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Overview
- Mandy's Background
- Mandy has been using, and studying, essential oils for over seven years. She has studied under experts such as, Dr Gary Young N.D., and Dr David Hill D.C. Through using these oils in her practice, Mandy has seen how therapeutic grade oils make a difference with the recovery time of her clients. She also experiences first hand the amazing support these oils give her in her personal life. Mandy only uses true organic, therapeutic grade essential oils. This is critical in order to achieve optimal benefits, without negative side effects. To find out more about these powerful oils Click Here now.
- What To Expect At A Treatment
- All new clients will fill out a Health History Questionnaire at their first visit. The essential oils have an effect on the emotions and the overall chemistry of the body. Sessions will leave the client with a greater sense of self awareness and overall physical well-being. The oils have a detoxifying effect on the body so it is important to drink plenty of water before and after each treatment. The highly therapeutic grade oils may remain in the the clients system up to seven days, continuing to support the systems of the body, and bring balance and harmony to the more subtle energy bodies.
- Treatment Prices
- Prices for essential oil treatments vary due to the nature of the oils. The Wind Woman utiilizes over 130 different therapeutic single oils and oil blends. The prices of the oils vary greatly. Please contact the The Wind Woman to find out what treatment fits your specific needs and budget.
- Insurance Accepted
- Mandy is a preferred provider with several insurance plans, and accepts both L&I (workers compensation) and PIP (automobile accident-related injury) claims.
Please check with your insurance company regarding your health benefits. Most plans require a referral or prescription from your doctor.
Important Note: Insurance companies do not cover the cost of products such as essential oils and natural supplements. There will be additional fees for these items, as they are considered out of pocket expenses. - Payment Options
- All payments, and co-payments are due on the date of service. The Wind Woman accepts Checks and Cash.
Cancelation/Reschedule Policy: Please call with a minimum 24 hour notice for re-scheduling, and/or cancelation of appointments. Client is responsible for a $60 no show fee if there is failure to give a 24 hour notice.
Treatments Available
- Aromatherapy Massage
- The Aromatherapy massage is the ultimate way to receive the oils into the system. Not only do you receive the benefits of a soft tissue massage, but it is enhanced by the therapeutic benefits of the oils. First you will breath in the aroma of the oil, and then the oils applied to the body will penetrate through the layers of the skin, creating a sense of wholeness and relaxation.
When using pure un-adulterated, therapeutic grade oils, the molecules are small enough to penetrate through the many layers of skin entering the internal body. The oils will remain in the body for 5 to 7 days, supporting it's many systems at a cellular level. - Emotional Release
- As we move through life we develop patterns and ways of acting and reacting to situations. Some of these patterns are positive and healthy, while others seem to hinder us and create stress. The cells and tissues of the body are where we store memories and unprocessed emotions. Since our sense of smell is directly connected to the limbic region of our brain, which is known as the seat to our emotions, the aroma of the oils as we breath them in have a direct impact on our emotions and chemistry of our body. This direct connection can effect change within 20 to 30 seconds. Mandy has had great success working with clients, and helping them to find the right oils to help reset unhealthy patterns in their life.
- Lymphatic Treatment
- The lymphatic system is one way the body rids itself of toxins and inflammation. If the body has experienced a trauma which has lead to swelling or edema, a lymph treatment is very helpful in stimulating the lymph nodes to take care of the excess fluids that have accumulated. With this treatment very light pressure is most effective, as the lymphatic system is a superficial system. Due to their anti-inflammatory properties, using certain essential oils will further enhance the treatment. This treatment will also help to reduce bruises of the skin and soft tissue.
- Raindrop Treatment
- The Raindrop Treatment was developed by Dr Gary Young N.D., and is based on his research with the essential oils as antimicrobial agents. The main focus of this treatment is on the back and spine, but it has an overall supportive effect on all of the systems of the body. During the Raindrop treatment, over 10 essential oils are used along the spine. Once the oils have been applied and stimulated through specific massage techniques, moist heat is placed on the back to help the body absorb the therapeutic oils. This is a truly relaxing and therapeutic experience. The Raindrop treatment has been found to release deep seated stress and trauma from the muscle tissue. This treatment is also a supportive boost to the immune system.
- Vita Flex Treatment
- Vita Flex Technique means 'vitality through the reflexes.' It is a specialized form of hand and foot massage that is exceptionally effective in delivering the benefits of the essential oils throughout the body. It is said to have originated in Tibet thousands of years ago, and was perfected in the 1960's by Stanley Buroughs long before acupuncture was popular in Western medicine.
It is based on a complete network of reflex points that stimulate all the internal body systems. Essential oils are applied to contact points, and energy is released through electrical impulses created by contact between the fingertips and reflex points. This electrical charge follows the nerve pathways to a break or clog in the electrical circuit usually caused by toxins, damaged tissue, or loss of oxygen. As with acupressure there are hundreds of Vita Flex reflex points throughout the body, encompassing the entire realm of body, mind that are capable of releasing many kinds of tension, congestion, and imbalances.
In contrast to the steady stimulation of Reflexology, Vita Flex uses a rolling and releasing motion that involves placing the fingers flat on the skin, rolling on to the fingertips, and continuing over onto the fingernail using medium pressure.
When the Vita Flex technique is combined with essential oils rapid and extraordinary results are experienced, as it increases the benefits of both the oils and the technique.
Taken from: Essential Oil Desk Reference, Published by: Essential Science Publishing 3rd Edition
How To Use Oils At Home
- Diffuse
- Why is breathing in the vapors of an essential oil so beneficial? The sense of smell is different than the other senses of the human body. It is the only sense that is instantly directed to the limbic region of the brain. Because of this direct connection, once an aroma is inhaled it can have an effect on the emotions, the memory and the chemistry of the body within seconds.
The most efficient way to disperse the therapeutic benefits of essential oils into the air is by using an automatic cold-air diffuser. In order to maintain the therapeutic integerity of the oils it is critical to use a cold-air diffusing method. Heating the oils will alter, and expand the molecules, therefore decreasing their therapeutic properties. Note: In some cases heating essential oils can create a carcenogenic effect.
A cold-air diffuser will create a fine mist allowing the essential oils to fill an enclosed room very quickly. The vaporized oils will not only eliminate odors, but have been shown in clinical studies to be anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal. These studies can be found documented on the Pub Med web site. Check out studies by Weber State University regarding anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties of essential oils.
Some of the benefits of diffusing essential oils may be:
~Reducing bacteria, virus and fungus that may be present in the air.
~Support the immune system
~Improve concentration and mental clarity
~Decrease stress and help with insomnia
~Help with weight loss
~Increase relaxation, decrease tension and clear the mind
~Relieve headache pain
~Support hormone balance
~Stimulate growth hormone production and receptivity
~Stimulate and release endorphins
~Support a healthy digestive system
Essential oils have been shown to increase the air quality by reducing pollutants in the room, while shifting the energy of the room to promote a harmonic resonance emotionally, physically. mentally and spiritually. Diffusing certain oils have shown to create a positive space for meditation and prayer.
The Wind Woman's favorite cold-air diffuser is from the Young Living Company where she attains her essential oils. It is quiet, compact, and disperses the oils evenly into the room. To find out more about this cold diffuser Click Here now. - House Cleaning
- Essential oils are a perfect way to safely take care of your household cleaning needs. Many cleaning products on the market have many harmful chemicals that are shown to cause or contribute to health problems such as asthma, headaches and migraines, just to name a few. Single oils such as Lemon, Lemongrass, and Lavender, as well as oil blends of, Purication and Thieves are anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-septic. These oils can be added to water at various dilutions to achieve specific cleaning goals, with out harmful fumes or chemical residue left behind.
Young Living also has a concentrated cleaner called Thieves Cleaner. Thieves Cleaner can be diluted and used to clean almost every surface of your home. The Wind Woman even uses it in her washing machine and dish washer. It is safe for the environment, your pets and children. It is wonderful to find a product that takes the place of so many other cleaning products. You will be amazed at the space you will acquire by eliminating all of the products you may currently be using by replacing them with the highly versatile Thieves Cleaner. Here are just a few of the things that the Thieves Cleaner can be used for:
~Degreasing: Things Such as Ovens & Stove Tops
~Bathroom Surfaces, Tubs & Toliets
~Floors: Tile, Vinyl, Wood, Carpets and Rugs
~Walls
~Upholstery, Fabrics, Carpet Spotting
~Glass & Mirrors
~Pots & Pans, Dishes & Glasses
~Hand Cleaner
~Laundry: Spot Removal Plus, Add to Entire Load - Personal Care
- There are so many wonderful ways to use essential oils for personal care. Here are a few of The Wind Woman's favorites:
~Soaking: Add essential oils to sea salt, then add to a nice warm bath, or foot soak.
~Bath & Shower: Add essential oils to an organic shower, or bath gel.
~Lotion: Add essential oils to your favorite organic body lotion and smooth it all over your skin. It smells great and is healthy for you.
~Bug Repellant: Put 10 to 16 drops of Purification or Palo Santo in a 4 oz. brown, glass spritzer bottle, fill with distilled water, shake well, and spray on your body to ward off mosquitoes and other pesty bugs. Keeps fleas, ticks and bugs off pets too!
~Perfume or Cologne: Choose your favorite aroma and add it to distilled water in a colored glass, spritzer bottle, or place in an organic carrier oil and rub on wrists and neck. - Ulitimate First Aid Kit
- Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils make for the perfect First Aid Kit. There are oils for cuts and scratches, burns, bee stings and bug bites. Essential oils are a great way to safely keep the bugs away without using harmful chemicals on you and your pets. The oils used by The Wind Woman are anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, and work very well for antiseptic wound care. There are even oils that will reduce, or eliminate scarring. To find out more about building a first aid kit for your home, contact The Wind Woman.
Therapeutic Grade Oils
- Why Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils?
- In order to receive the full benefit from the essential oils, they must be of the highest therapeutic grade quality. Unfortunately, the majority of the oils in the United States fail to meet the high standards required to be truly therapeutic. There are no regulations at this time monitoring the process of growing, harvesting and distilling these products. It is important to research the growers, distillers and suppliers before using oils for supporting the systems of the body in a healthcare setting.
Mandy has spent many years studying and researching oils to ensure she is using the highest therapeutic grade oils available on the market today. The proof is in the experience. Once you receive a treatment, you will feel the difference. - Oils The Wind Woman Recommends
- Mandy has been using Dr Gary Young's, N.D. Young Living Essential oils in her practice since 2001. Dr Young is known as one of the top experts in the field of therapeutic grade essential oils. He takes great care in using only highly organic seeds and plants, and knows the precise way to grow, harvest and distill each of the oils he produces. It is a highly precise process to create truly therapeutic grade oils. To find out more about these powerful oils Click Here now.
Health Benefits
- Detoxification
- Our bodies produce waste and toxins continuously and we are made to rid our bodies of these naturally. Unfortunately, most of us live in areas of the world that create more toxins then are bodies can handle without support. Everything from toxins in the air due to fuel exhaust and industrial waste, to pesiticides in our food, and petro-chemicals used in personal care products.
There are things we can do to avoid excessive amounts of exposure to toxins such as: purchase organic fruits and vegetables when ever possible, avoid personal care products that are made with propylene glycol, synthetic parabens and chemicals such as sodium laureth sulfate or sodium lauryl ether sulfate. Our skin is the largest organ of the body and it is important to be aware of what is in the products we put on our bodies. The skin will absorb many of these chemicals and they may have a negative effect on our organs, and systems of the body.
Many of the essential oils used by The Wind Woman help support the body to release toxins. The oils are able to do this because they are lipid soluable and able to move through the body tissue and actually cleanse receptor sites. Because they act as detoxifiers it is important to drink plenty of water to help flush the toxins out of the system once they are released from the tissue. - Emotional Support
- The sense of smell is different then the other senses of the body, as we breath in an aroma it passes through the olfactory bulb and connects directly to the amygdala gland in the limbic region of the brain. Because of this direct connection, essential oils can effect changes to the emotions and chemistry of the body as fast as 20 seconds. Depending on which essential oil is inhaled will determine the effect. Some oils are uplifting and help to energize, while other oils induce a calming and relaxed feeling.
The essential oils can be inhaled directly, cold diffused or placed on specific points on the body, depending on the emotional effect desired. The Wind Woman has found oils to help support clients during times of grief, guilt, unresolved anger, and many other emotional concerns.
- Mental Body
- So many individuals feel overwhelmed and mentally exhausted by the fast past lives they live. So many things to do, and so little time to get it all done. If you are amoung the growing number of those feeling stressed by this type of lifestyle, you may find relief from essential oils.
There are some wonderful blends developed by Dr Gary Young, N.D., such as Peace & Calming, Clarity and Brain Power, to name a few. These oils may help support the mental body by increasing mental clarity, decreasing mental fatigue, and promoting an overall feeling of peace and tranquility. If you feel you need more energy to get through the day, there are even oils for that.
The Wind Woman uses these oils in her practice and in her daily life because they really produce results. Plus, there are no harmful side effects with using the thereapeutic grade oils as directed. They are truly a gift from nature and help bring balance to life in a positive way. - Physical Body
- Therapeutic grade essential oils support the physical body in so many ways. See Health Benefits for a more complete list. The oils are always good to have around for acute and chronic injuries, pain and many other health ailments. The oils support all of the systems of the body from head to toe. There are oils for cuts, bruises, bug bites and stings. They can even be used as a non-toxic way to keep bugs away before they have a chance to bite.
A wonderful resource for using the therapeutic grade essential oils is the Essential Oil Desk Reference, 3rd Edition. This is available through Essential Science Publishing. In this 518 page desk reference you will find an extensive list of ways to use the oils to support the physical body. Many individuals, including The Wind Woman, refer to this book as, the essential oil bible, and give this book a 5 star rating.
- Increase Immune System
- When studying the chemistry of essential oils it becomes evident that many of the oils are very high in constituents that make them anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-septic. Unlike synthetic, man made chemicals and antibiotics, the therapeutic essential oils help to support, and build up the immune system. Another beauty of the oils, if they have been naturally distilled and extracted from plants, bacteria and viruses do not become resistant to them. This is due to the plant compounds being so complex, and the fact they are always slightly changing due to the nature of nature.
Those who use the essential oils regularly find they seldom, if ever, catch colds and flu's that are passed around each season. If they do catch something, it seems to be a mild version and lasts a very short time.
Simply applying oils to the bottom of the feet, diffusing into the air, or placing on the body when applicable, are all options for using the oils to support the immune system. - Increase Energy & Balance
- So many individuals seem to lack the energy required to keep up with the never ending To Do List. There are oils for that! There are many blends and single oils that can help the body to find it's place of balance and harmony, and to help increase the energy in a supportive and healthy way.
There is actually an essential oil blend called En-R-Gee. It has been known to increase vitality, circulation, and alertness in the body. Other oil blends that can help increase energy and vitality are: Motivation, Valor, Hope, Clarity, Citrus Fresh, Awaken and Joy. Contact The Wind Woman if you are interested in learning more about how to use these oils.
A wonderful essential oil blend that helps to bring the physical and energetic body into balance is Harmony. Another wonderfully balancing oil blend is Acceptance. These can be used on the chakras, on the bottoms of the feet, or just inhaled to create a sense of balance and wholeness. - Spiritual Connection
- When the aroma of an essential oil is breathed in through the nose it passes by the pineal gland. The pineal gland has been shown to be very active during prayer and meditation. Essential oils that have higher frequencies will have an effect on the pineal gland, and increase it's frequency and vibration as well.
A pure therapeutic grade essential oil of Rose is one of the highest known frequencies of all of the distilled oils. It is appoximately 320 MHz. For a reference, a healthy human being has an overall MHz of 62 to 68. Because of it's high frequency, Rose oil may help elevate the human frequency to a higher spiritual level. Using essential oils of a high frequency can increase our spiritual connection, and enhance meditation and prayer time.
Keep in mind when you find a truly unadulterated, pure Rose oil, it is very expensive, costing between $150 to $200 for one half an ounce, which is about 85 drops of oil. It takes about 1200 rose petals to extract 1 drop of essential oil.
The good news is there are other oils that can help to support and enhance the spiritual connection. Some of the oil blends found to be supportive are: Awaken, Believe, Dream Catcher, Gathering, Gratitude, Humility, Inspiration and Joy. These can all be found by clicking here: Purchase Oils Now.
Education Opportunities
- Informative Gatherings
- These gatherings are a perfect way to be introduced to these powerful essential oils. It is a less formal setting where everyone has a chance to experience the oils and learn exciting ways to use the oils in everyday life. The cost of these gatherings range from $5 to $10 depending on the activities planned. Check my workshop schedule for up coming gatherings. RSVP's are required to ensure there is enough room for all attending.
- Home Study Programs
- COMING SOON! Home Study Programs Please check back soon to learn more about Essential Oil Home Study Programs. You will be able to explore and learn about the healing properties of therapeutic grade essential oils. There will be classes to fit the needs of health care professional, as well as those just wanting to enjoy the benefits of pure therapeutic oils for themselves and family. Join the many individuals who have started enhancing their health with the immune boosting and health support you can only get from truly therapeutic grade oils. Continueing Education Credits Available.
- Workshops
- The Wind Woman offers many exciting and informative workshops. Most are suited for both the healthcare professional, as well someone who would just like to learn how to use the oils for themselves and family members. Please see my workshop schedule for details of upcoming courses. New classes are being developed, so if you don't see what you are looking for, please stop by again.
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