Cohutta Healing Arts

Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure®

“Jin Shin Do” means The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.

Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® uses gentle yet deep finger pressure on specific acu-points and verbal Body Focusing techniques, to help release “armoring” or chronic tension, balance the “Qi” or energy, and improve vitality. This clothes-on method helps relieve stress- and trauma- related problems.

An acupressure session may include verbal and non-verbal Guided Meditation techniques to encourage and focus mind-body-spirit healing. Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® is a unique synthesis of:

a traditional Japanese acupressure technique
classic Chinese acupuncture and acupressure theory
Taoist philosophy
Qigong (breathing and exercise techniques)
Reichian segmental theory
and principles of Ericksonian psychotherapy

Acupressure by Patricia Babin. Cohutta Healing Arts. Ellijay GA.

Acupressure is a clothes-on method of therapeutic touch using NO needles.

Additional Information

Jin Shin Do is recognized as a major form of Asian Bodywork Therapy (by NCCAOM® & AOBTA® among others). Originated by psychotherapist Iona Marsaa Teeguarden, JSD promotes a pleasant trancelike state, in which one can relax and move out of the head and into the body, accessing feelings and inner wisdom.

Jin Shin Do® Acupressure is not intended for the diagnosis, treatment or cure of disease. It is a relaxation therapy, and a useful adjunct to licensed, qualified medical or psychological care. For any persistent pain or symptom, even a seemingly minor one, the reader is strongly encouraged to consult a medical doctor.

When used in conjunction with standard medical treatment, the Jin Shin Do Acupressure technique can assist the healing process by releasing tension, decreasing stress and encouraging a sense of increased well-being.