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Jonathan Knipping

Jonathan has always had an interest in philosophy, mysticism and spirituality. After surveying Eastern and Western philosophy and religious studies in college, he began to seriously explore the mind-body connection when he took up the study of Aikido in 1999. This led him to the practice of Taijiquan/qigong, classical Yoga, and Meridian Touch™. In addition to his Meridian Touch instructor certification, Jonathan holds a BA from Grinnell College, a Sandan (third degree black belt) in Aikido from Aikikai Aikido World Headquarters in Tokyo, and a Yoga Siromani (Teacher of Yoga) certification from the Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres. He is currently working on his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago and expects to graduate in May, 2012.

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Jennifer O’Hara, Dipl ABT

As an acupressure therapist Jennifer weaves together Acupressure, Five Element Theory, the psychotherapeutic techniques of Internal Family Systems Therapy and the Hakomi Method, mindfulness meditation and ki exercises. This marriage of Eastern and Western healing practices supports not only health, but also deepens the journey to personal sanity and authenticity.

In her work with clients who live with chronic conditions, she teaches the movement and breath of Meridian Touch. This practice brings a dynamic, somatic depth that empowers clients with their own exploration of well being. Jennifer is grateful to see people let go of levels of tension and settle into joy.

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