Dena Astin – Healing Touch Certified Practitioner / Practice Manager

Dena Astin is the Institute’s Practice Manager. She is also a healer, providing Healing Touch, an alternative method for healing body, mind, and spirit. Dena has a passion for healing the effects of physical trauma such as illness or surgery, as well as emotional trauma including grief, loss, and life transitions. Dena has witnessed profound experiences with clients who have chosen to include energy medicine in their healing journey. She believes the greatest gift we can give ourselves is the gift of healing. Those with a desire to heal mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually may benefit from Healing Touch.

CREDENTIALS:

  • Certified Healing Touch Practitioner
  • The Healing Touch Program is accredited by the American Holistic Nurses Association.
  • Associate’s Degree in Psychology
  • Health Care Management Technical Training

Therapy Specialities

Healing Touch

The goal of Healing Touch is to support the body’s natural self-healing process by restoring harmony and balance to the energy system. It is an evidence-based integrative therapy that is used widely in healthcare and private practices.

What do all those initials mean?
  • ACS – Approved Clinical Supervisor
  • CAP – Certified Addictions Professional
  • CRC – Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
  • Ed.D. – Doctor of Education
  • Ed.S. – Education Specialist
  • LAPC – Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
  • LPC – Licensed Professional Counselor
  • M.Ed. – Master of Education
  • MS – Master of Science
  • MSW – Master of Social Work
  • NCC – National Certified Counselor