Elizabeth Lee

Bioholistic Practitioner Since 1974

NOW AVAILABLE IN RESTON, GEORGETOWN AND CAPITAL HILL

"Self-Help is the key to obtaining and maintaining well being"

WHAT IS BIOHOLISTICS?

Bioholistics is the study of the relationships between living systems. It is concerned with the holistic integration of mind and body with the environment. Bioholistic studies incorporate, though not exclusively, the concepts of Bioenergetics and Biodynamics. It is more concerned with the ultimate relationship between the inner-self (the spirit) and the outer-self (the universe) and the body that goes in between.

To better understand yourself, your attitudes and behaviors, is to acknowledge that your body, mind and spirit function in the greater environment to create a whole being. In Bioholistic therapy the human body is accepted as a microcosm. Initiating change and the self-discovery resultant in that effort are central in Bioholistic therapy. As a Bioholistic therapist, Elizabeth enjoys reaching deeply through light touch, as well as affecting physical release, through deep, musculo-skeletal technique. All change is measured through the physical body and each individual's interpretation thereof. Elizabeth, who often serves as an advocate for her clients, works cooperatively with primary physicians and all care-giving teams, to facilitate the greatest, individualized well-being.

A DIVERSITY OF TECHNIQUES

Therapeutic Massage - An initial consultation will begin to determine the weak links of the client with an intention of designing a healing program.

Zen Shiatsu - A partnership of healing therapy between client and practitioner that increases flexibility, and range of motion. Great for yoga aspirants.

Spa Massage - A choreographed session for relaxation and tension release; a feel-good massage without consultation.

Doula Massage - Designed specifically for the stresses of pregnancy, delivery and postpartum recovery for mother and baby.

Integrated Foot Reflexology - The foot is a microcosm of the body, which can be massaged and manipulated to assist in healing the whole body.

Breathing Techniques - For relaxation, empowerment and healing.

Neuro-Linguistic Programing - a practitioner since 1977, these techniques are used to increase self-awareness and release life patterns, assisting the client to initiate his or her own healing.

Death Midwife - Healing touch, combined with meditation and breath techniques are used to ease the transition from this world to the next.

Touch for Health - An instructor since 1977, Elizabeth uses applied kinesiology techniques for assessment and therapy.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN A SESSION WITH ELIZABETH

A first session can easily last 2 hours. I'll ask you to do a few movements for a brief kinesthetic overview and then you will receive a selected variety of therapy techniques. I'll assess acupressure and reflex points, muscular tone and range of motion of joints. Abdominal palpation will reveal inflammation and/or toxic conditions. Spinal massage can reveal neural involvements and finally neck and head therapy releases acute or chronic stress.

Recommendations?

• Call well in advance for a session
• Get someone else to drive
• Drink water, eat lightly �" NO coffee
• Take a salt or oatmeal bath that evening
• Record your thoughts, feelings, and dreams

Costs?

In my studio here in Sperryville, the first therapeutic session is $150   Follow-up sessions will be 1 1/2 hours and cost $100 for each session.

Travel sessions are $150.  Available in Reston and Capital Hill at the moment.  Ask about scheduling.

 

CONDITIONS THAT RESPOND WELL TO ELIZABETH'S THERAPY

• Headaches/migrain
• Foot and Back Pain
• Cleansing and Rejuvenation
• Allergies
• Edema
• Kidney-Related Ailments
• Paralysis
• Post Surgical Recovery
• Stress-Related Dysfunction
• Traumatic Injury Recovery

ABOUT ELIZABETH LEE

As an adjuvant*, Elizabeth Lee has explored self-healing as a life work since 1974. She believes in the power of the individual to affect the whole.

"I designed and earned a B.S. in Wholistic Health Sciences from Columbia Pacific University in 1985 and then studied Pediatric Tui-na in Shanghai, China, and certified students in Jamaican Foot Therapy," Elizabeth says.

Early on in my practice I observed that I could only do 8 or 9 sessions weekly and continue to love my work. I have kept that pace for 32 years. "Life is a Marathon, not a sprint." My studies began in nutrition that led me to a macrobiotic lifestyle for seven years while I avidly studied three different styles of Shiatsu Massage.

Chinese Medicine came next for me and I worked with this concept for 12 years even giving up my practice to garden to better embody the 5-element theory. Later I assumed what I believe to be a more North American native regime and continue to pursue that path through Biodynamics and native herbals and oils.

Many of my clients have been extremely intelligent, savvy in their fields of psychiatry, education, social services, and counseling. I credit them hugely for my education through their willingness to pursue health and share that journey with me. Change is definitely easier if the emotional work is in process.

To better understand human perception I studied Neuro-Linguistic Programming in 1977. My love affair with Milton Erickson (the master of hypnotherapy, etc.) is as sincere today.

For the past few years I've been fascinated by the neurology of the human body and the study of right/left brain processing. I work ambidextrously and use yoga, tai chi, and walking to rejuvenate my body.

Continuing on the personal note I am a single adoptive mother of two grown children, 37 and 22. Grama is a role I'm enjoying like no other. Samantha (12) comes to Grama's for the summer in the country. Grandson Nicholas just had his fourth birthday.  I was the doula for my daughter for both my grandcildren.

I began visiting Rappahannock County in the early 1980's while living in Middleburg, Virginia and I knew almost immediately that I didn't want to live any where else in all of America.  I have maintained my private practice on Historic Main St., in Sperryville, Virginia since 1997.

*An Adjuvant is an assistant to the healing process. Whether facilitating physical fitness, mental equilibrium or spiritual awareness, an adjuvant primarily heals one's self and assists others secondarily, to the level of his/her ability without attachment to outcome.   

January 28, 2009

Yes, it has been a long time since I've paid attention to my website.  My ibook completely failed and I hadn't properly backed up my work.  So this loss, and the same ol' Bush pushed my energy to an all time low.  Now that we have a new president and are full of hope I'm pulling myself back.  And I'm driving to 'town' a couple of days a week.  Which 'town'?  Well, from here we are usually talking about DC when we talk about going to town.  But I'm actually referring to Reston and Capital Hill. 

January 28, 2010
Well, this year was busy.  We created the Engham House Guest Rooms.  I attempted to get a reduced interest rate on my house which stands at 7.9%.  After months of calling I finally got a 'package' to request the modification.  Wachovia, now Wells Fargo, is the fourth owner of my mortgage.  Last week I got the notification that I was not going to be granted an interest rate reduction.  Instead they offered a 'short sale'.

"Miss Anne" Bellomy has joined me to make the Guest Rooms possible.  A 72 year old, spunky Texan, she keeps me focused and is a wonderful community coordinator.  Since I seem to be on a more reclusive path right now, this is a wonderful addition.  

I'll  be writing more about ALL GAMES that we are playing here in Sperryville so stay in touch.