- What is Jin Shin Do®?
- What happens in a Jin Shin Do® Session?
- Who can receive Jin Shin Do®?
- What are the benefits of Jin Shin Do®?
- Can anyone learn Jin Shin Do®?
- Does it take a lot of time to learn?
- How do I become a Jin Shin Do® Practitioner?
What is Jin Shin Do®?
Jin Shin Do® “The Way of the Compassionate Spirit” uses a firm but gentle finger pressure on specific acu-points together with Bodymind Focusing techniques to help release chronic tension and balance the Qi or energy. Developed by psychotherapist Iona Teeguarden, this bodymind approach is a unique synthesis of traditional Japanese acupressure technique, classic Chinese acupressure theory, Reichian segmental theory, Daoist philosophy and Qigong (breathing and exercise techniques).
Top of Page
What happens in a Jin Shin Do® Session?
- Welcome the client into a safe and comfortable environment
- Assess clients conditions by:
- Asking about client’s objective for the session and relevant medical history
- Taking the energy pulses, palpating acu-points, and asking questions to further identify the energy patterns requiring attention
- Work is performed:
- With client clothed, lying face up on a cushioned massage table
- By using gentle, firm finger pressure on acu-points.
- One hand holds a tension or blockage point
- Other hand holds a release point
- Session finishes:
- With a Neck Release along with the Central channel in the midline for centering
- Some form of foot massage for grounding
- Clients usually feel more relaxed and perhaps even energized after a session
Jin Shin Do® uses a firm but gentle finger pressure which can be use on:
- Children
- Adults
- Seniors
- Hospital patients of all ages and including Cancer or AIDs patients
What are the benefits of Jin Shin Do®?
Raises the recipient’s awareness of Qi blocking tension and chronic holding patterns, both emotional and physical
- Promotes flow of Qi or life force in the body
- Relaxation/ release of muscle tension
- Has been used to relieve common conditions:
- Neck, shoulder and back tension/pain
- Joint problems, arthritis
- Fatigue
- Headaches, migraines
- Digestive difficulties
- Chest and respiratory difficulties, sinus
- Insomnia
Can anyone learn Jin Shin Do®?
Yes. Just learning a few key points will help to release stubborn tensions for yourself, family members or clients. The Jin Shin Do® numbering system and color-coded chart make it simple to learn the points and use them in combination. Classes are taught as complete units, which means you can get started using Jin Shin Do® right away.
Does it take a lot of time to learn?
There are introductory classes which can start you on self-acupressure, neck and shoulder release and Jin Shin Do® Acupressure Facials in less than 10 hours per class. For my current offerings, see Classes.
Visit the Jin Shin Do® Foundation for complete descriptions of classes and requirements
for Practitioners and Teachers
How do I become a Jin Shin Do® Practitioner?
To be a Jin Shin Do® Practitioner you are required to complete the following Jin Shin Do® Foundation requirements:
- Module I - 4 classes
- Module II - 3 classes
- Module III - 125 experential hours
- Ten privates sessions (5 with authorized teacher, 5 may be with a registered Jin Shin Do® acupressurit)
- Pass a Practical exam where you give JSD acupressure session to an authorized Jin Shin Do® teacher
- Compliance with applicable local licensing requirements, if any
As a Senior Jin Shin Do instructor, I offer this training. For my current offerings, see Classes.
for Practitioners and Teachers