activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 7
- Direct Bio-Touch Healing Sessions Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeProvides personal Bio-Touch healing sessions at its Tucson center on a donation basis, offering accessible direct healing services to the public.
- Direct Bio-Touch Healing Sessions Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeProvides personal Bio-Touch healing sessions at its Tucson center on a donation basis, offering a low-cost option for individuals to experience the healing technique.
- Distribution of Bio-Touch Educational Materials Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeDistributes and sells a range of training materials to teach Bio-Touch, including an eBook training manual with video links, a physical training manual with DVD, printable posters and pocket manuals, and bundled digital resources. Also offers free workbooks on specific health conditions designed for use with full training.
- Distribution of Bio-Touch educational materials Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeOffers and sells a range of educational resources including e-books, training manuals (in print and digital), workbooks for specific health conditions, printable posters and pocket guides, and supplementary tools like the BIO-BALL to demonstrate the technique’s principles. These materials support self-learning and structured training in Bio-Touch.
- Provision of Bio-Touch healing sessions and outreach Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeProvides personal Bio-Touch healing sessions at its Tucson, Arizona center on a donation basis, along with low-cost classes offered in-person and online. Also hosts weekly live streams and podcasts on healing and Bio-Touch, available via YouTube.
- Public Education and Outreach Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeHosts weekly live streams and podcasts on YouTube to discuss healing and Bio-Touch, and sells a "BIO-BALL" to demonstrate conductivity principles related to the Bio-Touch technique.
- Public Outreach and Awareness via Digital Media Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeHosts weekly live streams and podcasts discussing healing and Bio-Touch, made available on YouTube to engage and educate a broader audience.
research · 3
- Research on Bio-Touch Healing Effectiveness Bio-Touch and BIA® ResearchConducts and publishes scientific research exploring the biological effects of Bio-Touch Healing, including studies on stress reduction, immune response, genetic activity, quality of life, and pain reduction, utilizing methods like brain imaging, immune markers, and genetic analysis.
- Scientific Research on Bio-Touch Healing Bio-Touch and BIA® ResearchConducts and publishes scientific research on the biological and psychological effects of Bio-Touch, including studies using brain imaging, immune markers, and genetic analysis. Research has demonstrated measurable reductions in stress, anxiety, and pain, improvements in immune response, gene activity related to infection and cancer defense, and enhanced quality of life.
- Scientific research on Bio-Touch healing effects Bio-Touch and BIA® ResearchConducts and publishes research on the biological and psychological effects of Bio-Touch, including studies measuring stress reduction, pain relief, immune response, gene activity, cortisol levels, heart rate, and emotional state. Research includes controlled studies with participants and uses brain imaging, immune markers, and genetic analysis.
capacity building · 4
- Bio-Touch Healing Education Programs Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeOffers holistic healing touch education programs taught by certified instructors, including in-person or virtual classes to teach the Bio-Touch technique. These programs are available at the organization's Tucson, Arizona center and online, with low-cost enrollment options.
- Bio-Touch Healing Education and Training Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeOffers holistic healing touch education programs, including in-person and virtual classes, e-books, training manuals, and certification programs for individuals to become Bio-Touch practitioners. These materials teach a touch-based healing practice claimed to reduce stress, pain, and symptoms of disease.
- Bio-Touch healing education and certification programs Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeOffers in-person and virtual classes, certification programs, and training materials to teach individuals the Bio-Touch healing technique. Certification is available for those completing the program, supporting a global network of practitioners.
- Certification for Bio-Touch Practitioners Bio-Touch Healing Training and PracticeOffers certification programs for individuals to become certified Bio-Touch practitioners, part of a global program that includes training materials and online trainings.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Accessible Integrative Healthcare Education integrative_healthcare_educationThe organization provides educational programs and presentations on Bio-Touch, making integrative healthcare practices accessible to everyone, and trains practitioners to deliver these healing sessions within their communities.
- Bio-Touch as a Complementary Touch Therapy complementary_touch_therapyThe organization utilizes Bio-Touch, a gentle, light-touch technique applied to specific body points, to complement medical care, alleviate pain and stress, and support the body's natural healing processes without requiring special abilities or beliefs.
- Bio-Touch: A Gentle, Point-Specific Touch Healing Technique bio_touch_healingThe organization utilizes Bio-Touch, a simple, gentle, and point-specific touch healing technique that involves applying light finger pressure on specific body points to stimulate relaxation, alleviate pain and stress, and support the body's natural healing abilities. This technique is designed to be accessible and effective for everyone, without requiring special abilities or beliefs.
- Community-based practitioner training and certification model practitioner_training_modelThe organization trains and certifies practitioners to deliver Bio-Touch sessions and teach others in their communities, using a tiered certification system that increases responsibility and teaching authority. This model enables scalable dissemination of the technique while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Education and research integration model integrative educationBio-Touch is incorporated into academic and research settings, particularly in nursing education, where students are certified in the technique to conduct studies on its impact, advancing both clinical understanding and integrative healthcare practice.
- Egalitarian and Empowering Approach to Healing egalitarian_healingThe organization promotes an egalitarian approach to healing, asserting that Bio-Touch is effective for all practitioners regardless of experience and encourages individuals to take responsibility for their healthcare.
- Integrative and Complementary Healthcare Approach integrative_complementary_healthcareThe organization promotes Bio-Touch as an integrative and complementary therapy to standard medical care, emphasizing its role in holistic healing and its ability to work alongside conventional treatments to address various health conditions and promote natural healing without negative side effects.
- Integrative touch-based healing methodology integrative_healthcareBio-Touch is a gentle, point-specific touch technique that stimulates the body's natural self-healing mechanisms and is designed to complement conventional medical care, not replace it. The method uses light finger pressure on specific body points to promote relaxation, reduce pain and stress, and support overall well-being, without requiring special abilities, belief systems, or medical training.
- Practitioner Training and Certification for Community Dissemination practitioner_training_disseminationThe organization trains practitioners through educational programs and a tiered certification system to enable them to provide Bio-Touch healing sessions and teach workshops within their communities, thereby disseminating the technique widely and fostering a global community dedicated to service and self-awareness.
- Tiered Practitioner Certification and Training tiered_certification_modelThe organization employs a tiered certification system to authorize and empower practitioners to teach Bio-Touch workshops and trainings, fostering a community of service and self-awareness.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Bio-Touch Research Initiative
Supports and disseminates scientific research on the physiological effects of Bio-Touch, including stress reduction, immune response, and pain relief
Bio-Touch Training Program
Offers downloadable training materials and online instruction to teach individuals how to perform Bio-Touch, including options for certification
Free Health Condition Workbooks
Provides educational workbooks on using Bio-Touch for specific health conditions such as back pain, asthma, autism, and Alzheimer’s
relationships · 9
who they work with
- A&M University Commerce, Texas Partner — Carole A McKenzie, Associate Professor of Nursing, is affiliated with this university and published research on Bio-Touch.
- Carol McKenzie RN, PhD Partner — Conducted research on Bio-Touch's effectiveness in reducing stress, pain, and disease symptoms.
- Gary E. Schwartz, Ph.D. Partner — Professor and author who wrote the foreword for the book "Bio-Touch: Healing With The Power In Our Fingertips".
- Gary Schwartz PhD Partner — Conducted research on Bio-Touch's effectiveness in reducing stress, pain, and disease symptoms.
- JustTouch.com Partner — Operates the appointment and membership platform for Bio-Touch services in Tucson.
- Kenna Stephenson MD Partner — Conducted research on Bio-Touch's effectiveness in reducing stress, pain, and disease symptoms.
- University of Arizona Partner — Partnered with Dr. Gary Schwartz, PhD, on research into Bio-Touch, including surveys and cardiovascular correlates.
- University of Texas Health Center at Tyler Partner — Partnered on a Bio-Touch Research Project investigating effects on cardiovascular and immune systems, stress hormone levels, and quality of life.
- Yuba City, CA Government — Location associated with Dr. Mike Blanchard, MD, a practicing physician using Bio-Touch.