Noel Taylor ~ Tolling Jennings Shen Journey Victoria Vancouver Gulf Islands BC Jin Shin Do JSD Certification

Jin Shin Do®Bodymind Acupressure combines gentle yet deep finger pressure on specific acu-points with body focusing techniques, to help release physical and emotional tension and armoring. Developed by psychotherapist lona Marsaa Teeguarden, this bodymind approach is a unique synthesis of traditional Japanese acupressure techniques, classic Chinese acu-theory, Reichian segmental theory, Taoist philosophy and Qigong (breathing and exercise techniques). JSD promotes a pleasant trance state, in which the participant can move out of the head and into the body, accessing feelings and the wisdom of the bodymind. Jin Shin Do® means The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.

MODULE I
170 HOURS OF THEORY AND TECHNIQUE:
This class presents theories and techniques necessary for effective practice of Jin Shin Do® acupressure, beginning with 45 main Jin Shin Do® points, progressing to over 200 important points, and correlating point location with anatomy. Exact angle of point stimulation is emphasized. Students begin to practice by following release examples, and later learn to improvise based on tension patterns and energetic assessment. Approximately 75 hours is devoted to demonstration and practice.

PART I. BASIC JSD - 45 hours minimum
Course Objectives - participants learn to:

Locate 55 acu-points in relation to surrounding anatomy. Describe how Jin Shin Do® acupressure can be utilized for general relaxation and to release specific tensions. Demonstrate acu-point combinations for common problems, including tension in the head, neck, shoulders, back, chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremities.
Process, in a simple way, the feelings and images which may arise from the body during acupressure release.
Perform simple movements which facilitate relaxation and structural-energetic balancing.
Identify the Eight Strange Flows or Extraordinary Vessels, and demonstrate their use for energy balancing and general relaxation.

Content:
Unit I. Principles of acupressure. Traditional Eastern and modem Western mindsets. Qi (energy). Acu-points defined and described scientifically. Pressure technique, three signs of release. Location of 16 acupoints, with anatomical detail and individual attention. Practice: general relaxation pattern and the basic JSD neck release.

Unit 2. Basic acupressure theory, including yin-yang polarities. The armoring process. Local and distal point theory. Location of 16 acu-points, with anatomical detail. “Pal Dan Gum" movements. Practice: simple color coded release method and basic neck release.

Unit 3. Pressure technique. Segmental Release Method. Three essential qualities of therapists. Six additional points. Practice: release of the head, neck and shoulder segments.

Unit 4. Segmental exploration (bilateral acu-points in the head, neck, shoulders and chest). Bodymind associations of the chest segment. Body Focusing techniques to facilitate tension release. Contact. Effects of language. Practice: JSD, Body Focusing and breathing techniques to assist chest release; basic neck release.

Unit 5. Seven additional points. Diaphragm, abdominal and pelvic tension patterns and associations. Hara Breathing Meditation. Hygiene; ethics. Practice: body focusing and breathing techniques to assist release of the abdominal and pelvic segments.

Unit 6. The 8 Strange Flows, or extraordinary meridians. 10 additional points (on the central channel). Demonstration of sessions utilizing "strange flow" release patterns. Practice: assessment and Strange Flow release patterns for general bodymind relaxation.

Class Materials: Color-coded JSD "Eight Strange Flows" chart and JSD Acupressure Handbook; The Acupressure Way of Health: Jin Shin Do, 01978 by lona Marsaa Teeguarden(Japan Publications).®

Evaluation Method: Take-home test, attendance and demonstration of skills mastered.

PART Il: INTERMEDIATE JSD—55 hours minimum
Course Objectives—participants learn to:

Locate 60 additional acu-points in relation to surrounding anatomy.
Describe the twelve organ meridians, differentiating according to location and psycho-physical associations.
Differentiate Westem and Eastem understanding of physiology.
Identify specific acupressure point combinations for meridian release.
Demonstrate understanding of local-distal point theory.
Identify the legal-ethical role of the acupressurist.

Content:
Unit 1. Underlying principles of acupressure and introduction to meridian theory. Overview of the Five Elements Theory. The Six Divisions. Basic peer counseling skills like active listening, for processing feelings if they come up. Practice: release of the head, neck and shoulders, using the Gall Bladder Meridian.

Unit 1-7. Location and psycho-physical associations of the 12 meridians. Location of 60 additional points in relation to surrounding anatomy. Defense mechanisms and defensive attitudes related to yang meridians; emotional spectra related to yin meridians. Transformation of Qi Zang-Fu theory. Demonstration of sessions using meridian release patterns. Practice: meridian release patterns.

Unit 8. Demonstration of specific point combinations for energetic problems indicated by muscle spasm, pain or tension. Legal-ethical issues. Building trust. Practice: Assessment of tense segments by palpating main JSD points in the neck, shoulders and torso. Basic pulse reading. Use of local-distal point combinations of appropriate meridians.

Class Materials: JSD Intermediate Acupressure Handbook, A Complete Guide to Acupressure, 01996 by lona Marsaa Teeguarden (Japan Publications). The Joy of Feeling: Bodymind Acupressure, is also recommended.

Evaluation Method: List or chart of meridian associations; demonstration of skills mastered.

PART lII: ADVANCED JSD—35 hours minimum
Objectives - participants learn to:

Describe the Five Elements or Five Phases" theory and its application to acupressure.
Locate 65 additional acu-points in relation to surrounding anatomy.
Demonstrate understanding of local-distal point theory using Source, Luo, Tonification, Sedation, Front Mu and Back Yu (Shu) points to relieve bodymind stress.
Assess energetic imbalance; identify key tension areas through pulse reading and point palpation.

Content:
Unit 1. Introduction to "Five Elements” Theory of energetic inter- relationships; utilizing it in planning specific acu-point combinations. Practice: Combining particular local (Yu and “Windows of the Sky”) and distal (Source and Luo) points for back and neck release.

Unit 2. Application of 5 Elements theory to energetic and muscular hypoactivity or hyperactivity. Pulse reading. Practice: use of tonification and sedation points.

Unit 3. Bodymind applications of 5 Elements: the “Emotional Kaleidoscope." Point palpation to assess energetic imbalance (Yu, Mu and Windows of the Sky). Practice: improvisation.

Unit 4. Demonstration of specific acu-point combinations for energetic problems indicated by muscle spasm, pain or tension. Practice: planning interventions to restore bodymind energy balance.

Class Materials: JSD Advanced Acupressure Handbook, The Joy of Feeling: Bodymind Acupressure,T® 01987 by lona Marsaa Teeguarden (Japan Publications).

Evaluation Method: Practical examination; 2 case studies demonstrating understanding.

PART IV: BODYMIND PROCESSING SKILLS - 25 hours minimum .This class may be taught by an authorized JSD teacher, if qualified, or a psychotherapist. Its purpose is to increase comfort with feelings and images which may arise during sessions. Objectives—participants learn to:

Demonstrate basic counseling skills like active listening and an ability to follow the release process.
Describe conscious and unconscious levels of communication and appropriate use of suggestions.

Content:
Empathy. Active listening. Communication skills. Avoiding labels and “should-shouldn't" messages. Congruence and “I” messages. The power of words; conscious and unconscious levels of communication. Using the suggestive form. Questions as suggestions. Accepting, encouraging and following the process. Understanding the therapeutic relationship: transference and counter-transference. Ethics. Confidentiality. Implications of touch and questions of intimacy.

Class Materials: The Joy of Feeling: Bodymind a Acupressure, 01987 by lona Marsaa Teeguarden (Japan Publications).

Evaluation Method: Attendance and demonstration of skills mastered.

JSD ACUPRESSURE FACIAL - 8 hours
This facial works with the main neck points, called "Windows of the Sky," as well as points on the face and head, releasing tension and aiding circulation of "Qi” up and down the body, to open the “windows. This 12-step JSD acupressure facial, originally developed for beauticians, utilizes 40 points on the face, head, neck, arms and hands.

Class Materials: Jin Shin Do® Acupressure Facial booklet, point location supplement

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MODULE II
125 HOURS OF MODALITY TECHNIQUE & PRACTICE:
This class provides an opportunity to review point locations and angles, and to integrate the material of Module I, plus an in-depth study of Strange Flows, Organ Meridians, Zang/Fu, Segments and Five Phases, along with additional theories and special point energetic groupings.

Prerequisite: Module I, or the equivalent (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced JSD with authorized JSD teachers).

Objectives - participants learn to:

Demonstrate assessment skills including pulse reading and point palpation.
Understand the Eight Extraordinary Vessels in detail and their use compared with the twelve meridians.
Demonstrate use of acupressure and body focusing techniques with common tension /pain problems.
Describe special point groups: combining, entry-exit, general and group lo, and accumulation points.
Integrate Segmental, Strange Flow, Meridian and Five Phases theories in designing sessions to reduce stress.
Discuss the Zang/Fu, the Six Divisions, exogenous and endogenous causes of imbalance (including the extreme emotions), and tendino-muscular meridians.

Content:

Part 1. INTEGRATION OF KEY THEORIES: 55 hours

Special powerful point energetics groups: Entry / exit points; general and group lo points; the eight meeting points, associated points, combining points; etc. Review of all Basic and Intermediate points for accuracy of location and precision of angle. Accumulation points. Demonstration of assessment skills: point palpation, pulse reading, questioning, listening, looking. Specific applications of Segmental, Strange Flow, Meridian and Five Phases theory to common problems like neck, shoulder, and back tension / pain, headache, chest respiratory problems, menstrual difficulties, pelvic tension, digestive stress, insomnia, joint problems. Includes focus on bodymind process skills.

Part 2. IN DEPTH STUDY OF THE EXTRAORDINARY VESSELS: 30 hours

In-depth study of the Strange Flows, emphasizing their functions and including over 150 Strange Flows points. (Relax! Most of these points were introduced in Module I.) Integration of Strange Flow, Meridian and Segmental theories in assessment and point combinations. Examine the Extraordinary Vessels from the moment of conception as the energetic templates of our incarnate form. Practice new SF release patterns.

Part 3. EXPANDING THEORETICAL HORIZONS: 40 hours

Causes of imbalance: Exogenous and endogenous causes of disease, including the 6 External Pathogens and the Seven Evil Emotions (reviewed); and the Four levels (protection, Qi, nutrition, blood). Review Six Divisions; Zang/Fu theory and curious organs. Fundamental substances. Introduction to the 8 Principles. Tendino- muscular meridians and their relevance to JSD acupressure. This course will include many experiential components including pulse and tongue assessment, as well as learning moxibustion, Akabani, cupping techniques and guasha.

Class Materials: Course manuals for each Module Two class, Advanced Jin Shin Do Supplement, A Complete Guide to Acupressure. 1996 'Joy of Feeling: Bodymind Acupressure 1987 by lona Marsaa Teeguarden (Japan Publications)

Evaluation Method: Attendance and demonstration of skills mastered; practical examination.

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MODULE III
70 HOURS OF CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
May be obtained as an internship (in house at a bodywork school), or as an “extemship" (in a supportive professional setting, with supervision from an authorized JSD teacher, acupuncturist, psychotherapist, chiropractor, physical therapist, doctor or other health professional). In either case, the entire process of the 70 hours of clinical experience must be supervised by an authorized JSD teacher.

Content:
Unit 1. Clinical experience using Jin Shin Do® acupressure. (50 hr.)

Unit 2. Direct supervision. (20 hr.)
To include: greeting and interacting with clients; being respectful of the client's process; emphasizing the positive and ending sessions on a positive note; note-taking and writing case studies; sound business practices; counter-indications; legal-ethical considerations.

Evaluation Method: Letters of verification and recommendation from the supervising team.

CERTIFICATION:
Upon completion of the JSD program requirements students will be awarded a Graduation Certificate. In order to become a certified JSD practitioner, the following must also be completed:

REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTERED JIN SHIN DO.ACUPRESSURISTS:

Module l
Module II (Part 3 may be taken after registration);
Module III or 125 logged experience hours acquired during and after JSD study;
10 private sessions (5 with authorized teacher, 5 may be with registered JSD acupressurist);
Practical tutorial exam from JSD Instructor
Compliance with applicable local licensing requirements, if any.

To obtain certificate of registration and be listed in JSDF Directory, send the completed JSD course transcript together witht he application fee of US $60. If your application is accepted, a $50 annual fee is due the following July 1, because the JSDF fiscal year is July 1 to June 30.

US & Canada: To also become a Certified Practitioner with AOBTA ( American Organization of Bodywork Therapies of Asia), Module Ill is required, plus 70 additional hours of study (JSD or any recognized Oriental modality), 100 hours anatomy-physiology, and 8 hours of CPR. To apply, have a JSD teacher approve and sign your 500 hour transcript, and send it to AOBTA; for address, call them at 609-782-1616.

THE JIN SHIN DO® FOUNDATION: A member of the AOBTA Council of Schools and Programs JSDF was founded as a tradeorganization by lona MarsaaTeeguarden in 1982 with the following purposes:

To promote growth in the art of Jin Shin Do® Acupressure.
To provide informational materials to professionals andthe public.
To serve as a networking of authorized JSD teachers.
To facilitate research in areas related to Jin Shin Do®.

The Jin Shin Do Foundation is approved by the U.S. National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education provider under category A. JSDF is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing Provider # 04744 (contact hours = hours of theory plus 1/3 of practice hours); for other states ask a JSD teacher.

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