Psychosensory therapy and texture. Touch is a form of nonverbal communication that can have an extrasensory effect. The use of touch has been long associated with healing. For instance, acupuncture needling, an ancient practice in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and a touch therapeutic technique, deals with the insertion of needles into the skin in order to affect one’s mood and perception of pain. Reiki, a Japanese touch technique, deals with movement of hands on the body and is often used for stress reduction. Massage therapy involves kneading different parts of the body with some pressure. This form of touch therapy breaks down
Psychosensory therapy system. These techniques are derived from non-Western systems for spiritual development and healing. Energy psychology is also thought of as "acupuncture without needles" for treating psychological disorders. Energy psychology has roots in applied kinesiology, traditional Chinese medicine, and clinical psychology. For example, TFT involves utilizing imagery and/or thoughts, feelings, and acupuncture as a way of improving symptoms. TFT involves techniques performed while the individual is thinking about his/her problem. These techniques involve activating specific acupuncture points, which then alleviate negative emotions that are associated with the psychological problems. Psychosensory therapy can be defined as a form of therapeutic treatment that