Asian Therapies (3.5 hrs / 3.5 CEs) $95 Taken following “Five Element Theory,” Asian Therapies presents an introduction to Asian bodywork. Hands-on portion performed fully clothed. Saturday, June 14, 2014 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm For beginners and the curious Asian Therapies earns 3.5 CEs from NCBTMB, ARCB, NTCB for reflexologists, massage therapists, and […]
Five Element Theory (7 hrs / 7 CEs) $156 This course covers the theory and principles of Five Element Theory as practiced in Traditional Oriental Medicine. Basic acupressure points on the hands and feet are introduced and hands-on practice reinforces application. Friday, June 13, 2014 6:00-9:30 pm and Saturday, June 14, 2014 9:30 […]
Anyone can learn hand reflexology for pain relief and reduced stress. Pressure to reflexes* affect the body, mind, and spirit immediately, offering quick results for most people. Case Study*: Hand Reflexology and Shoulder Joint Pain In his thirties, Robert** experienced pain in the right shoulder joint due to excess computing and sustained tension in the […]
Hand Reflexology is among The Stone Institute’s most popular therapies (and classes). Learn the reflexes in the hands and how to work them to promote relaxation, relieve pain, and address specific health challenges system-by-system. For beginners and experienced therapists, Hand Reflexology earns 38 CEs from NCBTMB, ARCB, NTCB, LMTs, and nurses. The course is part […]
A Reiki presentation with hands practice will be held at the Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis on Wednesday, February 19 from 11-12:00 noon. The event is free and open to those whose lives have been touched by cancer. To register, contact Renata Sledge, LCSW, Program Director, Cancer Support Community of Greater St. Louis […]
The Stone Institute is a “lineage* school*” for those seeking professional education in reflexology, massage, and other healing arts. What does this mean? How is a lineage school different from other options? A lineage school offers training* and education* learned from a predecessor in a specific healing art or discipline. There is a direct, unbroken […]
A common question is “Do I need a license to practice reflexology?” This is two separate questions: “Do I need a license to practice reflexology”” (professional license) and “Do I need a business license to practice?” (business license). The universal answer for professional and business licensing is: Check with your state professional licensing board and […]
“Reflexology’s Role in client Wellness (Now and Future Visions)” is a workshop by author and educator Paula S. Stone scheduled for the RAA Biennial Conference May 2-4, 2014 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Summary: A major shift in the health care paradigm is underway in the United States as it solidly enters the 21st century. […]
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is not ordinary stress. It is results from acute sustained stress and trauma. Learn how reflexology resets the body to relieve symptoms. Click here to read Paula Stone’s article that appears in the March/April 2013 Massage & Bodywork magazine.
Paula S. Stone, Executive Director of The Stone Institute LLC and author of Therapeutic Reflexology: A Step-by-Step Guide to Professional Competence, will attend the Alliance for Massage Therapy Education (www.AFMTE.org) conference July 18-20, 2013. The theme of the conference is Creating a Culture of Teaching Excellence. According to AFMTE.org, the “focus for our 2013 Conference […]
