Denise is a dynamic, motivating professional in the field of mind-body health. She enthusiastically shares her wealth of practical coping skills in an organized and logical manner. Compassion and experience contribute to Denise’s positive, outgoing style. Her passion is contagious--you’ll be on your way to wellness when you catch it.

-Lisa K. Mannix, M.D. Headache Neurologist, Cincinnati, Ohio

Denise DeForest Pastoor, MEd, APRN, BC, CHTP is a psychiatric clinical nurse specialist with 30 years of experience in behavioral health. She is a certified Healing Touch practitioner and certified NIA instructor, which nurtures her passion for energy medicine and integrative therapies. Her extensive clinical experience in day treatment programs, outpatient clinics, hospitals, schools, and private practice has given Denise a versatile foundation in mind-body-spirit wellness. This unique combination of counseling and nursing has enabled her to address complex emotional, behavioral, psychological, and physical issues that impact a person's life.

Denise has years of experience as a presenter and group facilitator at healthcare conferences, schools, community programs, and business organizations. Teaching specialties include energy medicine, stress management, coping with pain and chronic illness, and integrative treatments for depression and anxiety. In individual sessions, specialties emphasize holistic approaches to wellness, which include Healing Touch, HeartMath biofeedback, guided imagery, relaxation techniques, and lifestyle management. Denise's publications include articles on behavioral health and wellness topics.

As an administrator and researcher, she has addressed multiple organizational issues in team building, morale support, time management, and interpersonal dynamics.

As a psychotherapist and consultant, she embraces individuals holistically, empowering people develop an inner awareness and effective coping skills to maximize their potential and balance their lives. She is a bridge between traditional Western medicine and integrative health, teaching people to develop powerful skills in self-healing, intuitive wisdom, and personal growth. Denise's heart-felt passion is teaching and supporting individuals and groups to accomplish goals that lead toward confidence, excellence, and success.

“I have always been drawn to teaching and learning with others, as we venture along our paths in life. The journey may be arduous, but we can reap great riches and rewards along the way. The key is to keep our eyes wide open, our ears tuned in, our hearts full of hope, and our souls at peace."

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