Foot and hand reflexology is a scientific art based on the premise that there are zones and reflex areas in the feet and hands which correspond to all body parts. The physical act of applying specific pressures using thumb, finger and hand techniques result in stress reduction which causes a physiological change in the body.

History:

Reflexology was introduced to the United States in 1913 by William H. Fitzgerald, M.D., an ear, nose, and throat specialist, and Dr. Edwin Bowers. Fitzgerald claimed that applying pressure had an anesthetic effect on other areas of the body. Reflexology was further developed in the 1930s and 1940s by Eunice D. Ingham, a nurse and physiotherapist. Ingham claimed that the feet and hands were especially sensitive, and mapped the entire body into "reflexes" on the feet. It was at this time that "zone therapy" was renamed reflexology.

About Me:

Gretta M. Anderson, BA, Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Reflexologist

I am a Certified Reflexologist, and Reiki Master Teacher. I have studied aromatherapy with Jeanne Rose and Young Living oils. I’m currently working on becoming a board-certified reflexologist through the American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB). I have studied with the International Institute of Reflexology (Ingham Method), in St. Petersburg, Florida; Sanctuary School (Reiki-Reflex) in Glen Ellyn, Illinois; and am a certified reflexologist through Healthy Soles School of Reflexology (Ingham & FJM) in Davis, Illinois. I work with essential oils and use stone therapy when appropriate.