Anasuya’s Classes at the Acupressure Institute

Women’s Health Issues
(Part of the Advanced Acupressure Training)

Upcoming Dates: Thursday and Friday,
June 12 and 13, 2008, 9am–4pm

Fee: $335

To register: Call the Acupressure Institute at (510) 845-1059

Prerequisite:  Three classes at the Acupressure Institute: Basic, Intermediate and  Advanced Acupressure, or by instructor’s permission.

Description: Deepen your understanding of a woman’s cycles from both a Western physiological point of view and a Traditional Chinese Medicine approach. Depending on class interest we will discuss health challenges such as PMS, cramps, mood swings, fertility, ovarian cysts, fibroids, cystitis, hypothyroidism, endometriosis, fibrocystic breasts, eating disorders, food cravings, and cervical dysplasia. Improve your assessment skills using the 8 Principles of TCM. Gain knowledge of key acupressure points, hands-on techniques and nutritional support for addressing the unique needs of women.

Acupressure for Menopause
(Part of the Advanced Acupressure Training)

Upcoming Dates: Tuesday and Wednesday,
September 16, 17, 2008, 9am–4pm

Fee: $335

To register: Call the Acupressure Institute at (510) 845-1059.

Prerequisite: Three classes at the Acupressure Institute: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Acupressure, or by instructor’s permission.

Description: Appreciating menopause from both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western physiological approaches enables you to better support the women around you, as well as to gain the care you need if you are making this transition now. If menopause is in your future, learn how to prepare for a smooth transition. Hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, osteoporosis and alternatives to hormone replacement therapy will be discussed. Sensitize your ability to understand the body’s imbalances by refining your TCM assessment skills.  Learn acupressure points and nutritional support.