Fall 2026...

I am filled with gratitude for so much. First and foremost, I am thankful for my Coordinator, Chris. As you soon learn in class, Chris is also my very best friend and handsome hubby. I could not do what I do without him. He not only supports me physically with all the tech work and his creative classroom posters, handouts and the sought-after bookmark; but he has been my #1 supporter from my very 1st class. Chris and I are blessed with 7 terrific kids - 4 of whom I gave birth to - and 4 heart-melting grandchildren. Chris and I both came from big families, and we treasure our siblings and their families.  I have been so blessed with friends from all walks of my life - and I am thankful for each of them. Almost 10 years ago, I walked, a bit timidly, into the Healing Touch Community; and I am eternally grateful for all whom I have met. 

Like many who find their way to Healing Touch, I first came to the Healing Touch Center in Farmington Hills, Michigan, looking for relief. I had been struggling with anxiety for months. As I told the practitioner after my 1st session - what I 'felt' was nothing. And, at the time, that feeling was exquisite. For the first time in months, I had no heart-pounding anxiety. The practitioner talked about 'clearing energetic congestion' in my Chakras. I had no idea what that meant, but I know that I felt better. 

As I later learned in Course 1, Chakras are concentrated energy centers located along the spine. There are 7 major Chakras, starting at the base of the spine, going up the spine to the top of our head. Each Chakra has a number of attributes, including an association with different physiological and psychological functions as well as a color. 

When we think of Fall, the colors that often come to mind are red, yellow and orange of the leaves as they slowly change. I have always had mixed feelings about Fall. I love the colors, and I'm good with the cooler temps; but at times struggle with the limited daylight. I continue to use Healing Touch as a form of self-care in keeping my anxiety at bay, specifically focusing on my Root Chakra (whose color is red) and my Solar Plexus Chakra (whose color is yellow) - both Chakras being primary anchors for physical and psychological stability.

As both a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and Instructor, it is imperative that I do my own work to keep my energetic field clear and pure so as to be a healing presence with my clients and students.  Self care is important in all aspects of my life - physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Healing Touch plays an important role in my care. 

As my journey with Healing Touch continues, taught my observed Course 2 Solo in October at the Healing Touch Center in Farmington Hills. In Course 2, we review Course 1 techniques, as well as add techniques to help reduce/relieve back pain, a technique to support the Glymphatic System, and a full-body technique that focuses on bringing the essence of the Heart Chakra to the other Chakras. In addition, we review the Framework for a Healing Touch Session and allow time to practice multiple full sessions.

I am working with the Healing Touch Center to schedule some practice sessions this fall. 

I look forward to connecting with you – whether it be in a class, a practice group, a phone call or even just a text to say hello. I love sharing Healing Touch, be it teaching, volunteering at our local Healing Touch Center or working with a private client. It continues to be my go-to for self-care – and is what keeps me going during stressful times. If you’d like to experience a session and see how it can help – or just have a curiosity as to ‘what the heck is Healing Touch’ – reach out. I’d love to hear from you.

I currently do not have any Healing Touch classes scheduled. I normally teach classes in Farmington Hills, Ann Arbor, and the Flint area.  If you are interested in taking a Healing Touch class, let me know and we should be able to get one scheduled that will meet your needs. 

I am not limited to just these areas. If you have a group, even just a few friends who want to learn Healing Touch, contact me and let's see if we can organize a class convenient to you. I love a road trip!

Learning Healing Touch can help you enhance the healing process in body, mind, and spirit. It also sets the practitioner on a path of self-discovery and healing through self-care practices and continuing education. Healing Touch classes are great to consider if you want to learn about energy healing. I look forward to sharing this heart centered work with you.

Reiki classes are taught on-demand. Please contact me if you are interested. 

Continue to check here for dates of future classes. 
Remember, if you have questions about upcoming classes, you can contact me through this website, or my coordinator at:
Chris@PeaceWithinHealingTouch.com

What is Healing Touch?

We use the techniques of Healing Touch International, techniques which have been used for years by professionals around the world. Healing Touch is a relaxing, nurturing, heart-centered energy therapy that uses gentle, intentional touch that assists in balancing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It is a collection of standardized, noninvasive techniques that clear, energize, and balance the human energy field. Healing Touch assists in creating a coherent and balanced energy field, supporting one’s inherent ability to heal. Healing Touch is done with the fully-clothed client either lying or sitting down. It is safe for all ages and works in harmony with, is complementary to, and may be integrated with standard medical care.

Here are my personal thoughts on Healing Touch:

"Energy work has become a passion for me. I believe the more you know about the energy we have in our lives, the more you can use it to your benefit. Part of my passion is sharing simple techniques that use your own energy to help you enjoy your life to the fullest. I will offer you a chance to learn as much as you can about energy healing. In each session, I try to make time to show you a common method that you can take with you to help keep your energy in balance. I always try to make myself readily available to help you, talk to you, and try to keep us all in line with good energy and balance."

Issues where Healing Touch can be helpful:

Cathy is a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and Course 1 Instructor as approved by Healing Touch International.  Her journey started as a curious admirer of energy healing for years, and like most people, first from the outside looking in. Over the years, and for a variety of reasons, she experienced many different complementary and alternative medicine techniques, including Angel Readings, hypnosis, Reiki, acupuncture, meditating in labyrinths, Sacred Geometry, and Healing Touch. The gentleness of Healing Touch, combined with the powerful movement of energy, was what resonated most with Cathy.

"Working in an atmosphere of Unconditional Love, using gentle touch to assist others in their journey to healing is what really drew me to do the work." - Cathy, May 2018

Cathy has set goals for her Healing Touch work to be divided between: 1) working to help move Healing Touch, and other energy work, from being considered 'alternative' to more accepted within traditional medicine and 2) volunteering for those in need.

Click here to send an email to Cathy or by clicking here for a web based email.