About Us

Since 1976, the Acupressure Institute has offered comprehensive Acupressure trainings in traditional Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) such as Chinese Meridian Massage (Tui Na) and Shiatsu massage. We also teach a subtle touch form of Energy work we call Ren Shen* (“Compassion Spirit”, transliterated Japanese = Jin Shin). We have trained thousands of students from all around the world. Our trainings provide high-quality education supporting each student's educational goals, in a setting that encourages communication, respect, confidentiality and safety for everyone. Students are encouraged to visit our school in Berkeley and meet with a counselor to tailor our acupressure massage training programs to your individual needs and interests. We look forward to “being in touch”.

* Ren Shen is the name we use to describe the subtle energy work taught at the Acupressure Institute. It should not be confused with either Jin Shin Do ® nor Jin Shin Jyutsu ® two different practices of energy work with unique qualities all their own. Although both of these practices are respected at the Acupressure Institute, neither are taught as part of Acupressure Institute curricula.

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