Services & Rates
Qi Gong for Late Summer
Qi Gong combines gentle flowing movements, breathwork, and focused intention to help us to use our life force energy (Qi) more skillfully. Much in our world today triggers over-thinking and worry which leads to stagnation in the body (especially problematic for digestion) and mind. In Classical Chinese Medicine the Late Summer is associated with the Earth Element and the stomach, spleen, and pancreas. Because the Earth has the ability to transform, we may cleanse and clear energy that no longer serves and release it to the Earth for composting and then consciously welcome in the natural qualities of the Earth to feel more grounded, stable, and well-balanced physically and have a greater capacity for empathy and openness of mind. Join us for this OUTDOOR eight week session as we focus on the well being of the Earth Element within us. Classes are 50 minutes long and held outside in the enclosed yard of one of Helena's historic westside homes. We meet at 8 am on Tuesdays from July 22 - September 9. We do have room for drop-ins this session ($15/class); call or write for location. No experience necessary.
Qi Gong + Massage
Do you have a place in your body that's feeling contracted or achy? Or maybe you have a specific concern around low energy, poor digestion, overwhelming stress, etc. There are prescriptive Qi Gong exercises which can improve Qi flow and respond to all of these situations and many more. With Qi Gong + Massage, we'll spend approximately 15 minutes learning a Qi Gong sequence specific to you and follow that up with a 45 minute massage to distribute the Qi generated by the Qi Gong and relax the body. Longer combination sessions also available. Movement, breath, massage .... Aaahhh : )
Tuina Massage
Tuina is the oldest form of Chinese Medical Massage, dating back some 4000 years. Thirteen different Taoist hand techniques are used with a variety of pressures. It works along the same meridians that acupuncture works on, only without needles. Tuina helps to remove stagnation and re-establish the flow of blood and Qi along the meridians, restore functionality to the structure, and harmonize the internal organs. My belief is that this type of massage is one way to facilitate your body's innate healing capacity (Qi Gong is another; together they make up two of the five branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine). Longer sessions are also available: 75 min/$105 and 90 min/$120.
Private Qi Gong Lesson
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese practice blending slow gentle movements, focused intention, and a variety of breathing practices to assist us in using our Energy more skillfully. (Qi refers to life force energy, and Gong is a word that means work or skill or practice.) We begin with activating/warming movements and progress into circulating movements (a kind of moving meditation -- very effective, especially if you have trouble with seated meditation!). I choose the exercises based on your body's individual needs. You can then incorporate them into your daily routine to energize the body, open the heart, and clear the mind. The length of the session is up to you. I find 30 minutes is a good starting place.
Integrative Reflexology
Wendy received her certification in Integrative Reflexology in 2022 from its renowned originator Claire Marie Miller. Integrative Reflexology is a whole hand technique that considers foot structure and the importance it plays in alignment. It works with meridians (the energy pathways that begin and end on the toes and fingers), opens zone pathways for better circulation, and stimulates proprioceptors on the soles of the feet that calm the nervous system by communicating where we are in time and space. A deeply relaxing and grounding treatment in which your hard-working feet are the focus! Hand work can also be included.
Chi Nei Tsang
This Taoist abdominal massage is used to enhance energy flow, detoxify and tonify the internal organs, and release structural tensions. It can be scheduled as a stand-alone 20 minute session, or incorporated into a longer, full-body massage. Very good for those who feel they carry stress and
tension in their abdomen or who have digestive challenges.
Express Massage
Have limited time? In this concise session, we will address your areas of concern and get you back on your way! Techniques will vary according to your specific needs.