Introduction

The center is staffed by licensed bodywork, energy work, psychotherapy, and other professionals under the direction of Michael Wohlfarth, ISS Shin Tai Instructor, Graduate of Ohashi Institute, and Certified Reiki Master. Michael is certified in Maryland with 10 years of experience in assessing and treating individuals with a variety of health and life concerns, specializing in mind-body concerns and the effects of trauma. The training mission of the Mindful Shiatsu Center is to provide high-quality, professional continuing education in the field of bodywork, addressing theory and techniques in Shiatsu Shin Tai, Life Force Recovery, and related subjects. Coursework combines an overview of relevant Shiatsu Shin Tai theory and Eastern philosophy with diagnostic assessment, demonstration and practice of corrections, and application to client presentation. The focus is on helping practitioners quickly learn how to improve client results, for hard to treat conditions in the pelvis, low back, and shoulders; chronic conditions such as pain, fibromyalgia, lupus, and fatigue; and for overall client well-being.

Classes are conducted in a 20x24’ classroom and two treatment rooms, with massage tables, traditional shiatsu mats, and a bodyCushion™ massage table. A kitchen / meeting area is available for student use.