Hawthorn Healing Arts Center

09/10/2025

Craving deeper connection—with yourself and with other women? Join counselor and holistic therapist Shanti O’Connor for a 6-week journey into presence, vulnerability, and authentic sisterhood. Together we’ll explore courageous communication, mindfulness, and the power of openness as a path to feminine strength.

📍 Hawthorn Healing Arts, Bend
🗓️ Wednesdays, Oct. 8 – Nov. 12, 6:30–8:00 pm
✨ Limited spots—call 541-330-0334 to reserve your space.

Get more details by following the link below.

Craving deeper connection—with yourself and with other women? Join Shanti O’Connor for a 6-week journey into presence, vulnerability, and authentic sisterhood.

09/09/2025

Join Lisa Swisher for Level 1 Reiki Activation & Certification on Saturday, September 27th, 10:00 am- 4:00 pm at Hawthorn Healing Arts Center. Learn more and get signed up below.

Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of healing and self-improvement that everyone can learn and use! Join Lisa Swisher for the next Reiki Level 1 class at Hawthorn Healing Arts.

09/03/2025

In today's wobbly world, stress often feels unavoidable. But how we manage stress can make all the difference between burnout and resilience. Acupuncture provides a way to reset, allowing the body to shift out of high-alert mode and back into balance. Over time, regular treatments can help cultivate not only relaxation but also greater emotional strength and clarity. Read the full story below.

Acupuncture Helps the Body Handle Stress -- What makes acupuncture so effective for stress relief is its ability to influence the body’s natural regulatory systems.

08/28/2025

A colonoscopy is one of the most effective tools for detecting changes in the bowel early on. It’s an invaluable screening tool—but one that doesn’t leave the gut unchanged. The preparation itself can have a dramatic short-term impact on your digestive system.

Patients often emerge from a colonoscopy with a “clean slate” in their intestines—but that also means a disrupted microbiome, weakened intestinal lining, and temporarily sluggish digestion. This is where naturopathic medicine shines: Helping you rebuild your microbiome—not only to restore digestion, but also to protect immune function and long-term gut health. Read more below.

One of the most important steps after colonoscopy prep is actively rebuilding your gut flora. Aftercare isn’t just about symptom relief—it’s about truly rebuilding the gut so it can thrive.

08/26/2025

In last month's issue of The Medicine Cabinet Within I described that the leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease, and the underlying chronic illnesses that can contribute. Also discussed were the primary physiological issues that are the focus of heart disease treatment and prevention. In this second article on the topic, the connection between our minds, emotions and the heart are the focus, offering more insight into underlying causes of cardiovascular illness and at the same time, "mind-body" approaches to prevention. Read more below.

Check out Dr. Phillips' free talk happening at Hawthorn Healing Arts today: https://www.hawthorncenter.com/join-us-for-this-free-event-the-holistic-approach-to-heart-disease/

Taking steps to build mindful practices into a weekly routine to improve how we feel will lead to better cardiovascular health.

08/26/2025

Thank you, Bend -- We’re proud to be your Best Alternative Health Clinic! -- We’re honored to share that Hawthorn Healing Arts Center has once again been voted Best Alternative Health Clinic in Central Oregon in the Bend Source Weekly’s Best of Central Oregon poll. This recognition means so much to us because it comes directly from you—our patients, friends, and community. Thank you for trusting us with your health and for supporting the work we love to do.

Read more >>> https://www.hawthorncenter.com/thank-you-bend-were-proud-to-be-your-best-alternative-health-clinic/

08/22/2025

Check out this NEW Friday Massage Special with massage therapist, Cinnamon Crabb LMT - Friday only discount: $85/60 min. or $125 for 90 min. Call now to take advantage of this special offer! 541-330-0334.

08/12/2025

Join Lisa Swisher for Level 1 Reiki Activation & Certification 8/23/25 - 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. Get signed up today! Reiki is a simple, natural, and safe method of healing and self-improvement that everyone can learn and use! In this class, learn about the history of Reiki, how to use it to promote healing for yourself and others, and practice giving and receiving Reiki. Follow the link below for more information.

Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of healing and self-improvement that everyone can learn and use! Join Lisa Swisher for the next Reiki Level 1 class at Hawthorn Healing Arts.

08/11/2025

The Holistic Approach to Heart Disease -- Free Community Talk with Dr. Joshua Phillips, ND -- Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States — but it doesn’t have to be. While conventional medicine often focuses on managing cholesterol or blood pressure with medication, naturopathic physician Dr. Joshua Phillips takes a broader view, looking at the whole person — mind, body, and spirit.

On Tuesday, August 26, from 6:30–7:30 PM, Dr. Phillips will offer a free community talk at the Hawthorn Healing Arts Center Community Room: The Holistic Approach to Heart Disease. This one-hour session will explore how to both prevent and address heart disease through lifestyle, nutrition, stress reduction, and emotional well-being.

This free talk is open to the public, but space is limited. Reserve your seat today by calling (541) 330-0334 or visit hawthorncenter.com to use our online form.

How to Cultivate a Healthy Heart in a Chaotic World

08/07/2025

We have a new article by Dr. Joshua Phillips to share today!
— Originally published in the The Source Weekly - The Medicine Cabinet Within -->> In 2023, heart disease accounted for approximately 22% of all American deaths, according to the CDC. The reasons for this are complex, due to endemic chronic health conditions like diabetes, obesity and hypertension all contribute to the development of heart disease. Smoking, lack of exercise and poor diet are also big contributors to heart attack and stroke.

High rates of depression and anxiety, which lend to a smoldering state of physiologic stress contribute greatly to the biological conditions that create an unhealthy heart. For these reasons there are many inroads and opportunities beyond diet and drugs to keep our heart and cardiovascular systems healthy. Read more by following the link below.

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08/05/2025

For many people who’ve undergone gallbladder removal—whether due to painful gallstones, chronic inflammation, or an urgent health issue—there’s often a sense of relief. The sharp pain might be gone, but new challenges can emerge as the digestive system adjusts to life without this small but mighty organ.

A common misconception is that gallbladder removal solves the problem permanently. But in many cases, the body continues to produce the same bile that once contributed to gallstone formation—and now, with no gallbladder to contain it, that bile can irritate the lining of the intestines or stomach. Follow the link below to read the full story.

For many people who’ve undergone gallbladder removal—whether due to painful gallstones, chronic inflammation, or an urgent health issue—there’s often a sense of relief.

07/31/2025

Your skin is your largest organ—it works hard to protect you. And in the summer, it’s under a lot of extra pressure. Taking time to care for it with massage therapy, nourishing oils, and simple practices like dry brushing can make a world of difference. Follow the link below to read this story.

Cinnamon Crabb LMT is now in-network for Blue Cross & Blue Shield Insurance. CHECK OUT her August SPECIAL: Add Dry Bushing to your massage for FREE! Book a session with Cinnamon and let your skin breathe easy again. Call 541-330-0334 to schedule your appointment or feel free to use our online appointment form.

If you’ve never tried dry brushing, summer is the perfect time to start. This simple technique does wonders for dull, dry skin—especially when followed by a