Welcome to Snow Lotus Seminars
Providing pioneering continuing education for health professionals
NCCAOM PDA provider no. 214 — California Acupuncture Board CEU provider no. 142
Featuring Exclusive and Expertly Created Courses on
Chinese Medicine & Herbal and Essential Oil Medicine
With Peter Holmes, LAc, MH
Seminars and Trainings:
Using Chinese Herbs for Treating Modern Disorders
A live online seminar with extensive powerpoint presentation
with Peter Holmes LAc, MH
15 California CAB CEUs pending for category 1, CEP 142
Dates: July 27 & August 3 (two Saturdays), 9:00 am – 5:30 pm West Coast PST time both days, or 12:00 – 8:30 pm EST
Location: Your home office!
Tuition: Early-bird $350
• Late registration after July 19: $395
• Buddy rate special: Register for yourself and a friend, and receive a $325 rate each!
Note: To receive this discount at any time, one person must register for both participants and pay with one credit card. Registrations must be made by phone. Individual invoices can be issued, however.
• Please note: The tuition fee includes the course booklet, which will be mailed to you before the seminar. Be aware that if you register after July 19, you may not receive these in time for the first session, all depending on your location and postal service efficiency – register early!
To register: Register by credit card with the button above, or email us: [email protected], or call us on 707-546-3706 or 800-682-8827. Registration will close at 4 pm PST (West Coast time) on Friday, July 19.
Joining the seminar online with Zoom: The Join information on Zoom will be emailed to you by Friday, July 26. This email will contain the link to join the Seminar Meeting on Saturday and the intake form to receive ceus.
Seminar check-in will start on Saturday 27th at 8:30 am PST, i.e. 11:30 am EST. If necessary, change your Zoom ID to match your registration name. You may want to check in early in case of any unforseen technical difficulties. Please have your CA license number available for the morning rollcall.
Cancellation policy: Cancellations received up to July 19 receive a full refund less a $50 cancellation fee. No refunds can be given after July 19, 2024.
In this unique seminar we will explore:
• The enhanced pharmacological actions and Western indications of over 40 commonly used Chinese herbs
• Why including the pharmacological functions of Chinese herbs is crucial for our ability to treat modern chronic disorders successfully
• The top herbs for quenching inflammation and allergy, such as Bupleurum Chai hu, Scutellaria Huang qin and Ganoderma Ling zhi – and the phytochemistry explanation for their effectiveness
• Why using herbs that regulate and tonify nervous and endocrine functions is crucial for managing chronic disorders of most kinds, including Schisandra Wu wei zi, Ligustrum Nu zhen zi, Polygonum He shou wu and Eleuthero Ci wu jia
• Formula building using a traditional formula as a base, and how to modify it to include important pharmacological actions that treat the Western pathology
• Building a herb formula from scratch to address both the pattern presentation and the Western pathology
• The key differences between prescribing for acute versus for chronic conditions
• Important differences to consider among the use of herb granule, tincture and water extracts
What Past Students Have Said …
“This was a much needed class which taught the Western indications of TCM herbs. It’s time that everyone has all the functions of herbs and that TCM practitioners can explain to other clinicians the Western indication of the herbs, which will elevate the profession.” Anon
“I’m very impressed with Peter’s incredible knowledge, experience and depth of understanding – thank you for all the research and insights, and the easy-to-follow organization of the seminar notebook.”
– Amielle Moyer LAc
“Holmes has a high level of knowledge of the subject matter. I really like the way he explains herbal medicine in practical and relatable talking points! He is good about answering questions from students and accepting others’ ideas on the herbs.” Anon.
“Peter has incredible knowledge and wonder for herbs and essential oils – would like more on that for sure, and the interface between his Tense and Nervous System relationship to TCM. Very much appreciated.” Anon.
“Dr. Holmes offers a wealth of information and clinical expertise through an integrative blend of classical Chinese Medicine and functional medicine. We are lucky to have him raise the bar of our medicine, and our patients in turn are lucky to benefit.”
– Elizabeth Fine LAc
About the Instructor
Peter Holmes, LAc, MH, is a practitioner of Chinese medicine and medical herbalist. Peter brings to his courses and seminars over 30 years of study, clinical practice and teaching experience in the use of Western and Chinese herbs, and essential oils. Peter has focused on both the physiological and psychological aspects of using essential oils, and in particular has pioneered their use with acupuncture and bodywork. His original training included studies with medical herbalist and pharmacist Henri Verdier in Paris, France; medical herbalist Christopher Hedley in London, England; and Chinese medicine practitioners such as John and Angela Hicks, Ted Kaptchuk, Giovanni Maciocia, Elisabeth Rochat, and many others.
Peter is author of several acclaimed textbooks on herbal and essential oil medicine: Aromatica (2 vols.), Clinical Aromatherapy, The Energetics of Western Herbs (2 vols.), Jade Remedies (2 vols.), and The TCM Materia Medica Clinical Reference and Study Guide. He is a faculty member of several Chinese medicine colleges and instructor in DAOM programs. He lives near San Francisco and divides his time between writing, practicing, teaching, and field research.
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What Our Students Are Saying
This seminar is an amazing synthesis! The addition of Western and Chinese herbs for modulating hormones is invaluable. The copious written material is organized in such a way that it’s easy for me to quickly reference in my clinic. Thank you!
Receiving treatments during the breakout sessions alone was worth the price of admission. Peter is a wealth of applicable knowledge. Every seminar of his that I’ve attended has changed my practice and also given me practical tools for everyday life.