Bio for Deena Collins Massage Therapist Holistic Health Practioner Certified Reiki Master/Teacher Certified Yoga Instructor Alternative Medicine and Holistic Health Alternative Medicine utilizes various therapies to increase wellness, prevent illness and to treat symptoms and conditions without the use of drugs. Holistic Health emphasizes the connection of mind, body and spirit to achieve optimum well being. Holistic Health is based on the law of nature that a whole is made up of interdependent parts. When one part is not working at its best, it impacts all the other parts of that person. American Holistic Health Association, Susan Walter, M.B.A. Her Journey to Becoming a Massage Therapist, Holistic Health Practioner and Reiki Master Unlike most of us who search outwardly for who we are inwardly, Ms. Deena Collins was born with the instinctive knowledge that she has gifted hands. With this knowledge, she headed straight for fields that used them well as an artist, designer, and locktician (stylist specializing in the care of dreadlocks). Ms. Collins was very much aware of her desire and ability to use her hands to transform physical things like fabric and hair into organic artistry but she was also aware that they could move energy and assist in the healing of others. The transition from Design to Alternative Medicine was a phenomenal progression for Ms. Collins. Beginning with a ten-year period of study to greater spiritual growth, her path led her to gifted Masters like Reverend Bertha Lopez, Yoruba Priestesses Gay Ericson and Yvette Martinez and Reiki Master, Reverend Michael Carter. The connection to Reiki Master, Reverend Michael Carter resulted in her Reiki Master/Teacher Certification. The success of the Reiki practice encouraged Ms Collins to seek further education in field of Alternative Medicine and in January 2008 she became a student of Massage Therapy at The New York College of Health Professions. Alternative Medicine is a destination of sorts for Ms. Collins where she has already achieved her mission which is, �to be an instrument of peace and healing�. She is dedicated to a Holistic approach for the integration of the whole body, mind and spirit dynamic.� Reiki Reiki (Ray �universe�, key �life-force�) is derived from an ancient Tibetan energy healing art/technique that is non-invasive, gentle and natural yet powerful enough to promote healing and balancing of the body on all four levels of existence; physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally. The practitioner receives Attunements that awaken and activate this �Universal Life-Force Energy� so that the harmonizing energy flows through his or hers hands. Reiki is one of the most popular Complimentary, Alternative Modalities and widely practiced throughout the world primarily due to its effectiveness in helping to heal almost every malady known to man. Educational Background Ms. Collins is a Certified Reiki Master, and has been involved in the study and practice of Reiki for almost a decade. She is a graduate of the New York College of Health Professions with her major in Massage Therapy and Holistic Health and has received certification as a Hatha Yoga Teacher; she is also a graduate of The Fashion Institute of Technology. Testimonials Here is what some of her clients have to say: �Truly this woman has been gifted to touch as God would touch, to heal as God would heal. An intuitive woman that infuses energy into a weak body, an intuitive that helps you to determine your life path. Please it is in your best interest to avail yourself of Ms. Collins� talents.� ~Ms. Caryl Brock, Clinical Director for Harlem Children�s Zone~ �Ms. Collins is one to be experienced. She walks humbly with a knowing smile as though she has a secret, and she does. She is a spiritual mover and shaker with one foot in the physical world and one foot in the spirit world bringing it together with ease for us all.� ~Gayle E. Santana, Writer~ Ms. Collins can be contacted by email at or by phone at 917.513.9493.