Brigitte Koch began her career in education in 1984 in the Netherlands, teaching German and serving as a student counselor. Her journey into reflexology began in 2001, sparking a passion that has defined her professional life ever since. She became a certified reflexologist and later an instructor at a reflexology training institute. Brigitte developed the first course on “Reflexology & Stress” in 2010 and has since created training programs covering a range of subjects, including detoxification, sleep issues, high sensitivity, dementia, chakra work, grounding, and respiratory health.
Lecture and Workshop: The Vagus Nerve and Positive Health
In her upcoming presentation, Brigitte will delve into the essential role of the vagus nerve in promoting positive health. She will cover the anatomy and functions of the vagus nerve, its influence on the body, and the effects of various factors on its performance. Participants will learn how respiration impacts vagus nerve activity and explore practical techniques to stimulate the nerve, fostering calmness, tranquility, and improved stress coping mechanisms. Her workshop will include easy-to-implement breathing and foot reflexology exercises designed to support vagus nerve activation, providing tools that clients can remember and use independently.
Franziska Windeiser has dedicated her career to exploring the connection between reflexology and self-awareness, with a special focus on how the feet reveal aspects of a person’s character and inner world. Her work emphasizes understanding reflexology as a tool for self-reflection and emotional insight, helping individuals discover their unique gifts and qualities.
Workshop: Feet as a Mirror of Our Souls
Franziska’s workshop invites participants to delve into the fascinating idea of feet as a reflection of our inner selves. She will guide attendees in interpreting the messages conveyed through the feet, showing how they reveal each person’s innate strengths, such as intellectual, emotional, or action-oriented traits. Participants will learn to recognize whether these qualities are being fully expressed or if certain patterns have been suppressed. This workshop promises to provide valuable insights into personal growth and self-understanding through reflexology, helping individuals connect with their core qualities and potential.
Guy Boitout is a distinguished osteopath and reflexologist from France, known for his expertise in the field of reflexotherapy. He holds a diploma in physiotherapy and has extensive training in reflexology, having studied under Martine Faure Alderson and later serving as her assistant. In 1994, he received his osteopathy diploma from ESO in England and CIDO in France. Guy is the creator of Occipito-Podale Reflexotherapy and has been teaching this method since 1998. He also founded the French Association of Reflexology and has authored two influential books on reflexotherapy, delving into its applications for the nervous and meningeal systems.
Workshop: Holistic Approach to Whiplash Injury in Reflexology
Guy’s workshop presents a holistic approach to treating whiplash injuries through reflexology. He will examine the concept of health, contrasting the World Health Organization’s definition with a holistic perspective. Participants will explore reflexology’s role in promoting physical and mental well-being and discuss the delicate balance between health and disease, including factors that disrupt this equilibrium. Guy emphasizes the importance of self-healing, explaining that while caregivers facilitate care, true healing is initiated by the patient. Through his Occipito-Podale Reflexotherapy, Guy aims to show how reflexology can support the body’s natural healing processes by addressing both physical and psychological aspects, providing participants with techniques to enhance internal healing.
Inge Cox is a highly skilled holistic coach and therapist with over 25 years of experience in trauma processing and color integration. Her background in naturopathy and medical science has led her to specialize in acupuncture, acupressure, color puncture, trauma recovery, various therapeutic massage techniques, and personal coaching. Inge’s practice goes beyond traditional approaches, incorporating innovative methods that utilize color and light frequencies to promote physical, emotional, and energetic balance. She is also a passionate educator, offering live and online workshops in Belgium and the Netherlands, where she shares her insights on the healing potential of color integration and light therapy, particularly in trauma processing.
Lecture and Workshop: Trauma Reflexology & Massage on the Feet
In her session, Inge will introduce participants to “Trauma Reflexology & Massage on the Feet,” an integrative approach combining colors, scents, crystals, and geometric shapes to achieve a deep therapeutic effect. She will explain how these elements can be used to alleviate physical discomfort while fostering emotional and mental healing. Through demonstrations and practical examples, Inge will inspire attendees to explore these methods’ transformative effects and equip them with skills to enhance their own practice. This unique session promises a comprehensive look at how reflexology and foot massage can serve as powerful tools for holistic trauma recovery.
Kevin and Barbara Kunz are renowned experts in the field of reflexology, widely recognized for their pioneering research and educational contributions to the practice. With decades of experience, the Kunzes have dedicated their careers to advancing reflexology through a scientific lens, producing numerous publications, studies, and resources that have shaped how reflexology is understood and practiced globally. They continue to be active researchers, educators, and authors, sharing their insights with reflexologists worldwide.
Online Lecture: Reflexology Research with Dr. Posse
In this engaging online lecture, Kevin and Barbara Kunz will present their latest research conducted alongside Dr. Posse, offering a closer look at reflexology from a scientific perspective. Participants will gain valuable insights into the methodology, findings, and implications of their study, which aims to deepen the understanding of reflexology’s effects and benefits. Through their detailed exploration, the Kunzes will provide reflexologists with practical knowledge to enhance their approach and foster greater awareness of reflexology’s impact on health. This session is a unique opportunity to learn directly from two of the field’s leading researchers, making it a must-attend for anyone passionate about reflexology.
Nicole Van Beek is a dedicated reflexologist and holistic health practitioner with nearly two decades of experience. Since 2006, she has run her practice, IDUNA – Gezond Genieten, located in Lokeren, Belgium, where she focuses on a comprehensive approach to health. Her work is anchored in three pillars: coaching, massage, and reflexology, each enhanced by aromatherapy and Bach remedies. Nicole’s goal is to promote both physical and mental well-being through natural and effective practices, helping clients achieve balance across physical, emotional, and energetic dimensions.
Lecture and Workshop: Reflexology & Aromatherapy
In her lecture and workshop, Nicole Van Beek will explore the powerful combination of reflexology and aromatherapy to foster a deeper level of relaxation and healing. Through practical demonstrations, she will reveal how essential oils can complement reflexology techniques to reduce stress and optimize energy flow in the body. Nicole will also discuss her unique four-dimensional approach to achieving balance across body, mind, emotions, and energy, showing participants how these techniques can lead to profound, positive changes in overall well-being. This session promises to inspire reflexologists to expand their practice by incorporating aromatherapy for enhanced client care.
Orlando Volpe is a reflexologist and wellness practitioner with a specialized focus on the biochemical effects of reflexology on the nervous and hormonal systems. Since 2014, he has dedicated his research to exploring how reflexology influences mental health conditions such as depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and chronic stress. Orlando brings a unique perspective that bridges holistic health with measurable scientific principles, aiming to explain reflexology’s impact on body chemistry in a way that resonates with both practitioners and the scientific community.
Lecture and Workshop: Effects on the Hormonal and Neurotransmitter System Caused by Reflexology Treatments: A Biochemical Explanation
In this lecture, Orlando Volpe will provide an in-depth look at how reflexology can influence key biochemical processes within the body. By focusing on specific components such as the prefrontal cortex, limbic system, cortisol, serotonin, dopamine, and thyroid hormones, he will demonstrate how reflexology stimulates changes in neurotransmitters and other biochemical factors. Orlando will discuss reflexology’s role in improving blood circulation, cellular respiration, immune response, and mitochondrial function, offering a deeper understanding of the mechanisms behind reflexology’s therapeutic effects on both mental and physical health.
With clear, accessible explanations, Orlando will guide participants through the biochemical foundations of reflexology, enhancing practitioners’ ability to communicate reflexology’s benefits to clients and medical professionals alike. A practical workshop will be available for hands-on learning, allowing attendees to explore these concepts in action.
Paul Harvey is an experienced, nationally certified Clinical Reflexologist, Paul is a member of ICR, ARCB and the Reflexology Association of California. He has maintained a thriving Reflexology practice for more than 40 years, working for over 20 of those years as the Reflexologist for a team of five Medical Doctors at the world famous Whitaker Wellness Medical Clinic in Southern California. With this extensive experience as a Clinical Reflexologist, Paul created & teaches a series of “Condition Specific Technique” workshops, integrating Foot, Hand & Ear Reflexology, as well as Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) combined with Reflexology. Paul was most recently published in Prevention Magazine and a featured speaker at the 2021 ICR Conference and the 2024 Reflexology Association of America Conference. Extra: and ARCB member, Chairman of the Foundation for Health Research, Paul was Past Chairman of the National Health Federation, a past Board member of the Reflexology Association of California, and has been a consultant to the Reflexology Association of America.
Lecture and Workshop: Condition Specific PNF Stretch – A Reflexology Protocol Addressing Gait and Movement Challenges in MS, Parkinson’s Disease, and Stroke Survival
In this presentation, Paul Harvey will provide reflexologists with practical tools to improve the quality of life for individuals facing gait and movement challenges due to conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s Disease, and stroke. Drawing on decades of experience and extensive case studies, Paul will introduce a modified Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) stretch technique, designed specifically for inclusion in reflexology sessions. This protocol has been developed over 25 years of clinical practice, particularly focusing on medical conditions that affect movement and mobility.
Paul will demonstrate how to incorporate this PNF stretch within a reflexology treatment, highlighting the benefits for clients with neurological conditions. The presentation will include live demonstrations and interactive breakout sessions, giving participants hands-on experience with the technique. Paul’s session will equip reflexologists with confidence in addressing complex mobility challenges, ensuring that reflexology can be a key component in improving clients’ functional outcomes.
This workshop will be an excellent opportunity for practitioners to expand their skills in reflexology and its integration with therapeutic stretching techniques, offering a comprehensive approach to supporting clients with neurological conditions.
Sabine Van Laarhoven is a skilled reflexologist and health practitioner based in Belgium. She runs the Azura Health Practice, where she specializes in helping women with fertility concerns, pregnant women, and young children. Sabine combines reflexology, massage, and health advice to support her clients’ well-being. Through her educational center, Happy Hands Academy, she teaches reflexologists and other therapists about the health benefits of reflexology and specific techniques to improve wellness for her target audience. Sabine has seen remarkable results with reflexology, particularly in supporting women who wish to conceive, pregnant women seeking natural childbirth, and those with breech presentations.
Workshop: Reflexology Techniques to Induce Labor and Turn a Breech Presentation
Sabine Van Laarhoven will offer a practical workshop on using reflexology to induce labor and turn a breech presentation. In her work with pregnant women, Sabine has achieved impressive outcomes, especially for clients who have experienced difficulty turning breech babies or have desired natural childbirth without medical interventions. In this workshop, she will share her experience and techniques for encouraging labor onset and helping to turn a breech presentation through targeted reflexology methods.
This session will focus on specific reflexology techniques that can help to stimulate uterine contractions, promote relaxation, and create favorable conditions for labor. Additionally, Sabine will share strategies to address breech presentations and help reposition the baby safely, using reflexology as a natural approach to these common pregnancy challenges. Participants will leave with practical tools and techniques to apply in their own practices to assist pregnant women in achieving more comfortable, natural pregnancies and births.
Sabine’s workshop will be a valuable addition to the “Positive Health by Reflexology” conference, as it emphasizes how reflexology can play a vital role in supporting both physical and emotional aspects of pregnancy.
Sonia Fischmann is an experienced reflexologist known for her innovative approach to stress prevention and management. Over the years, Sonia has developed a unique method that integrates plantar, palmar, facial, and ear reflexology techniques, using a combination of manual, thermal, and instrumental techniques to stimulate reflex points and zones. This multi-faceted approach aims to address stress from various angles, providing a holistic way to improve well-being and promote relaxation.
Workshop: Prevention and Management of Stress Through Combined Plantar, Palmar, Facial, and Ear Reflexology
In this workshop, Sonia Fischmann will teach participants how to use combined reflexology techniques to prevent and manage stress. Her approach incorporates reflexology applied to the feet (plantar), hands (palmar), face, and ears, allowing practitioners to address stress-related issues from multiple touchpoints on the body. By using manual manipulation, thermal applications, and instrumental methods, Sonia will demonstrate how to stimulate reflex points and zones that promote relaxation and help to restore balance.
The workshop will focus on how these reflexology techniques can be used to calm the nervous system, improve circulation, and alleviate physical symptoms of stress. Sonia’s method aims to offer both immediate relief and long-term benefits for stress management. Participants will gain practical skills to incorporate these combined reflexology techniques into their own practice, providing clients with a more comprehensive and effective approach to stress prevention and management.
This workshop will be a valuable addition to the “Positive Health by Reflexology” conference, offering participants new tools to support clients in managing modern-day stress in a natural and holistic way.
Stefanie is a National Certified Reflexology Educator with NCRE, teaching the Flocco Method – Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology and Advanced Ear Reflexology throughout the US as well as internationally in both English and German language since 2008. She has been a certified Reflexologist & Auriculotherapist with a private practice in Southern California for over 20 years.
Stefanie was originally trained in Foot Reflexology in 1996 in Germany, where she was born and raised. After coming to the United States in 2000, she became certified in Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology at the American Academy of Reflexology (AAR) in Los Angeles and with the American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB) in 2003. She was certified by the Auriculotherapy Certification Institute (AIC) with Terry Oleson in 2013.
Stefanie is past president of the Reflexology Association of California and past vice president of the Reflexology Association of America. She is current vice president of the World Reflexology Foundation. She also is a published author of the book Reflexology for Beginners.
Lecture and Workshop: Overcoming Addiction – A Wellness Approach with Integrated Foot, Hand, and Ear Reflexology
In this lecture, Stefanie Sabounchian will explore a holistic approach to supporting clients who want to overcome addiction, including smoking, nervous drinking, and sugar or food-related behaviors. With the increasing prevalence of smoking, alcohol use, and food addiction in Europe, this lecture will introduce how Integrated Foot, Hand, and Ear Reflexology can help in addressing these challenges. Stefanie will discuss how Reflexology can reduce stress, support detoxification, and assist clients in improving their overall well-being, while focusing on specific ear protocols for nicotine dependency, nervous drinking, and weight control. A live demonstration of these reflexology protocols will be shown, offering participants practical insight into how they can help clients on their journey to overcoming addiction.
During the hands-on workshop participants will learn the specific Ear Reflexology protocols for addiction. The workshop will allow participants to practice these protocols, gaining a deeper understanding of how to apply them effectively in their own reflexology practices.
Stefanie will guide attendees through each step, demonstrating the techniques used to support clients dealing with nicotine dependency, nervous drinking, and weight control, helping them integrate these methods into their holistic practice.
Susie Morrissey has a multifaceted background in pharmacy, holistic therapy, coaching, and corporate environments. She is currently a researcher at the University of Limerick, contributing to studies on psychotropic medication in the School of Medicine and infection prevention and control in the School of Nursing. With her expertise spanning both traditional pharmaceutical practices and holistic healthcare, Susie is dedicated to exploring how these fields can be integrated for better patient outcomes. Her focus is on understanding the emotional connections associated with physical health, particularly through reflexology, and how these emotional factors interact with prescribed medications.
Lecture and Workshop: Integration of Holistic Healthcare with Pharmacy Practices
In this lecture and workshop, Susie Morrissey will present an in-depth study on integrating holistic healthcare practices with pharmaceutical treatments, with a particular emphasis on foot reflexology. The lecture will explore the emotional associations linked to foot reflexes and how these emotions can be influenced by prescribed medications. Susie will discuss how emotional imbalances affect the physical body and how this interplay can impact both personal and professional relationships.
Participants will gain insights into how emotional health influences physical well-being and how reflexology can be used to address these emotional connections, especially in the context of pharmaceuticals. The workshop will provide a hands-on experience, where attendees can practice reflexology techniques designed to support emotional well-being, particularly for clients undergoing pharmaceutical treatments.
By combining the principles of reflexology with an understanding of pharmaceutical care, this session will offer participants a holistic approach to supporting their clients’ emotional and physical health.
Vera Krijn is a certified reflexologist with 30 years of experience in private practice in New York City. She specializes in sub-fertility, perinatal, and hormonal issues, and has worked in collaboration with the Fertility Clinic at New York University Hospital as the director of the fertility program at the Olive Leaf Wholeness Center. Vera currently practices alongside a high-risk obstetric practice and is deeply involved in the childbirth community. Her expertise has led her to teach workshops in both the USA and Europe, with her next sold-out workshop scheduled for May 17-18 in The Hague, The Netherlands.
Vera has served as president of the New York State Reflexology Association twice and has contributed lectures at both national and international conferences. She has written for various publications and led a “safe-birth” campaign in Burundi with the non-profit organization Village Health Work. In 2002, Vera was honored with the “Eunice Ingham Award” by the Reflexology Association of America for her contributions to the field, and her work was featured in a 30-minute program on NHK Japanese Television.
Workshop: A 360° Approach to Wellness and Health: The Role and Place of Reflexology
In this workshop, Vera Krijn will explore the evolving role of reflexology in the context of wellness and health. The session will cover the broad spectrum of wellness, from its roots in ancient traditions to its modern-day application in self-care. Vera will delve into the new science of fetal origins, explaining how the first nine months in the womb shape a child’s health for the rest of their life, and discuss the potential of reflexology to support this process.
The workshop will also focus on the importance of social and emotional health for children, especially in diverse family structures. Vera will provide insights on how reflexology can be integrated into family care and support overall well-being. Additionally, the role of reflexology in enhancing our biological age and promoting health will be explored, giving participants practical tools to incorporate these concepts into their own practices.
This hands-on workshop will offer participants the opportunity to learn and apply techniques that promote wellness and support the body’s natural healing processes.
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