Holistic RI
Lead with your heart & Listen to your gut
What makes us different?
We are a true collaborative. We integrate our approaches, have regular educational meetings, and share insights. We all share the same records, so when you see more than one of us, we can help you in a cohesive way.
Welcome to our team
Our team consists of Nurse Practitioners, a nurse, a nutritionist, a patient care coordinator, an herbalist, a spiritual guide, health coaches, a massage therapist and reflexologists. Behind the scenes we have informatics, community outreach, practice management, and an anthropologist. Stay tuned and sign up for our newsletter.
Foot Reflexology
Relaxation, Stress Relief
This therapy is a deeply relaxing footwork therapy, which applies specialized techniques on reflex points to revitalize the entire body as a whole. This stress relieving therapy promotes the alpha state of relaxation which in turn improves circulation. Read More
Why do people try Foot Reflexology?
Some common reasons include
Stress
Tension
Symptom relief
Stress related gastrointestinal symptoms
Adjunct therapy
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Women’s Health Reflexology
Relaxation
This therapy combines reflexes located on the hands, wrists, feet, and ankle. This relaxing, stress relieving therapy focuses on balancing yin energy, and includes organic Shatavari infused oil and aromatherapy. This therapy is 75 minutes.
Why do people use this Protocol?
Stress
Improved Energy Balance
To balance Doshas: Ayurvedic Bodywork
Facial Reflexology
This stress relieving therapy applies ancient techniques to reflex points on the face scalp and ears. This technique is used throughout the world to promote circulation, anti-aging, and relaxation. During this luxurious experience customized organic herbal serum and raw honey is applied, to nourish and pamper your skin. Warm towels, warm stones, aromatherapy, and cooled marble and gemstones are integrated into this rejuvenating experience. The cooled stones function as decongestants, pushing fluid and waste out of tense or inflamed tissue and promote cellular regeneration, while the warmth relaxes and soothes.
Hand Reflexology
This relaxing therapy utilizes reflexology techniques to pamper your hands. During a Reflexology session a variety of specialized techniques which feel similar to massage are applied to these reflexes to promote balance and reduce stress. Your choice of raw honey mask or castor oil is applied.
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Testimonials
“new found even higher, heightened level of awareness”
“I have had over a dozen treatments from Carolee and it is a special treat every time. She has a therapeutic touch, it’s so relaxing. An added plus – I learn something new. She is extremely knowledgeable.”
“I never thought that there was actually such an incredible place, with holistic practices tailored and focused as they are, to the individual. Blessed to have found you. Sat Nam”
“I absolutely LOVE Claudia. She is so kind, attentive and does an amazing job! I will gladly keep coming back to her again and again!”
“Just great caregiving services. I suffer from Heart Disease, Fibromyalgia, PTSD and Hormone issues. This therapy has helped me deal with physical and emotional pain.”
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REFLEXOLOGY
While Reflexology feels similar to massage, it is a unique therapy with its own separate education, certification, theory, and practices.
During a Reflexology session a variety of specialized techniques which feel similar to a combination of massage and acupressure are applied to reflexes to promote balance and mind – body integration. It is a relaxing way to promote your body’s natural healing abilities through nerve stimulation, while improving circulation and encouraging immune system balance. Reflexology has been practiced throughout the world in ancient cultures including ancient Egypt, China, India, and Native America. The name “reflexology” is a relatively new term, which is used to collectively refer to ancient methods based on energy, as well as newer methods based on neurophysiology. Read more here
FOOT REFLEXOLOGY
This therapy is a deeply relaxing footwork therapy, which applies specialized techniques on reflex points to revitalize the body as a whole. This stress relieving therapy encourages circulation, and restores a state of balance, enabling the body to heal itself. This therapy is available as one hour focused sessions, or ninety minute complete sessions. Book Online
AYURVEDIC FOOT REFLEXOLOGY
Each session starts with a Helios salt foot soak in a traditional copper basin. The session then moves to a cushioned massage table. Organic Ayurvedic oils, and fresh herbal infusions are integrated into this healing session. Gemstones such as rose quartz, amethyst, garnet, fluorite, and ruby are used in harmony with heated volcanic stones to calm, relax, and apply deep precise pressure on reflex points on the feet and legs. This nurturing therapy is ninety minutes. Read more about Ayurveda. Book Online
SOAK YOUR FEET • SAVE THE BAY
This session is a Foot Reflexology session that starts with a Helios Foot Soak
HELIOS FOOT SOAK – a foot soak in an authentic Ayurvedic pure Copper Basin. Copper opens us to receive energy while it grounds us. It is an ideal way to begin any therapy. Helios Pink salt soak is a blend of minerals, essential oils, and flower essences. Helios soak is profoundly refreshing, and is a staff favorite.
FOOT REFLEXOLOGY – a deeply relaxing footwork therapy, which applies specialized techniques on reflex points to revitalize the entire body as a whole. This stress relieving therapy promotes the alpha state of relaxation which in turn improves circulation.
*A $20 donation will be made to Save The Bay for every session.
This therapy is 75 minutes Book Online
Facial Reflexology
AYURVEDIC FACIAL REFLEXOLOGY
Experience warm towels, aromatherapy, organic oil, and gemstones, as ancient techniques are applied to relax your face, ears, and scalp. Cool stones function as decongestants, pushing fluid and waste out, improving muscle tone, and reducing inflammation. An organic raw honey mask and steam are integrated into this refreshing therapy. Book Online
GLUTATHIONE FACIAL REFLEXOLOGY
Experience warm towels, aromatherapy, organic oil, and gemstones, as ancient techniques are applied to relax your face, ears, and scalp. Cool stones function as decongestants, pushing fluid and waste out, improving muscle tone, and reducing inflammation. The session ends with topical application of Vitamin C, and the master antioxidant, glutathione. Our glutathione reflexology sessions are with our holistic nurse. Book Online
What is Glutathione?
Glutathione (GSH) is often referred to as the Master Antioxidant. Glutathione supports cellular health and is your first line of defense in fighting free radicals and eliminating toxins from the body. Your supply of Glutathione affects immunity, detoxification, energy, and aging. Our glutathione is a patented absorbable formula. Also available for sale on our recommendations page. Available for sale here.
More About Our Health Services
We utilize ancient techniques to ease the stresses of modern life. Each session is tailored to promote optimum balance. We use only exceptional natural and organic products that nourish your skin. Many of our health services are based in Ayurveda. We often include gemstones, and aromatherapy. Please let us know your preferences.
AYURVEDA
Ayurveda teaches us that our bodies are microcosms of the universe, and what is throughout is also within. The five elements exist with three combinations, also known as the doshas: vata (air/ether), pitta (water/fire) and kapha (earth/water). The preponderance of the doshas within each of us is as unique as our face or thumbprint. This knowledge allows for personalization, to create a unique healing experience. Read more about Ayurveda. Book Online
GEMSTONES AND CRYSTALS
Gemstones are a crystalline form of energy, which have been utilized in many cultures since ancient times. The crystals are used to attune us by influencing our subtle energy, and are thought to enhance good energy, reduce stress and cultivate happiness & peace. Yellow sapphire, emerald, pink pearl, red coral, rose quartz, garnet, topaz, citrine, jade, and turquoise are pacifying for Vata. Blue sapphire, emerald, white coral jade and opal are pacifying for Pitta. Ruby, blue sapphire, amethyst, and rose quartz are pacifying for Kapha. Book Online
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foot Reflexology for?
• Stress Relief
• Deep Relaxation
• As an additional therapy to help with symptoms of brain fog, tension, autoimmune symptoms, or gastrointestinal stress
• It does not replace or interfere with medical treatment
What is a session like?
• Relaxing, on a massage table, under blankets or sheets
• The amount of pressure applied is adjusted to comfort
• Many people fall asleep
What do I wear during Foot Reflexology?
• Socks and shoes are removed
• You can remain clothed otherwise to your comfort. Undergarments should always remain on.
How should I prepare for my session?
• No preparation is necessary. We will wash your feet with a steam towel or foot bath when you arrive.
• We do recommend using the restroom right before your session.
How many sessions will I need?
• Change takes time, and Reflexology is best utilized at regular intervals.
• This most ideal frequency would start at weekly, then progress to biweekly, and then monthly for maintenance.
• Persons with stressful lifestyles may find a benefit to more frequent visits and remain at a biweekly frequency.
• Most clients are able to notice benefits after a few sessions. If you have received four sessions within the past month and do not notice any benefit, you could try a different style of reflexology or a different modality. We are all a little different after all.
How are Reflexology and Massage different?
• The sensations and experiences are very similar
• The goal is very different
• The goal of massage is to affect the local area that is being worked in: a massage therapist works on soft tissue with the goal of improving mobility, and muscle tension.
• The goal of reflexology is to affect corresponding reflexes. There are spots on the feet that represent the intestines for example. A reflexologist works on a local body part such as the feet, hands, face, or feet. A foot reflexology session is spent working solely on the feet, yet aims to affect the entire body on an energetic level, to create harmony. This is similar in theory to how acupressure works.
Will my therapist be able to identify health issues?
• No. Reflexology is not a replacement for medical attention.
• Reflexologists do not treat or diagnose medical conditions.
• Reflexology is an adjunct therapy, which means it is used in combination with other therapies, to help them be more effective.
What is Reiki for?
• Wanting to feel more connected
• A chemotherapy adjunct therapy / cancer adjunct therapy
• To support new habits and patterns
• Relaxation
• It does not replace or interfere with medical treatment
What is a session like?
• Relaxing, on a massage table, under blankets or sheets
• Therapies such as crystal therapy, breathing techniques, and aromatherapy are often included
• Many people fall asleep, or describe a Reiki session as feeling like a meditative state.
What do I wear during Reiki?
• Shoes are removed
• You can remain clothed otherwise to your comfort. Undergarments should always remain on.
How should I prepare for my session?
• No preparation is necessary.
• We do recommend using the restroom right before your session.
Is Reiki Energy Medicine?
• Energy medicine is one of the oldest and profound methods of healing.
• Energy medicine is a universal practice, and varies throughout the world in style and name.
• Reiki is a Japanese type of Energy medicine
How many sessions will I need?
• Change takes time, and Reiki is best utilized at regular intervals.
• This most ideal frequency would start at weekly, then progress to biweekly, and then monthly for maintenance.
• Persons with stressful lifestyles may find a benefit to more frequent visits and remain at a biweekly frequency.
• Most clients are able to notice benefits after a few sessions. If you have received four sessions within the past month and do not notice any benefit, you could try a different modality such as Reflexology. We are all a little different after all.
Will my therapist be able to identify health issues?
• No. Reiki is not a replacement for medical attention.
• Reiki practitioners do not treat or diagnose medical conditions.
• Reiki is an adjunct therapy, which means it is used in combination with other therapies, to help them be more effective.
What is Massage for?
• Muscle aches and pains
• Supporting mobility
• Encouraging circulation
• Nurturing the skin
What is a session like?
• Relaxing, on a massage table, draped under blankets or sheets.
• The amount of pressure applied is adjusted to comfort.
• Sessions can either be focused on areas of discomfort, or can be more general for overall health maintenance.
• It’s important to communicate during your session. Always let us know if anything is too little pressure, too much pressure, too warm, too cool, etc.
What do I wear during massage?
• You can remove clothes to your comfort level, but be mindful that anything left on might get lotion or oil on it.
How should I prepare for my session?
• We recommend not eating a super large meal right before.
• We do recommend using the restroom right before your session.
How many sessions will I need?
• Change takes time, and massage is best utilized at regular intervals.
• This most ideal frequency would start at weekly, then progress to biweekly, and then monthly for maintenance.
• Persons with stressful lifestyles may find a benefit to more frequent visits and remain at a biweekly frequency.
• Most clients are able to notice benefits after a few sessions. If you have received four sessions within the past month and do not notice any benefit, you could try a different style of massage. We are all a little different after all.
Prior to your visit…
*These therapies are designed as adjunct therapies, and should never take the place of, or interfere with the care of a medical professional. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, or cure any medical condition. Like any adjunct therapy, you should always talk to your primary care provider first, and should not use it to replace or interfere with medical attention. Specific health concerns should always be directed to your primary health care provider. We cannot see anyone who has a current blood clot or athletes foot. You must be medically cleared prior to your visit. If you are interested in speaking with a medical provider, please see our nurse practitioner.
The Equitable Care Fund
The equitable care fund is designed to grant people access to integrative therapies, and integrative medicine, that they would otherwise not be able to afford. The equitable care fund is supported by our collaborative, practitioners, local patrons, and donors. It is available to local residents of South Kingstown, and Narragansett, RI. It is also available to tribal members of any Native American Tribe.
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