Jin Shin Do
The Way of the Compassionate Spirit

Jin shin do uses a combination of shiatsu techniques and classic Chinese acupressure techniques. This combination of Oriental massage methods provides a relaxing massage that helps heal the body by unblocking qi (chi)--the body's life force.

This form of massage was developed in the 1970s by Iona Marsaa Teeguarden, a psychotherapist. She spent years learning acupressure techniques and meridian theory. As she studied she noticed similarities between somatic therapy and Oriental massage techniques. She did research with many bodyworkers and Taoist philosophers for many years.

During her course of study, she developed the idea of 30 points and release patterns. In 1978, she published a book explaining the basic theories and techniques of this type of bodywork.

This therapy takes elements from various therapies including:

jin shin do

Jin Shin Jyutsu
Acupressure
Shiatsu
Qi Gong
Orgone Therapy
Ericksonian Psychotherapy
Taoist Philosophy

This therapy is done while you are fully clothed usually on a massage table. The therapist uses deep yet gentle finger pressure along the meridians to unblock qi. The therapy is combined with breathing techniques, verbal body-mind awareness techniques, focusing, and visualization.

This therapy can be used to treat a many conditions.

chronic pain
neck pain
joint pain
back pain
headaches
fatigue
sleep disorders
digestive disorders
stress
menstrual problems

This therapy is gentle and safe. It can be done on seniors, cancer patients and AIDS patients. The name Jin Sin Do means "Way of the compassionate spirit." The therapist provides you with gentle support throughout the therapy and helps you through all physical and emotional releases.