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vendredi 20 juin 2014

How To Become A Rolfing California Practitioner

By Lila Bryant


As with acupuncture, chiropractics, massage and Reiki, a great deal of training is involved when desiring to become a rolfing practitioner. This is especially true when looking to become licensed in rolfing California. The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration is one of the best bets for those wishing to learn this amazing healing art.

Although, while chiropractics focus on skeletal aspects of the body, rolfing focuses on the fascia. The practice is based on a pattern of 10 treatments called a recipe. Many who work with these practitioners to alleviate pain, stress and emotional blockage indicate the benefits are far more reaching as well.

Both programs are self-study based and offer a three phase approach to learning. The training can generally be completed in twelve to eighteen months. In each program, lessons will focus on structural integration including specific training in kinesiology, physiology and anatomy. Unlike traditional courses in these areas, these lessons focus on the ability to differentiate different body tissue through touch, the principles of tissue integration, recognizing the difference between structural and functional patterns and how to conduct a complete ten series session known as a recipe.

Individuals will learn how to conduct movement sessions which are based on rolfing principles. Lessons in how to practice tissue building and restructuring techniques are one of the most important aspects of the learning process and will be offered throughout different study periods. Whether an individual has previous training or otherwise, it is important that all students complete the professional ethics training associated with the practice.

Individuals working with practitioners often find benefits worth the discomfort most feel after a session. For those with extremely sensitive skin, or who have a fear of being touched, the practice may not be the best option. It is up to each person to decide whether rolfing may be beneficial based on individual comfort levels.

Research is mixed on benefits of the practice, many individuals claim the benefits are far more reaching than traditional medicine. As to how the practice works to help heal and transform the body, it is yet to be determined. One theory is that like with other forms of holistic medicine such as acupuncture and chiropractics, the body retains stress in different areas which is released during a session.

The study and timeline to obtain a certificate for those with experience is slightly different and takes less time. The 3 phase program for experienced individuals focuses on structural integration, different levels of touch, tissue manipulation and restructuring, professional ethics, application theory and movement. The cost is about the same for both the basic and advanced programs.

Individuals who have early childhood or other emotional trauma which has been dormant due to therapy or other work, need consider this aspect. While it can be extremely difficult, the practice can help release any negative energy still related to such trauma but it might take a great deal of patience and work to overcome the emotional release of such energy. A number of individuals whom have completed the recipe say the greatest benefit is that the process healed body, mind and Spirit while also promoting a freer and less stressful life in the future.




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