Spa News: Find Healing Through Intimacy

Continued from our Retreat & Renew Daily Tip.

You may be familiar with Miraval, the luxurious destination spa in Catalina, Arizona, for their healing programs and fine-tuned spa. But, the property is also one of the top mind-body centers in the world. Now, Drs. Lana Holstein and David Taylor, the husband and wife duo that direct the Sexuality and Vitality programs  at Miraval, will be boosting Miraval’s reputation and healing offerings even further with the launch of the Cancer, Sex, and Intimacy program this winter for couples who have dealt with cancer. Having dealt with cancer herself, Holstein noticed the lack of connection between sexuality and cancer. Says Dr. Holstein, “Our hope for the participants is to have them leave with enhanced tools for the connection between sexuality and their heart commitment, which many cancer patients and their partners feel is highlighted by the cancer experience. We want them to not only learn new techniques and the medical ramifications of meds and treatments, but also the seven dimensions of lovemaking as well as the process of moving from sexual negotiation to sexual gifting.”  This ground-breaking program will be offered for the first time December 3–7, 2006. Adds, Holstein, “Sex and intimacy are not only helpful for individuals who have had cancer, they are an incredible bridge to awakening to the preciousness of life and love.”  For more information call (800) 825-4000 or visit miravalresorts.com