One Hour Guided Imagery Session in Marin County, or home

Item Number: 132
Time Left: CLOSED
Value: $60
Online Close: Feb 15, 2014 4:00 PM EST
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Description
The Imagination is a vast inner world of creativity, healing, and unlimited potential. It may be our most powerful resource for change and transformation. I have had a private practice in Integrative Imagery since 1990, in which I use many holistic complementary therapies. As a board-certified holistic nurse, I see each client as a whole human being on his own healing path. I serve as a guide and facilitator for each individual to access his own inner wisdom, resources and healing capacity. I see clients in Marin County and occasionally do home visits. Sessions are typically 1-1.5 hours and the course of sessions may be short term or long term, depending on the client’s needs. Each session begins with the client identifying the issue to be focused on and the guide setting up the structure for the specific imagery technique to be used. The imagery process itself is 20-30 minutes, and is initiated with a focusing-in period such as progressive relaxation or focused breathing. This allows the client to shift from a normal conscious state of mind into the realm of the imagination. Each imagery experience is like a unique, unfolding story. Some insight, information or change is always gleaned from the process. At the appropriate time, I guide the client back to an “awake” state where (s)he reviews the experience and what was learned to ground that into daily life. I serve to hold the sacred space and facilitate the session. All the while, the client remains actively engaged and in charge of the process. This is where the power of the process resides. http://www.susanezra.com/index.html
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Bio: I have been actively engaged in incorporating imagery into my life and practice since 1989 when I started my formal imagery training with the Academy for Guided Imagery. This work felt like hand-in-glove and I found I had a natural affinity for this healing art. I was on the faculty for 6 years until I was guided to begin my own training program. Terry Reed and I co-founded and direct Beyond Ordinary Nursing and developed the Certificate Program in Integrative Imagery, a certification program for healthcare professionals. From 1996 to 2009, we have trained over 378 healthcare practitioners in the clinical applications of therapeutic guided imagery. We co-authored Guided Imagery and Beyond; Stories of Healing and Transformation, an anthology of stories from our students and clients illustrating the transformative power of this medium. For 5 years, we provided guided imagery to patients, staff and community at a major SF bay area hospital. http://www.susanezra.com/index.html