Introduction: What Is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (CHHP)? A Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (CHHP) is a trained wellness professional who uses natural, whole-person approaches to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As demand grows for natural and alternative health solutions, many people are turning to...

The Art and Science of Doing
This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH, CBC, and reviewed by Lauren Ameling, DC, BCND. The Dutch have a celebrated concept called “Niksen,” which, when translated, means "to do nothing or be idle.” The Italians have a phrase called “Dolce far Niente” that translates to “the sweetness of...

Whole-Person Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation
In the midst of your busy life, do you find yourself just trying to keep your head above water? Maybe, you have to plan each day carefully so you can get everyone to school and work on time. Everyone may need something from you. But when did you last take...

How to Gracefully Approach Change
Sometimes change is expected and well planned. Other times, it’s seemingly out of our control. This blog will specifically discuss chosen, purposeful change but many of these tips can apply to any adjustment you are making. Intentional changes are typically implemented to improve ourselves, our family’s routines, or our...

Find Your Zen With Movement Meditation
This blog post was written by Victoria L. Freeman, Ph.D., CHFS, CMH. Isn’t it refreshing, in those rare moments, to slow down and savor the sensations in life that usually fly by. The sound of a bird’s song, the feeling of the wind blowing through your hair, the fragrance from...