Jesse is a certified CranioSacral Therapist, and a certified Ayurvedic Consultant specializing in Ayurvedic Massage. He is nationally certified in therapeutic massage, and is a licensed massage therapist. Jesse is also a practitioner member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association.
Recently, Jesse completed a 200 hour externship at the Upledger Institute, providing CranioSacral Therapy to patients recovering from severe brain and spinal cord injuries, paralysis, spasticity, speech impediments, and musculoskeletal issues. His externship included personal experience working with Dr. John Upledger.
Jesse also recently completed a 500 hour training program in Ayurvedic massage (Abhyanga), Marma therapy and Pancha Karma therapy with Drs. Light and Bryan Miller.
Radiating an intellectual light that is suffused with a deeply compassionate nature, Jesse brings together the healing techniques of east and west.
In 1985, as a young man of 20, Jesse began a study of yoga and meditation which built the foundation for his bodywork practice. The energy and experience he brings to the massage table includes many hours of sitting at the feet of spiritual scholars, studying Sanskrit, Vedanta and volunteering his talents in charitable work.
Articles on Ayurveda and CranioSacral Therapy by Jesse Arana
» Clinical Applications of Craniosacral Therapy
» Abhyanga with Marma Massage: a Sequence for Two Therapists
» CranioSacral Calling: My Personal Journey
» Palpation in CranioSacral Therapy Compared to Other Modalities
» Stillpoint: a Gentle CranioSacral Intervention
» My Ayurveda and Panchakarma Training - Washington