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Schedule of Events for Northeast Ohio
May 23, 2013
"Stressed? Tired? Burned Out? Using Holistic Health to Treat and Prevent"
presented by
Tamara Macdonald,
Ann Driscoll,
& Mary Ellen Derwis-Balaz from 6 - 8 pm
[registration at 5:30 pm]
Cleveland Clinic Independence Family Health Center, 5001 Rockside Road, Crown Center II, Independence, Ohio 44131
To register, contact Jane Eckert, (330) 835-9250 or JLehreckert@aol.com
Program Topics in the Works:
July 5, 2013 is the 5th Anniversary of the NE Ohio AHMA! Stay tuned for a special anniversary event!
September 9, 2013 - Raising a Holistically Minded Child
Rock-A-Bye Baby: Holistic Interventions for Sleep (Date TBA)
For other events, refer to the
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Calendar Events are included from AHMA members only as space allows. To submit a calendar item on the NEO AHMA newsletter, please request a submission by emailing
NEO.editor@holisticmedicine.org
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Our Newsletter is electronically distributed seasonally (quarterly). Deadlines for items to the Newsletter Chair are as follows:
Summer edition:
June 15, 2013
Fall edition:
August 15, 2013
Late Fall edition:
October 15, 2013
We would like to enhance our articles, member highlights and calendar of events from our members. To submit:
Articles
Submissions are welcomed for consideration. They must pertain to holistic care and not exceed 150 words.
Member Spotlight
If you or someone you know should be featured in an issue of the newsletter, please let us know. We'd like a jpg head shot and an introduction not to exceed 100 words.
Calendar Item
We are able to include events from AHMA members as space allows. To submit an event on the calendar, please send the title, date, time, and location for the event with no more than a 50-word description by the deadline of the appropriate edition. Submit requests to NEO.editor@
holisticmedicine.org
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AHMA's Website and Forum
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Check out the AHMA website www.holisticmedicine.org
Members can post questions about clinical issues, share their recent publications/presentations & announce activities of interest.
To get to Open Forums, log in.
On your profile page, look in left hand column for
Discussion Forums.
Click on that and you'll see the section for NE Ohio.
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Did you know?
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NE Ohio AHMA Board Meetings are open
to members
Please contact
if you are interested in attending.
The next Board meetings are from 6:30 - 8:00 pm on Mondays, June 10, and July 8 at the Cleveland Center for Conscious Living, 6611 Rockside Rd., Suite 215, Independence, OH 44131
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Stressed? Tired? Burned Out?
Using Holistic Health to treat and Prevent Stress
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Join us for an evening dedicated to adrenal health! Thursday May 23, 2013 Three integrative practitioners will discuss the often neglected adrenal glands and how they affect your energy and wellbeing.  Dr. Tamara MacDonald, Naturopathic Physician, will describe the "nuts and bolts" of how the adrenals work. This will include how to assess adrenal functioning and the basics of healthy adrenal support for better energy during the day and restful sleep at night. 
Ann Driscoll, Licensed Acupuncturist, will discuss the role of acupuncture, a modality of Oriental Medicine, in the treatment of "adrenal fatigue". She will also highlight how Oriental medicine assesses the pattern of dysfunctional symptoms and will suggest both treatment options and lifestyle changes. Mary Ellen Derwis-Balaz, massotherapist  and Chi Kung practitioner will speak about the practice of incorporating movement, breath and meditation, as found in Chi Kung, to support increased awareness, circulation and relaxation. This practice aligns easily with the other integrative approaches to adrenal health and in addition, empowers the patient through a personal investment in their holistic wellness plan. 
Special Treat! Jody Soland will open the evening with song! Jodie is a singer, songwriter, recording artist and workshop leader. She is also a member of the Nashville Songwriters Association International - Light meal available
- Registration 5:30 pm
- Jodie Soland 6:00 pm
- Program: 6:00-8:00 pm
Located at Cleveland Clinic Independence Family Health Center, 5001 Rockside Road, Crown Center II, Independence, Ohio 44131 AHMA Members $10, Non-members $15 **Please park in the upper level of the parking deck. Lower deck is for CCF staff and physicians. For questions on program or to register: Contact Jane Eckert, jLehreckert@aol.com, (330) 835-9250 |
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Introducing New Board Member
Mary Ellen Derwis-Balaz, LMT, CHT
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We would like to introduce our newest Board member, Mary Ellen Derwis-Balaz. At her first Board meeting, she jumped in to coordinate our networking initiatives in NE Ohio. And with her enthusiasm and energy, we are sure to have some wonderful events to come.
Mary Ellen is a Universal Healing Tao Full Instructor and Chi Nei Tsang Teacher CNTT. She has training in Cranial Sacral, Therapeutic Touch, Reiki, Neuromuscular Massage, Myofascial Release, SomatoEmotional Release, Hypnotherapy, Regression Therapy, SRT, Traditional Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Chi Nei Tsang, deep tissue massage and Thai massage on the table.
Mary Ellen has worn many hats! In the past 20 years, she has worked at world class spas such as Kahala Mandarin Oriental, sports facilities such as the Honolulu Club, several chiropractic offices around the country, and now is in private practice at be in the Tao Chi Center."When someone comes to me, I approach their needs within the 5 element model of Taoism (fire, water, earth, wood, fire). This approach allows room for true personal growth and healing at one's own pace. Weekly classes provide support. Workshops provide learning opportunities for therapists to look at healing modalities with a different perspective and ultimately integrate them into their private practice."
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Integrating the Spirits of Nature into Holistic Health
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The NE Ohio AHMA event on Thursday, April 25, was a magical evening.
Jackie Lowe-Stevenson spoke to the gathering as she beat a drum in a soothing and hypnotic rhythm. She described her work with individuals and organizations and how her team of horses and one zebra help to model, facilitate and support the very best of what it is to be human in connection with others and the world at large.
Neal Szpatura, shaman, reminded us how basic the spirits of nature are to our health and wholeness. He emphasized how we can readily access Spirit as we seek guidance and solutions to our problems and reminded us how nature is often healing in our daily endeavors.
Both speakers highlighted the sacredness of being present, allowing the stillness and welcoming the many gifts nature offers.
We also had much praise for Kirk Hitchens, health coach and chef, Andrew Newman for the delicious and satisfying dinner
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Highlighting a Member of AHMA: Carol Baglia, RRT, BBE
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After achieving relief from her asthma by using Buteyko, Carol became passionate about letting others know that there is a safe, simple, natural, inexpensive and effective means to eliminate their breathing difficulties.
She attended an extensive training in 2003 given by Jennifer Stark, author of The Carbon Dioxide Syndrome book and was subsequently certified by the Buteyko Institute of Breathing and Health. Carol also pursued and obtained licensure, certification, and registration as a traditional respiratory therapist (RRT).
She established her company, Correct Breathing Concepts, over 10 years ago and holds breathing retraining classes across the country. Buteyko works by restoring normal breathing patterns with behavior changes so the body's own regulating mechanisms avoids symptoms or attacks. This innovative and unique program has been validated by government agencies in the USA, Australia, Russia and England.To further her knowledge, Carol attended advanced training programs with senior educators Masha Anthonissen-Kotousova (Netherlands, 2006) and with Patrick McKeown (Ireland, 2009).
A member of the Buteyko Breathing Educators Association, Carol is now registered as a Buteyko Breathing Educator Trainer qualified to train new educators. She also serves on the board of directors of this nonprofit professional organization which requires continuing education.
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Member Announcement
The Ohio Center for Quantum Biofeedback now open!
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Experience the 2nd generation Quantum Biofeedback Technology with the new Quantum iLifeTM System.
For an appointment, call (440) 526-1980 Monday through Saturday.
Ohio Center for Quantum Biofeedback
8180 Brecksville Rd
Brecksville, OH 44141
(440) 526-1980
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Member Announcement: The Living Matrix - Film Viewing
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Join a group of like-minded individuals for viewing the film "The Living Matrix," a documentary that features the most expansive minds in holistic medicine sharing ideas about the intricate factors that contribute to our health and wellbeing.
Viewing is free and is on the second Wednesday of every month. Join the group at 6 pm for light refreshments and watch the movie starting at 6:59 pm.
Dates: 6/12, 7/10, 8/14, 9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11
R&R Time Wellness & Education Center
8180 Brecksville Road, Suite 204 Brecksville, Ohio 44141
RSVP Required for Seating Call (216) 798-8748 or info@rr-time.com
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Welcome to New and Renewing AHMA Members We welcome the following new members to AHMA NEO Chapter! Learn about them by checking the link. Lisa M. Cooper, LMT, EEM-CLP Dannielle Paige MacDuff William Schneider, DC, FIAMA, Dipl. Ac Janel Volk Hubbard From February through April 2013 we thank the following for continuing to nurture our mission and vision for the future of healthcare by renewing their membership: Robert W. Alcorn, MD Carol Baglia, RRT, RBBE Deborah Bookin Doris Cohen, PhD Mary Ellen Derwis-Balaz, LMT, CHT, CNTT Donna M. Ferris Eileen Fertal Lenore Fritz, BS, RCST Michelle Martin, EdS Jerome M. Masek, CH, CSMC Doug Moore, PhD, EEM-AP, DCEP Todd Pesek, MD Rosanne Radziewicz, RN, MSN Henry Roth, JD Harry Simmons, MD, PhD Sarah Weiss, MA, LMT Ann Winters, OSU, MA |
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