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The Acupressure Therapy Institute offers a Student Clinic open to the public. Sessions are supervised by one of ATI's faculty. Your participation enables us to assist our students in advanced training in a clinical setting. Clinic sessions are individualized treatments based on assessment principles of traditional Chinese medicine. Treatment is given fully clothed either seated in a massage chair or on futon mats on the floor. We do not use oils or liniments.

Acupressure is a gentle pressing type therapy along specific energy channels with an emphasis on Acupressure points for releasing blocks and balancing Qi (see What is Acupressure Shiatsu?). Students write up cases and keep notes on each session. During clinic seminar, the students discuss individual cases with the faculty in a learning setting. All information is kept secure and confidential under HIPAA guidelines.

We offer two different student clinics: Chair Acupressure Seated Sessions and Acupressure Shiatsu Mat Treatments. Sessions are by appointment only. Plan ahead and call early because we tend to book quickly!

Spring/Summer Clinic Special Chair Acupressure Seated Sessions

Mondays, 6:45pm-9:30pm April 7 - June 30, 2008 Tuesdays, 6:45pm-9:30pm July 22 - Oct. 7, 2008

A short 8-9 week session to help you transition through the seasons. Spring and fall is the time for renewal and a good time to do cleanses and harmonizing treatments. Chair Acupressure is a seated session using an adjustable massage chair. Treatment focuses on releasing the neck, shoulders, back and hips. Pressure, percussion and special Acupressure point combinations are used to release tension and to bring balance to the body as a whole. Sessions are 30min and we recommend that you come weekly for a series of treatments for the most benefit. NEW! ATI is currently involved in a pilot off-site Free Student Clinic at Children's Hospital through Family Services. Students may participate in treating parents and family members whose children are in-patients at Children's Hospital. We are currently having a clinic once a week at the Devon Nicole House which is a residential house for parents. This is an invaluable service to support the parents and reduce their stress. It is also an opportunity for students to practice within a hospital setting and do community outreach. We hope that this will continue to become a permanent ATI off-site Free Student Clinic. $25 for 30 minutes or $90 for a series of 4 sessions. ($10 savings!) Make an appointment by phone or email.

Fall/Winter Clinic Acupressure Shiatsu Mat Treatments

Thursdays, 6:45 pm-9:30pm Saturdays, 9:45am-12:30pm Sept. 25 - Dec.18, 2008

Fall and winter are the time for rest and for nourishing the source Qi. This is a great time to receive treatment to strengthen and balance your energies in preparation for the spring. Individualized treatments will include: (1) an assessment based on the traditional Chinese medicine Four Examinations (Asking, Palpation of the pulse, hara and back, Looking, Listening); (2) an Acupressure Shiatsu treatment to harmonize the Qi and address any main complaints; and (3) a review of your case to optimize treatment. You will get greater benefits from signing up for a series of treatments. Bring a friend and make it a well-being event! $45 for 60-minute mat treatments or $160 for 4 sessions. ($20 savings!) Make an appointment by phone or email.