Allow me to present a brief description of salient parts of my life that have led up to my creation of the “Advanced Reflexology: Training to Generate a Safe Healing Space” course.
With a First Class Honors degree in Human Resources Development from York University (1973) and two years postgraduate training in Counselling Psychology (Universtiy of Victoria) my journey in the helping professions has been both diverse and deeply enriching. In 1978, I immersed myself in the world of reflexology, with commencing with training under Dwight Byers and the International Institute of Reflexology. This experience sparked a lifelong commitment to advancing reflexology practice. Over the years i have attended trainings with Dr. Harvey Lampbell, Bill Flocco, Hanne Marquardt, Lynne Booth, Tom Woloshyn, Anthony Porter and Dr. Martine Fanre-Alderson.
Ordained in 1982 (to protect myself from a charge of practicing medicine without a licence) and certified as an Energy Meditation and Healing Instructor by 1985, I now integrate energetic and scientific insights in my teaching. My teaching Reflexology Association of Canada courses in addition to my own courses, and my tenure as a board member and president of the Reflexology Association of British Columbia as well as my founding of the British Columbia Holistic Healing Association partially reflects my leadership and innovation in holistic health.
My contributions to the field of reflexology include development of reflexology training courses, reflexology charts, promotional brochures, an instructional DVD, and a globally recognized reflexology resource website.
In particular, I very much appreciate the testimonials that I have received from my students over the years, that acknowledge my professionalism, wit, clarity and patient teaching style.
Now settled in Saskatchewan, and living a vibrant life at 78, I maintain health through regular exercise, energy management and a healthy lifestyle. Recently, it occurred to me that my unique blend of experiences now allows me to guide professional reflexologists to cultivate healthy client relationships through innovative holistic communication. Hence, my new course.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
