Therapeutic Gua Sha Level One - Online
Gain knowledge & comprehension of Gua Sha therapies to utilize in your practice. 7 CE's - NCBTMB approved course
This course will prepare the student to gain the knowledge of how to safely and effectively implement Gua Sha into their practice; while establishing confidence and understanding of indications, contraindications, and proper application of technique.
*NCBTMB approved course*
CE's/Hours: 7 hours of interactive distance learning/Home study
Focus of Level 1:
- The history of Gua Sha -Eastern theory with western adaptation
- Indications/contraindications
- Benefits on lymphatic system, dermatome layer, and soft tissue
- Gua Sha tools
- Skin discoloration and tissue assessment
- Effects/benefits
- Sanitation/safety
Learning outcomes:
The student will be able to:
- Understand the indications and contraindications of Gua Sha
- Identify and assess the discoloration of the tissue and the texture changes
- Understand and communicate the benefits and effects of Gua Sha
- Implement proper sanitation and safety procedures
- Perform proper application of Gua Sha and evaluate the results
*We advise licensed practitioners to take time to practice for proper application of manual technique before offering this treatment to patients/clients.
Your Instructor
Kelly Chambers has been studying Chinese Medicine for almost 20 years. As a clinician, focusing on Taoist approaches to health and well-being, Kelly utilizes several modalities of care and works holistically for the integration of mind/body and spirit. She also recognizes the power and necessity of highlighting self healing principles in all of her consultations and treatments. Over the past 10 years, Kelly has also become quite interested in the process of deep relation; with ourselves, each other, our ancestors, our cultures and collectives, this beautiful earth, and that which is mysterious and beyond. This has become a source of inspiration and discovery in Kelly's awareness and embodiment of healing and healing potentials.
One of Kelly's passions and commitments is passing on what she has learned. She has been teaching movement and meditation arts, in one form or another, for more than 30 years. Currently, she loves taking what is most accessible and beneficial about Chinese Medicine and sharing it with the world (for both patient and practitioner), so that we might better meet our specific wellness needs while simultaneously uncovering our greatest potential in caring for all of humanity and its place in the cosmos. She continues to share her process in healing through Groups and Trainings ( via www.hyphaedu.org ) online and all over the United States.
When not working or studying, you can find Kelly simply enjoying family and nature or playing with creative exploration.