In many ways reflexology has been a part of my life for a long time. The entire body, especially the feet, was a focus for me growing up in classical ballet and spending many years as a professional ballet dancer.
Focusing on the feet was ingrained as a way to prepare for my day. As I learned more about reflexology theory and technique, it became a natural transition for me as a career. Working as a reflexologist encompasses a lifetime passion of understanding and healing the body. Ever since I was young, I have been drawn to working on people and helping them feel better.
My experience is that reflexology assists the body’s ability to heal itself by creating impulses on the feet that communicate with the body. This is deeply relaxing and causes a positive effect. I have been a board certified reflexologist (ARCB) since 2001 and received proficiency in 2013 and Master Certificate in 2017 in the Manzanares Method of Reflexology (MMR). I worked as a reflexologist at Angel Feet, Greenwich Village, New York, for 6 years, and now I am in Chicago and New York City for home/office sessions, as well as teaching 8 hour science-based CE reflexology classes, where everyone is welcome.
IN THE NEWS
Sarah was Lead Reflexologist for three National Institutes of Health randomized clinical trials involving reflexology 2008- 2020. See Clinical Research for more info. Also see Sarah’s article in Reflexology Across America, Spring 2017.
Sarah was a Presenter at the Reflexology Association of America Conference in Chicago, April 2018, ‘Support for Reflexology from the National Institutes of Health.’ See Clinical Research for the booklet presentation of her speech.
In 2013, Sarah achieved Proficiency Certificate in the Manzanares Method of Reflexology (MMR) after acquiring 96 classroom hours in the science-based continuing education course. Developed by the renowned researcher, Dr. Jesus Manzanares, MD from Barcelona, the MMR course is approved for CE by ARCB and NCBTMB. MMR Proficiency Certification acknowledges a practitioner’s proficiency in the Manzanares Press and Slide Technique™, Manzanares reflexology research principles and protocols, MMR foot reflexology mapping and satisfactory practicum and written exam. Read more about the Manzanares Method of Reflexology research and training at www.manzanaresmethod.com
In 2017, Sarah achieved Master Certificate in the Manzanares Method of Reflexology in a one-week training program in the Manzanares Medical Clinic, Barcelona.
Sarah is the first person authorized to teach the basics of the Manzanares Method. See Classes for dates and more information.
Sarah was featured in a Chicago wellness blog featuring a self-care workshop called Intro to Reflexology she hosted along with YouHealYou, LLC. Read more here.
Sarah was interviewed in Chicago Health Magazine in a piece about reflexology, pain and cancer. Read more here.
ON THE CUTTING EDGE
Sarah takes an innovative approach to reflexology by teaming up with Elsa Baer, Ph.D., owner of Neuroquest, Inc., a former Skokie clinic specializing in neurofeedback and EEG analysis. Together they monitored brainwave activity while conducting reflexology sessions to observe the effects of reflexology on the brain. This process provides valuable information about real time changes that are occurring in the brain during reflex point stimulation, maximizing the overall effectiveness of the treatment.
Sarah has been an adjunct faculty member teaching nurses Introduction to Reflexology for The Integrative Healing Arts Program at The BirchTree Center for Healthcare Transformation (www.birchtreecenter.com).
In 2020 she became a National Certified Reflexology Educator (NCREd) with the National Council for Reflexology Educators, (NCRE).
And in 2022 she joined the NCRE board as Treasurer, http://reflexedu.org
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
