HANDS-ON HEALING SERVICES | Stacy Jane Kluck, L.Ac

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture involves the insertion of finely-gauged needles at specific depths and locations within the body to alter energetic vibration and energy flow. Acupuncture is based on the knowledge that energy called qi (pronounced “chee”) flows throughout the body in predictable ways, along pathways called meridians or channels. These channels are connected in an intricate network that covers all parts of the body. When the normal flow of qi is interrupted, the result is pain and/or dysfunction. Acupuncturists alter the flow of qi by manipulating the energetic vibration at specific acupuncture points, via the insertion and manipulation of filiform (solid shaft) needles. The location, number, depth of insertion, and retention time of needles varies from patient to patient and with the type of imbalance being treated. Each treatment is custom-designed to the unique individual exactly as he/she presents at that precise moment. The selection of acupuncture points that will most effectively harmonize the flow of qi within an individual is an art based on interpretation of data collected through both conversation with the individual, as well as through diagnostic techniques such as pulse assessment and abdominal palpation.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, hands-on technique that assesses and restores balance in the flow of the dense fluids and deep fascial membranes of the central nervous system. Using tactile assessment, this therapy discovers areas of restriction, and with the most delicate touch, holds and allows the bound areas to unwind at their own pace. Craniosacral therapy works systemically, and techniques can be applied anywhere on the body, but it is commonly known for its special ability to restore balance in the bones of the skull as well as the sacrum. This work is extremely relaxing and enjoyable to receive. It is subtle, yet profound.

HEALING TOUCH

Healing Touch is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that specifically works with the human biofield. It has its origins in the work of Barbara Brennan, author of Hands of Light. Everything that exists has an energy field that extends beyond the easily observable physical body. The field has differentiated layers that correspond with physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of being. Anything that exists in our physicality will first present in the field. Healing Touch also works to balance the chakras, energy vortexes located at specific locations within the human body. Chakras manage the energy information that we receive and send out into the world. Healing Touch can bring about profound change in physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. It is exceptionally powerful for clearing long-standing blocks, resistant life patterns, and behavioral loops.

DISTANCE ENERGY HEALING

In distance energy healing, I perform a hands-on healing session accessing the same biofield components (ie: aura layers, chakras) as I would in an in-person Healing Touch session. The only difference is that the client's physical body is not on the table. I typically have the client on speaker phone with me as I do the work, though that is not a requirement.

This does not make sense to most people's 'rational' minds. The fact that we cannot make 'sense' of something does not negate its power. In fact, the most profound things, the most true and miraculous elements of life all exist outside the bounds of our analyzer minds, because it is bigger than us. Things that can be understood and explained will never have the capacity to facilitate miracles.

We live in a quantum universe, in which energy is all interconnected. It makes no difference in efficacy if my hands are physically in contact with your body, hovering three inches above, or three thousand miles away.

I have done distance work with people in hospitals who I have never met, undergoing dire circumstances. Their recoveries were remarkable.

Image from Barbara Brennan's Hands of Light

CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE

In Chinese Medicine, natural herbs have been used for thousands of years to alleviate ills and harmonize the body. Each herb has a unique mechanism of action, and interacts in specific ways when combined with other herbs. To this effect, formulas are custom-designed to address each individual patient’s needs. Herbal formulas do not work like pharmaceuticals.

Pharmaceuticals enter in the body like a military operation. They make commands and push the body around, rudely acting like the body doesn't know what it is doing. There is no back-and-forth communication. Pharmaceuticals give orders and commands: stop function here, upregulate here, kill, kill, destroy...with no regard for any harm that may occur during the mission.

Chinese herbal formulas do not go in and take over. They do not try to change or alter nature. They are based on the premise that the body knows exactly what it is doing and is 100% capable. Chinese herbal formulas work by strengthening the body's natural processes. Instead of saying "I'm changing the way you naturally function...or "I'm replacing you in performing this function," they support your natural function so that you can more easily do the heavy lifting.

For this reason, Chinese herbal formulas, when properly matched to a person's pattern, do not have side effects.

It is important to note that Chinese herbal formulas function very differently than the Western approach to herbs. Chinese herbal formulas are just that, formulas...highly sophisticated groups of herbs that work together to create the best and most harmonized alchemy. In the Western model, people often hear about an herb and go buy a bottle of that single substance. This is a strategy that is ill-advised and what often gives herbs a bad name. It is rarely effective, and the chances of taking the properties too far is increased. Chinese herbal medicine is an art that takes years to learn and a lifetime to master.

Herbal formulas are very effective at treating both the root cause of a condition, as well as the symptomatic branches. They can be used for acute or chronic conditions, and are available in a variety of forms.

In my practice, I exclusively use the Classical Pearls line of herbal formulas. These formulas were designed by Heiner Fruehauf, a brilliant practitioner and scholar currently based in Portland, OR. He specializes in difficult-to-treat conditions. His formulas are all based on the classics, with innovative modifications for enhanced efficacy and clinical result. After discovering his work, I refuse to use any other products for myself or my clients. He has done it better than anyone out there.

I love his products so much that I have been known to send frequent emails of adoration to the company. I'm sure they all know me as the crazy lady in Texas who sends too many love letters.