Reflexology areas on the foot correspond to areas of the body, and that by manipulating these one can improve health through one's qi. Reflexologists divide the body into ten equal vertical zones, five on the right and five on the left. Concerns have been raised by medical professionals that treating potentially serious illnesses with reflexology, which has no proven efficacy, could delay the seeking of appropriate medical treatment. Reflexologists posit that the blockage of an energy field, invisible life force, or Qi, can prevent healing. Another tenet of reflexology is the belief that practitioners can relieve stress and pain in other
Interpersonal reconstructive therapy according to Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB), a technique developed by Dr. Benjamin. In SASB, behavior is described according to focus (focus on other, focus on self, or focus on self as if by other), affiliation (the hate-love axis), and interdependence (the emancipate-control axis). Once the case formulation has been made, therapy can proceed. The first step in therapy is the formation of the therapy alliance. The relationship between therapist and patient optimally will guide the patient toward forming healthier patterns of attachment. The therapist strives to collaborate with the part of the patient open to new patterns and