Holistic Aromatherapy

Heal your body, mind, and spirit using the power of essential oils.

Heal your body, mind, and spirit using the power of essential oils.

Are you seeking a natural and holistic way to improve your mental, emotional, and physical well-being? And did you know that our sense of smell has the power to trigger and increase memory, change our mood, and boost our immune system? In Holistic Aromatherapy you will find the foundations for harnessing this power and self-healing with essential oils, including the additional benefits of practical applications based on Chinese Medicine. Discover the healing connection between aromatherapy and Chinese Medicine, and learn about key essential oils—peppermint, lavender, rose, eucalyptus, and many more—and their unique personalities and applications. Find out how to apply essential oils on acupressure points for enhanced benefits and make an essential bath oil, scrub, spray, or steam inhalation, as well as simple massage techniques and compresses for pain relief. Whether you need relief from a common cold, have a digestive concern, or suffer from back and neck pain, or if you are looking to improve your memory or seeking relaxation and a calm mind, enter the scent-filled world of Holistic Aromatherapy for overall self-care and rejuvenation.

Marc J. Gian (L. Ac, LMT) is a sought-after aromatherapy practitioner and teacher. He has developed an in-depth course series for professionals on the clinical applications of essential oils. Since 2007, he has been a clinical supervisor at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, as well as the designer and teacher of the essential oils curriculum for the college. Along with frequent teaching engagements, Marc maintains a private practice in New York City with a focus on addressing the mental and emotional issues associated with illness. He is also a co-founder of the Meridian Biologix line of professional essential oils, with blends based on traditional Chinese medicine pattern diagnosis. He is about to release a webinar series on the five elements and essential oils. He is a regular teacher at the New York Open Center and was recently a speaker at the Alliance of International Aromatherapists conference in Denver, Colorado. He lives in New York.