David Feinstein is a clinical psychologist and award-winning author. Together with Donna Eden, they have established one of the world’s largest energy medicine organizations – Energy of Love workshops offer powerful therapeutic approaches that address relationship problems at their ENERGETIC core.
As the developer of innovative therapeutic techniques that have garnered him nine national awards – including U.S. Book News’ Best Psychology/Mental Health book of 2007 – Dr. Shaffer has made history.
What is Energy Medicine?
Energy healing modalities utilize techniques that tap into the body’s life force energies. Although these energies cannot be detected with traditional scientific instruments, they have an impactful presence that has an influence similar to gravity. Many energy healers believe these subtle energies provide infrastructure for electromagnetic and physiological systems within our bodies – they could even predict cancer with up to 87% accuracy using voltage irregularities in the cervix energy field as an early warning sign; studies have proven this fact and it now forms an essential tenet of many energy healing modalities.
Energy psychology protocols may stimulate these energies at similar points as acupressure (such as EFT and TFT), but also add unique psychological components into the stimulation process.
How do I bridge my energies with my partner’s?
David Feinstein, PhD, directs The Energy Medicine Institute and has earned nine national awards for his books on consciousness and healing. He serves on the faculties of The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Antioch College; is the best-selling author of Energy Medicine: Tapping: Self-Healing with Transformative Power of Energy Psychology and Energies of Love – teaching to standing-room-only audiences around the globe with Donna Eden teaching as his partner; Financial Disclosure: Dr. Feinstein receives royalties from his book contracts;
What are the benefits of Energy Medicine?
Energy healing (also called energy therapy) can provide many health benefits, from relieving pain to improving sleep quality and mood enhancement. This approach to wellness entails encouraging life force vitality while treating energetic imbalances to restore equilibrium within the body’s systems. Reiki, Healing Touch, Acupuncture and Music Therapy all work to stimulate our invisible biofield that surrounds each of us.
A 2016 systematic review of energy healing approaches revealed that these therapies could benefit many types of pain and symptoms, including headaches, depression and fatigue. Furthermore, studies indicate these practices could also help decrease stress levels as well as autonomic nervous system responses like blood pressure and heart rate.
Energy healing therapies tend to be safe; however, before adding energy healing therapies into your treatment plan for serious or life-threatening medical conditions. Most commonly these techniques can be combined with traditional approaches like physical therapy or medication to effectively address symptoms and treat conditions.
Balanced energy flows help promote immune health and are key components of energy medicine. Qigong and Tai Chi, which combine movement with meditation practices, are integral parts of energy medicine as they can increase vital energy flow to boost energy levels and support immunity more easily. As part of these forms of therapy they also reduce stress responses that cause inflammation to build up within our systems that contributes to illness; making these tools essential in the fight against chronic stress and anxiety as well as being beneficial in warding off illnesses caused by elevated cortisol levels.
Spooky2 is an advanced Rife machine, transmitting healing frequencies using quantum entanglement. Additionally, multiple methods for applying frequencies – contact mode with silver gloves, bands or hand cylinders are offered – and an impressive frequency database comprised of DNA, Main and Molecular Weight Presets can be accessed.
Royal Rife frequencies can be applied directly without needing a carrier, which allows for innovative detox protocols like Morgellons Protocol.
Spooky2 Remote
Frequency-based healing, commonly referred to as Rife therapy or bioresonance, utilizes specific frequencies to influence biological processes and restore equilibrium in the body. This holistic form of treatment offers an alternative to drugs and surgery by encouraging natural healing processes while improving overall health. Spooky2 Remote is a cutting-edge frequency therapy system which uses both direct and remote methods of transmitting frequencies directly into the body using quantum principles such as entanglement and imprinting to deliver noninvasive yet effective treatments without risk.
Spooky2 takes Rife generator technology a step further by offering advanced plasma and contact modes as well as other features. It can run multiple frequencies simultaneously, load programs from a computer and has an easy user interface for customizing frequency sessions. Furthermore, its unique parallel processing feature enables you to use one generator for treatment while running detox programs on another – all within its single compact case!
Spooky2 features not only contact and plasma modes but also Remote Mode – an advanced revolutionary technology that transmits audio frequency energy directly into DNA through scalar waves. Scalar waves can only be measured using sophisticated equipment; but their effect can act like signal boosters to increase audio frequency energy as well as DNA energy instantly across nonlocal space and back to its parent DNA – you.
When using the Spooky2 Remote to analyze DNA samples, follow best practices to ensure its successful and safe use. For instance, colored paper stickers can interfere with resonance and impact the effectiveness of sample placement.
Spooky2 Plasma
Spooky2 Plasma is an electronic device that employs electromagnetic fields produced by an alternating current to destroy parasitic microorganisms, including Lyme disease, cancer and Morgellons. As one of the premier Rife machines available today, it can also help balance body energy and detoxification processes.
An Ionizer device consists of a transparent borosilicate glass tube filled with non-toxic inert gas and powered by an electric discharge, producing an electric current to cause ionization of part of this gas into plasma (a fifth matter state) creating an electromagnetic field which can reach into human body cells to destroy parasitic organisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi.
The generator produces an electromagnetic wave which can be directed toward specific areas of the body or all over its surface. Furthermore, its waves penetrate deeply into your system, killing parasitic pathogens which cannot be killed any other way as well as eliminating harmful chemicals and toxins that have built up over time.
This kit’s Phanotron tube was the same device that Royal Rife used during his 100% successful cancer clinical trials. It has been updated for improved durability and plasma stability, including adding a straight tube for targeted healing purposes. Furthermore, its plasma tube is enclosed within fully ventilated protective polycarbonate tubing for increased safety, equipped with high voltage plugs for added security as well as extra thick silicon insulation cable insulation to further ensure maximum security.
Spooky2 GeneratorX
This Rife generator is the most advanced model available and allows for the Spooky2 software to run up to 30 programs without a computer connection required. Furthermore, its parallel processing feature enables one generator to kill germs or viruses while the other detoxifies. It comes complete with one generator with remote, PEMF coil, two bags of TENS pads, carbonized rubber hand cylinders and cold laser twin. Also included is Spooky2 Pulse biofeedback hardware used to treat various serious diseases including cancer, Lyme disease and Morgellons.
Neurofeedback devices monitor brainwaves and provide feedback for self-regulation, helping users address reported symptoms while improving health, wellness, or performance.
Neurofeedback techniques have proven successful at treating anxiety. Rather than medication, neurofeedback therapies help strengthen healthy brain patterns to relieve tension. Furthermore, they may be employed as an aid in relieving symptoms associated with posttraumatic stress disorder such as hyperarousal and nightmares by retraining the mind.
EEG
Electrodes placed on a person’s head record electrical impulses generated by neurons in their brains – known as brain waves – which fluctuate every millisecond. We use EEG to monitor and record these brain signals for various reasons.
EEGs are most frequently used to detect seizure activity among those diagnosed with epilepsy, with seizure activity appearing as rapid spikes on an EEG. EEG can also help doctors locate lesions caused by stroke or tumor; additionally it may be used to monitor conditions that impact brain function such as Alzheimer disease, some psychoses, and sleep disorders like narcolepsy.
An EEG involves having between 16-25 electrodes attached to your scalp using paste or cap, with the technician placing them for you to wear during an in-lab test. You should remain still throughout, with possible requests from the technician to look at bright flashing lights or take deep breaths. Caffeine consumption before testing could negatively influence its results and all electrodes and glue will be removed once complete.
fNIRS
Contrasting EEG which measures electric activity of the brain, fNIRS measures hemodynamic responses based on absorption of photons by oxygenated and deoxyhemoglobin molecules. Commercial fNIRS systems utilize separate illumination (source) and detection channels separated by 1.5-3 cm to enable regression of scalp blood flow signals from measured brain signals while providing high temporal resolution that enables functional localization during cognitive tests and seizure detection.
fNIRS can also serve as an effective biomarker in migraine and other neurological disorders, for instance detecting cortical spreading depression (CSD), which characterizes migraine aura. CSD involves an initial period of increased sodium and calcium influx into neurons and glias followed by long-lasting depression of neuronal activity and regional cerebral blood flow reduction, followed by long-lasting neuronal depression lasting several minutes longer than initially noted. With this information at hand, patients can practice self-control techniques in order to avoid migraine attacks altogether.
fNIRS can also be used to assess metabolic function, such as cytochrome C Oxidase (CCO). CCO is an essential enzyme in mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation – energy production from mitochondria – but its autoregulation may be impaired in cases such as ischemia or neurodegeneration.
FNIRS’ potential as a biomarker is further demonstrated through research on mild cognitive impairment (MCI). MCI is defined as any decline in cognitive functions that falls between normal aging and more serious dementia symptoms associated with Alzheimer disease, yet falls outside its clinical definition. FNIRS has been found useful in distinguishing MCI from AD through evaluation of blood oxygenation saturation changes and cerebrovascular autoregulatory function changes.
However, limitations still exist to the efficacy of fNIRS in clinical settings. Oligochannel fNIRS lacks the spatial resolution required for language mapping and seizure onset detection; and its temporal resolution (typical sampling rates of only several hertz compared with EEG’s typical rate of up to 512 hertz or more). Increased channel density or co-registration between anatomical MRI scans and fNIRS sensors might help mitigate some of its weaknesses.
Sensors
Sensors are tools designed to detect and respond to any physical environment input. Also referred to as transducers, sensors convert energy into electrical signals for measurement purposes and are found everywhere from touch-sensitive elevator buttons and lamps that dim or brighten when touched to applications that most people are unaware of.
Sensor technologies range from photoelectric, thermal and electromagnetic technologies. Neurofeedback uses sensors to monitor brainwaves, heart rate variability and EOG data for people using neurofeedback sessions; then providing audio/visual feedback so they can learn to improve their performance quickly and in real-time.
Neurofeedback (NFB) is an FDA-approved therapeutic intervention using biofeedback equipment such as brain-computer interfaces to teach individuals how to modify specific brainwave patterns and self-regulate their central nervous system functions, thus improving quality of life for many individuals with chronic conditions. Neurofeedback has proven its efficacy.
As 2026 approaches, the home neurofeedback market has matured significantly. Now you can choose from various EEG, fNIRS, dual-sensor, and triple-sensor wearable devices to start brain training right at home.
Dependent upon your goals, a device with personalized programming and a Neuro Coach to guide your journey may be ideal. Though more costly than budget models, this option offers maximum return for investment.
Some neurofeedback devices come equipped with extra features, like sleep tracking or heart rate monitoring, that may prove helpful for those dealing with specific health concerns. Others are intended to enhance performance during specific activities like performing in an event or playing sport.
Studies have revealed the power of neurofeedback therapy as an effective means of treating anxiety disorders. Neurofeedback works by strengthening brain networks involved with stress processing, thus decreasing hyperarousal and nightmare symptoms. Furthermore, neurofeedback therapy may also be used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder by decreasing hyperarousal while strengthening coping abilities – currently there are only a few FDA-cleared neurofeedback therapies that are approved to treat PTSD.
Optimal Training
Neurofeedback software uses various strategies to provide feedback to its user, such as displaying brainwave activity or showing an oxygenation graph for specific regions of the brain. It may also offer audio tracks with brief pauses designed to encourage changing instantaneous states. In addition, an EEG headset or fNIRS headband may be used by this software in order to record brainwave patterns and report them back.
Neurofeedback training is generally safe and poses few risks. Although temporary discomfort may arise (as with any health-related procedure), it’s usually minimal. Adhesive sensors may cause slight skin irritation; their removal can be unsettlingly cumbersome. Some individuals also report headaches or drowsiness following training sessions.
Selecting the ideal neurofeedback device depends on both your goals and budget, with options ranging from $130 for at-home systems like NeurOptimal to over $10,000. While devices offer various features, review any published research or clinical applications to select an adjustable program over fixed one. More expensive devices generally feature customizable interfaces while more economical devices provide pre-programmed training protocols.
Studies demonstrating the efficacy of neurofeedback have yielded promising results for conditions including autism, ADHD, migraines, fibromyalgia, tinnitus and Parkinson’s disease. Other studies are in progress, including those using functional magnetic resonance imaging to track changes to brain structure during and post neurofeedback treatments. Initial results appear promising; however, more study needs to be conducted in order to fully comprehend how neurofeedback alters both function and structure of the brain. Clinicians increasingly see neurofeedback as an effective tool to assist their patients with disregulation. Neurofeedback is a type of biofeedback, meaning the brain learns to control its own functions with practice. We anticipate that improvements made through neurofeedback will last over time. Just like any form of therapy or exercise regimen, training regularly for neurofeedback will reap lasting rewards.
Holistic nurses take an integrative approach when treating patients, looking at contributing factors beyond immediate medical needs such as lifestyle factors, stress levels and spiritual practices.
Nurses who choose holistic nursing often go beyond traditional training to acquire certification in alternative healing modalities. Some RNs even build independent practices offering wellness consultations, aromatherapy sessions and health coaching via telehealth.
Education and Training
Holistic nurse practitioners offer a broad scope of practice that encompasses not only physical wellbeing but also emotional and spiritual wellbeing for their patients. Holistic nurses are typically trained in complementary healing modalities like aromatherapy and massage in addition to traditional nursing skills; additionally they should incorporate exercise, meditation and stress management techniques into their lifestyle for maximum benefit for patients.
Additionally, becoming a holistic nurse requires continuing education courses that address integrating holistic practices into nursing care, such as those offered at Drexel University’s Master of Science in Complementary and Integrative Healthcare program. Such graduate programs equip nurses with advanced nursing knowledge and clinical skills they need to incorporate holistic practices into their work, embody therapeutic presence, and implement person-centric care services.
There are also accredited continuing education programs that teach holistic practices, such as UConn’s Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing’s online Certificate Program in Holistic Nursing endorsed by AHNA for nurses with existing RN licenses looking to fulfill educational requirements for certification with AHNCC certification in holistic nursing.
Graduating holistic nurses are eligible to apply for advanced practice nursing certification in holistic nursing and nurse coaching, which requires either a master’s or post-master’s degree with an emphasis on holistic practice as well as an active RN license. Candidates must complete the AHNCC application and examination process, which involves intense reflective self-study, clinical consultations with an approved mentor and completion of a portfolio.
After successfully passing their certification exams, nurses earn the AHNCC designation of Advanced Holistic Nurse Board Certified (AHN-BC), which can then be added to their APRN license through Professional Testing Corporation. The five year validity of an AHN-BC credential gives prospective holistic nurses ample time to gain certification through online learning sessions offered quarterly by AHNA and become holistic nurses themselves.
Licensing and Certification
According to the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA), holistic nursing approaches the patient holistically. This nursing philosophy differs from traditional medicine in that holistic nursing considers physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing of its patients when treating diseases such as diabetes; instead of simply managing symptoms directly but also dealing with any emotional, mental or social factors contributing to it.
Registered nurses looking to break into holistic nursing can pursue either a two-year associate degree in nursing (ADN) or bachelor of science in nursing (BSN). Both routes lead to licensure as an RN; however, BSN provides more opportunities for advancement. Nurses interested in becoming certified holistic nurses (CHNs) must pass an exam administered by American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporationopen_in_new in order to receive certification that demonstrates their specialized knowledge and expertise within this field.
To prepare for the Certified Healthcare Network exam, RNs must complete their degree program and gain clinical experience. It’s ideal to work in acute care settings like hospitals and urgent care clinics so as to familiarize themselves with emergency care as well as pre- and postoperative treatment plans.
Registered Nurses interested in becoming holistic nurses should pursue employment, internship or volunteer opportunities that provide access to complementary health and wellness therapies. In addition, it’s crucial they gain a solid understanding of healthcare fundamentals such as anatomy, physiology and epidemiology.
Nurses looking to become holistic nurses can enroll in advanced practice nursing programs designed specifically for holistic nursing certification. Such courses typically cover pathophysiology and health assessment in addition to holistic nursing philosophy and complementary healing modalities.
The American Holistic Nursing Association is dedicated to education about holistic healing for both nurses and the public alike. Through publishing its Journal of Holistic Nursing and providing continuing education courses, as well as offering certification for nurse coaching and the advancement of holistic nursing through certification; these certifications enable nurses to market themselves as experts in holistic healthcare. In order to qualify for either of these certifications, a nurse must possess both an active RN license as well as completed at least 48 hours of education on that specific specialty within holistic nursing.
Work Environment
Holistic nurses work in many environments, including hospitals, academic settings, community health centers or integrative practices. They may also consult with clients in their own homes on holistic approaches like diet, exercise and herbal remedies to manage chronic conditions.
No matter their setting, holistic nurse practitioners tend to follow Florence Nightingale’s philosophy of modern nursing: this emphasises physical, emotional/psychological, and spiritual wellbeing interrelations; patient-centric care; therapeutic relationships and humans’ innate healing capacity are at its heart.
Many NPs who specialize in holistic care earn additional credentials that enhance their clinical skill set, such as herbalism and botanical certifications from organizations like the American Herbalists Guild or coaching credentials offered by organizations like National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching – these additional credentials may add significant value to an NP’s practice portfolio and differentiate themselves in the job market while simultaneously expanding professional growth. While not required for holistic practice, additional credentials can help nurses set themselves apart in the job market and foster professional growth.
Functional medicine, an approach combining conventional medical treatment with natural therapies, is another area of emphasis for holistic NPs. This framework mirrors that used by physicians and naturopaths to explore root causes of illness; specifically how genetics, environment and lifestyle interact to affect an individual’s wellbeing.
Functional medicine NPs can expand their training with credentials like the Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner designation from American Holistic Nurses Credentialing Corporation. This multidisciplinary credential requires an existing NP license, coursework and case-review processes – stack it with other holistic nursing credentials for added assurance that practice is built upon an evidence-based foundation; employers will appreciate its benefits; it can reduce variation in clinical outcomes while creating more cohesive team approaches to patient care.
As an empath, you experience others’ pain as though it were your own.
Dreams often reveal truths of an unknown realm.
Your strong desire to help others heal may prove both physically and emotionally exhausting, requiring you to step into roles like that of shaman or other healer archetypes.
2. Create a Safe Space
A healing space is a physical and spiritual sanctuary designed to support your journey towards inner peace and balance. By including mindful elements like crystals, plants, aromatherapy and mindfulness tools in your space design, it will facilitate relaxation while inspiring focus and supporting personal development. With regular use you will build meaningful connections between yourself and your healing space as part of daily wellness routine.
To maximize the benefits of your healing space, select an area that is quiet, private and free from distractions. If possible, incorporate natural lighting; its soothing and mood-lifting qualities promote mental clarity while creating a sense of wellbeing in your home. If natural light is unavailable to you, soft lighting or lamps that mimic sunlight’s effects are sure to create a tranquil ambience in which to meditate or do yoga.
Add soothing colors into your space for a relaxing environment. Soft blues and greens evoke feelings of peace while earth tones help ground you – choose the colors that soothe you the most and incorporate them through fabrics, furniture or wall paint!
Carefully arrange your space by keeping only the objects that bring comfort and inspiration, eliminating clutter, unwanted items, and waste to make sure it feels clean, open, and balanced. Perhaps keep a journal to write in gratitude lists or reflections while meditation cushions promote comfortable posture.
Every week, take some time to reset and refresh your healing space. Dedicate a few minutes to tidying, rearranging or cleaning to reinforce its purpose and intention as part of daily routine.
3. Practice Self-Care
As a spiritual healer, your work may leave you exhausted. To ensure you maintain optimal performance in this profession, it’s crucial that you prioritize self-care by setting boundaries around physical contact and energy consumption, including regular meditation and mindfulness practices as well as restful periods and rejuvenation with alternative healing techniques like crystal therapy or journaling dreams diary to access intuitive insight or guidance from within yourself.
Healers typically possess an extraordinary sense of intuition that enables them to read energies within people and places. You might feel other people’s emotions like they were your own or notice shifts in energy that indicate illness – both insights that can guide their clients towards healing paths. Furthermore, practicing chakra balancing certification or reiki training may strengthen this ability further.
Healers tend to possess an immense desire to nurture others, and you may have an innate talent for reading other people’s emotional states like you would your own. You might pick up on their mood in crowded places or shortly after meeting them – this shows your great ability as a healer who can use that innate sense to uplift and heal those around them.
As an intuitive healer, you may find yourself drawn to spiritual or metaphysical topics and fascinated with how the universe functions. Your innate curiosity may allow you to uncover various healing traditions and spiritual energies available for tapping as healer. Additionally, ancient shamanic practices such as soul retrieval or power animal work could offer solutions for energetic imbalances among your clients.
4. Connect with Your Spirit
Many ancient healing traditions, including Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, incorporate spiritual practices. These may involve meditation, breath control and physical postures intended to balance out energy within the body and promote holistic health.
Your intuition runs deep, often picking up on others’ emotions and physical ailments (empathy) like they were your own. You have an admiration for life’s interconnectivity and tend to see things in shades of grey rather than black and white. Your family lineage may include healers, shamans or wise men/women. Furthermore, vibrations may cause energy blocks in your body which lead to digestive issues, low back pain or emotional disturbances.
Modern medicine excels at diagnosing and treating acute illness; natural therapies excel when it comes to prevention, stress management and supporting the body’s ability to heal itself. Make natural therapies part of your daily wellness routine and integrate them with conventional care for an overall balanced approach to living and healing.
Are you drawn to working closely with people experiencing physical and emotional challenges? Becoming a spiritual healer could be the path for you! To train as one involves studying anatomy and physiology, alternative energy flow techniques, healing traditions as well as working individually with each client until they fully recover. To determine whether this career path is for you the best way is to try various healing practices until finding those which resonate with your beliefs and passions.
5. Be Kind to Yourself
There are various ways you can be kind to yourself. One is simply telling yourself kind things such as, “You’re trying your best,” and another is practicing self-compassion – reminding yourself how you would treat a friend going through what you are. By engaging in self-compassion activities, self-criticism can be silenced so that we can focus on learning from our experiences instead.
Your deep connection to nature and energy around you makes you an adept healer, making you an adept natural healer. Your archetypes might include those such as the shaman, wise woman/man, witch or wizard/warlock – and often attract those needing your assistance to “fix.” However, your grey-area thinking may cause digestive issues and lower back pain (lower chakra imbalances).
Natural healing methods can be an excellent complement to conventional medicine for maintaining overall well-being. Finding a holistic approach that balances your enthusiasm for natural healing with knowledge about its science and safety precautions is essential. Techniques like acupuncture or yoga have longstanding scientific evidence of their effectiveness while meditation or dietary supplements have more recent research supporting them. Regardless of which wellness practice you opt for, always speak to your physician prior to initiating new practices as this will ensure they’re safe and appropriate for you.
