate the effectiveness of Chinese herbs for menopausal symptoms and breast cancer and her private practice is maintained at the school. Laura successfully treats all types of disharmonies, especially those that Western medicine offers little help. Presently she is writing her book titled," DeCoding T.C.M. (Traditional Chinese Medicine)" George Hoffman is the director of Silver Dragon Tai Chi & Qi Gong, LLC - He has over 15 years of study and 10 years of teaching experience in the Chinese arts of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. George has successfully developed and continues to deliver classes and workshops for municipal recreation departments, community centers, corporate fitness centers and is a guest instructor at a Connecticut Tai Chi Cooperative. His goal is to give students the tools with which to reap the ongoing health and self-healing benefits associated with Tai Chi and Qi Gong by offering group classes and individual instruction. His strengths in teaching and coaching facilitate students’ ability to learn these health-enhancing exercises rapidly and with confidence. His belief in the power of these ancient arts comes across in his teaching It should be noted that at this time, no state has authorized separate licensing for practicing herbologists. In many states, only acupuncturists or Naturopaths can legally prescribe herbs using a western diagnosis. However... that does not prevent an herbalist from suggesting formulas in accordance with Chinese Medical Theory. It is not using or suggesting herbs that is at issue...but diagnosing a Western-named disease without having a medical license. There are thousands of herbalists in America and Europe. (In the West, Herbologists have been accepted as healers for hundreds of years. In China, Herbalists have been mainstays of the medical healing arts for thousands of years)
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