The Holistic Center
Outpatient Care Facility, 2nd Floor
215-710-6948
The Holistic Center provides compassionate services promoting relaxation and healing for your
mind, body and spirit. These services are an added dimension of care from St. Mary Medical
Center and are available to patients, colleagues and the community.
Services are by appointment only. Please call 215 -710-6948 to schedule.
Therapeutic Massage – Massage is a relaxing and rejuvenating experience designed to help alleviate pain,
discomfort, muscle spasms and stress. It can improve circulation, promote flexibility and increase range of
motion. Other benefits include fostering a sense of well being and providing the experience of being nurtured
and cared for through compassionate touch.
$65 hr, $35 ½ hour
Deep Tissue Massage – This type of massage focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue.
The movement is slower and the pressure, deeper and concentrated on areas of chronic tension and pain.
$75 hr, $40 ½ hour
Therapeutic Touch – Therapeutic Touch is a contemporary interpretation of several ancient healing practices. It
has been know to elicit therapeutic changes such as relaxation, reduction in or cessation of painful symptoms and
an acceleration of the healing process.
$65/hr, $35 ½ hour
Manual Lymph Drainage Technique – This massage technique is used to increase lymph reabsorption and fluid
flow into the prelymphatic channels.
$65/hr, $35 ½ hr
Myofascial Release Therapy – “Myo” refers to muscle and “fascia” to the elastic web of connective tissue that ties
your body together. Muscles and fascia work together to support your body and facilitate movement. Poor
posture, chronic inflammation, overuse and trauma from an accident or surgery can cause the fascia to become
tight and inflexible which in turn can cause tension, pain and limited mobility. Myofascial release techniques can
relieve tension and pain by releasing and lengthening both muscles and fascia.
$65/hr, $35 ½ hr
Craniosacral Therapy - This non-invasive, gentle technique influences and restores the craniosacral system. Like
the cardiovascular and respiratory rhythms, the craniosacral system influences many body functions. By applying
gentle pressure to various positions on the skull and spine, the rhythm of the pulse normalizes and the positive
effects can be quite pronounced. Excellent for stress, alleviating TMJ, chronic pain, headaches, and whiplash.
$65/hr, $35 ½ hr
Reflexology - Reflexology is based on the understanding that there are nerve endings, zones and reflexes in the
hands and feet that correspond to and connect with all parts, glands and organs of the body. Manipulating
specific reflexes removes stress, placing the body in a parasympathetic healing state. With stress removed and
circulation improved, the body is allowed to return to a state of homeostasis.
$65/hr, $35 ½ hr
Guided Imagery - To the body, images created in the mind can be almost as real as actual events. This gentle yet
powerful tool focuses and directs the imagination, involving the body, the emotions, and all the senses. In this
interactive process you will learn how to shift your mind from thoughts of fear to thoughts of healing. Guided
imagery may be incorporated to lessen headaches and pain, reduce anxiety and ease the adverse effects of
chemotherapy, especially nausea, depression and fatigue.
$75 hour, $40 ½ hour
Essential Breathing Techniques - In today’s stress-filled world, we do not take the time to breathe properly and
abundantly. In this one-hour facilitated session, learn deep, diaphragmatic breathing techniques to experience
reduced stress, relief from chronic pain, and increased energy and vitality.
$65/hr, $35 ½ hr
Clinical Hypnotherapy - Hypnosis is a valuable tool for changing unwanted habits or behaviors. Hypnosis works
by guiding a person into a deeply relaxed state, in which the unconscious mind is most open to hearing positive
suggestions and images. During this deep relaxation, you are in control at all times. Hypnosis is especially
supportive for pain control, stress relief, surgical recovery and healing, reducing adverse effects of chemotherapy,
managing specific chronic illnesses, smoking cessation and weight management.
$90 hour, $45 ½ hour
Preparing for Surgery, Chemotherapy or Radiation - Would you like to take a more active role in your healing
process? Research has shown that people who prepared for their surgery or treatment path had less pain, fewer
complications, responded better and recovered sooner. Utilizing cutting edge visualization and mind-body
techniques, you will learn to bring forward empowering, health-enhancing qualities such as calmness, optimism
and peacefulness, replacing damaging qualities such as helplessness, stress, depression and anxiety. This very
simple, yet very profound process consists of a facilitated session that can include your support person.
$75 hour
Shiatsu - This form of bodywork has its origins in the East. Like acupuncture, it deals with the flow of vital
energy along pathways in the body called meridians. Shiatsu uses the application of finger pressure to points
along the meridians as well as other manipulative techniques to affect the balance of energy in the body.
Shiatsu brings about a sense of relaxation and well-being and is extremely beneficial for stress-related disorders.
$65/hr
Pranayama Yoga Class for Continuing Students - Take your Yoga practice to the next level. This class places an
emphasis on deepening awareness of the body and understanding of alignment principles. Movements are
more flowing than in beginning classes. Knowledge of the basic poses is assumed, with posture variations and
breathing practices to help you deepen your experience.
$60/6 week session
Gentle Movement Class – This class combines different forms of gentle movement with breathing techniques to
encourage health and vitality for the mind, body and spirit regardless of physical limitations. Those not capable
of engaging in a strenuous workout can still relax, reenergize and feel good with these movements that can be
done either standing or seated.
Ongoing class/$10 per session
T’ai Chi Class - This ancient form of movement is designed to enhance health, relaxation, balance, flexibility
and strength. Practiced daily and properly, this gentle yet powerful exercise promotes mental tranquility,
improves physical fitness, and increases circulation. The student becomes aware of a new relationship between
the body and the mind, has better control of his or her body, develops internal strength, and eventually learns
to abandon fear and anxiety for inner calmness, self-empowerment and vitality.
$80/8 week session
Therapies and classes are not covered by insurance and must be paid for at the time of service.
Cash, check or credit card accepted.
Ask about our discounts for SMMC colleagues, volunteers and Wellness Center members.
Gift certificates are available at the Holistic Center and the Beehive Gift Shop.
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