Hands for Healing with Needles of Light, Inc / Jeff McConnell

01/21/2026

Ready to transform your well-being? Discover the healing power of Reiki! 🌟
Reiki offers a unique approach to healing by focusing on the flow of life energy within the body.
This ancient practice, rooted in Japanese tradition, aims to clear energy blockages that may cause physical or emotional discomfort. Many people turn to Reiki to find relaxation, pain relief, and support for their overall well-being.
This post explores how Reiki works, its history, and practical ways it can benefit your health here: https://wix.to/6Cq42tW

If you are interested in not just receiving Reiki, but practicing it, we host Reiki 1 and 2 Classes and Attunements every few months with the first one of the year on February 22nd!
Usui Reiki 1 & 2 Attunement Class with Dr. Jeff McConnell
^^ Click here for more info on the class!

01/11/2026

Happy Sunday! Hope to see you today for Qi Gong at 10am!

New year = new in-person, hands-on CEU seminars date at the clinic:
✅ Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) 1+
✅ Reiki 1 & 2
✅ Shiatsu 1+

Even if this is a *bi-year* for massage license renewals, it’s a great time to knock out your in-person CEUs early and bring new, actionable skills into your practice.

Plan for 2026: We’re aiming to host a seminar on the LAST Sunday of every month, rotating these 3 classes throughout the year! As well as host a few seminars in places outside out County/State!

𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘀:
1) 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙄𝙨𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝟣
📅 Sunday, Jan 18 | 🕗 8am–8pm
🎓 12 CEU | 💵 $200
Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1180954263521424

2) 𝙍𝙚𝙞𝙠𝙞 𝟣 & 𝟤
📅 Sunday, Feb 22
✨ Reiki 1: 8am–2pm (💵$95) 🎓 6 CEU
✨ Reiki 2: 2pm–8pm (💵$95) 🎓 6 CEU
*Reiki 1 is required for Reiki 2 — both can be taken the same day.*
Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1289753529502904

3) 𝙎𝙝𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙨𝙪 𝟣
📅 Sunday, Mar 29 | 🕗 8am–8pm
🎓 12 CEU | 💵 $200
Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/24938111102476019

✅ Open to the public | No prerequisites (except Reiki 1 for Reiki 2)

Register + view the full calendar:
https://www.handsforhealing.com/course-registration

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗲𝗳𝗳 𝗠𝗰𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹, 𝗟𝗠𝗧, 𝗔𝗣
𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰.
𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝟴𝟴𝟭𝟯 𝗗𝗿. 𝗠𝗟𝗞 𝗝𝗿 𝗦𝘁 𝗡, 𝗦𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗲, 𝗙𝗹, 𝟯𝟯𝟳𝟬𝟮
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: (𝟳𝟮𝟳) 𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟬𝟬𝟬

Complete your CEUs in St. Petersburg - Approved Provider. Fast CE Broker Reporting. Shiatsu, Stretching, Reiki Courses Available.

01/09/2026

☯️🔥🐎𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿!🐎🔥☯️

We hope this message is received by you well as we welcome you Join us on Sunday, January 11th for our first Guided Qigong Class of the year, with Dr. Jeff McConnell, LMT, AP—This will be a grounding, self-nurturing practice to help you breathe deeply, soften tension, and feel more centered as we venture further into the new year.

We are excited to share that this year we will be aiming to offer 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Community Qi Gong, every Second Sunday of the month!

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗤𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗴?
Qigong, pronounced “chee-gong,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. Qigong has both psychological and physical components and involves the regulation of the mind, breath, and body’s movement and posture.

𝗜𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗾𝗶𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴:
-Breath is slow, long, and deep with patterns that may switch from abdominal breathing to -breathing combined with speech sounds.
-Movements are typically gentle and smooth, aimed for relaxation.
-Mind regulation includes focusing one’s attention and visualization.
-Dynamic (active) qigong techniques primarily focus on body movements, especially movements of the whole body or arms and legs.
-Meditative (passive) qigong techniques can be practiced in any posture that can be maintained over time and involve breath and mind exercises, with almost no body movement.

𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗤𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗴:
• Supports relaxation and stress relief
• May help ease chronic tension/pain
• Encourages mobility and balance
• Supports mood and overall wellbeing

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁: 𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗲𝗳𝗳 𝗠𝗰𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹, 𝗟𝗠𝗧, 𝗔𝗣
𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰.
𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝟴𝟴𝟭𝟯 𝗗𝗿. 𝗠𝗟𝗞 𝗝𝗿 𝗦𝘁 𝗡, 𝗦𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗲, 𝗙𝗹, 𝟯𝟯𝟳𝟬𝟮
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁: (𝟳𝟮𝟳) 𝟴𝟮𝟯 𝟵𝟬𝟬𝟬

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝟭/𝟭𝟭/𝟮𝟲'
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟬𝗮 - 𝟭𝟭𝗮 (𝟭𝗵𝗿)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1969538413999507

12/17/2025

Seasons Greetings and Winter Blessings!❄️

With the days shortening and the nights lingering, leading up to the winter solstice on the horizon, we are called to slow down and look inward to reflect on all this past year has had to offer, with gratitude for all that has been there for us, form and form-less.

We want to wholeheartedly thank our lovely clients who have had the desire to take some of their health and wellness back into their own hands by learning from what we have to offer at the clinic. This has left us flooded with growth and abundance since opening the new clinic 2 years ago! Thank You, Thank You Thank Y O U!

To algin with the slowing down of the season and to practice what we preach (from a Tao/TCM POV), We have scheduled some days off ahead:

12/22 will be a 1/2 day off (Fully Booked)
12/23 Off for Holidays
12/24 Off for Holidays
12/31 Off for NYE
1/1/2026 Off for NYD

We are open ALL other weekdays for the rest of the year and still have a few acupuncture time slots with Dr Jeff and plenty of Massage Openings with Austin P!

We also have Gift Certificates so if you are in search of a last min stocking stuffer/gift for you or a loved one, the gift of self-care cant be beat!

Call or visit us at the clinic to get yours!
727 823 9000

Have a Safe & Joyous Solstice and Happy & Healthy Holidays!
~Dr Jeff and Austin P.

10/30/2025

It's the day before Halloween and we had this gut-sinking feeling to SLASH both the price of Dr Jeffs 'Integrative Synergy' 90 min session AND its New patient Special. 🎃🔪
🧙‍♀️That Witch WAS originally $150/90 min; $135 with a new patient special.👻

NOW is $140/90 Min session; $125 for the new patient special!

Call us today to Harvest this spooky new deal as well as tapping into our massage specials with Austin to help Reanimate your body into new light! 🧟

Happy Halloween and Samhain Blessings to you! 🦇🌕🕯

07/11/2025

Summer Season is Preheated and is fully Cooking!🌞
Us here hope you have been staying hydrated and full of seasonal Fire and Life.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, the summer season corresponds to the 🔥FIRE🔥 element.
This element is regulated by the Yin-Yang☯️ organ pair of the Heart and Small Intestine, which are associated with the emotion of joy☺️, the bitter taste, and the color red❤️‍🔥.
Summer is a period characterized by heightened yang energy, warmth, expansion, and outward movement. To align with the energy of this season, TCM advises engaging in activities that encourage circulation and emotional well-being, such as Qi Gong, yoga, swimming, or spending time outdoors. Consuming cooling and heart-healthy foods, as well as cultivating positive emotions, are also considered essential for maintaining wellness during the summer months in TCM.

This summer, a new deal is available in addition to the regular specials.
‘Austin’s Summer Shiatsu Special’ is a combo package that includes:

• An intake session and a complimentary AcuGraph reading with Dr. Jeff and Austin. This evaluation examines the body's 12 meridian functions, identifies imbalances, and provides suggestions for realignment through acupuncture points and lifestyle recommendations. A colored printout of the results is included (valued at $50).

• Clients will then select either a 2-session or 4-session pack of Shiatsu (acupressure massage along the meridians, needle-free) with Austin. These sessions are designed to address any imbalances identified during the AcuGraph evaluation, as well as concerns raised during the intake process.

• 2 pack/$160
• 4 pack/$300
More information on the AcuGraph evaluation>: https://www.handsforhealing.com/post/acugraph-digital-meridian-technology

Call us for more information, any questions or To book your appointment!

Happy Healing and May the Light and Yang energy of the Summer season keep you Happy, Healthy and Free!🕊

06/06/2025

Yang Risings! ☀️
May this post find you in good space 🙏

As the longest day of the year & summer encroaches, we at the clinic have felt the call to share some of the healing warmth we offer, with the community!
So join us on the evening of the Summer Solstice, June 20th, from 7pm - ~8pm+ for a evening of sharing this Intelligent Life Qi we know and practice as Reiki.

No reiki experience or base Attunements needed to join as this will be for all levels of practice and walks of life!
Dr Jeff will first lightly go over the practice of reiki and how with intent, even one without attunements can send the energy, then we will dive into the reiki sharing circles for the rest of the evening 🕉

Hope to see you out here and stay tuned for event page and more info to come!

Happy Healings☯️

04/17/2025

Join us May 18th for a FREE community event featuring local businesses that keep St. Pete weird + well!

Expect freebies, demos, and free or by-donation wellness services like massages, chiropractic adjustments, acupressure, and more.

Plus: music, kombucha, healthy food, and a 50/50 raffle benefitting expansive therapies for veterans.

Featuring:
Body Center St. Pete
Flow Wellness
Sunshine City Counseling
Kung Fu Chiro
Hands for Healing with Needles of Light, Inc / Jeff McConnell
Soul Purpose Wellness Guild
Mother Kombucha
Be Your Best Self & Thrive Counseling
AND MORE!

Sponsored by Dally Does It All

FB event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AEL996ase/

04/01/2025

Need In-Person Massage CEU Hours and feel weight of the encroaching license renewal coming end of August? Don't wait till last minute and check out our local, in person, CE Broker & NCBTMB certified Classes to learn tangible modalities to be worked into your practice!


Event/ Class Schedule : https://www.handsforhealing.com/course-registration

03/21/2025

"The Tampa Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Florida and Hands for Healing, would like to put a spring in your step by inviting you to join us for a Qi Gong energy healing workshop this Saturday at 1pm EST!

We will be hosting Professor and veteran Dr. Jeff McConnell of Hands for Healing with Needles of Light. All levels of sight and ability are encouraged to check it out. Can’t wait to see you in some comfy clothes for easy movement. There will be something for everyone!"

If you would like to join us virtually, please see the following information to log into our Zoom room. PLEASE refrain from joining until Saturday 3/22 at 1p EST as The Tampa Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Florida will be streaming their monthly chapter meeting prior to having some FUN!

Topic: Tampa Chapter Qigong energy healing workshop

Time: March 22, 2025 1:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/98776627448?pwd=P3aN7a0WStx7fvbasLevuEEVKGgnd9.1

Meeting ID: 987 7662 7448

Passcode: 536654

Also joins us in person on 4/20 morning for another session of Community Qi Gong!

03/20/2025

Spring has Sprung and us here at Hands for Healing are wishing you a Blessed Spring Equinox!

Over the next month+ we have offerings almost every weekend that we would like to bring to your attention!
Starting with Reiki 1 & 2 Training this Sunday, March 23rd!
Usui Reiki 1 & 2 Attunement Class with Dr. Jeff McConnell

Then on April 6th we have our Shiatsu 1 Class, Shiatsu #1 – Acupressure Along Meridians ~ In Person TCM Class

Following that we have Active Isolated Stretching 1, Active Isolated Stretching #1 for Sports and Medical Uses ~ In Person Class -

Ending with community Qi Gong event on Easter/420 morning!
Qi Gong for Health and Wellness ~ W/ Dr. Jeff McConnell

Also note We are still running our New patient specials for Drs. Jeffs Integrative Synergy Session and Austin's Massage sessions~ More info on the flyers below as well as on our website handsforhealing.com!

We sincerely hope you take the chance to SPRING in to action on achieving better health and wellness by honoring your temples in alignment with the seasons and we are here to aid in that process in anyway we can ☯️

May Wellness and Clarity continue to surround you and your loved ones🙏