HEALING ARTS

At INDIGO, healing art therapies are supported and informed within the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM), and the allopathic model of care

The healing arts are rooted in promoting physical and emotional wellbeing with therapeutic and creative practices that promote change. Evidence based therapies are available to support and impact cognitive processing and health, both the central (CNS) and peripheral (PNS) nervous systems, the muscular, skeletal, circulatory, lymphatic system, and integumentary system, as well as the intricate network of fascia (connective tissue) found superficially in the hypodermis and more deeply in the musculoskeletal system

Respectively, wellness offerings are an alternative and holistic method assisting the internal communication of the pathways (meridians) and the central and governing channels, facilitating a parasympathetic response. This response has been shown to lower stress, reduce tension and pain, improve quality of sleep, as well as aiding in neurological responses for change

At INDIGO, the foundation of wellness offerings is supported by honoring creation, leaning into the wisdom of the earth, guided by materia medica (plant medicine). This thoughtful and contemplative approach deeply aligns both on a cellular and cosmic level. May we be renewed and restored with this truth, and lead with humility, grace, and respect, to always be a light in the darkness

 “The soul that loves God sees his beauty in every created thing.” -  Saint Paisios of Mount Athos

TCM therapies promote harmony and wellbeing addressing communication (internal and external), emotional, and physical imbalances with efforts striving to bring one back to their center. It is a model in existence for generations, layered with wisdom, developments and advancements. TCM functions on the Bian Zheng Lun Zhi model, which evaluates the body’s internal balance, functional state, and symptom patterns

In the TCM model, influences and resources are available from China, Viet Nam, Korea, Tibet, Japan, France, and so on. For example, in the Japanese (Shiatsu) approach, a practitioner may operate by assessment of palpation of the hara (abdomen), palpation of the pulses, and visual assessment of the face and tongue. TCM as a whole, is a highly individualized experience with guiding principles including opposing elements striving to come into balance following mind/body medicine techniques of Yin/Yang and 5 Element philosophy and practice

Yin (passive), Deficiency (Xu), Cold (Han), Internal (Li) 

Yang (active), Excess (Shi) Heat (Re), External (Biao) 

TCM 5 Element (Wu Xing) Element (Season/Emotion)

Wood (Spring/Anger), Fire (Summer/Joy), Earth (Late Summer/Worry), Metal (Autumn/Grief), Water (Winter/Fear

At INDIGO, the compass for wellness is positioned North towards Polaris, the great Northern Star, that remains still in the moving cosmos

Grant Knoll Sycamore Location

Offering comprehensive wellness services in a quaint studio attached to the Grant Knoll farmhouse, tucked beneath the historic Grant Knoll Sycamore tree, the oldest tree in Lancaster County, dating back over 300 years. This studio location entrance is accessible by both a ramp and stairs

Olde Bank Location

Offering a minuet of wellness services in a studio for individuals, collective wellness initiatives, and educational courses for licensed practitioners, and wellness courses for licensed practitioners. 

This studio location is located on the 2nd floor of the Olde Bank building c. 1860, in historic Strasburg with grande ceilings and windows nestled in the historic and quintessential town. This studio location entrance is accessible by stairs only

Access to wellness offerings is a priority of the studio. Options for care may be adjusted and or modified to best support the ADA, Deaf/HOH, Visually Impaired, Neurodegenerative, and Neurodivergent community. Any questions or concerns for care, please be sure to reach out

Eco-initiatives are intentional and are made possible by reducing the carbon footprint with a secure electronic e-Intake form, e-Receipts, and e-Gift Cards

During your visit, refresh and hydrate with artesian glass bottled spring and mineral water sourced from the United States, Italy, Serbia, Iceland, and Peru (offerings vary). Water is best received both before and after a wellness session to encourage circulation, support hydration, and provide a neurological reset within the mind/body connection

To further support the body systems, tisanes and teas are available aligning within the TCM 5 element and Japanese macrobiotic model, these options change seasonally within spring, summer, late summer, autumn, and winter

Assorted organic, and Fair Trade (when possible) herbal *tisanes (*non caffeinated herbals) are best received before a wellness session as they promote hydration. Tisanes include herbs, fruits, berries, spices, flowers, and roots infused in water (hot/cold) to release their benefits

Assorted organic, and Fair Trade (when possible) teas are best received after a wellness session to support detoxification. True teas (green, white, black, and oolong) are from the tea bush Camellia sinensis family. True teas contain caffeine and act as a stimulant and are counterproductive to hydration. These are best served after a wellness session to promote detoxification 

In the TCM 5 element model, alcohol is counterintuitive to balance body, mind, and spirit and is not served or available for consumption with your visit. Alcohol inhibits proprioceptors of the brain. Alcohol is dehydrating and promotes disharmony with an interference for wellness

Indigo reserves the right to cease wellness offerings to someone who is under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances during their appointment (and the guest will be responsible for the full amount of the service fee) 

If you are celebrating a special occasion, please be sure to share when making a reservation. Something memorable from the apothecary is incorporated with your visit

INDIGO values standards of professionalism and is a proud member/partner of these experiences   

Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)

Reflexology Certification Board (The RCB)

Approved Provider with Optum, a proud partner with the Veterans Affairs through its Community Care Network (CCN)

Associated Skincare Professionals (ASCP)

The Association of Holistic Skincare Practitioners (AHSCP)

Natural Ingredients Resource Center : Truth in Labeling Pledge 

Japanese Society of Greater Philadelphia

Arbor Day Foundation

Lancaster Conservancy