NCCHSA

A Letter From the President

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I am excited to announce the formal organization of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association (NCCHSA), officially formed in January 2008. This organization endorses the highest standards in practitioner care, public safety and continuing education.

The NCCHSA was formed to proactively advocate for the practice of colon hydrotherapy for all clients using colon hydrotherapy services. The NCCHSA is committed to promoting and raising the educational standards for this practice, and is currently promoting licensure in the state of North Carolina to regulate this therapy. This will insure that those who provide these services are competent, are acting in the best interest of their clients, uphold safety standards for their clients and are maintaining continuing education.

As a collective group of colon hydrotherapists, I invite you to join us in supporting client and practitioner education throughout North Carolina. Coming from Florida, a state that regulates colon therapy through continuing education and upholds standards for safe practice, it is my passion to bring forth these same standards to North Carolina.

Officers of the association are as follows:

Darlene J. Holloway, LMBT, CT, SIT, President
Amy Denman, CTN, MH, Colon Therapist, Vice President
Denise Souza, Colon Therapist, Secretary
Kim Dupre, Colon Therapist, LMBT, Treasurer

Directors of the association are as follows:

Donna Randolph, Colon Therapist
Margarett Szalata, Colon Therapist

I encourage your participation by joining the NCCHSA to support the safe practice of colon hydrotherapy.

In coming together, we stand united.

Sincerely,

Darlene J. Holloway, LMBT, CT, SIT
President, NCCHSA

Contact Us

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Thank you for your interest in the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association. Please contact us at:

North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association
c/o Alternative Health Center
919 Kildaire Farm Rd.
Cary, NC 27511
Phone: 919-380-0023
Email: NCCHSA@gmail.com

Donate Today

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Please help NCCHSA meet its fundraising goal!
Please Send Your Donation To:

North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association
c/o Alternative Health Center
919 Kildaire Farm Rd.
Cary, NC 27511

Endorsements

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Hansa B. Medley, MD

August 10, 2008

To Whom It May Concern:

As a medical doctor I am familiar with the benefits of colon hydrotherapy. As such, I am in support of the continued practice of colon hydrotherapy. However colon hydrotherapy must be administered by a trained therapist using FDA approved equipment and the therapist must remain with the client throughout the procedure. I am aware of the efforts of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association to obtain licensure for colon hydrotherapists in the state of North Carolina & I endorse their efforts.

Sincerely,

Hansa B. Medley, MD
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Sylvester Yong, MD

October 1, 2008

To Whom it May Concern:

This is to confirm that I am a medical doctor who has been offering this procedure of colon hydrotherapy in my practice for the past 12 years. It is a procedure that has been especially beneficial to clients with bowel related problems. The procedure is also useful in assessing bowel function in terms of the level of stagnation, hydration and contraction.

Personally, I am fully in favor of making the procedure available to all clients who are interested in having the procedure. I also agree that there should be licensing guidelines to ensure the standards of practice of this procedure.

Your truly,
Sylvester Yong
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Cheryl M. Elliott, ANP

February 21, 2008

To Whom It May Concern:

As an adult nurse practitioner, I am familiar with the benefit of colon hydrotherapy. In fact, I have personally had colon hydrotherapy treatments. I believe that a trained therapist should administer colon hydrotherapy and the equipment should be FDA approved. I also feel that it is important for patient safety that the therapist should remain with the client throughout the procedure.

I am aware of the efforts of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association to obtain licensure for colon hydrotherapists in North Carolina. I support their efforts.

Sincerely,
Cheryl M. Elliott, ANP
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Granada S. Neil, MD

March 25, 2008

To whom it may concern:

As a medical doctor, I am familiar with the benefits of colon hydrotherapy which include: reducing pressure in the intra-abdominal area which is beneficial to the mobility of the lower lumbar region; stimulating peristaltic action of intestines restoring normal muscle tone; and removing toxic substances that affect biological aging. As such, I am in support of the continued practice of colon hydrotherapy.

However, it is absolutely imperative that colon hydrotherapy be administered by a trained therapist using FDA approved equipment. The therapist must also remain with the client throughout the entire procedure. I am aware of the efforts of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association to obtain licensure for colon hydrotherapists in the state of North Carolina and I also endorse their efforts.

Sincerely,
Granada S. Neil, MD
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Edmund R. Campion, MD

To Whom It May Concern:

I am aware of the efforts of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Association to obtain licensure for colon hydrotherapists in the state of North Carolina. I write today to express my endorsement of these efforts, as well as my conviction in the benefits of colon hydrotherapy. Licensure is vitally important for the welfare of the public, and should include conditions stating that colon hydrotherapy be administered by a trained therapist (using FDA-approved equipment), who remains with the client throughout the procedure.

As a physician, I am familiar with the benefits of colon hydrotherapy and am in support of it’s continued practice by trained, licensed colon hydrotherapists. I have observed reversals in chronic constipation and gains in healthy colon function due to the simple, skilled introduction of water to the colon by well-trained therapists, as well as increases in general health from the results from this work.

Sincerely,
Edmund R. Campion, MD
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Mark W. McClure, MD

February 2008

To Whom It May Concern:

As a medical doctor, I am familiar with the benefit of colon hydrotherapy. In fact, I have personally had colon hydrotherapy treatments. I believe that a trained therapist should administer colon hydrotherapy and the equipment should be FDA approved. I also feel that it is important for patient safety that the therapist should remain with the client throughout the procedure.

I am aware of the efforts of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association to obtain licensure for colon hydrotherapists in North Carolina. I support their efforts.

Sincerely,

Mark W. McClure, MD
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Thomas Bresley, MD

To Whom It May Concern:

I am aware of the efforts of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Association to obtain licensure for colon hydrotherapists in the state of North Carolina.

Licensure is a vital part of ensuring the welfare of the public when they provide consent for several procedures and therapies. Some procures are non invasive, like hair styling or facials. Others are more invasive like applying an enema or Colon Hydrotherapy. The professional applying the enema, performing a haircut or the one performing a facial require a license to do so in the state of North Carolina. The person performing Colon Hydrotherapy should also be required to have a license. The license will ensure that the therapist is a trained professional who uses FDA approved equipment and properly purifed water, who remains with the client throughout the procudure, and who maintains her/his fund of knowledge through continued education.

By this mean I want to express my endorsement of these efforts, of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Association to obtain licensure for Colon Hydrotherapist in the state of North Carolina.

Sincerely,

Thomas Bresley, MD

Join NCCHSA

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There are two ways to join NCCHSA: Allied Membership and Therapist Membership.

Allied Membership

Therapist Membership

Dear Prospective Member:

Please allow me to introduce the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association. The NCCHSA was formed to proactively advocate for the colon therapy practice and the clients that use our services.

The officers of the association are as follows:

President - Darlene J. Holloway, LMBT, CT, SIT
Vice President - Amy Denman, CTN, MH, Colon Therapist
Secretary - Denise Souza, Colon Therapist
Treasurer - Kim Dupre, Colon Therapist, LMBT

The NCCHSA’s goal is to promote the professional standards of the industry, and to insure that its clients receive treatment in a safe and effective manner. By seeking licensure for the colon hydrotherapists, the Association will insure the competency and educational standards of all therapists in North Carolina. Such standards will also insure the safety and best interests of each client.

The NCCHSA has retained the services of attorney Richard H. Carlton to achieve its legislative goals. Mr. Carlton is a veteran lobbyist who is well qualified to represent us, monitor legislative activity, and promote legislation sponsored by the NCCHSA. He has demonstrated a sincere interest in promoting our profession.

In order to accomplish our licensure goal, the Association needs your assistance and active participation. Our budget for retaining Mr. Carlton through through completion is $15,000. Outstanding dues must be collected and donations received to these expenses. To meet these costs, we ask that all therapists and members who have not paid their dues in full, to consider doing a.s.a.p. If you have paid in full, we ask that you please consider donating an amount monthly that is comfortable for you. Some therapists are currently donating $50 each month over and above their dues which is guaranteed additional funds. Please consider what you might be able to afford.

As shown on the attached membership form, new membership payments can be made in the full amount of $900.00, two payments of $450.00, or four payments of $225.00. It is anticipated that, after we are successful with our legislative efforts, annual dues will go down to $250 per year.

I know you will find licensure and membership in NCCHSA to be beneficial to you. Licensure for our profession is a necessary achievement for our practice and our clients. Please join us in this important endeavor. Working together we can make this happen.

Sincerely,
Darlene J. Holloway
President

Members

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Honorary ($500)

Amy Denman, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.AWellnessPath.com

Kim Dupre, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.WellvilleNC.com

Darlene Holloway, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.AHealthCenter.net

Lou Umscheid, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.YourHealthyColon.com

Darlene Barnes, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.Wellness2000online.com

Jaymie Weidenfeld, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)

Jennifer Woods, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.jackiewoods.org

Donna Randolph, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.MyHealthyConnection.com

Gabrielle Diamante, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)
www.IntestinalFitnessLLC.com

Brenda Watson (Florida)
Renew Life

Denise Souza (North Carolina)

Margarett Szalata (North Carolina)

Gold ($250)

Shari I. Newborn, Colon Hydrotherapist (North Carolina)

Sharon Fincke (South Carolina)
A Center For Well Being

Joan Geanuracos (South Carolina)
A Center For Well Being

Deborah Solomon (Arizona)
Speciality Health

Denna Asencio (Texas)
Dallas Colon Care Center, Inc

Silver ($150)

Tina Akrie (North Carolina)

Annemarie Furfarro (North Carolina)

Bronze ($100)

Dr. Angela Baylis (North Carolina)
AngelaBaylis

Enzymedica, Inc. (Florida)
Enzymedica

Julie Kellam (North Carolina)

Jane E. McNeil (North Carolina)
Natural Nutrition of the Carolinas

Elizabeth Spare (North Carolina)
Spare Design Studio

Drs. Milton and Dorothy Chandler (Illinois)
Chandlers Health

Lucy Westervelt (Florida)
Helping Hand, LLC

Portia and Jimmy Lewis

Dick Hoenninger (Texas)

Standard ($50)

Wendy Clouse (North Carolina)

Tom Brown (Colorado)
Kroger Herbs

Lila Reader (Massachusetts)
Cornerstone Therapeutics

Thomas Williams (North Carolina)
Triangle Home Service, Inc.

Student ($25)

Pat Coniguliaro (South Carolina)

Diane Cloer (South Carolina)

Cathy Shea (Florida)

Mosksha Sharon Kolman (North Carolina)

Deborah Neff (North Carolina)

Vernon Rawlings (North Carolina)

Elizabeth Smith (North Carolina)

Cherly Jefferson Paige (North Carolina)

Latest News

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Great news! The North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association (NCCHSA) is closer to its goal of licensure in North Carolina. The Board was diligent and tenacious as members wrote and rewrote the bill for licensing colon hydrotherapy and prepared to present its case during the long session of the North Carolina House of Representatives. The organization is very excited to announce that it has a bill!

With the encouragement and professional guidance of NCCHSA’s attorney, Dick Carlton, the organization created a bill acceptable to all house committees. Through Mr. Carlton’s commitment and skill NCCHSA is primed for victory. Thank you to our members for your support and encouragement throughout the process. It was a long process but one that seemed like a whirlwind in retrospect. The bill was first presented to the Licensing Committee, which voted in favor of our request to seek licensure. Next was the Health Committee, whose members had many questions. Our president, Darlene Holloway, did a fabulous job answering all their questions and concerns. NCCHSA lost some momentum and timeliness at this juncture due to some educational and safety concerns which were addressed. The Bill was amended to meet all desired requirements and we waited to be put back on the calendar.

Unfortunately, the session ended before members had the opportunity to represent to the Health Committee. Since the amended bill was not able to be presented to the Health Committee the second time, the bill listed on the North Carolina site is not the new bill. The short session begins in May 2010 and we are ready to move forward expediently and successfully. We are confident the bill will pass in the Health Committee, as we have already addressed all concerns. With that favorable vote, the bill would then proceed to the Finance Committee and then need the formal floor vote of the House. After the formality of the floor vote, the bill then moves to seek favorable votes in Senate committees and onto a Senate floor vote. The final step is a victory celebration! As you can see, the road seems long but may be quick. The only hurdle that can slow us down is our organization’s finances.

NCCHSA members are united and ready to move forward but need to stay committed to the task of funding our endeavor. Please visit our ‘Join’ page to find out more about our needs and how you can be a part of this great move forward for the state of North Carolina by joining NCCHSA as a therapist or a friend.

Finally, the Board applauds our tenacious president, Darlene Holloway. Darlene received the award for Therapist of the Year 2009. This award was presented by I-ACT at the I-ACT convention held in Indianapolis. Congratulations Darlene!

Sincerely,
Denise Souza
Secretary, NCCHSA

About Us

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The North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Association (NCCHSA) was formed in 2007 by a group of committed therapists, endeavoring to solidify the professional standard of colon hydrotherapy and ensure the safety of all clients. The goal of the NCCHSA is to promote the professional standard of the industry and ensure clients receive services in a safe and effective manner.

The Association is currently seeking licensure to regulate this therapy for the purposes of offering continuing education for trained therapists, proper use of FDA equipment, regulating training of colon hydrotherapists, and assuring consumers the right to seek colon hydrotherapy by a trained therapist. Colon hydrotherapy is a nationally growing health and wellness therapy; licensure will protect this modality of alternative health care and provide structure and direction as the profession grows while ensuring consumers receive safe, beneficial therapy.

Our Code of Ethics

The health, welfare, and comfort of our clients are our primary concern. We will treat our clients as we would treat ourselves. We will obtain comprehensive education in colon hydrotherapy and will assist schools in maintaining the highest standard of education for this purpose. We recognize the ever-changing nature of, approach to, and attitude towards health care. We will continue our education accordingly thereby keeping abreast of all new developments and advancements in this field. We will share our knowledge and awareness with others in the colon hydrotherapy profession. We recognize the necessity of maintaining a professional relationship with healthcare practitioners in other fields and of keeping pace with the latest developments in health care. We will work as a colon hydrotherapist as our education and training allows and demands and we will not infringe upon other professions we are not qualified to practice. We honor this profession and promise to uphold these tenants.

Darlene Holloway, LMBT, CT, SIT, is the president of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association, and the owner of the Alternative Health Center of Cary. Darlene has devoted over 30 years to teaching and serving others by integrating a variety of non-traditional preventative, restorative, and health maintenance therapies.

Darlene became familiar with colon therapy due to personal health reasons in the late 1970's, which lead to her interest in the alternative healthcare field. She is a graduate of the Florida Institute of Natural Health and the Florida School of Massage, where she received training in numerous alternative therapies culminating in her certification as a Natural Health Care Practitioner in 1981. She continues to build on her knowledge, and today holds the highest level of certification as an instructor with the International Association of Colon Therapy (I-ACT). She is also certified with the National Board of Colon Hydrotherapy.

Darlene is trained in Structural Integration, one of the most advanced forms of muscle therapy. She holds a license in Massage Therapy with North Carolina, and maintains a Florida license in Colon Hydrotherapy and Massage Therapy. Darlene continues to expand her knowledge in Naturopathic Studies to provide options and support for individuals seeking effective assistance outside of traditional health care. In 1987, she opened the Bodywork Therapies Clinic in Gainesville, Florida, a branch of the Florida School of Massage, where she trained students in Colon Hydrotherapy and in preparation for licensing by the State of Florida. During this time, she played an integral role in designing the curriculum and testing used by the state.

Darlene relocated to North Carolina in 1992 where she opened the Alternative Health Center and School of Cary, providing a wide range of healthcare services, including Colon Hydrotherapy, Reflexology, Structural Integration, Ionic Detoxification, Ear Candling, various massage modalities, as well as Colon Hydrotherapy training. She is the proud recipient of the Therapist of the Year 2009 presented by I-ACT

Amy Denman, Certified Traditional Naturopath, C.N.H.P., M.H., Colon Therapist, gladly serves as vice-president of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association, and is founder of A Wellness Path in the foothills of North Carolina. A Christ-Centered Wellness Retreat facility. Amy is a Certified Traditional Naturopath who has also achieved the highest level of certification as Instructor, with the International Association of Colon Therapy (I-ACT). She is also Nationally Board Certified in Colon Hydrotherapy. As a wellness advocate, and author of Secrets to Creating Wellness (a naturopaths approach), Amy is a sought after conference speaker.

In the early 1990's Amy spent over six years in the field of alternative healthcare, promoting the Cancer Prevention Coalition founded by Dr. Samuel Epstein and his endorsement of Non-Toxic personal care products. She is a practitioner member of the American Naturopathic Medical Association as well as a professional member of the American Association of Nutritional Consultants and the Coalition for Natural Health. In 1998, she became a Certified Natural Health Professional earning certification in Nutrition, Bodyworks, and ultimately achieving a Degree in Naturopathy and a Masters in Herbology. Amy is a NAET (Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique) practitioner as well as a Bio-Meridian Testing practitioner. As founder of A Wellness Path, Amy Denman enjoys helping clients overcome their health problems through the use of proper nutrition, proper digestive support, allergy eliminations and various health restoring detoxification therapies. All toll, Amy has dedicated more than twenty years to helping others achieve a healthier lifestyle through nutritional and detoxification support.

In addition to her many involvements on matters of health and wellness, she has also founded THE WHOLE-HEARTED WOMAN. A ministry devoted to the restoration and renewal of Spirit, Soul and Body. Her monthly retreats focus on healing the broken hearted and bringing wholeness to women of all ages. Her mission: "Heal the Spirit, Mend the Body." Of her many accomplishments, Amy Denman is personally most proud of her five adult children. She is the devoted wife of Dr. Derrick Denman, a Chiropractor and wellness advocate in his own right.

Denise Souza, Colon Therapist, Holistic Nutrition Lifestyle Consultant and Holistic Chef, serves as secretary of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association. Denise holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Elementary Education from Southeastern Massachusetts University. She also holds a Master of Science with high honors in Holistic Nutrition. Denise is certified at the Advanced Level through the International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy, (I-ACT). She is also certified with the National Board for Colon Hydrotherapy. Denise is sole proprietor of Body Symmetry, through which she educates clients about the impact food choices have on their emotional and physical health and educates through public and private cooking classes and lectures.

She also partners with Dr. John Schmitt of Triangle Wellness Center (Raleigh) and Sue Robinson, building a wellness community through their natural weight loss program (Go Lean) and a wellness program (Prescription for Wellness). As part of this outreach to the community, Denise sponsors a lecture series of varied natural health practitioners at Earth Fare in Raleigh.

Denise’s focus shifted to holistic nutrition and natural health therapies after being diagnosed with Gilbert Syndrome and her children began suffering from food sensitivities. Denise moved to North Carolina with her husband in 2007 and has enjoyed exploring their surroundings and building new friendships. She has three grown children and three grandchildren. Her passion is to empower her clients to transform their lives by achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Kim Dupre, Colon Therapist, LMBT, is the treasurer of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Association. Kim graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor's Degree in Science in 1987. Drawn to health and wellness, Kim attended and graduated from The Stillpoint Center for Therapeutic Massage in Northampton, Massachusetts in 1991. She is a nationally certified LMBT and holds state licenses in both Rhode Island and North Carolina. Kim received her foundational certification for Colon Therapy at the Christian Wellness Center in Tyler, Texas, in 2000 and has since completed her intermediate and advanced certifications through the International Association of Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT) of which she is a member. She is a nationally certified Colon Therapist and is the owner of Wellville Massage & Hydrotherapy, located in Durham, NC.

Richard H. Carlton, Attorney at Law, has practiced law in Raleigh, NC since 1979. He owes a private general business practice with emphasis on government relations and lobbying before the North Carolina General Assembly. Mr. Carlton is licensed to practice in the Federal and State Courts of North Carolina. He has had success in advocating for the passage of fair and responsible laws for numerous clients. Mr. Carlton was the former Assistant Attorney General for the State of North Carolina and Chief Deputy Secretary of State for the State of North Carolina. He received B.S.B.A. from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, M.B.A. from East Carolina University, and attended the J.D. Campbell University School of Law.

Director

Donna Randolph
Certified Colon Hydrotherapist

Margarett Szalata
Certified Colon Hydrotherapist

Research

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Links

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International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy
The International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT) heightens the awareness of the colon hydrotherapy profession, ensures continuing and progressive education in the field of colon hydrotherapy and implements professionalism beyond reproach.

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