Monday, March 22, 2010

The Role of the Aromatherapist

Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to assist the body in healing. It can be a very useful addition to many treatment plans. Although the use of aromatherapy is safe enough to be done at home, consulting with a certified aromatherapist can be a great help in choosing the right essential oils and the best methods for their use.

Practitioners of aromatherapy in the U.S. receive certification through course work and clinical training. Referrals from massage therapists, chiropractors, or other licensed practitioners who employ the use of natural complementary approaches, are a good way of finding a qualified aromatherapist.

The role of the aromatherapist is to provide knowledge about the use of essential oils and how they can improve or support a physical or emotional concern. In a private consultation, the client's medical history is discussed as well as the reason counseling is being sought.

The goal is to select an essential oil or create a formula that is pleasing to the senses; thereby ensuring consistent use. Remember to listen to your body. Approaching health and wellness through aromatherapy with a qualified aromatherapist is a cooperative effort that begins and ends with paying attention to your body and its signals.

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