Philosophy and Practice
Over the years it has become clear to me that the ways in which individuals react to stressors can be healing or harmful to the body and spirit. Children learn by example. We, as adults (whether we are teachers, parents, guidance counselors, baby sitters, cashiers, store owners etc.), set examples on a daily basis. Our mannerisms, comments and reactions are carefully noted. We make powerful impressions on youngsters who are within earshot or view.
It's our duty to become responsible in our reactions to environmental stressors - if not just for ourselves, for the health and well being of future generations. We can do this by becoming aware of our perceptions and reactions. Through my workshops I help participants fine-tune these skills. Through my books I address issues of parenting, family communication and stress management.
My approach to wellness is holistic and preventive. I combine conventional medicine with traditional disciplines ranging from herbal healing and vitamin supplementation to positive/guided imagery, Shiatsu, Therapeutic touch, and Reiki. I derive a great deal of satisfaction from using 'energy healing' techniques, and find it rewarding to customize healing methods specific to each individual patient, teaching paths of action rather than dictating linear prescriptions to follow.
Whereas conventional medicine sees 'a patient with a type of condition', I seek to understand the type of person who presents with each particular problem. Together, my patients and I strive to understand how and why symptoms and conditions develop, and we set out to resolve the deeper issues together. Healing is a process. Wellness is a delicate interplay among the mind, body and spirit. The relationship we have with ourselves is a choice we make.
To contact Nancy Iankowitz MS, APRN,BC, FNP directly, email: nancy_iankowitz@yahoo.com