How to Choose a Practitioner
Let's say you've collected a bunch of business cards and now you need to figure out how to choose a practitioner. It is easier than you think! Call them on the telephone and ask them to tell you about their services. You're not being pushy or wasting their time. Ask them what their specialty is, they should be happy to tell you where their expertise lies. Tell them briefly the reason for your interest and ask if they've had experience in your area of concern. Don't waste their time with unnecessary chat, but spend enough time to feel comfortable taking the next step of making an appointment. Don't be afraid to ask if they have first time client discounts or introductory offers. Ultimately, it is all about relationship -- your instincts will tell you if this is the right person for you.These are just a few of the ways we can find each other. As we move through time there will be more and better alternatives to mind, body, and spirit health. Companies who sponsor expos provide a great service to bring the practitioner community and consumers together in a holistic supermarket where the products and services can be evaluated, considered, bought and sold in a face-to-face environment. The Internet helps give us information and resources to help along the way.
About this contributor: Dianne McDermott is a Shamballa Reiki master and is certified in Advanced Usui Reiki Level 3 with more than 10 years experience in the Usui tradition. In addition to practicing the Inca Medicine traditions, she uses Eastern medicines and philosophies in a holistic approach to healing in her Shamballa Reiki teaching company, Shamballa Spirit. She also a partner in My Holistic Network[/i, a company providing marketing events and services to mind, body, spirit companies. Dianne has a masters degree in social work with specialty in female adolescent issues and trauma. Dianne is also a 20 year veteran of marketing high tech products and services.
