Curriculum Vitae
Maria Furlano, DMQ (China), MTOM, L.Ac.
Maria Furlano, DMQ (China), MTOM, L.Ac.
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EDUCATION
Doctorate of Medical Qigong (China) | Western District Medical Qigong Science and Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute Beijing, China, and the International College of Medical Qigong under Bernard Shannon, D.T.C.M. (China), D.M.Q. (China). 2012.
Doctorate of Traditional Chinese Medicine (China) | Western District Medical Qigong Science and Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute Beijing, China, and the International College of Medical Qigong under Bernard Shannon, D.T.C.M. (China), D.M.Q. (China). 2012.
Masters Degree of Traditional Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture | Magna Cum Laude (USA). Emperor’s College, Los Angeles, CA. 2005.
Myofascial Therapies (Eastern & Western Techniques) – 2000 hours training |First certified in 1996
The Touch Therapy Institute, Encino, CA.
Yo San University, Santa Monica, CA.
Emperor’s College, Santa Monica, CA.
The Body Mind College, San Diego, CA.
The Boston Conservatory of Music – BFA Musical Theatre Program | Boston, MA. 1991- 1994 Conservatory Diploma Voice, Dance, Theatre 1994.
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LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
Licensed Acupuncturist, California Acupuncture Board | October 4, 2005. Clean Needle Technique, Certificate of Completion | Council of Colleges Los Angeles, CA March 27, 2004.
Bureau for Private, Postsecondary & Vocational Education | CEU Instructor in CA 2000 to 2008.
Medical Qigong The International Institute of Medical Qigong (1000 hrs) Masters level certification September 2010.
Medical Qigong The International Institute of Medical Qigong (500 hrs) Therapists level certification September 2009.
Medical Qigong The International Institute of Medical Qigong (200 hrs) Practitioner level certification September 2008.
Qigong Instructor Level 1 Cert. | Master Wan Sujian | Beijing Red Cross Medical Exchange Center. Beijing, China 2002.
Black Belt, Second Degree | Certified under World Grandmaster David Chaanine | Formal training began age 12 1982-1992 | 1st Degree (1985) | 2nd Degree (1987) | The International Taekwon-Do Center, Chula Vista, CA.
CPR – Red Cross Community | American Red Cross, Santa Monica, CA.
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PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
The Art Of Tuning In, LLC | Owner | www.theartoftuningin.com | Ojai, CA Present
Maria Furlano Studio of Well-Being | Owner | www.mariafurlano.com | Coronado, CA
Sacred Space Acupuncture Center | Owner | 11712 Moorpark St. Ste. 110A Studio City, CA 91604. 7/2006 – 12/2011
Integrative Bodywork | Owner | 15720 Ventura Blvd. Suite 101B Encino, CA 91436. 2000 – 2005
Cri Help, North Hollywood, CA | 13-Week Externship. Emperor’s College, under Shelly Bobbins, RN, L.Ac., QME. 2005
Acupuncturist Alcohol & Drug Detoxification Center. NADA Protocol.
UCLA Ashe Center Los Angeles, CA | Acupuncturist 13 wk Externship | University California Los Angeles Emperor’s College. 2005
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TEACHING
Accessing Your Center Core of Light™ 5 month immersion program | Maria Furlano | 2024
Holding Space™ online weekly live guided meditation series | Maria Furlano | 2023 - present
THE STUDIO online membership for The Art Of Tuning In | Practices that balance and elevate female health, and expand intuitive gifts. | Maria Furlano | 2022 - Present
Introduction to Qigong master class | Austyn Wells membership | 2023
Instructor/ co-facilitator (Susan Crimmins, Ph.D.) “Spiritual Intuition Workshop” | 2 day workshop Encinitas CA 2018 | 2018
Instructor | International Institute of Medical Qigong 2011. Reference: Executive Director Bernard Shannon, DMQ (China), DTCM (China). 800-848-0649.
32-Hour Seminars. Practitioner level – “Introduction to Medical Qigong Therapy.” Reference: Executive Director Bernard Shannon, DMQ (China), DTCM (China). 800-848-0649.
32-Hour Seminars. Practitioner level – “Introduction to Medical Qigong Diagnosis and Treatments.” Reference: Executive Director Bernard Shannon, DMQ (China), DTCM (China). 800-848-0649.
Assistant Instructor | International College of Medical Qigong – Master levels 2013
Abbot Bernard Shannon, DTCM (China), DMQ (China). The Temple of Peace and Virtue Palm Desert, CA.
Assistant Instructor | International College of Medical Qigong – Therapist level 2012
Abbot Bernard Shannon, DTCM (China), DMQ (China). The Temple of Peace and Virtue Palm Desert, CA.
Assistant Instructor | International Institute of Medical Qigong – Practitioner level 2011
Executive Director Bernard Shannon, DMQ (China), DTCM (China). Palm Desert, CA Instructor | Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) | 44-Hour CEU Seminars 2006 – 2011
Injury theory and PNF treatment techniques. National Holistic Institute Regional Director: Joe Bob Smith Owner
Instructor | Fibromyalgia Syndrome | 12-Hour CEU Seminars 2006 – 2011
Syndrome theory & treatment techniques. National Holistic Institute. Regional Director Joe Bob Smith
Instructor | Medical Qigong Exercises | 16-Hour CEU Seminars. 2006 – 2011
Theory & Qigong exercises. National Holistic Institute. Regional Director Joe Bob Smith
Instructor | Medical Qigong Exercises | The Lionheart Institute of Transpersonal Energy Healing 2005 – 2011 Director: Laura Fine, E.H.P., M.F.T. (Degree) Office: 858-722-5472
Instructor | Basic Systemic Anatomy and Diaphragm Breathing Techniques. 2005 – 2011
The Lionheart Institute of Transpersonal Energy Healing. Dirr: Laura Fine, E.H.P., M.F.T. (Degree) Office: 858-722-5472
Instructor | Professional Practice Development | The Lionheart Institute of Transpersonal Energy Healing 2010
Owner/Director: Laura Fine, E.H.P., M.F.T. (Degree). Office: 858-722-5472
Instructor | Eastern Bodywork & Theory | 720-Hour Training Program Massage Therapy and Health Education 5/2007- 10/2000 National Holistic Institute, Encino, CA Managing Director Joe Bob Smith.
Instructor | Fibromyalgia Syndrome Syndrome theory & treatment techniques | 12-Hour CEU Seminars 2000 – 2006
The Touch Therapy Institute® Encino, CA Owner/Founder Maria Grove (Passed away Oct. 2012)
Instructor | Muscular Anatomy, Kinesiology, and Basic Systemic Anatomy. 2000 – 2006
200-Hour Massage Technician Program. The Touch Therapy Institute® Encino, CA. Owner/Founder Maria Grove (Passed away Oct. 2012). Owner: Joe Bob Smith
Instructor | Body Mechanics for Injury Prevention and Gait Analysis. 2000 – 2006 Lead Body Mechanic Instructor for morning & evening programs. 200-Hour Massage.
Technician Program. The Touch Therapy Institute® Encino, CA Owner/Founder Maria Grove (Passed away 2012). Owner: Joe Bob Smith
Instructor | Business Basics for the Massage Therapist. 2000 – 2000
200-Hour Massage Technician Program. The Touch Therapy Institute® Encino, CA. Owner/ Founder Maria Grove (Passed away Oct. 2012). Owner: Joe Bob Smith
Instructor | Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) | 44-Hour CEU Seminars. 2000 – 2005
Injury theory and PNF treatment techniques.The Touch Therapy Institute®, Encino, CA. Owner/Founder Maria Grove (Passed away Oct. 2012)
Instructor | Medical Qigong Exercises | 16-Hour CEU Seminars. 2000 – 2005
Theory & Qigong exercises. The Touch Therapy Institute® Encino, CA. Owner/Founder Maria Grove (Passed away Oct. 2012).
Instructor | Director for “On Stage” Musical Theatre Program Summer 1998
Summer youth programs ages 7 to 12 yrs old. University California Los Angeles. Manager: Greg A. Pilan
Assistant Instructor Shakespeare Language, Scene Study (Grade levels 4 & 5). Fall 1998 Assistant Instructor Brentwood Science Magnet School. The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum Los Angeles, CA.
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SOCIETIES AND MEMBERSHIPS
American Association Of Oriental Medicine (AAOM) The American Acupuncture Council.
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POST GRADUATE STUDIES
The UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy | currently in progress.
American Association Of Oriental Medicine (AAOM) The American Acupuncture Council
Doctor of Medical Qigong (China), & Doctor of TCM (China) 2012
DMQ 1: “Introduction to Oncology with Chinese Medical Qigong.”
DMQ 2: “Clinical Protocols for Brain Cancer, and Esophageal Cancer – Chinese Medical Qigong Therapy.”
DMQ 3: “Clinical Protocols for Breast Cancer and Lung Cancer – Chinese Medical Qigong Therapy.”
DMQ 4: “Clinical Protocols for Stomach, Pancreatic, and Liver Cancer – Chinese Medical Qigong Therapy.”                                                “Clinical Protocols for Radiation and Chemotherapy – Chinese Medical Qigong Therapy.” “Treatment for Phantom Pains – Chinese Medical Qigong Therapy.”
DMQ 5: “Clinical Protocols for Ovarian, Uterine, Cervical, Prostate & Colon-Rectal Cancers – Chinese MQ Therapy.
DMQ 6: “Clinical Protocols: Bone, Multiple Myeloma, Leukemia, Lymphoma & Skin Cancers – Chinese Therapy. Doctoral Dissertation: Reduction of Asthma rescue inhalers using Medical Qigong prescription exercises.
Master of Medical Qigong – 2010
M9: “Introduction to Chinese Energetic Alchemy.”
M10: “Energetic Anatomy & Physiology.”
M11: “Treatment of Cancer with Medical Qigong Therapy.”
M12: “Medical Qigong Treatments for Spiritual Disorders.”
Exam M: Examination: Clinical, Oral & Written.
Medical Qigong Therapist – 2009
T5: “Sensory, Intuitive & Perceptual Diagnosis.”
T6: “Medical Qigong Dao Yin Therapy & Rectifying Qi Deviations.”
T7: “Medical Qigong Therapy for Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Gynecology, Neurology, & Psychology.”
T8: “Introduction to Medical Qigong Therapy for Oncology.”
Exam T: Examination: Clinical, Oral & Written.
Medical Qigong Practitioner – 2008
P1: “Introduction to Medical Qigong Therapy.”
P2: “Introduction to Medical Qigong Diagnosis & Treatments.”
P3: “Clinical Foundations of Medical Qigong Therapy.”
P4: “Medical Qigong Treatment of Internal Organ Diseases & Prescription Exercises.”
Exam P: Examination: Clinical, Oral & Written. International Institute Medical Qigong changed to International College of Medical Qigong in 2013: Bernard Shannon, DMQ (China), DTCM (China). Temple of Peace and Virtue, Palm Desert, CA. Overseas college for Western District Medical Qigong Science and Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute Beijing, China.
Daoist Studies: Abbot Bernard Shannon, Temple of Peace and Virtue, 21st Gen. Dragon Gate Sect, Qing Cheng Shan. “Daoist philosophies, meditation and Qigong cultivation.”
April 2015. “Daoist meditation and talismans.”
November 2014. “Daoist meditation, Qigong cultivation, talismans and philosophies in Taoism.”
May 2012. “Philosophies of Daoism.”
June 2011. “Philosophies of Daoism.”
Herbal First Aid & Kitchen Medicines Instructor Cathy McNease, Herbalist (Dipl.C.H.) Emperor’s College – Traditional Chinese Medicine, Los Angeles, CA.
Internal Medicine Program for Acupuncturists Bruce H. Robinson, M.D. “Integrative Medical Solutions.” Location: Yo San University, Los Angeles, CA. 10-month seminar program. 2006.
Positional Release Techniques, Lecture and Tactile Course | Leon Chaitow, N.D., D.O. The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles, CA. September 2005.
Lymphatics for Immune Response Levels 1 & 2 | ulie Beck, CCN, CSCS, D.C. The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles, CA. June 2004 & August 2004.
CranioSacral Therapy Level 1 & 2 | The Upledger Institute, Inc.® San Diego, CA. July 2003 & July 2004.
Fibromyalgia Syndrome Theory & Treatment Instructor, David W. Bond, QME, A.A.P.M., D.C. | The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles,
CA. 2002.
Whiplash Injuries | David W. Bond, QME, A.A.P.M., D.C. The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles, CA Dec. 2002
Qigong, Tai Chi, Dao Yin. Yo San University Los Angeles, CA: Master’s program Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Jan. 2000 – 2001 Emperor’s College Los Angeles, CA: Master’s program Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Jan. 2002 – 2005
Tui-Na | Jevons Lee, O.M.D. Yo San University Los Angeles, CA. Sept. 2001
Myofascial Trigger Points | Anders Jelveus, MTOM, L.Ac, D.N. The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles, CA Feb. 1999
Rotator Cuff Solutions – Anders Jelveus, MTOM, L.Ac, D.N. The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles, CA Nov. 1999
Therapeutic Stretching Levels 1 & 2 | Anders Jelveus, MTOM, L.Ac, D.N. T May | Nov 1999 The Touch Therapy Institute® Los Angeles, CA
Abroad Medical Qigong Training/Experiences
Medical Qi Gong – Beijing, China. | Master Wan Sujian – Beijing Red Cross Medical Exchange Center and the National Qi Gong Association. Two-Week Intensive Program Beijing, China. September 2002.
Medical Qi Gong – Beijing, China. | Master Wan Sujian – Beijing Red Cross Medial Exchange Center and the National Qi Gong Association. Two-Week Intensive Program Beijing, China. September 2001.
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INTERVIEWS & PUBLICATIONS
The Shift Network | "Accessing Your Center Core of Light" interview with Sharon Smith | Qigong Global Summit 2023 Online Series.
The Art Of Tuning In Podcast with Maria Furlano | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Podcast Addict | Deezer | Tune In | vurble | Player FM | April 2019 – Present.
Jing Herbs Podcast | #35 “The Healing Power of Qigong” guest Mind/Body expert in Medical Qigong March 21, 2015.
Spa Magazine March 2010 Issue. “How To Balance Your Body’s Nervous System” author Taylor Morgan. | Interviewed as expert for stress reduction and wellness, Medical Qigong & Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques.
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