Lisa Bertuzzi

Experiencing energy in different ways has helped me to reach new levels in my own empowerment, feeling integrated, alive, and fulfilled. Either in giving or in receiving from other gifted practioners, I have learned to listen to the many messages my body gives me and to embrace my own innate wisdom. This is what I want for you!

The techniques in this program have originated as a result of my own personal journey to live a balanced life. Seasonal allergies, eczema, digestive challenges, neck and back pain, sensitivity, anxiety and a lack of faith were challenges along the way. All of this affected my relationships, emotions, and the way I viewed myself and the world. I was disconnected from how my body felt and did not know how my body and energy could be connected. I just knew something was not working for me, but I did not know how to respond to it. In 1995, shortly before the passing of my mother, I was compelled to do Reiki healing. Immediately, my path became a clear part of my consciousness, as well as the seeds for working with you!

In 2004, I graduated from the Finger Lakes School of Massage and Hydrotherapy, which culminated into receiving New York State Licensure and National Certification in Massage Therapy. Previous to that, I graduated from the Ohashi Institute for Shiatsu in New York City and received certification as a Yoga teacher/therapist specializing in the Bateman System. Just recently I was attuned as a Reiki Master. Continuing related pursuits are active coursework in Holistic Nutrition through the Clayton College of Natural Health, numerous classes in massage therapy, movement therapy and dance, zen meditation, Chi Gong, energy kinesiology, nutrition and herbs, and hypnotherapy. My background in dance, tennis, elder care, and foreign language (through using the muscultature of the face and neck differently) also enhance and enrich my knowledge and practice.

I have worked with senior populations both for Classen Home Health and the Lakeside Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in Ithaca, NY, and Healing Works and Dorot, in New York City, providing rehab care, and giving Reiki healing and individualized Yoga sessions. I have also created and taught Yoga classes for all age groups incorporating the techniques offered in this program, and have my own private bodywork practice. For eight years, I have worked as a financial editor and have taught German, French, and English as a second language.