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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Guided Stretch Therapy Program for June - Hybrid

 

Washington Institute of Natural Medicine


Guided Stretch Therapy Certificate Program


A specialized stretching bodywork technique that assists with improving tightness, decreased range of motion, and pain


2 Levels Required


Flexible People Survive the Storms of Life


Guided Stretch Therapy Level 1

Saturday, June 20th, 2026 Live Online

Lecture Level, Theory and Method

10 am to 12 pm

Additional Option: On Demand Online

Free Zoom Meeting with Instructor with Question about Content



Guided Stretch Therapy Level 2

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Clinical Level, Hands-on

In Baltimore, MD

10 am to 2 pm

Additional Option: Upon Request in Baltimore, at your location, or Live Online


See Further Descriptions Below


  Special $195.00 per level

 Regular Price $225.00 per level

Lecture Instructor: Jen Martinez, HD

Clinical Instructor: Robert White, LMT



Perfect for Massage Therapists, Nurses, Nursing Technicians, Physical Therapists, Aestheticians, Acupressure Practitioners, Reflexology Practitioners, Medical Technicians, Fitness Trainers, other licensed or Certified health care workers, and Beginners


Make a Payment for a Class, Click Here


Instructions

Select Other and type in Guided Stretch Level 1 or Level 2

in the drop down box and $195.00



What is Guided Stretch Therapy?


Guided Stretch Therapy (GST) is a specialized bodywork technique performed on a fully clothed individual, that assists with improving stiffness, tightness, decreased range of motion, and pain.


GST is provided by advanced trained licensed or certified health care practitioners such as Nursing Personnel, Personal Trainers, Medical Technicians, Massage Therapists, Acupressure Practitioners, and Reflexology Practitioners, that have been additionally trained and certified in Guided Stretch Therapy.


Guided Stretch Therapy has been proven to enhance:

  • Range of Motion
  • Flexibility
  • Recovery from Injuries
  • Recovery from Sports


It slows down the progression of muscle aging, improves the nervous system's ability to relax, and aides in the ability to get better sleep.


It is all possible due to the myofascial system being entertwined with the sensory receptors within the muscles, that connect to the spinal cord and the brain.


Properly guided static stretching allows the nervous system and muscular system to work in synchronicity.


In Person Clinical (Level 2) is located at:

1800 North Charles St., Baltimore MD 21201


Make a Payment for the Class, Click Here


Instructions

Select Other and type in Guided Stretch Level 1 or Level 2

in the drop down box and $195.00




Guided Stretch Therapy Class Descriptions


Level 1 is a lecture on the principles, research and routine. Level 1 can be done Live Online or On demand online.

The student will receive a Letter of completion with 3 Continuing Education units upon completion of Level 1 test.

3 CEs


Make a Payment for the Class, Click Here


Instructions

Select Other and type in Guided Stretch Level 1

in the drop down box and $195.00



Level 2 is a practical with an instructor. The student will receive a certificate upon completion of Level 2 and show proficiency of the doing the routine. The student will receive 3 continuing education units.

3 CEs


Make a Payment for the Class, Click Here


Instructions

Select Other and type in Guided Stretch Level 2

in the drop down box and $195.00



Please call to sign up at:

(301) 538-9540, (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681


The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) has reviewed the Washington Institute's Guided Stretch Program and has determined that the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine can teach this program in Maryland. MHEC permits WINM to use the word "Institute" in its name as referenced in COMAR 13B.01.01.15(I)(3)(a).  Disclaimer: WINM is not licensed by MHEC but rather its classes have gone through a reviewal process.


District of Columbia General Business Licensed with the following endorsements: Education Services, Apprenticeship Training,

Exam Preparation and Tutoring, Educational Support Services


Approved for continuing education through the

American Alternative Medical Association


Massage and Bodywork classes approved for continuing education

 for massage therapists through NCBTMB


Accredited by the

American Association of Drugless Practitioners 


Student review - "Dr. Jen did a fantastic job she is a wise, intuitive healer with a vast knowledge of aromatherapy. What a wonderful experience!" Melisa M. Miner


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681, (301) 538-9540 


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Sunday, May 10, 2026

Natural Health Care and Bodywork Classes

 

Certification

and

Continuing Education Classes



        Washington Institute of Natural Medicine

and Sister Organizations


Holistic Health Care, Holistic Nutrition, Reflexology, Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Cranial Sacral, Glymphatic Drainage, Colon Irrigation, Herbology, Feng Shui,

Guided Stretch, Reiki, Ear Candling, Foot Detox,

Cannabis Advisor, TCM


See our Many YouTube Video Links Below

Describing our Classes, Programs, and Methods

Special Attention Just for You


We are Much Different from the Rest of the Online Classes !!


You can Actually talk to a Person !!!!


We provided

Individualized Personalized Attention


With the Following Offered


Free

Brief Phone Consultations with the Director and/or Teacher

to review Class Details and Options prior to signing up


Free

Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp, or Adobee Connect Meeting with the teacher to review any questions you may have, or to review technique, after attended a recorded On Demand Class


Class Modules

Just $65.00 each


Online Registration for Several Classes Available


Acupressure----Reiki----Reflexology----Cranial Sacral


Glymphatic Drainage___ TCM



Acupressure Program

Pre-Recorded Powerpoint Presentations with Video Lectures

with a 10 question quiz per section


Acupressure Module 101 $65.00

Introduction to Acupressure


Acupressure Module 102 $65.00

Treating acute health complaints


Acupressure Module 103 $65.00

Treating chronic complaints


Letter of completion provided for each module, upon meeting class requirements. Certificate provided after the completion of all modules, assignments, and tests. Each module is 1 CE credit, with a total of 3 CEs when all three modules are completed. This educational activity is approved for 3 CEs by NCBTMB, CE Broker, AAMA, and ANHA.


See Our Acupressure Video About the Practice


This Program does not include Acupuncture


Register and Pay Online for Acupressure 101


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


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Touch Therapy/Reiki Program

Pre-Recorded Powerpoint Presentations with Video Lectures

with a 10 question quiz per section


Touch Therapy/Reiki Module 101 $65.00

Introduction to Reiki


Touch Therapy/Reiki Module 102 $65.00

Healing Self


Touch Therapy/Reiki Module 103 $65.00

Healing Others


Letter of completion provided for each module upon meeting class requirements. Certificate provided after the completion of all modules, assignment, and tests. Each module is 1 CE credit, with a total of 3 CEs when all three modules are completed. This educational activity is approved for 3 CEs by NCBTMB, CE Broker, AAMA, and ANHA.


See Our Reiki Therapy Video


Register and Pay Online for Reiki 101


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


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Glymphatic Drainage Program

Pre-Recorded Powerpoint Presentations with Video Lectures

with a 10 question quiz per section


Glymphatic Drainage Module 101 $65.00

Introduction to Glymphatic Drainage


Glymphatic Drainage Module 102 $65.00

Treating acute health complaints


Glymphatic Drainage Module 103 $65.00

Treating chronic health complaints


A letter of completion is provided for each module upon meeting class requirements. A Certificate is provided after the completion of all three modules, assignments, and tests. Each module is 1 CE credit, with a total of 3 CEs when all three modules are completed. This educational activity is approved for 3 CEs by the NCEA, NCBTMB, AAMA, and CE Broker.


See Our YouTube Video on Glymphatic Drainage


Register and Pay Online for Glymphatic Drainage 101


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com



The Glymphatic Drainage Live Online

Intensive Program

Includes Modules 101, 102, and 103

All in one intensive Live Online lecture

$195.00


10am - 2 pm, 3 CE  Credits

Instructor: Jen Martinez-Bentley, HD


Upon Request


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540 

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Glymphatic Drainage Level 1 for $195.00



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Traditional Chinese Medicine


TCM Module 101 $65.00

Introduction to TCM


Letter of completion provided for this module upon meeting class requirements. This educational activity is approved for

1 CE by CE Broker, AAMA, and ANHA.


Traditional Chinese Medicine Video


Register and Pay Online for TCM Module 101


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


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Reflexology Program

Pre-Recorded Powerpoint Presentations with Video Lectures

with a 10 question quiz per section


Reflexology 101 $65.00

Introduction to Reflexology


Reflexology 102 $65.00

Treating acute health complaints


Reflexology 103 $65.00

Treating chronic complaints

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Letter of completion provided for each module upon meeting class requirements. Certificate provided after the completion of all modules, assignments, and tests. Each module is 1 CE credit, with a total of 3 CEs when all three modules are completed. This educational activity is approved for 3 CEs by NCBTMB, AAMA, and ANHA.


See Our Video About

The Practice of Reflexology


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540 

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Reflexology 101 in the drop down box and $65.00


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Cranial Sacral Program

Pre-Recorded Powerpoint Presentations with Video Lectures

with a 10 question quiz per section


Cranial Sacral 101 $65.00

Introduction to Reflexology


Cranial Sacral 102 $65.00

Treating acute health complaints


Cranial Sacral 103 $65.00

Treating chronic complaints


Letter of completion provided for each module upon meeting class requirements. Certificate provided after the completion of all modules, assignments, and tests. Each module is 1 CE credit, with a total of 3 CEs when all three modules are completed. This educational activity is approved for 3 CEs by NCBTMB, AAMA, and ANHA.


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Cranial Sacral Video


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Cranial Sacral 101 in the drop down box and $65.00


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Certification Programs


Holistic Health Care, Holistic Nutrition, Reflexology, Acupressure, Aromatherapy, Glymphatic Drainage,

Colon Irrigation, Herbology, Feng Shui, Guided Stretch, Reiki, Ear Candling, Foot Detox, Cannabis Advisor



Holistic Nutrition

6 levels - $195.00 per level


Click Here to See our

Holistic Nutrition Program Video


Now 6 Levels



Make a Payment for the Class

Select Holistic Nutrition Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00


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Reflexology

4 levels - $195.00 per level


See Our Video About

The Practice of Reflexology


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Reflexology Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00


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Acupressure

Basic

2 levels - $195.00 per level

Advanced

4 levels - $195.00 per level


See Our Acupressure Video About the Practice


This Program does not include Acupuncture


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Acupressure Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00


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Aromatherapy

Basic

2 levels - $195.00 per level

Advanced

4 levels - $195.00 per level


Our Aromatherapy Program Video


The Program Has been adjusted slightly from the Video


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Aromatherapy Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00



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Glymphatic Drainage

2 levels - $195.00 per level


Glymphatic Drainage Video Description


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Glymphatic Drainage Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00


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Master Herbology

10 levels - $195.00 per level

(8 levels Herbology, 2 levels nutrition)


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Herbology Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00


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Feng Shui Design

2 levels - $195.00 per level


Call to Register or


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Other and type in Feng Shui Level 1

in the drop down box and $195.00



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Holistic Health Care

10 levels - $195.00 per level


Video About the Natural Wellness Evaluation

Taught in the Holistic Program


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Holistic Health Care Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00


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Guided Stretch Therapy

2 levels - $195.00 per level


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Other and type in Guided Stretch Level 1

in the drop down box and $195.00

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Ear Candling, Foot Bath, Slimming Wrap

1 level - $195.00 per level


See Our Foot Detox Therapy Video


See Our Video On the Ear Candling Technique


Call to Register

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Reiki/Touch Therapy

3 levels - $195.00 per level


Reiki Therapy Video


Make a Payment for the Class

Select Reiki Touch Therapy Level 1 in the drop down box

and $195.00



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Cannabis Wellness Advisor
See CannabisConnection.org

for details


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Online Registration and Payment for Classes



Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for A Class



Colon Hydrotherapy Irrigation Certification

Training Program

 Each Level $195.00


Level 1 – Anatomy & Physiology

On Demand Online

 

Level 2 – Holistic Nutrition

On Demand Online

 

Level 3 – Drug and Herbal Interactions

On Demand Online

 

Level 4 – Business Ethics/Office

On Demand Online

 

Level 5 – Complementary Modalities

On Demand Online

 

Level 6 – Intestinal Health, Microbiology, Function vs. Dysfunction, Anatomy & Physiology of the Alimentary Tract, Colon Hydrotherapy, History, Theory, and Practice.

Scheduled at Treatment Center

 

Level 7 – Best Practices, Office Procedures, Health and Sanitation

Scheduled at Treatment Center

 

Level 8 – Practicum, Performing Colon Irrigation Sessions

Scheduled at Treatment Center


Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for a Class

Select Other and type in Colon Irrigation for the class name,

Select Level 1 (or the level you need)

in the level/module section

In the price drop down box for select $195.00


Call for assistance for online payment if needed


See our YouTube Video Link Below

Describing Colon Hydrotherapy Irrigation

Sigmoid Colon Irrigation


Colon Hydrotherapy Irrigation Video

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Certification Programs

and Continuing Education Classes



Live Online, On Demand Online, In Person, and Hybrid Classes with In Person Clinicals


Upon Request In Person Lecture Classes/Clinicals



Bodyworker and Massage Therapists

Continuing Education Classes

Approved by NCBTMB


Reflexology, 8 CEs


Acupressure, 8 - 16 CEs


Aromatherapy, 6 CEs


Glymphatic Drainage, 3 - 6 CEs


Guided Stretch Therapy, 3 - 6 CEs


Orthopedic Massage, 8 - 40 CEs


Chair Massage, 6 CEs


Ethics, 6 CEs


Raindrop Technique, 8 CEs


Reflexology with Aromatherapy, 7 CEs


Spa Bodyworker, 8 - 64 CEs


Touch Therapy, 8 CEs


Shiatsu, 12 CEs


Vitaflex Therapy, 3 CEs


Neural Pressure Therapy, 8 CEs



Online Registration and Payment for Classes



Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for A Class


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Online Registration and Payment for Classes



Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for A Class


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Testing for Certification

Credit for Life Experience

or Training outside of the US


Acupressure


Reflexology


Zone Reflexology


Guided Stretch


Aromatherapy



Online Registration and Payment for Classes



Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540

Email to Register: naturaldoctordc@aol.com


Make a Payment for A Class


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Select from, Live Online, On Demand Online, In Person, or Hybrid Classes with in Person Clinicals

On demand classes are pre-recorded and taken at your convenience

Hybrid is combined Live online, or on demand classes, with in person clinical


Classes are taught as independent modules and can be taken in any order

except for clinical

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Accredited by the

American Association of Drugless Practitioners


 Approved for continuing education through the

American Alternative Medical Association (AAMA)


Massage and Bodywork classes approved for continuing education

for Massage Therapists and Bodywork Practitioners

through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)


Approved National Coalition for Estheticians Association (NCEA) Continuing Education Provider for Estheticians, Barbers, and Cosmetologists for the Glymphatic Drainage Educational Activity.

DC Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists Recognizes NCEA


  

Approved Provider for the American Naturopathic and Holistic Association (ANHA) which is a peer review organization for professional natural health care practitioners and training institutions


Approved Provider for the Holistic Services Agency


 District of Columbia General Business Licensed with the following endorsements: Education Services, Apprenticeship Training,

Exam Preparation and Tutoring, Educational Support Services


Approved Continuing Education Provider for the School of Modern Nursing


Approved Continuing Education Provider for Heart Beat RN


Approved Continuing Education Provider

National Association for Practical Nurses Education and Services


CE Broker Approved Provider for

Nurses, Estheticians, Barbers, Cosmetologists, Acupuncturists,

Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Fitness Trainers, and the Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certification Board


Approved Training Provider for

American Association of Nutritional Consultants


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Instructor: Jen Martinez, HD, CHHP, BCMT

Doctor of Homeopathy, Certified Holistic Practitioner

Board Certified Massage Therapist


Student review - "Dr. Jen did a fantastic job, she is a wise, intuitive healer with a vast knowledge and experience!" Melisa M. Miner


Online Registration and Payment for Classes



Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681

Call or text to register: (301) 538-9540 



 www.NaturalHealthDC.com