Unlock Your Inner Balance: Evidence-Based Holistic Healing & a Powerful Grounding Exercise
- Jennifer Hansen-Silva
- Mar 8
- 10 min read
How Evidence-Based Holistic Healing Can Transform Your Well-Being.
Welcome to Conscious Balance: Your Holistic Healing Journey
At Conscious Balance, I, Jennifer Hansen-Silva, am dedicated to guiding you on a transformative journey toward optimal health and well-being. As a certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Life Coach with a Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness, specializing in Family Dynamics, I integrate time-honored traditions with contemporary research to offer a comprehensive approach to healing.
With a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, I hold certifications in Holistic Wellness, Holistic Nutrition, Usui Ryoho Reiki Mastery, Somatic Movement Facilitation, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI). As a passionate Mental Health Advocate, my mission is to empower individuals to achieve balance and healing through personalized holistic services.
Holistic Services Offered
At Conscious Balance, I offer a variety of holistic services designed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being:
Chakra Balancing with Reiki Crystal Healing
Chakras are the main energy centers of the body, and when they are out of alignment, the mind and body are affected. This session includes chakra evaluation, crystal healing, Reiki, essential oils, affirmations, sound healing, and infrared light therapy to restore balance and vitality.
Hypnotherapy
A powerful therapeutic technique that allows access to the subconscious mind to reframe limiting beliefs and promote healing. Hypnotherapy is used for stress reduction, confidence building, habit transformation, and deep personal development.
Past Life Regression Hypnotherapy
Through hypnotherapy, we explore past life experiences that may be influencing your current reality. This session offers insights, healing, and a deeper understanding of patterns carried from past lifetimes.
Inner Child Healing with Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
Using EFT tapping techniques, we release emotional blocks and past traumas stored in the subconscious. This session is designed to support self-regulation, emotional healing, and the reconnection to your inner child.
Sacred Sound Healing Journey
An immersive healing experience using crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, tuning forks, chimes, buffalo drums, and gongs combined with Solfeggio frequencies, aromatherapy, and infrared light therapy to realign your energy field and promote deep relaxation.
Tarot & Oracle Combination Readings
A blend of intuitive guidance and energy work using tarot and oracle cards to provide clarity, direction, and insight. This session includes energy clearing through sage cleansing and crystal alignment.
Somatic Alignment Session
A guided somatic movement session tailored to help you connect with your body, release tension, and promote relaxation. This approach focuses on mind-body awareness and improving emotional resilience.
The Benefits of Alternative Holistic Services
Alternative holistic therapies provide numerous benefits beyond symptom relief, fostering deeper healing and well-being:
Comprehensive Health Improvement – Clients report reduced stress, improved emotional well-being, and enhanced energy balance.
Stress Reduction and Mental Clarity – Reiki, mindfulness, and hypnotherapy have been linked to reduced anxiety and enhanced mental focus.
Personalized Healing – Holistic therapies are customized to align with your unique health goals and energy needs.
Supporting Research and Statistics
I deeply value research and the power of evidence-based practices. While I am passionate about holistic healing, I also believe in the importance of scientific validation. I do not accept something as effective simply because it is widely practiced—I need to see the research, the studies, and the data that support its efficacy.
I respect the wisdom of traditional and alternative healing modalities, but I also recognize that true credibility comes from rigorous peer-reviewed research. This is why I actively seek out studies and clinical trials that provide measurable proof of a modality’s impact. Whether it’s Reiki, hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), or sound healing, I want to understand how and why these practices work, not just accept them at face value.
I encourage others to approach holistic healing with the same mindset—an open heart, but also a discerning mind. It’s through this balance of intuition and evidence that we can truly embrace the best of both holistic and scientific approaches, ensuring that the healing services I provide are not only meaningful but also backed by validated research.
Integrating holistic therapies into your wellness journey can offer diverse benefits, many of which are supported by scientific research:
Reiki and Energy Healing
Reiki, a Japanese energy healing technique, has gained increasing recognition in scientific research for its effectiveness in reducing stress, anxiety, and pain:
Anxiety and Stress Reduction: A 2019 study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine found that Reiki significantly reduced stress and anxiety levels in patients undergoing medical treatments. The study concluded that Reiki could serve as an effective complementary therapy in stress management (Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine).
Pain Management: A randomized controlled trial published in Pain Management Nursing found that Reiki significantly reduced pain and improved mood in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. The results suggested that Reiki may enhance the well-being of individuals coping with chronic illness (Pain Management Nursing).
Improved Sleep and Relaxation: A systematic review published in Global Advances in Health and Medicine concluded that Reiki therapy effectively improved sleep quality and relaxation, making it a valuable practice for those dealing with insomnia and stress-related disorders (Global Advances in Health and Medicine).
These studies highlight Reiki's growing recognition in the medical and wellness fields as a complementary therapy that promotes relaxation and holistic healing.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy, which involves guided relaxation and focused attention to achieve a heightened state of awareness, has demonstrated efficacy in various therapeutic contexts.
Anxiety and Depression Reduction: A systematic review published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease reported that hypnotherapy effectively reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression. The study highlighted hypnosis as a beneficial adjunct to psychotherapy, leading to significant improvements in mental health outcomes (Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease).
Pain Management: A meta-analysis published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis found that hypnosis significantly reduces pain levels in patients undergoing medical procedures such as burn-wound debridement, bone marrow aspirations, and childbirth (International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis).
PTSD Treatment: A randomized controlled trial published in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis found that hypnotherapy significantly reduced PTSD symptoms in combat veterans. The study suggested that hypnosis can be as effective as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) in treating PTSD symptoms and improving sleep quality (International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis).
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Relief: A clinical study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology concluded that gut-directed hypnotherapy significantly alleviates symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. The study found that patients who underwent hypnotherapy experienced long-term relief from IBS-related discomfort and improved quality of life (American Journal of Gastroenterology).
Smoking Cessation: A randomized trial published in Nicotine & Tobacco Research reported that 86% of participants who underwent hypnotherapy for smoking cessation remained smoke-free after six months. The study suggested that hypnosis is a highly effective intervention for individuals seeking to quit smoking (Nicotine & Tobacco Research).
These studies affirm the growing recognition of hypnotherapy as an evidence-based complementary treatment for various health conditions, making it a valuable tool in holistic and medical settings.
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as tapping, have been extensively studied for their effectiveness in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress-related disorders.
Depression Reduction: A meta-analysis published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease reviewed multiple randomized controlled trials and found that EFT significantly reduces depressive symptoms. The study concluded that EFT is an effective intervention, particularly in group settings, for individuals experiencing moderate to severe depression (Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease).
PTSD Treatment: A systematic review published in Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing found that EFT was highly effective in reducing PTSD symptoms. The study compared EFT to traditional trauma therapies and concluded that EFT provides lasting relief and is a viable alternative to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) (Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing).
Anxiety Relief: A 2022 meta-analysis published in Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy found that EFT significantly reduces anxiety symptoms in clinical and non-clinical populations. The study concluded that EFT is an effective self-help tool that can be integrated into mental health treatment plans (Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, and Policy).
Physiological and Psychological Benefits: A study published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease found that participants who attended a four-day EFT workshop experienced significant reductions in stress-related physiological markers, including cortisol levels, blood pressure, and heart rate. The study concluded that EFT has both psychological and physiological benefits (Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease).
These studies underscore EFT's effectiveness as a scientifically supported therapeutic approach, reinforcing its growing credibility as a complementary intervention in mental health and wellness.
Sound Healing
Sound healing, an ancient practice utilizing vibrations to promote physical and mental well-being, has gained recognition in scientific research for its effectiveness in reducing stress, anxiety, pain, and enhancing cognitive function.
Mood and Anxiety Reduction: A 2017 study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine examined the effects of Tibetan singing bowl meditation on mood, anxiety, and overall well-being. The results showed significant reductions in tension, anger, and fatigue, while participants also reported increased feelings of spiritual well-being (Journal of Evidence-Based Complementary & Alternative Medicine).
Physiological Responses and Relaxation: A pilot study published in the Journal of Integrative Medicine investigated the effects of playing and listening to the Native American flute. The findings indicated an 84% increase in heart rate variability and increased theta brainwave activity, suggesting enhanced relaxation and stress reduction (Journal of Integrative Medicine).
Stress Reduction and Emotional Well-Being: A 2022 study published in Religions assessed the impact of singing bowl sound healing on emotional and spiritual well-being. The study found significant correlations between improved spiritual well-being and reduced symptoms of tension and depression, supporting sound healing as a low-cost, accessible therapeutic tool (Religions).
Pain Management: A study highlighted in Pain Management Nursing explored the role of music therapy in pain reduction. Researchers found that over 8,000 studies published in the last two years provided evidence of music therapy's effectiveness in alleviating chronic pain and improving patient well-being (Pain Management Nursing).
These studies highlight the growing recognition of sound healing as an evidence-based complementary therapy that supports emotional, physiological, and cognitive well-being.
Past Life Regression Hypnotherapy
Past Life Regression Hypnotherapy (PLR) is a therapeutic technique that utilizes hypnosis to access purported past-life memories. While its scientific validity remains debated, some studies suggest it may offer psychological and emotional benefits.
Symptom Relief and Personal Insight: A comprehensive survey conducted by psychotherapist Helen Wambach analyzed data from 18,463 patients across 26 past life regression therapists. The study found that over 63% of patients reported relief from at least one physical symptom following PLR therapy. Many participants also experienced enhanced personal insights, leading to improved emotional well-being (Journal of Regression Therapy).
Anxiety Reduction: A study published in King’s University College Psychology Review examined the effects of PLR therapy on 40 participants suffering from phobias. After undergoing one to five regression sessions, participants showed significant reductions in anxiety related to their phobias, suggesting PLR therapy may be beneficial for anxiety management (King’s University College Psychology Review).
Enhanced Psychological Well-Being: A study from the University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies explored the experiences of individuals undergoing hypnotically induced “death” experiences during PLR therapy. The findings showed that the aftereffects of these experiences were similar to spontaneous near-death experiences (NDEs), suggesting that PLR therapy may have a positive impact on psychological well-being (University of Virginia’s Division of Perceptual Studies).
These studies highlight the potential of Past Life Regression Hypnotherapy as a complementary therapeutic approach for reducing anxiety, gaining personal insight, and enhancing psychological well-being. While more research is needed, PLR therapy continues to be explored as a unique tool for emotional and spiritual healing.
Somatic Body Movements
Somatic body movements, based on the principles of somatic therapy, focus on the connection between the body and mind to promote emotional and physical well-being. Research suggests that somatic practices can help alleviate trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and emotional dysregulation.
Trauma and PTSD Treatment: A study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that somatic therapy significantly reduced PTSD symptoms by helping individuals process trauma stored in the body. The study reported that 90% of participants who used Somatic Experiencing (SE) for trauma treatment showed marked symptom improvement (Frontiers in Psychology).
Anxiety and Stress Reduction: A review published in Psychotherapy Research highlighted that somatic therapy techniques, such as breathwork and body awareness, help regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and manage stress. The study concluded that focusing on bodily sensations enhances emotional resilience and promotes relaxation (Psychotherapy Research).
Chronic Pain Relief: A study published in Pain Medicine investigated the effects of somatic therapy on chronic pain and found that individuals who engaged in body alignment practices experienced significant reductions in pain severity and improved mobility. The results suggested that somatic techniques can be beneficial for individuals suffering from chronic pain conditions (Pain Medicine).
Improved Emotional Regulation: A study in the Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies found that somatic healing practices, such as guided movement and mindful touch, helped individuals regulate emotions more effectively. Participants reported enhanced emotional stability, improved coping mechanisms, and a greater sense of inner peace (Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies).
Enhanced Self-Awareness: A study published in Mindfulness found that increasing somatic awareness leads to greater emotional intelligence, improved mental clarity, and reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression. The study concluded that somatic alignment techniques strengthen the mind-body connection and foster long-term psychological well-being (Mindfulness).
These studies highlight the growing recognition of Somatic Alignment Sessions as a valuable therapeutic approach for addressing emotional and physical challenges, making it an effective tool for holistic healing.
Conclusion
Holistic healing is more than just an alternative—it is a powerful complement to conventional medicine, backed by research and personal experiences worldwide. At Conscious Balance, I strive to bring evidence-based holistic modalities to those seeking a deeper sense of well-being, stress relief, and emotional healing. My commitment to research ensures that the services I offer are not only effective but also aligned with scientific findings that validate their impact.
By integrating techniques such as Reiki, hypnotherapy, EFT, and sound healing, individuals can experience a profound transformation, improving their overall quality of life. Whether you are looking for relaxation, mental clarity, or spiritual growth, holistic therapies provide a well-rounded approach to healing that nurtures the mind, body, and soul.
I invite you to explore the many benefits of holistic wellness and embark on a healing journey that is both empowering and transformative.
Note: While holistic therapies provide numerous benefits, they should complement, not replace, conventional medical treatments. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting a new wellness regimen.
Take Action: A Tool for Your Healing Journey
As a valuable takeaway, I encourage you to incorporate this simple yet effective 5-Minute Grounding Exercise into your daily routine:
Find a Quiet Space – Sit comfortably with your feet flat on the ground and close your eyes.
Breathe Deeply – Inhale deeply through your nose for a count of four, hold for four seconds, then exhale slowly through your mouth.
Focus on Your Senses – Identify five things you can see, four things you can feel, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, and one thing you can taste.
Visualize Roots – Imagine roots growing from your feet into the earth, anchoring you to the present moment.
Affirm – Repeat a grounding affirmation, such as “I am present, I am safe, I am balanced.”
This simple exercise helps regulate stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional resilience. Try it today and experience the benefits of grounding your energy!
Note: While holistic therapies provide numerous benefits, they should complement, not replace, conventional medical treatments. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting a new wellness regimen.

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