SOOTHING

Soothing Separation Helping Anxious Dogs to Cope

by Julie Peterson

Separation anxiety is a common canine problem, diagnosed in as many as 40 percent of dogs seen by veterinary behavioral specialists. When the dog is left alone, it may serenade the neighbors, soil the house or cause damage. Stories abound of unstuffed couches, dugup floors, destroyed window coverings and dog injury from chewing out of a crate or trying to escape through windows.

In an article on separation anxiety syndrome (SAS) in the Journal of American Veterinary Medicine, Stefanie Schwartz, DVM, cites several studies that agree on common risk factors for SAS in dogs: history of traumatic separation, inexperience with being alone, excessive greetings and prolonged departures by owners, relocation and changes in routine or family structure.

Symptoms vary in scope and degree, but SAS is painful for both dog and parent. Repeatedly returning home to complaints from neighbors or considerable damage can cause owners to surrender their dogs.

Get the Diagnosis

If a dog is acting out, an assessment is needed to ensure that what seems like SAS isn’t caused by underlying conditions. Boredom, illness or canine cognitive dysfunction could result in actions and symptoms such as pacing or excessive salivating that mimic anxiety. If SAS is diagnosed, owners must understand that dogs aren’t exacting revenge and should never be punished for behavior exhibited when they are terrified, advise veterinarians.

Natural Solutions

Human Tricks

A 2018 study in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior suggests that petting a dog for one minute before leaving may make the dog calmer during separation. Some dogs feel safest when left in a crate covered with a blanket. The human attitude toward separation can be felt by the dog, as well, but some dogs simply need more help coping.

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Exercise

“I’ve tried medication and natural supplements, and have found that what works best for all three of my dogs is plenty of exercise. Long walks, especially in new locations with new smells, are a favorite,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a blogger at Keep the Tail Wagging and Dog Mom Style, in Marysville, Washington.

There is a physiological reason for engaging in walks guided by the dog’s nose. “The more the dog is able to take in scent, the more it triggers the seeking part of the brain, the more enriching life is for the dog and the more it calms them down,” says Mittsy Voiles, a behavior specialist at the Lake Mills Veterinary Clinic, in Wisconsin.

Food and Supplements

Good nutrition allows dogs to be more successful citizens. “If you make the baseline fundamentals good, it gives the dog the ability to think, process its environment and have less anxiety,” says holistic veterinarian Catherine Alinovi, at Healthy Pawsibilities, in Clearwater, Florida. Processed kibble with food coloring is doggie junk food. “Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food,” at NaturalAwakenings. com, suggests healthier feeding options.

Accessories

Diffusing calming essential oils may relax some dogs, but a mild scent for humans could supersaturate a dog’s olfactory organ, preventing them from smelling what’s necessary. Learning how to use essential oils safely around pets is critical. But the pacifying scent of natural pheromones that mimic the comfort of nursing are hard to beat; pheromone-based products in sprays, diffusers, wipes and collars can be found in natural-health stores and pet stores. “It’s

“I’ve tried medication and natural supplements, and have found that what works best for all three of my dogs is plenty of exercise."

How a dog is fed can also have an impact. Putting food in puzzle toys facilitates a brain exercise that improves confidence. “Dogs who spend part of their day working out puzzles are really engaging that opportunistic scavenger part of their biology,” says Voiles.

Commonly, pet owners are turning to the hemp plant derivative CBD as a calming aid. For those considering nutraceuticals, herbs and supplements, a holistic veterinarian can make recommendations. effective for dogs who need to feel safe or when adjusting to a new environment,” says Voiles.

ThunderShirts, special blankets and Dog TV are tried by many, but no one option works for every dog. “When people try things and don’t get improvement, they should seek a holistic veterinarian who can help figure out what is going on,” says Alinovi.

Julie Peterson writes about wellness and the environment. Reach out at Julie Peterson2222@gmail.com.

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by Trilby MacDonald N othing can stop nature from bursting forth in celebration of rebirth and renewal. The flowers are especially beautiful this year, thanks to the cool, wet spring, and everywhere we look, their beauty reminds us that life goes on. Dark-eyed anemones beckon, ruffled ranunculus dazzle and twirl, and multicolored alliums shoot up like fireworks. But with the governor’s Stay Home, Stay Safe order in place to slow the spread of COVID-19, spring and summer weddings, graduations and other flower-filled gatherings have been postponed or cancelled altogether.

That has not stopped the 17 members of the Michigan Flower Growers’ Cooperative from sharing their bounty. The co-op was founded in 2016 to help small, local farms break into the lucrative wholesale market by aggregating their product in a weekly marketplace. Open on Wednesday mornings from April through October, the market offers a convenient flower-shopping experience to compete with the popularity of online shopping where wholesale buyers can order flowers with next-day delivery from anywhere in the world.

“The flower co-op has been a fantastic sales outlet for my farm,” says Adrianne Gammie, co-op board president and owner of Marilla Field & Flora. “I can offer product to multiple customers in one place, and those customers can not only buy from me, but also from my fellow local flower farmers. Together, our offering is stronger than any of us are on our own, and everyone wins. The Wednesday morning market also serves as a social hub for the flower community and is a great place to connect and chat all things flowers.”

Registered buyers can preorder a wide variety of premium flowers and foliage from the co-op website. They can pick their orders up at the marketplace, where they also have the opportunity to shop the market floor, or have them delivered. The market offers retail hours and wholesale day passes for DIY brides and others who need large quantities of flowers for a single event. Until retail shops are allowed to reopen in Southeast Michigan, however, the market floor is closed and the

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Later in the season, the co-op will add a second delivery service where wholesale buyers can shop from the back of a bucket truck that comes right to their doors. The coop hopes this mini mobile market will tempt busy buyers who may not understand the difference in quality and variety offered by local farms compared to imported flowers.

As concerns about the environmental and health impacts of conventional agricul- ture have gone mainstream, the local food movement has seen thousands of local farms spring up across the country to meet demand for ecologically grown meats and vegetables. The local flower movement is also taking root, and many small-acre farms are discov- ering that flowers are among their most profitable crops. Wildly creative floral designers have some of Instagram’s hottest feeds, and millennial couples who want their weddings to support small businesses are spending huge sums on elaborate displays of local flowers. The boutique floral designers hired by these couples are the Michigan Flower Growers’ Cooperative’s biggest clients, where members are expanding their customer bases to include more retail florists, supermarkets, and event planners this season.

In 2018, the co-op won a grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for outreach and communications to offer professional devel- opment opportunities to the membership. “Winning the grant shows us that the state of Michigan understands the importance of cut flowers as an agricultural product, and the potential of this market to sustain small and mid-sized farms,” says Amanda Maurmann, co-founder of the co-op and owner of Gnome Grown Flowers. “We hope to connect with people from all ends of the floral trade to let them know about this amazing resource. For buyers, we offer a one-stop shop for the highest-quality cut flowers and foliage on the market. For growers, we offer educational seminars and meet-up opportunities all season long.”

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THURSDAY, JUNE 4 Ending Lead Poisoning Webinar – 6-7:30pm. There is no safe level of lead exposure. Get an overview oflead health effects, contamination sources, and what you can do to minimize exposure. Free. Register, Ecology Center: Tinyurl.com/ybfkrn3t.

SATURDAY, JUNE 6 Massage Training Open House – 11:30am-1pm. Connect with the school and learn about upcoming massage therapy training, with opportunities to complete your Application for Admittance and begin to enroll. Ann Arbor School of Massage, 6276 Jackson Rd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-769-7794. NaturopathicSchoolOfAnnArbor.net.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 7 Chalice Club – 10-11:30am. An opportunity to create sacred space in which to commune, nurture, share and play. Each month’s (1st Sun) gathering will center around a theme or question. For mature tweens, teens and adults. Donation. Via Zoom. Evenstar’s Chalice: EvenstarsChalice.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13 ICPJ Annual Meeting: Online – 1-3pm. All are welcome to attend the 2020 Annual Meeting, only current members can vote. Registration required: ICPJ.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 14 Online: Drew Nelson – 7:30pm. Free; donations accepted. More info: TheArk.org/ark-family-room-series.

TUESDAY, JUNE 16 Singing OUT: The Virtual Tour – 8:30pm. Because Pride must go on!$15. More info: TheArk.org.

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UMMA Book Club: Stories from the North

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Ypsi-Area Online Market – A collaboration between Growing Hope, The Farm at St. Joe’s, Zilke Farm Kitchen, and a growing list of area farmers and food producers. For pick-up sites & to shop: GrowingHope.net/ypsi-area-online-market.

sunday

Critter House Open Hours – Free and open to the public most Sundays, see our website for dates and times. Observe frogs, turtles, snakes, and more as they hop, crawl and slither in their homes. Leslie Science & Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-997-1553. LeslieSNC.org.

Huayen 1-Day Silent Meditation and Fasting Re

treat – 9am-5pm. 4th Sun. Due to the coronavirus, this class will be canceled until further notice. By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757-8567. HuayenWorld-usa. org/usa/en. Sunday Morning Yoga – 10-11am. Meet for a free 1-hr morning yoga flow. No experience necessary; just bring a calm, positive mind and your mat. Fjallraven, 213 S Main St, Ann Arbor. 734-585-5628. Fjallraven.us. Group Meditation – 10-11:30am. 45-min group meditation followed by a talk and sharing. Free. 1415 Miller Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-945-7612. Info@ InsightMeditationAnnArbor.org. Online Meditation from Anywhere – 11am-12pm. Building an international sangha by connecting loving hearts. Donations welcome. To receive a link: CelesteZygmont2@yahoo.com or DeepSpring.org. Sunday Talk with Demo Rinpoche – 11am-12pm. Jewel Heart Tibetan Buddhist Learning Center, 1129 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor. 734-994-3387. JewelHeart.org. Tibetan Buddhist Sunday Service – 11:15am. Join us for short sessions of sitting meditation, compassion meditation, teachings and discussion. Free. Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling, 614 Miner St, Ann Arbor. 734-649-2127. AnnArborKTC.org. Ann Arbor Storytellers’ Guild – 2-4pm. 4th Sun. Monthly meetings always start with stories and then more stories. Listeners and tellers welcome. Free. Nicola’s Books, 2513 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor. AnnArborStorytelling.org. Sunday Group Meditation – 5-6pm, sitting meditation; 6-6:30pm, mindful sharing. Deep Spring Center, 704 Airport Blvd, Ann Arbor. Info, Tana: 734-477-5848 or DeepSpring.org. Online: A Year of Human Healing: Guided Sitting Meditation – Thru July 12. 5:30-6:30pm. 2nd Sun. For beginners as well as experienced sitters. This monthly meditation will be focused on our connection to all beings and all things and healing the divisiveness in our world. $3 donation. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734- 905-7980. EvenstarsChalice.com.

Thich Nhat Hanh Meditation Group – 6:30- 8:30pm. Due to coronavirus, all of our sittings have been postponed indefinitely. Brother Phap Vu suggests that you begin reading, The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh. Brother Phap Vu is also offering an online course on The Miracle of Mindfulness at DharmaPathways.org/miracle. Also, we will be having online Dharma talks via Zoom. To register: 734-260-0273 or Kanzicek50@gmail.com. HuronRiverSangha.org. Inspiring Talk by Mata Yogananda – 7pm. Spiritual talk, pure meditation and silent prayer, with Winged Prayer for all in need at 9pm. Free. Self-Realization Meditation Healing Centre, 7187 Drumheller, Bath. 517-641-6201. SelfRealizationCentreMichigan.org. Sound Healing Concert – 7-9pm. Rare, therapeutic, chakra-tuned crystal bowls played with recorded soundscape music while reiki is sent to the audience. $20/at door. 3820 Packard, Ste 280, Ann Arbor. 734- 358-0218. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com.

monday

Energy Work/Self-Care Practices – 9-10am, Mon. Also Tues &/or Thurs, 6-7pm. $185. Peaceful Dragon School, 1945 Pauline Blvd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-741-0695. PeacefulDragonSchool.com.

Stretch and Strength Yoga – 10-11am. Build strength, increase flexibility and improve your overall fitness. $15/nonmember, $10/member. Better Living Fitness Center, 834B Phoenix Dr, Ann Arbor. 734-747-0123. BetterLivingFitness.com. Tai Chi Beginners – 10-11:15am, Mon. Also Tues, 2:30-3:45pm; Tues &/or Thurs, 7:15-8:30pm. $185. Peaceful Dragon School, 1945 Pauline Blvd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-741-0695. PeacefulDragonSchool. com. Classical Hatha Yoga – 10-11:30am. Due to coronavirus, class is canceled until further notice. Triple Crane Monastery and Convent, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757-8567. HuayenWorld.org/usa. A Course in Miracles Study Group – 6:45-8:45pm. Group reading and discussion of this popular Foundation for Inner Peace metaphysical book; includes study materials and text. Donation requested. Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth, 734-327-0270. InterfaithSpirit.org. Meditation Sitting Group – 7-8pm. Washington Street Educational Center, Room 114, Chelsea. More info, Carol Blotter: 734-475-0942. ChelseaMeditation.com. Meaningful Mondays – 8pm. SevaLight Retreat Centre warmly welcomes everyone, of all faiths, meditation practices and traditions, to join us virtual-

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tuesday

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Chelsea Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 1-5pm. Old US 12 / Main in CSB Lot, Chelsea. ChelseaFarmers Mkt.org.

ICPJ Climate Change and Earth Care Caucus

Meeting – 3-4:30pm. 2nd Wed. Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 1414 Hill St, Ann Arbor. icpj.org. Classical Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Due to coronavirus, class is canceled until further notice. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757-8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Tibetan Buddhist Meditation and Study – 7-8:15pm. Join us for silent sitting meditation followed by discussion of important Mahayana Buddhist topics such as developing compassion, training the mind, and understanding emptiness. Instruction provided. Free. Ann Arbor Karma Thegsum Chöling, 614 Miner St, Ann Arbor. 734- 649-2127. AnnArborKTC.org.

thursday

Huayen Buddhist Movement and Meditation – 10-11:30am. Due to the coronavirus, class is canceled until further notice.By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734-757- 8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en. Massage Clinic with Student Interns – 11am. Massage therapy sessions at our established student clinic, at our State Licensed School. By appt; private rooms, quiet peaceful environment. $30/hr, $25/seniors 68+. Ann Arbor School of Massage, Herbal & Natural Medicine, 6276 Jackson Rd, Ste B, Ann Arbor. 734-769-7794. NaturopathicSchoolOf AnnArbor.net.

ICPJ Racial and Economic Justice Caucus Meet

ing – 12-2pm. 2nd Thurs. Interfaith Council for Peace and Justice, 1414 Hill St, Ann Arbor. icpj.org. Happy Hour Massage – 3-8pm. We’ll match your needs with an expert therapist who can tailor a massage to your wellness needs. $55/60 min, $80/90 min. Balance Massage Therapy, 5155 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-660-5919. LifeIsActive.com. Mindful Dexter: Third Thursday Meditation – 6-7pm. Free mindfulness meditation in a safe, friendly group setting. Sessions have no religious affiliation. Appropriate for beginners as well as experienced meditators; guided by experienced mindfulness practitioners/facilitators. All welcome, no registration necessary. Dexter Wellness Center, 2810 Baker Rd, Dexter. 734-476-8474. Tinyurl. com/mindfuldexter. Meditation Class –7-8pm. Short lesson and meditation, followed by discussion with instructor Lori Barresi. Drop-in, every other Thur. $10. Enlightened Soul Center, 3820 Packard, Ste 280, Ann Arbor. 734- 358-0218. EnlightenedSoulCenter.com. Open Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Two, 20-min, mindfulness meditation sittings. Open to the public; drop-ins welcome. Donations welcome. The Lotus Center of Ann Arbor, 2711 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor. 734-975- 2745. TLCAA.com. AAOpenMeditation.com.

friday

Free Exercise Classes for Ypsilanti Seniors – 10:30-11:30am. National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is hosting free exercise classes. Ypsilanti Township Community Center, 2025 E Clark Rd, Ypsilanti. Kristie Lewis: 800-482-1455. Meditation Group – 10:30am-11:45am. Beginning and experienced meditators welcome. Group is open to exploring and integrating the spiritual teachings from a variety of wisdom traditions. 734- 625-1844 or MaryTrudeau@comcast.net. Ypsilanti Open Meditation – 11am. With Ypsilanti District Library. Meditation encourages and develops concentration, clarity, emotional optimism, and positive ways of being. Sessions are guided weekly drop-ins. Free. More info: 734-482-4110, SKonen@ YpsiLibrary.org or YpsiLibrary.org/events.

Free Senior Swim at Dexter Wellness Center

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Intensive Meditation with Lighthouse Center

–7pm, gather; 7:30-10:15pm, chanting. 1st & 3rd Fri. Chanting and prayer, followed by meditating 20 mins on each of the 7 chakra energy centers. 740 E Shore Dr, Whitmore Lake. 734-417-5804. LightHouseCenterInc.org. Dances of Universal Peace – 7-9pm. 1st Fri. The dances are a form of moving meditation that require neither partner nor experience. $5. Info: 419-475- 6535, JLTrautman@sbcglobal.net or PeaceDance. MultiFaithJourneys.org.

Tarot Readers and Healers – Hours vary. Also Sun. Reiki or Jharra Vedic Healing. Cost varies. Evenstar’s Chalice, 36 N Huron St, Ypsilanti. 734- 905-7980. EvenstarsChalice.com. Saline Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-12pm. Downtown on S Ann Arbor St, 1/2 block south of Michigan Ave, Ann Arbor. CityOfSaline.org/farmersmarket. Chelsea Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. Palmer Commons, 222 S Main St, Chelsea. ChelseaFarmersMkt.org. Dexter Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. 3233 Alpine St, Dexter. DexterMI.gov/community/ farmers_market.php. Sustainable Saturdays – 9am-12pm. Join us for a morning of coffee, snacks, sustainable art projects and some fresh air. Start the morning at 9am for a quick urban hike. Free. Fjallraven, 213 S Main St, Ann Arbor. 734-585-5628. Fjallraven.us. Ypsilanti Farmers’ Market: Depot Town – Thru Oct. 9am-1pm. 100 Rice St, Depot Town, Ypsilanti. GrowingHope.net. Mindful Dexter: Second Saturday Meditation – 9:30-10:30am. Free mindfulness meditation in a safe, friendly, group setting. Sessions have no religious affiliation. Appropriate for beginners as well as experienced meditators; guided by experienced mindfulness practitioners/facilitators. All welcome, no registration necessary. Dexter Library, 3255 Alpine St, Dexter. 734-476-8474. Tinyurl.com/ mindfuldexter.

Huayen Buddhist Movement and Meditation

– 10-11:30am. Due to the Coronavirus class is canceled until further notice. By donation. Triple Crane Monastery, 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea. 734- 757-8567. HuayenWorld-usa.org/usa/en.

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BIOFIELD THERAPY SYMMETRY BIOFIELD THERAPY 858-344-9417 SymmetryBiofield@gmail.com SymmetryBiofield.com Stress, physical injuries, anxiety/ depression, all show up in the external biofield as clouds that can block the flow of energy. When the energy is blocked on the outside it can affect the physiology on the inside. Let’s remove the clouds around you so the sun can shine within you.

BIOLOGICAL DENTIST ANN ARBOR’S DENTIST Dr. W. K. Dobracki, DDS 606 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, 48103 734-747-6400 DrDobracki@AnnArborsDentist.com AnnArborsDentist.com Passionate about holistic care while utilizing Bio-Compatible materials and lasers. Our patients can elect to be free from fluoride, mercury and other harmful metals. Filling materials are tooth colored and both BPA & Bis-GMA free. We offer natural oral health products using fine essential oils, and free of gluten and preservatives. See ad page 5. SUN’S ACUPUNCTURE REQI LLC 2002 Hogback Rd, Ste 11, Ann Arbor 734-277-2342 Regeneqi.com Acupuncture can treat what Western medicine cannot. At Sun’s Acupuncture, we provide quality treatment in a familiar doctor’s office setting. Call for a free consultation. ACCOUNTING & TAX

SERVICES MARIA SANTORINI, EA 734-475-2748 SmallBizzSolutions@gmail.com TaxesByMaria.com Make your dreams come true. I work with you on a personal level to determine the best solutions for your unique needs. I am your trusted partner in success. See ad page 30. ALTERNATIVE PAIN

MANAGEMENT KRASNICK REGENERATIVE MEDICINE 210 Little Lake Dr, Ste 8, Ann Arbor 734-585-5653 KrasnickRegen.com Krasnick Regenerative Medicine is an alternative practice that provides non-surgical treatments for joint, muscle and back pain using treatments such as prolotherapy, prolozone and platelet-rich plasma. See ad page 15. ANTIQUES RESTORATION & REPURPOSING MATERIALS UNLIMITED 734-483-6980 Contact_Us@MaterialsUnlimited.com MaterialsUnlimited.com A ntiques& A rchitectural S alvagesince 1974 A full-service antiques store and restoration facility showcasing period lighting, stained and beveled glass, furniture, doors and much more. Creative new uses for salvaged antiques is our specialty. See ad page 13.

TRIPLE CRANE MONASTERY AND CONVENT 7665 Werkner Rd, Chelsea, MI 48118 734-757-8567 HuayenWorld.org/usa Triple Crane Monastery and Convent is a place for practitioners of yoga, mediation and spiritual retreats. Along with using our beautiful 10,000-sq-ft. building for our own activities, it is also available to the community, by donation, for residential or day-long, personal or group workshops and retreats. Call for information on weekly classes, residential retreats and building use. All are welcome.

COACHING & COUNSELING

LIFE COACH, HEALTH RETREATS Ellen Livingston 734-645-3217 EllenLivingston.com Complimentary first session. Ellen’s powerfully effective coaching has helped hundreds of people to radically improve their health and energy, know their purpose and begin living their dreams. Raw vegan since 2002, Ellen has unique expertise to guide you on a path of real transformation. She offers private coaching, private retreats, and popular annual group retreats in Michigan and Costa Rica.

NIA SPONGBERG, LIFE COACH Ann Arbor 734-531-9024 NiaSpongberg.com Nia is a certified life coach (ACC, COC) who helps adventurous people blaze new trails and thrive in their time, tasks and transitions. Her “Walk & Talk” coaching sessions (held at 8 local natural areas) are an especially powerful way to get moving around your goals. Nia also coaches by phone and video. Get in touch for a free discovery call.

MARIA SYLVESTER, MSW, CPC 734-717-7532 LifeEmpowermentCoaching.com As a certified Life Coach, Maria is a master at helping her clients get unstuck, become unstoppable and see their lives soar. Experience her simple, yet profoundly powerful coaching process and remove obstacles that interfere with having: a great love, a great job, a great life. Maria coaches adolescents, adults and couples and offers a complimentary first session.

NIRIT’S GLUTEN-FREE BAKERY NiritMorvakn@gmail.com 734-730-6826 NiritsGlutenFreeBakery.com We are a gluten-, dairy-, soy- and nut-free bakery located in Ann Arbor. We are at Saline Farmers' Market on Saturdays every week.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

JOAN ROSE CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN 734-323-9485 IAHP.com/JoanRoseChiro Joan Rose, an Upledger-certified practitioner, has offered CranioSacral Therapy for over 25 years. A light touch and deep listening allow healing to occur.

DETOX/COLONIC

INNERSPACE HOLISTIC Brandy Boehmer 734-709-8313 2350 Washtenaw Ave, Ste 14, Ann Arbor InnerSpaceHolistic.com Colon Therapy is the slow and gentle insertion of purified water into the colon (large intestine) for the cleansing of poisons, mucous and accumulated fecal matter. It is also used to stimulate the colon to recover its natural shape, tone, and peristaltic wave action. No chemicals or drugs are used—thus it is a safe, gentle health-giving al ternative. Brandy Boehmer is National Board Certified in colon hydrotherapy through the International Association for Colon Therapy.

EMOTIONAL TRAUMA SPECIALIST

JILL TYGE Pura Vida Peace, LLC 701-793-3479 JillTyge@gmail.com JillTyge.com What have you cleared, shifted, clarified or gotten answers to lately? Through meditation or trailblazing communications, Jill will help you heal and become your own perfect partner and create balance in your life.

DENISE HELD, RN Certified Reflexologist 2002 Hogback Rd, Ste 14, Ann Arbor 734-649-2891 DeniseBHeld@gmail.com A2Reflexology.com Feeling stressed? Just can’t seem to relax? Foot Reflexolo gy, known for its relaxing and restorative qualities, can help you feel better. Call today. $20 off your first session with this ad. See ad page 18.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

AMERICAN REGENERATIVE CLINIC 31000 Telegraph Rd., Suite 140 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com Functional Medicine is a personalized, systems-oriented model that empowers patients and practitioners to achieve the highest expression of health by working in collaboration to address the underlying causes of disease. See ads, pages 11 and 21.

GENERAL & COSMETIC DENTISTRY

ANN ARBOR SMILES DENTAL GROUP 2365 S Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor, 48104 734-677-8700 AnnArborSmiles.com Ann Arbor Smiles is a state-of-theart general and cosmetic dental office dedicated to treating the whole person in a caring and compassionate man ner. Most insurances accepted and financing is available. See ads, pages 3 and 19.

HEALING WAYS

NEUROFITNESS WELLNESS CENTER 6360 Jackson Rd, Ste A, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 734-206-2012 NeuroFitCenter.com Optimize your mind and body for health, happiness and well-being with our 21st-century wellness options: floatation, cryotherapy, a Himalayan salt room and neurofeedback. See ad page 25..

THE BETTER HEALTH STORES Locations: Dearborn • Plymouth • Novi • Livonia • Ann Arbor • Sterling Heights • Belleville • Southgate • Shelby Charter Twp • Lansing • Grosse Pointe Woods • Beverly Hills • Bloomfield Twp • Windsor, ON, Canada TheBetterHealthStore.com Vitamins, supplements, organic a n d n a t u r a l foods. For more information: See ad page 33.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

MHEALTHY — UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH & WELL-BEING SERVICES 3003 S State St, WT-2060, Ann Arbor 734-647-7888 MHealthy.UMich.edu MHealthy offers wellness and health risk reduction services, including: Exercise, Nutrition, Weight Management, Tobacco Treatment and Alcohol Management, for U-M employees and the public.

HEALTHY RESTAURANTS

SILVIO’S ORGANIC RISTORANTE E PIZZERIA 715 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 734-214-6666 SilviosOrganicPizza.com We work with passion for making only real food, made with fresh, local and organic ingredients. Our store is not only a restaurant or a bar, our store is an artisanal food lab, where we make bread, pizza, pastries, salads, soups and fresh pasta everyday, following the path of the Italian tradition, but also offering gluten-free and vegan dishes. See ad page 23.

DEXTER DENTAL STUDIO 7300 Dexter-Ann Arbor Rd, Ste 300, Dexter 734-426-8360 DexterDentalStudio@gmail.com DexterDentalStudio.com From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience a friendly and relaxed environment where the focus is always on you and your overall well-being. Dentistry is about more than just filling teeth. We place great emphasis on patient education and providing a positive and helpful dental experience. See ad page 27.

HOLISTIC DOCTOR

DR. MALCOLM SICKELS, M.D. 210 Little Lake Dr, Ste 10, Ann Arbor, 48103 734-332-9936 DrSickels.com Malcolm Sickels earned his M.D. from the University of Michigan, where he taught fellow medical students about different approaches to health. Board certified in Family Medicine and Holistic Medicine, he is in solo practice on the west side of Ann Arbor. Learn more at Dr. Sickels.com. See ads, pages 8 and 9.

HOLISTIC SKIN CARE

K.WEST - SKIN BODY SOUL 415 N Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 734-436-8991 KWestSkinBodySoul.com Spa experiences to bring forth the stillness within, and radiance throughout. Drawn from the traditions of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, and combined with the latest aesthetic advancements to deliver results. Non-invasive DNA skin rejuvenation, dynamic cupping massage, intuitive bodywork. See ad page 16.

HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN

JOHN B. SMITH, DVM 1954 S Industrial, Ann Arbor 734-213-7447 DogDoctor.us We invite you to partner with us for a naturopathic, patient-centered approach to restoring and maintaining your pet’s health. We focus on health span—not just life span. See ad page 29.

CASTLE REMEDIES 2345 S. Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor In the Parkway Center 734-973-8990 CastleRemedies.com Discover Michigan’s only homeopathic pharmacy open to the public. Herbs, Nutritional Supplements, Aromatherapy, Distinctive Gifts & Jewelry. Specializing in products for maintaining health & preventing disease. See ad page 26.

HYPNOSIS

CONRAD J. WELSING, MA, CH Professional Hypnotic Consultant 734-516-5962 (voice/text) Info@conNEXTtext.com Need a mental reset, conquer a fear that holding you back or change an unwanted habit, hypnosis could benefit you. Accepting appointments for Summer 2020.

INTEGRATED MEDICINE & COLLEGIUM

THOMAS KABISCH, DO, MD 2350 E Stadium, Ste 12, Ann Arbor 734-971-5483 DrKabisch.com Offering Wharton jelly stem cell injections. Serving the addiction community for 18 yrs. A variety of LLT lasers including intravenous. Steer from cancer with the Simple Life program. See ad page 24.

MEDICAL MASSAGE

SHER 734-239-3344 SherrelWells@icloud.com Sher.amtamembers.com My goal is to always give the best massage you’ve ever had. I have been a Medical Massage Therapist since 1986. “I will get the pain out.” Muscular, sciatica, back pain, etc. $75/half hr.

SRI CHINMOY CENTRE 734-994-7114 Castoldi@Oakland.edu MeditationAnnArbor.com Dr. Kapila Castoldi of the Sri Chinmoy Centre, has been offering free introductory meditation classes for over 25 years to the Ann Arbor community. In her classes she covers basic meditation and breathing techniques, but also expands into what she calls a Meditative Lifestyle. Meditation opens the inner gateway to the soul and the power of the spirit and is the foundation of a holistic approach to wellbeing and happiness.

MOLD TESTING & REMEDIATION

MOLDPRO John Du Bois, CMI, CMR 247 W. Main Street, Milan 734-439-8800 • MoldProllc.com MoldPro offers chemical-free mold remediation, independent certified mold testing, inspection and consultation services all over SE Michigan specializing in mold biotoxin illness clients.

MUSCLE TENSION SOLUTIONS

INSPIRE SOMATICS ERIC COOPER 734-436-1041 Eric@InspireSomatics.com InspireSomatics.com Teach your nervous system to undo your specific patterns of tension, postural difficulties, stiffness and pain. Effective for back, neck, hip, shoulder, leg, jaw pain.

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

ANN ARBOR SMILES DENTAL GROUP Dr. Abbie Walker, DDS, MS 2365 S Huron Pkwy, Ann Arbor, 48104 734-677-8700 AnnArborSmiles.com Ann Arbor Smiles is a state-of-theart general and cosmetic dental office dedicated to treating the whole person in a caring and compassionate manner. Most insurances accepted and financing is available. See ads, pages 3 and 19.

AMERICAN REGENERATIVE CLINIC 31000 Telegraph Rd., Suite 140 Bingham Farms, MI 48025 248-876-4242 AmericanRegen.com Dr. Andrey uses Stem Cell Therapy, PRP, Prolotherapy and Ten Pass Ozone Therapy to restore the body’s function, heal damaged tissues. He successfully performs innovative aesthetic procedures to return patients youth without surgery. See ads, pages 11 and 21.

RETREATS

SONG OF THE MORNING YOGA RETREAT CENTER 9607 Sturgeon Valley Rd. Vanderbilt, MI 49795 989-983-4107 SongOfTheMorning.org Find spiritual refreshment amongst 800 acres of natural beauty for your own personal retreat or participate in workshops, yoga classes, meditations or Sunday Service. Accommodations and gourmet vegetarian meals available.

FREE AT LAST! HYPNOSIS Center - A Joyful Journey 734-883-8775 Stop smoking in one visit. Afraid it’s going to be too painful or too difficult? Our unique specialized and proven system makes it easy. Become a happy and permanent non-smoker today. See ad page 18..

SPIRITUALITY

SACRED SEXUALITY WITH LESLIE BLACKBURN 313-269-6719 • LeslieBlackburn.com Offering speaking engagements (including keynote addresses), private sessions, classes, online live webinars, radio shows, video casts and more. Leslie speaks from a place of joy, wisdom and giggles! Leslie, MS, is a Sacred Sexual Healer and Transformational Guide—a leading educator and coach of sacred sexuality and tantra in the U.S. See website and send email to learn more.

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WELLNESS CENTERS

THRIVE! WELLNESS CENTER 6901 State Rd, Ste D, Saline 734-470-6766 Thrive-Wellness-Center.com Shannon Roznay, DC, specializes in Nutrition Response Testing and Activator C h i ropr a c t i c . Thrive! also carr i e s n a t u r a l foods, skin and home products. See ad page 14.

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