Author: Judy Tills, CHTP
In the midst of overwhelming circumstances in cancer treatment, Healing Touch is an oasis of peace and calm. It provides a nurturing atmosphere, where it may be the one place where you can let go, not have to do anything, not have to pretend that you are okay, not have to reassure family and friends, and not have to make any decisions.
The treatments work with all aspects of cancer treatment, such as the physical side effects from radiation, chemotherapy, and anesthesia. They also help with the emotional issues of loss, grief, hopelessness, depression, and anxiety.
Healing Touch does not cure—but helps you heal—or become whole. This means that it works to balance all of you—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
A more subtle benefit is that Healing Touch helps you to listen to your body.
I have a client who I have been seeing through a double mastectomy and chemotherapy. I have treated her for all of the side effects of cancer care—pain, hair loss, nausea, low energy, and neuropathy. Over one year later, she is completely restored and thriving—healthy, vibrant, living her life. And, even though her doctors say that there is no evidence of cancer, she continues to do Healing Touch every couple weeks so that she “can truly listen to my body. So I will know if I am healthy and balanced.”
What Is Healing Touch?
Healing Touch is a relaxing, nurturing energy therapy. Gentle touch assists in balancing your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. Healing Touch works with your energy field to support your natural ability to heal. It is safe for all ages and works in harmony with standard medical care.
How Can Healing Touch Benefit You in Cancer Care?
- Calming anxiety, depression
- Decreasing pain
- Strengthening the immune system
- Enhancing recovery from surgery
- Deepening spiritual connection
- Creating a sense of well being
What Does a Healing Touch Session Look Like?
In the first part of the session, we will sit and chat for about 45 minutes so I can get a complete picture of you–body, mind and spirit.
The next 30 to 45 minutes you will lie, fully clothed, on a soft and cozy massage table. There will be gentle music playing and the lights will be dimmed, creating a very peaceful atmosphere. I will then complete an assessment of your energy field and, together, we will set the intention for your healing that day. Light, slow touch on various parts of the body –or no touch at all–clears and balances as needed. All work can be done without touching, if you prefer.
Some people fall asleep, some have images, and some feel their stomach gurgle. Every person has his or her own experience and it’s all okay. The only consistent comment is that they don’t want to leave!
You will more than likely leave a Healing Touch session peaceful, balanced and restored, with a renewed sense of joy, happiness, and hope. And better able to move through this major life transition of cancer.
