JIN SHIN JYUTSU  ®

         PHYSIO-PHILOSOPHY 

Healing Art- Energizing body, mind and spirit 

    Mercedes was born in a small hamlet in Northern Peru. Since an early age she began learning Traditional Medicine from pioneers in the medical field studying the properties of medicinal herbs and the virtues of  energy healing. She studied the power of belief, faith, mythology and the arts in ancient and contemporary healing traditions.  
    In 1974, Mercedes began her 10-year apprenticeship with the Wisdom Keepers from the Andean countries. These elder teachers emphasize the knowledge of our physical, emotional and spiritual being in relationship with our community and our environment.  At this time, Mercedes lived in small communities in the Andes and assisted in creating health dispensaries that integrated allopathic medicine with traditional Andean methods of healing. She also participated in the developing of elementary schools in new formed migrant encampments along the Andean cities.

    In 1980, Mercedes becomes an American citizen and begins her formal studies in Traditional Naturopathic Medicine. She devotes herself to the the study and practice of  Anatomy, Botanical Medicine, Clinical Nutrition, principles of Oriental Medicine, Meditation, Philosophy, Homeopathy and Energy Healing.  She conducted her studies at the University of Pennsylvania under the mentorship of medical pioneers  Dr. Leo Roy M.D. N.D., and Dr. Bernard Jensen M.D..

  During 1981, Mercedes studied nutrition with Michio and Aveline Kushi, master teachers of  the Macrobiotic Universal Way of health and happiness and the creators of the cancer prevention diet. She also studied and incorporated into her practice Tibetan Buddhist and Indian teachings, the principles of Ayurvedic Medicine and the healing properties of fasting and Hatha Yoga.

   From 1985 through 1988, Mercedes deepen her studies and practice during several clinical internships positions at the Naturopathic Clinic and Research Center, directed by  Dr. Leo Roy M.D. N.D., Founder and President of the Canadian Naturopathic Association.

   In 1986 after graduating from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts she moved to the Catskill Mountains. Mercedes founded and directed  Art For All, School and Children's Museum.  A non-for-profit school providing holistic education integrating creativity and the Healing Arts.  She pioneered programs designed to  nurture the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual integration of students, teachers and the community. Programs in "Creativity and Healing", "Art and Spirituality". Art for All educational programs are multi-generational and  cross-cultural  providing a holistic approach to education in  public and private schools; Elder Hostels; Schools for the Blind, Programs for children with Autism; Correctional Facilities; Hospitals; Libraries and Colleges.  Community members participate in classes in Meditation, Art, Creativity and Healing, Visualization practices, Painting, Storytelling, Nutrition and Complementary Methods of Healing.  Mercedes integrates the benefits of the expressive arts in the treatment of acute health projects and affirms the importance of creativity and art as part of our life.

   Sine 1976 Mercedes has been an active member of the Foundation for Alternative Cancer Treatments. Mercedes counsels  families and medical personnel whose concerns are for those diagnosed with terminal illnesses. Since 1976 she has assists patients afflicted with life threatening health illnesses, cancer, immunological illnesses and  environmental induce disorders.  

After meeting teacher Mary Burmeister in 1992, Mercedes knew in her heart she will study and practice the rest of her life,  Jin Shin Jyutsu ®,  Jiro Murai and Mary Burmeister's Physio-Philosophy.  

   Mercedes feels that Jin Shin Jyutsu ®  is the Art of Healing she had been searching for all her life.  Gratefulness for Teacher Mary Burmeister for the experience of her own transformation, brings Mercedes to be a dedicated practitioner of Jin Shin Jyutsu.

  Since 1992 Mercedes continues her studies and practice in Jin Shin Jyutsu and assists her clients-students and friends with enthusiasm for their Well-Being,  she encourages the practice of self-knowledge  and inspires them to deepen their spiritual practice.  Mercedes is known for her devotion, compassion and her talent to share and help others in the path to wholeness.  Mercedes believes that the experience of Well Being includes health individually, in the community and globally.

                                                       Mercedes Cecilia

                                                Jin Shin Jyutsu ®

                                    Certified Practitioner since 1992

                                    For more information:

     or  e-mail :   being@jinshinjyutsu-mercedes.com

Healing is possible when we rest on the ground of compassion

and loving-kindness. 

            Please Inquire about:

        Group classes in Jin Shin Jyutsu Self-Help

      * Special class and sessions for Mother/Father- and Child/ Children

     * After School  Jin Shin Jyutsu Self Help Classes.

     * Please feel free to ask for home session if preferred.

     * Travel available around the Catskills and Hudson Valley Region.

     *  The  Five days Healing Retreat.

         Evening hours and weekend appointments on request.

         Seniors and children special rates.

   Holistic Nutritional counseling with an awareness

   of how dietary choices are interrelated with the condition of  body,

   emotions, spirit and the environment.

                                 Healthy eating plans for the Whole person

                               Integrative & Individualized Nutritional plans

                                               Special Fun menus for children

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                             http://www.JSJinc.com

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                           Phone:  845-679-9258

  *    Jin Shin Jyutsu profoundly supports the healing process of body, mind and spirit, and is a valuable complement to, not necessarily a replacement for, conventional healing methods.