Mindbody Acupressure with Gayl Hubatch

By Gayl Hubatch, OMD, LAc, LMT After studying and getting dis-enchanted with psychology in college, I turned to Eastern philosophy. In my early 20’s I became fascinated with Taoism and met an acupuncturist while living in Oregon. He also introduced me to Asian medicine. The philosophy of yin/yang seemed to answer the questions I had…

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Hooked on Acupressure

A Massage Therapy Instructor’s Reflection on Her Journey with Chi/Qi. by Dr. Gayl Hubatch OMD, LMT instructor I use acupressure for everything – from my own muscle stiffness after a workout, headache or trouble sleeping to giving hour-long treatments in my professional clinic. When my spouse or daughter has a headache or allergies, they are…

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Massage CEU: Regulating Qi with Jin Shin Do

By Dr. Gayl Hubatch, OMD “Jin Shin Do” means “The Way of the Compassionate Spirit.” Jin Shin Do® Bodymind Acupressure® classes teach the use of gentle yet deep finger pressure on specific acu-points and verbal Body Focusing techniques, to help release “armoring” or chronic tension and balance the “Qi” or energy. This clothes-on method helps…

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