Soleful Touch Reflexology

Piera Panozzo is the owner of Soleful Touch Reflexology and practices in Westport and Wilton, CT, and in New York City.

Similar to most reflexologists, Piera developed an interest in reflexology through personal experience realizing its effectiveness after her first session, which left her feeling elated and incredibly energized. Piera completed her reflexology training at the Open Center in New York City in 2002. She was certified by the American Reflexology Certification Board (ARCB) in 2003. The Advanced/Masters Reflexology training program incorporated concepts of ancient Chinese energy pathways to contemporary Western systems. She continues her professional development by attending seminars and workshops given by worldwide experts.

Training in QiGong practice is what distinguishes Piera in her reflexology practice. She trained with Master Fa Xiang Hou of QiGong Research Society and now practices Yan Xin Life Science Technology. Qi or Chi is the Chinese word for vital, universal energy that flows through all living things. Qi is comprised of both Yin and Yang forces. In human beings, Qi moves through the body via the meridian system bringing energy to the entire body. Gong or Kung is the accomplishment, or level of expertise developed through study of a discipline. QiGong is the ancient method of moving, circulating and cultivating Qi in the body to promote healing and fitness, and to maintain good health. The ancient Chinese practitioners believed that illness is caused by an imbalance in an individual's energy field. Illness sets in as a result of Qi blockages in the meridian system and the organs.