ENVIRONMENTAL & SOCIAL JUSTICE
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HOLISTIC and THERAPEUTIC REFLEXOLOGY
Since 2000, Brigitte Wiss has developed her unique Clinical Reflexology from hundreds of session hours, working with her clients, which include medical doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturists and senior care. Sessions are beneficial for maintaining health and wellness, as well as for treating a variety of conditions including: STRESS, MS, lyme disease, fibromyalgia, plantar fasciitis, diabetes, cancer, anxiety and other issues. Each session addresses: • Whole body basic health history • Basic nutrition counseling • Breathing techniques • Release of negative thinking; addition of positive thinking, • Energy healing, chakras balancing, re-balance the body and aromatherapy if necessary. • Available for Emotional Dowsing sessions with applied Kinesiology and Healing As a clairvoyant, Brigitte is also able to see people’s in/out Etheric fields, adding a useful touch to her great session!
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Client’s body is healing, as seen by the expanded energy field extending upward from the blue line along the leg.
Client’s energy field is the thin blue line, seen here along the edge of the leg against the pink background.
Brigitte Wiss, Certified/Licensed/LLC By Appointments Only: Text or Leave Detailed Message 571-251-4732 Serving Northern VA, DC and MD; Available for In-Home, Nursing Home & Hospice Visits. Office Located in Oakton, VA. www.reflexologyandbeyond.com THINK HEALTH ... THINK PREVENTION – YOUR BODY WILL THANK YOU!
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