Acupuncture   Acupuncture can be helpful for the cancer patients in a number of ways.  Based on the theory of balanced energy, it can help patients reduce the distress and anxiety of a cancer diagnosis by correcting the energy imbalance that comes with stress.  It has also been shown to be successful in reducing pain.  Perhaps it is most effective in dealing with nausea which is often a side effect of chemotherapy.  As with many wellness therapies, the cancer patient will want to work with an acupuncturists who is highly trained and is aware of their needs.
 

Kailua Acupuncture Clinic    My philosophy in working with patients with cancer is to treat the whole person.  I integrate the therapies I offer with western medical approaches for the maximum benefit of the patient. During an initial consultation, we discuss every aspect of the patient’s life, from sleep patterns to appetite to emotional states.  Acupuncture is very effective in dealing with not only physical pain and nausea, but also with anxiety and depression. Acupuncture stimulates the body to create a natural state of well being, a feeling of centeredness, where decisions can be more easily made and the emotional ups and downs made less extreme. 320 Uluniu Street, #2 Kailua, HI 96734 Contact: Joni Kroll, D.Ac 262-4550     acujoni@yahoo.com

MAUI

Ohana-Hale Acupuncture, Inc   Chinese herbal medicine, medical massage, qigong, lifestyle and nutritional counseling are combined to support, strengthen and assist patients in their journey with cancer.  I have worked for years in integrativ settings, and on the Allied Health staff at Maui Memorial Medical Center since 2001.  Collaboration is the key.
1250 Olinda Rd
Makawao,  Maui
Contact: Kabba Anand, D.Ac.
572-9862    Kabba@hawaii.rr.com 

MANAKAI O MALAMA Integrative Healthcare Group & Rehabilitation Center   Manakai O Malama (Healing with the Power of the Ocean) brings Western medicine, psychology, acupuncture, Chinese medicine, massage, physical therapy and other disciplines under one roof for patients who want to choose from a variety of health modalities.
932 Ward Avenue, Suite 600
Honolulu, HI 96814
535-5555      Fax 535-5556   www.manakaiomalama.com.  

Bill Staub, MA in Oriental Medicine   (from Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine)   "Cancering is something a person passes through.  It is a personal life altering journey that radically shifts the spirit on all levels of being, that embraces one's own divinity and the divinity of all other beings.  I assist with acupuncture, massage, nutritional and herbal advice---the tangible effects of the process on the body that the spirit occupies."
84-256 Makaha Valley Road
Waianae, HI 96792
695-9520    WilliamStaub1@verizon.net
 

KAUAI

Dr. Kerry L. Dillberg, D.C., D.Ac., FASBE  Specializing in functional medicine and integrated healthcare.  Reducing stress physically, chemically, emotionally, and electromagnetically through Acupuncture, Specific Chiropractic reconstructive techniques, herbal medicines, nutrition, and neuro-emotional techniques.  Over 30 years in clinical practice, with extensive experience with degenerative diseases (including cancer) and a focus on preventive healthcare and quality of life.  Affiliated with the Institute of Functional Medicine, and committed to staying on the cutting edge of natural healthcare.
2711 Ala Kinoiki
Koloa, Hawaii 96756
(808) 742-9326   
dillberg@hawaiiantel.net

Energy Therapies  are a healing process that works from an energy perspective rather than a physical one. The goal is to restore balance to the mind, heart, body and spirit and encourage the body to actively participate in its own healing.
 

Bosom Buddies   Different from massage, Healing Touch is a gentle placement of hands on and around the body. The Bosom Buddies of Hawai'i program is a service provided to women with breast cancer diagnosis, for up to one year—and it's free of charge. We carefully match each woman with a Healing Touch practitioner—her "Bosom Buddy"—who will offer her Healing Touch treatments. Services are available on all islands.  For information:
(808) 585-5433   
bosombuddies@queens.org                                      ***FREE***

Ruey Jane Ryburn, DrPH, RN, HNC is a nurse practitioner and Professor Emeritus, School of Nursing, University of Hawaii.  She serves as a facilitator in a client's process of healing, helping to balance the energy field, learn nutrition, and other lifestyle practices for healing.  Her nursing background means that she understands the medical process and treatments prescribed.  She is comfortable with healing as recovery, coping or palliative care. 
3649 Nihipali Place
Honolulu, HI 96816  
808.737.8859    
rueyry@yahoo.ie     
www.sacredpathhealing.com            

Blue Sky Healing Arts    Founder, Ginny Walden, is a breast cancer survivor who personally experienced the power of Qigong's positive impact her cancer.  She is one of 5 Chi-Lel Medical Qigong Senior Teachers in the world and offers individual and group sessions.  For testimonials see www.chilel.com.
Contact: Ginny Walden
259-8453  
blueskyhealingarts@hawaii.rr.com            

Lifestyle Coaching   As you begin the process of fighting the cancer cells and supporting your inner healing system, you may discover that your lifestyle is too stressful.  This may have even been a factor in weakening your immune system, allowing the cancer cells to become stronger.  Lifestyle Coaching offers practical support and coaching on how to create a lifestyle that works best for you.
 

Medical Massage     Medical (oriented) massage therapy is goal specific work, adapted to the individual patient's condition and circumstances.  It should be used in coordination with a knowledgeable physician's recommendation to assure that it is appropriate for the type of cancer the client is experiencing.  Medical massage has been found to have a significant impact in reducing stress, improving physical and psychological symptoms, as well as the patients' overall quality of life.
 

Myospa Center for Therapeutic Massage is a calming and restful place created and designed to soothe your senses and help you begin the relaxation process.  Your therapist will take the time to sit and confer with you to learn about your current health circumstances, what you hope to gain from the therapy session and to answer any questions and concerns you might have. Owner, Christopher Riley has 1000 hours of training in medical massage. 1600 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 224 Honolulu, HI 96814 Contact: Christopher Riley 945-7899     chris@myospa.com       www.myospa.com

White Ginger Healing  Complementary care on the Big Island for those with cancer and their caregivers.  Professional, safe, therapeutic, nurturing massage and body therapies designed to treat the whole person.  Healing techniques specifically directed at decreasing symptoms while stimulating the immune system, strengthening organ function, balancing the emotions and improving quality of life.  Reclaim your life! PMB 124 111 E. Puainako,  spc 585 Hilo, Hawaii 96720 Contact: Howard Rhinehart (808) 896-6985      thetwoharts@aol.com

Meditation  is one of the most effective ways of addressing the immediate stress of a cancer diagnosis and the ongoing stressful challenges of the healing journey.  It has good scientific research behind it as a therapy which can help enhance the immune system

Naturopathic Medicine   Naturopathic physicians are unique in providing diagnosis and treatment that bridges both conventional and natural medicine perspectives; they integrate scientific research with nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy and lifestyle changes.  

Nutrition   Studies have shown that nutrition plays a major role in not only the development of cancer but also in responding to it.  The Surgeon General estimates that 75% of the cancer is the U.S. is caused, in some way, by nutrition---the Standard American Diet (SAD) 

Spiritual Guidance    Spiritual guidance works with the cancer patients to address the spiritual challenges of having a life threatening disease. Spiritual counselors are prepared to work with you in exploring your relationship with a Higher Power, regardless of whether or not you have a particular religious belief. 

Spiritual Life Center   As you move through the challenges of the cancer healing journey, many questions regarding your spirituality and relationship with God may be calling to you.  Often, people on the healing journey wonder “Why am I here”  “Where am I going?”  “Where is God at this moment?”  “Why me?”   The Spiritual Life Center offers a process for exploring your spirituality and the questions you seek answers to which is not related to a particular faith tradition.  Trained spiritual counselors offer their support and guidance as you face the spiritual challenges of this healing journey.  The Center offers individual  appointments or group Spiritual Direction.  The Center is centrally located near downtown with free parking.
Contact: Rev. Nancy Conley, Volunteer Director
1020 S. Beretania St., Honolulu
(808) 523-1170   :  spirlife@lava.net                                    ***FREE***

 

Psychological Counseling    Those listed as psychological counselors provide their counseling services from the "strengths perspective" helping you identify the resources that you have to carry you through the healing journey and how to further develop those resources for your maximum benefit.
 

Rita J. Shuford, PhD.   Rita has 15 years experience working with chronically and terminally ill patients and families.  Her approach is called "Health Realization" and is grounded in three principles, Mind, Thought and Consciousness.  These principles describe the innate possibility of living from a state of well being, wisdom and peace of mind.  In practice, people are helped to understand the moment to moment process of living from the inside out and to see the transforming possibility of every life experience. 643 Ikemaka Place Kailua, HI 96734 (808) 375-8747   l  RJShuford@hawaii.rr.com