Lora Cantele is a Registered Aromatherapist, Clinical Aromatherapist, Certified Aromatic Reflex Therapist/Instructor (formerly known as Swiss Reflex Therapy), and Aromatherapy educator.
Lora received her initial certification in Aromatherapy from the American College of Healthcare Sciences (formerly the Australasian College of Health Sciences) in Portland, OR in 2003. Additional studies include herbalism, body care, and nutrition. In the three years following, she studied with Shirley, Len, and Penny Price in France and England where she earned her Certification in Aromaflexology/Swiss Reflex Therapy and aromatherapy massage, and became a board-certified teacher for the Penny Price Academy of Aromatherapy. She is a Registered Aromatherapist with the Aromatherapy Registration Council. Lora continues her education earning an average of 100+ hours each year. Her areas of specialty include; palliative care and children with special needs. In 2011, Lora added 'M' Technique (for hands & feet) to her list of certifications.
I believe in the benefits of aromatherapy and endeavor to educate my clients on how to incorporate Aromatherapy into their everyday lives as a pleasurable means to preventing illness. Stress is the underlying cause of 80% of all dis-ease. Aromatherapy is an excellent means to alleviate stress and provide comfort. My focus is to identify and address the "root cause" of ill health; not just the symptoms. I empower my clients to be more proactive in their health care.
After suffering the pain of back injuries as a result of multiple car accidents, I was told that ongoing physical therapy was the only means to provide me any relief. I wasn't happy with that option and was later introduced to aromatherapy, which went a long way to provide pain relief and comfort and lifted my spirits. As a new mom, aromatherapy was very helpful in helping me to provide comfort and care to my children. I believed that aromatherapy was the best-kept secret to wellness ever. After reading as much as I could about the subject, I decided I wanted to become a certified practitioner to share the wonderful healing benefits of aromatherapy with others to help them find relief.
My aromatic journey has taken me to wonderful places around the world to enhance my education. I have been very fortunate to have studied with many world-renowned experts in aromatherapy and natural health. Let me use my expertise to help you achieve and sustain good health daily using nature's medicine.
Lora is an Aromatherapy writer, educator, and international speaker. She co-authors The Complete Aromatherapy & Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness (Robert Rose Inc.) Available on Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, and other fine retailers (retail $24.95). Signed copies are available here.
Lora is a champion for solid education in Aromatherapy use and training for Aromatherapy practitioners. She is proud to be included among many of her esteemed colleagues in the upcoming film "Uncommon Scents," a documentary that aims to provide the audience with credible information about the history, chemistry, interfaces, efficacy, and best practices associated with using essential oils for balance, health, and wellness. Click here for a preview. She was also featured in the Netflix documentary (UN)WELL, episode 1 "essential oils."