Client consultation plays an integral role in working with clients and is the first step a therapist should perform when working with clients and especially those diagnosed with cancer. This webinar will provide tips on how to take comprehensive notes, how to assess the information, and how to develop an aromatherapy support plan.  You will also learn specific cancer-related questions which should be included during a consultation beyond those asked on a traditional medical history or intake form.  Gathering this information accurately will help you create the best aromatherapy support plan possible.

The presentation includes three parts: 1) Know what you are dealing with before you begin conducting the Aromatherapy Research; 2) Cancer Research trends and results; 3) Comparison of the effects of complete essential oils versus individual components in cancer research.

Researchers have made exciting discoveries about frankincense Boswellia species and its remarkable anti-cancer effects. This presentation explores frankincense as both herb and essential oil to illuminate the most effective forms of this powerful plant medicine for cancer treatment. While research is still in early stages, the findings are both encouraging and surprising.

Cancer therapy can pose numerous skin challenges during chemotherapy and radiation.  This webinar will provide valuable information on essential oils that are safe to use and those to avoid, beneficial base oils to protect and hydrate the skin as well as best methods of application for inhalation and topical application.

A case study panel presentation by ACHS MS in Aromatherapy and Graduate Certificate in Aromatherapy Alumni on Thursday November 11th as part of this event. The case study panel will be moderated by Amanda Lattin Aromatherapy Program Chair and ACHS Aromatherapy Faculty.

My presentation will begin with an overview of the definitions of acute and chronic pain and then the prevalence of overall reported pain in the United States as compared to pain reported by patients with cancer. I will describe several essential oils used for pain management based on evidence-based research and have participants watch and practice the “M technique™ hand massage with a carrier oil only or with an essential oil if available.

Oral health is an important health aspect for patients undergoing cancer care.  Nausea and vomiting are some of the most difficult symptoms for cancer patients to endure during cancer care. During the most severe episodes of nausea, most patients are unable to ingest pills, fueling research into alternative management options. This lecture will examine research and evaluation of the inhalation of essential oils for its potential to reduce nausea and vomiting, increase appetite, and improve oral health.

In cancer care there are two vital narratives, that of the individual undergoing cancer care and that of the family or informal caregiver. Family caregivers have a unique set of needs to support their mind, body, and emotions as they walk alongside their loved one during cancer treatment. This presentation will examine caregiver needs demonstrated in research, the prevalence of caregiver needs documented as not being met, and the impact of supporting caregivers in the big picture of cancer care. We will discuss the evidence-based role aromatherapy can play in meeting family care provider needs through aromatherapy self care including: stress and anxiety management, sleep quality, and emotional recovery. Examples of simple and safe aromatherapy self care protocols for caregivers will be explored. 

Yoga is a centuries-old collection of spiritual, mental, and physical techniques and practices aimed at developing a healthy experience, and union of mind and body. While in today’s popular culture, we often associate yoga with physical poses (asanas), stretching, and heated rooms, it is actually much more.  In this discussion, we will introduce the application and practice of yoga using a variety of methods -mental, emotional, and physical.  It will focus on introducing how yoga can be used for the wellbeing of loved ones and caregivers, who often put their own health at risk for the sake of others. We will go through common issues and symptoms faced by caregivers; discuss yoga techniques, including physical practices, visualization techniques, and meditations; and give examples of some of the techniques discussed.