Upcoming Alchemy Evenings
Sports Massage: Performance and Recovery
with Sabrina Lopez, LMT, BCTMB
Thursday December 5th at 7pm
"To some, the phrase ‘Sports Massage’ means a massage that is faster and deeper, even to the point of pain and discomfort. Nothing could be farther from the truth."
~Sabrina Lopez
Sports Massage is advanced level massage work that enhances performance, builds function and resilience, and aids in recovery from injury or repetitive stress injuries. Join us for an interesting evening with certified sports massage therapist Sabrina Lopez, LMT, BCTMB to learn more about the different techniques used, as well as the timing and focus that changes depending on training and competition timing. Sabrina's work is focused in science and research, she will share examples from a variety of sports and athletes, bring your questions!
To learn more and register for this Alchemy Evening please visit the event on our Facebook page. You are also welcome to email us at wellness@alchemyhealingartscenter.com if you are planning on coming. Registration is not required, you are welcome to simply show up, and it does give us an idea of the numbers.
with Sabrina Lopez, LMT, BCTMB
Thursday December 5th at 7pm
"To some, the phrase ‘Sports Massage’ means a massage that is faster and deeper, even to the point of pain and discomfort. Nothing could be farther from the truth."
~Sabrina Lopez
Sports Massage is advanced level massage work that enhances performance, builds function and resilience, and aids in recovery from injury or repetitive stress injuries. Join us for an interesting evening with certified sports massage therapist Sabrina Lopez, LMT, BCTMB to learn more about the different techniques used, as well as the timing and focus that changes depending on training and competition timing. Sabrina's work is focused in science and research, she will share examples from a variety of sports and athletes, bring your questions!
To learn more and register for this Alchemy Evening please visit the event on our Facebook page. You are also welcome to email us at wellness@alchemyhealingartscenter.com if you are planning on coming. Registration is not required, you are welcome to simply show up, and it does give us an idea of the numbers.
About Alchemy Evenings
Alchemy Evenings are informal evening presentations and an opportunity to have a conversation about a subject of interest. Light refreshments will be served. Always free of charge, RSVPs are not required they are appreciated. 410-263-1272 or wellness@alchemyhealingartscenter.com
Tea for Our Evenings
Our friend Lynayn Mielke from The Well Infused Life and the East West Tea Emporium will be choosing and brewing a special tea that will support and enhance the topic and experience of each Alchemy Evening. If you want to know more about the tea, arrive early and Lynayn will be happy to share the details. She will be available fro 6:45-7:00pm. The evening's program will begin at 7:00pm.
Please join us, and encourage interested friends and family to come also.
Tea for Our Evenings
Our friend Lynayn Mielke from The Well Infused Life and the East West Tea Emporium will be choosing and brewing a special tea that will support and enhance the topic and experience of each Alchemy Evening. If you want to know more about the tea, arrive early and Lynayn will be happy to share the details. She will be available fro 6:45-7:00pm. The evening's program will begin at 7:00pm.
Please join us, and encourage interested friends and family to come also.
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“Attend and Befriend - function of the ventral branch of the Vagus nerve. Using Vagal tone exercises can activate this function. “
Catherine Whelan, LMT, CST at our Alchemy Evening tonight -
the Gut Brain Connection, a CranioSacral Perspective.
“Attend and Befriend - function of the ventral branch of the Vagus nerve. Using Vagal tone exercises can activate this function. “
Catherine Whelan, LMT, CST at our Alchemy Evening tonight -
the Gut Brain Connection, a CranioSacral Perspective.
PREVIOUS ALCHEMY EVENINGS
CranioSacral Therapy Insights
with Catherine Whelan, LMT, CST-D
Tuesday November 12th at 7pm
An Introduction to CranioSacral Therapy (CST) how it works, why we specialize in it at Alchemy, and what you might expect.
Join Catherine Whelan, a Diplomate level certified CST Therapist for our Alchemy Evening. Even if you know where your cranium and sacrum are, we know you have questions and curiosities. How does this light touch therapy have such an impact? What is the Inner Wisdom, and how do you facilitate change and shifts? How would I know that CST would be a good therapeutic option? With years of experience working with babies, children, and adults Catherine will bring insights, lots of interesting information, and humor to the evening.
with Catherine Whelan, LMT, CST-D
Tuesday November 12th at 7pm
An Introduction to CranioSacral Therapy (CST) how it works, why we specialize in it at Alchemy, and what you might expect.
Join Catherine Whelan, a Diplomate level certified CST Therapist for our Alchemy Evening. Even if you know where your cranium and sacrum are, we know you have questions and curiosities. How does this light touch therapy have such an impact? What is the Inner Wisdom, and how do you facilitate change and shifts? How would I know that CST would be a good therapeutic option? With years of experience working with babies, children, and adults Catherine will bring insights, lots of interesting information, and humor to the evening.
The Lymphatic System, Myths and Magic
with Amelia Mitchell, LMT, LLCC, BCTMB
Wednesday, October 16th at 7pm
What does our lymphatic system do and how can we care for it? This is a question that Amelia hears most every day and she has prepared an interesting and informative presentation about this little known system. Our lymphatics are an additional circulatory system that helps with waste removal, and houses much of the immune system. There is a lot more to know than swollen lymph nodes and cancer fears, and she will shed some light on the myths and the magic of lymph.
Amelia is a certified Lymphedema Therapist and who works with a variety of lymphatic challenges, edemas, auto-immune concerns, and surgical recovery. She is happy to share some self-care techniques as well as answer questions and provide insight to this mysterious system.
with Amelia Mitchell, LMT, LLCC, BCTMB
Wednesday, October 16th at 7pm
What does our lymphatic system do and how can we care for it? This is a question that Amelia hears most every day and she has prepared an interesting and informative presentation about this little known system. Our lymphatics are an additional circulatory system that helps with waste removal, and houses much of the immune system. There is a lot more to know than swollen lymph nodes and cancer fears, and she will shed some light on the myths and the magic of lymph.
Amelia is a certified Lymphedema Therapist and who works with a variety of lymphatic challenges, edemas, auto-immune concerns, and surgical recovery. She is happy to share some self-care techniques as well as answer questions and provide insight to this mysterious system.
YOGA is for YOU: Debunking Stereotypes
with Jackie Melsopp, LMT, RYT-200
Thursday June 27, 2019 at 7:00pm at Alchemy
There is a PR problem in the yoga world. Branding and marketing has turned it into something that is trendy and exclusive, Many feel like it's "just not for me."
Everyone, no matter what their level of fitness, size, and ability can incorporate yoga into their life. Come clarify your intention and begin to build a foundation from the true tenants of yoga. Jackie will discuss presence and the breath, why we practice asanas, and how we can practice yoga on and off the mat. We access breath and awareness at Alchemy in much of what we do, finding that they enhance and support our treatment plans and bodywork sessions immeasurably. Would you like to bring more awareness into your life? Join Jackie and learn how you can do that as well as how to bring yoga more fully into your life.
with Jackie Melsopp, LMT, RYT-200
Thursday June 27, 2019 at 7:00pm at Alchemy
There is a PR problem in the yoga world. Branding and marketing has turned it into something that is trendy and exclusive, Many feel like it's "just not for me."
Everyone, no matter what their level of fitness, size, and ability can incorporate yoga into their life. Come clarify your intention and begin to build a foundation from the true tenants of yoga. Jackie will discuss presence and the breath, why we practice asanas, and how we can practice yoga on and off the mat. We access breath and awareness at Alchemy in much of what we do, finding that they enhance and support our treatment plans and bodywork sessions immeasurably. Would you like to bring more awareness into your life? Join Jackie and learn how you can do that as well as how to bring yoga more fully into your life.
BALANCED BOUNDARIES
Amelia Mitchell, LMT, LLCC, BCTMB
Thursday, May 15, 2019 at 7:00pm
Amelia brings a friendly and compassionate perspective to the subject of interpersonal boundaries. For all of us, boundary challenges are often seen within the family, as well as with friends, professional relationships, and even with strangers.
Would you like some insight around why boundaries can be so hard, and how to make it feel a bit easier? Why sometimes it feels so heavy and tiring to be with someone.? How to change things to set up your life to feel more free, comfortable, and supportive? Having, acknowledging, and considering your boundaries is healthy and smart. Join Amelia for what is sure to be an interesting and lively conversation.
Learn more and RSVP here.
Amelia Mitchell, LMT, LLCC, BCTMB
Thursday, May 15, 2019 at 7:00pm
Amelia brings a friendly and compassionate perspective to the subject of interpersonal boundaries. For all of us, boundary challenges are often seen within the family, as well as with friends, professional relationships, and even with strangers.
Would you like some insight around why boundaries can be so hard, and how to make it feel a bit easier? Why sometimes it feels so heavy and tiring to be with someone.? How to change things to set up your life to feel more free, comfortable, and supportive? Having, acknowledging, and considering your boundaries is healthy and smart. Join Amelia for what is sure to be an interesting and lively conversation.
Learn more and RSVP here.
THE GUT BRAIN CONNECTION - AGING
Catherine Whelan, LMT CST
Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 7:00pm
Catherine will continue the discussion of this fascinating and timely topic. The Enteric Nervous System is a vast communication pathway between the belly and all its organs and the brain. New research is providing insights about how this system interacts with our Central Nervous System and whole body, deeply impacting our health and wellness.
How is the gut-brain connection impacted by aging? Can we support the health of this system as we age? There is so much to talk about here. We welcome Catherine's insights, as she will also be presenting on this topic at the American Society of Aging Convention in New Orleans later in April. Learn more and RSVP here.
Catherine Whelan, LMT CST
Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 7:00pm
Catherine will continue the discussion of this fascinating and timely topic. The Enteric Nervous System is a vast communication pathway between the belly and all its organs and the brain. New research is providing insights about how this system interacts with our Central Nervous System and whole body, deeply impacting our health and wellness.
How is the gut-brain connection impacted by aging? Can we support the health of this system as we age? There is so much to talk about here. We welcome Catherine's insights, as she will also be presenting on this topic at the American Society of Aging Convention in New Orleans later in April. Learn more and RSVP here.
USING EFT TO SHIFT YOUR INTERNAL VOICE
with Kat Mahone, LCPC
Thursday March 14, 2019 at 7:00pm
Join us for an introduction to Positive Psychology and Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping.) Learn how to honor where you are, while offering your head a new message. We often let a negative view of our self be the loudest, Kat will share techniques that help will help train our brains to shift that way of thinking. This Alchemy Evening is for anyone that wants to learn new ways to deal with anxiety, stress, and negative self-talk or if you want to experience a taste of EFT. Kat will also include some helpful information about journaling and simple ways to soothe and calm ourselves.
Kat Mahone is a highly regarded Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Maryland, and has been working in the field for over 20 years. She believes in providing her clients with professional support as they walk their journey in life. Kat embraces a holistic approach to therapy so she can meet each client where they are along their path in life. You can learn more about her at www.katmahone.com
with Kat Mahone, LCPC
Thursday March 14, 2019 at 7:00pm
Join us for an introduction to Positive Psychology and Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping.) Learn how to honor where you are, while offering your head a new message. We often let a negative view of our self be the loudest, Kat will share techniques that help will help train our brains to shift that way of thinking. This Alchemy Evening is for anyone that wants to learn new ways to deal with anxiety, stress, and negative self-talk or if you want to experience a taste of EFT. Kat will also include some helpful information about journaling and simple ways to soothe and calm ourselves.
Kat Mahone is a highly regarded Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Maryland, and has been working in the field for over 20 years. She believes in providing her clients with professional support as they walk their journey in life. Kat embraces a holistic approach to therapy so she can meet each client where they are along their path in life. You can learn more about her at www.katmahone.com
SOLUTIONS FOR CHRONIC PAIN
Wednesday February 20, 2019 at 7:00pm
Elizabeth Sanders, LMT
So many of us deal with pain on a day to day basis, Elizabeth will dive into some of the reasons, talk about successes and options, and provide some proven solutions. We will discuss how pain can manifest in the body and different kinds of pain, as well as how acute pains can become chronic. We will also present ways to help you build a new relationship with your body, and provide tools to help manage/work through chronic pain.
Elizabeth is a Licensed Massage Therapist who is certified in Clinical Massage Therapy. She is an experienced therapist with training in Swedish, Deep Tissue, PreNatal, and Myofascial Release Massage and CranioSacral Therapy. Elizabeth received her massage education in Hawaii at Hawaii Healing Arts College on the island of Oahu. Much of Elizabeth's practice is working with people who are experiencing chronic pain and bringing relief.
Wednesday February 20, 2019 at 7:00pm
Elizabeth Sanders, LMT
So many of us deal with pain on a day to day basis, Elizabeth will dive into some of the reasons, talk about successes and options, and provide some proven solutions. We will discuss how pain can manifest in the body and different kinds of pain, as well as how acute pains can become chronic. We will also present ways to help you build a new relationship with your body, and provide tools to help manage/work through chronic pain.
Elizabeth is a Licensed Massage Therapist who is certified in Clinical Massage Therapy. She is an experienced therapist with training in Swedish, Deep Tissue, PreNatal, and Myofascial Release Massage and CranioSacral Therapy. Elizabeth received her massage education in Hawaii at Hawaii Healing Arts College on the island of Oahu. Much of Elizabeth's practice is working with people who are experiencing chronic pain and bringing relief.
CLEARING CLUTTER: MAKING SPACE FOR THE NEW
with Amelia Mitchell, LMT, LLCC, BCTMB
Clutter is more than simply stuff that is in the way collecting dust. It takes a lot of energy to maintain our clutter, it often breeds more clutter! Having worked with many students in a variety of workshops, Amelia brings a fresh and gentle look at the concept of clearing out our spaces and making room for the new.
She brings humor, understanding, and compassion to the topic, and provides a lot of practical solutions and ideas.
Amelia is the creator of a variety of workshops including Embody Peace, and continuing education educator offering Ethics and Diversity classes to the Massage Therapy community and she is a certified Healing From the Core Presenter with the Upledger Institute. She taught workshops locally, at Anne Arundel Community College, and around the US and in Canada. Amelia brings a conscious and grounded presence, her sensitive, nurturing heart, and a loving playful spirit to all her work. Facilitating connection is one of Amelia's strongest skills. Whether it is one on one, deepening personal connection between body, mind, and spirit, or supporting group communication and connections, Amelia dives deeply and sensitively into this healing work.
with Amelia Mitchell, LMT, LLCC, BCTMB
Clutter is more than simply stuff that is in the way collecting dust. It takes a lot of energy to maintain our clutter, it often breeds more clutter! Having worked with many students in a variety of workshops, Amelia brings a fresh and gentle look at the concept of clearing out our spaces and making room for the new.
She brings humor, understanding, and compassion to the topic, and provides a lot of practical solutions and ideas.
Amelia is the creator of a variety of workshops including Embody Peace, and continuing education educator offering Ethics and Diversity classes to the Massage Therapy community and she is a certified Healing From the Core Presenter with the Upledger Institute. She taught workshops locally, at Anne Arundel Community College, and around the US and in Canada. Amelia brings a conscious and grounded presence, her sensitive, nurturing heart, and a loving playful spirit to all her work. Facilitating connection is one of Amelia's strongest skills. Whether it is one on one, deepening personal connection between body, mind, and spirit, or supporting group communication and connections, Amelia dives deeply and sensitively into this healing work.
CONSCIOUS BREATHING: AN INTRODUCTION
with Kay Schaefer, PT
Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 7:00 pm
Conscious Breathing is a powerful tool for the body to rebalance and heal itself using the breath. CB brings an embodied awareness of the breath as it naturally occurs during movement and while sitting still. Noticing one’s natural breath in different parts of the body invites an open background for movement reeducation and healing.
Research shows that how you breathe effects the “3 M’s”, memory, mood and muscles. For instance, the rhythm of breathing affects memory and fear. Yogic breathing fights depression. Slow breathing induces tranquility. Meditation and breathing exercises can sharpen your brain. Nose breathing can harness memory and breathing exercises can reduce stress at the brain stem.
Kay Schaefer is a local physical therapist and a friend of Alchemy. Kay has a superb understanding of the relationships between body, mind, and spirit. She brings sensitivity, compassion, and wisdom to of her sessions. We are pleased to introduce you to her workshop Conscious Breathing.
with Kay Schaefer, PT
Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 7:00 pm
Conscious Breathing is a powerful tool for the body to rebalance and heal itself using the breath. CB brings an embodied awareness of the breath as it naturally occurs during movement and while sitting still. Noticing one’s natural breath in different parts of the body invites an open background for movement reeducation and healing.
Research shows that how you breathe effects the “3 M’s”, memory, mood and muscles. For instance, the rhythm of breathing affects memory and fear. Yogic breathing fights depression. Slow breathing induces tranquility. Meditation and breathing exercises can sharpen your brain. Nose breathing can harness memory and breathing exercises can reduce stress at the brain stem.
Kay Schaefer is a local physical therapist and a friend of Alchemy. Kay has a superb understanding of the relationships between body, mind, and spirit. She brings sensitivity, compassion, and wisdom to of her sessions. We are pleased to introduce you to her workshop Conscious Breathing.
THE GUT BRAIN CONNECTION: STRESS
Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at 7:00pm
With Catherine Whelan, LMT, CST
Catherine will expand on the conversation around CranioSacral Therapy and the Gut Brain Connection started during the Alchemy Evening in October. She will focus on how stress impacts the Gut Brain connection, offer tools and suggestions for reducing these responses, and generally help us all understand how to live more gently in bodies that were designed to run from saber-tooth tigers instead of sitting in traffic.
Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at 7:00pm
With Catherine Whelan, LMT, CST
Catherine will expand on the conversation around CranioSacral Therapy and the Gut Brain Connection started during the Alchemy Evening in October. She will focus on how stress impacts the Gut Brain connection, offer tools and suggestions for reducing these responses, and generally help us all understand how to live more gently in bodies that were designed to run from saber-tooth tigers instead of sitting in traffic.
THE MAGIC AND MYSTERY OF FASCIA
November 14, 2018
with Jackie Melsopp, LMT
Jackie brings her delight and fascination with the fascial system of the body to light as she discusses both the anatomy and the energetic properties of fascia. Come learn more about your body, how it works, and why a knee injury might be compromising movement in your shoulder. Jackie will share some hints and suggestions for those who experience pain or limited mobility.
The Gut Brain Connection
A CranioSacral Perspective
THE GUT BRAIN CONNECTION – A CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY PERSPECTIVE
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
With Catherine Whelan, BS, LMT, CST
As a CranioSacral Therapist, Catherine works to support and enhance the health of our nervous system at many levels. She is able to facilitate major shifts and changes to health because CranioSacral Therapy (CST) works directly with the nervous system - the highest level of communication in the body.
The Enteric Nervous System is a vast communication pathway between the belly and all its organs and the brain. New research is providing insights about how this system interacts with our Central Nervous System and whole body, deeply impacting our health and wellness.
Embody Peace
EMBODY PEACE LIVING AND LOVING FROM WITHIN
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
with Amelia Mitchell
When we Embody Peace, we move into a deeper level of connection and communication with our body. This connection, and place of peace can also bring the act of creation from simple imagination to an embodied and peaceful place within. Join Amelia to learn how to better discern what you truly desire, attract and create your ideal life.
THE MAGIC OF TEA
Magic of Tea Tuesday, October 2, 2018
with Lynayn Mielke
Join us to learn about the magical and alchemical properties of this seemingly simple plant and oh so familiar beverage. Tea contains the ability to transform your inner and outer worlds, touching all of body, mind, and spirit.
Learn how to use tea and experience first hand how a proper cup of tea can make all things better.
Participants will leave knowing how to properly brew leaf, choose which tea is best for you and how to begin a tea as meditation practice.
November 14, 2018
with Jackie Melsopp, LMT
Jackie brings her delight and fascination with the fascial system of the body to light as she discusses both the anatomy and the energetic properties of fascia. Come learn more about your body, how it works, and why a knee injury might be compromising movement in your shoulder. Jackie will share some hints and suggestions for those who experience pain or limited mobility.
The Gut Brain Connection
A CranioSacral Perspective
THE GUT BRAIN CONNECTION – A CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY PERSPECTIVE
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
With Catherine Whelan, BS, LMT, CST
As a CranioSacral Therapist, Catherine works to support and enhance the health of our nervous system at many levels. She is able to facilitate major shifts and changes to health because CranioSacral Therapy (CST) works directly with the nervous system - the highest level of communication in the body.
The Enteric Nervous System is a vast communication pathway between the belly and all its organs and the brain. New research is providing insights about how this system interacts with our Central Nervous System and whole body, deeply impacting our health and wellness.
Embody Peace
EMBODY PEACE LIVING AND LOVING FROM WITHIN
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
with Amelia Mitchell
When we Embody Peace, we move into a deeper level of connection and communication with our body. This connection, and place of peace can also bring the act of creation from simple imagination to an embodied and peaceful place within. Join Amelia to learn how to better discern what you truly desire, attract and create your ideal life.
THE MAGIC OF TEA
Magic of Tea Tuesday, October 2, 2018
with Lynayn Mielke
Join us to learn about the magical and alchemical properties of this seemingly simple plant and oh so familiar beverage. Tea contains the ability to transform your inner and outer worlds, touching all of body, mind, and spirit.
Learn how to use tea and experience first hand how a proper cup of tea can make all things better.
Participants will leave knowing how to properly brew leaf, choose which tea is best for you and how to begin a tea as meditation practice.
