"Won't You Come Into The Garden?
I Would Like My Roses To See You."
- Richard Brinsley Sheridan
Toni E. Kurasch, Registered Nurse / Holistic Health Counselor
I am a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition which is affiliated
with Columbia University.
* Weight Loss Coach
* Certification : Medical-Surgical Nursing, ANCC
* Workshop Facilitator: Integrative Fusion of Health Modalities
* Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, AADP
* Private Counseling Practice
* Healing Touch Practitioner
TONI'S TALE
I Love NY!
I am a woman who loves the place she lives. I am a real New Yorker who
takes advantage of all the wonderful things my city offers culturally and
energetically.
I celebrate the diversity in my city. There are so many different kinds of
people and so many different environments co-existing side by side.
People do not ordinarily think of Manhattan as a nature retreat, but there
are large tracts of wilderness in the parks jutting up against buildings of
concrete. There are rivers that flow through the city just like the broad
avenues that flow the traffic. I love to explore it all.
This does not require vast amounts of money. You can do this too. There
is theater and music in the parks [and parking lots!] art exhibits all over
town and samplings of ethnic foods at almost every corner.
TRUSTING THE NEW
Discoveries are there to be made. Every turn, even supposedly
"wrong turns", opens up the door to new experiences. Many times when
I thought I had lost my way or detoured from my path, there was
something new and wonderful waiting for me to encounter. Now I have
come to trust and count on those "wrong" turns to lead me to things I
would never found by staying with the known.
One of the gifts of eating healthfully and finding the right nutrition for
you is the energy, emotional buoyancy and sense of adventure which
rises to the surface. I'd say it was a new lease on life, but it is actually
your own inner nature exhibiting itself. Good health allows you to be
who you really are.
MY EXPERIENCE
I am passionate about the possibility of transformation. I believe in
YOUR transformation because I have experienced my own. Even a rocky
start is a good start. I began my journey towards health, energy and
vibrancy about eight years ago, motivated by an up-coming college
reunion. Not that I consider pride and vanity the finest of reasons to
move towards increased well-being, but I'll take what I can get. I started
out completely on my own. Even though I had over 40 years in the
health care profession, I acted like a rank beginner when it came to my
own well-being.
I soon discovered that I needed a support system and some nutritional
re-education. I did two significant things ; firstly I hired a trainer to
help me move in a safe and specifically designed program just for
my body. Secondly, and this really changed me forever, I enrolled in
the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. I allowed myself to stay wide open
and incorporate all the counseling and new knowledge I was receiving.
The work was through and designed specifically for my needs. I now
counsel in the same caring and individualized way that I was counseled.
It is my happiness and my passion to support growth and healthful
changes in the lives of my clients.
I DID IT!
Over the course of a year and a half I lost 85 pounds and gained vibrant
energy. You can too. I did this as a woman "of a certain age". Whether
you are young, old or in-between, there is increased health,
attractiveness and feelings of well-being waiting for you. It would be my
pleasure to support you in your journey towards feeling great and getting
more out of life.
"IF YOU HAVE PATIENCE,
YOU WILL HAVE SUCCESS"
TESTIMONIALS
"Toni has guided me in making better food choices.
"I have broadened my tastes and palate. I know there is always more, so I don't have to stuff my face. I am able to maintain my weight loss easily, joyfully, and without deprivation.
"Other things in my life are falling into place."
Sandy N, NYC
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"Overall, in working with Toni, I have experienced many positive changes
in my health and sense of well being during these past six months. I now
have stronger convictions that I am going to be able to remedy my weight
problem.
"First and foremost, I am in control of my energy levels because I have
discovered the little changes that prevent my periodic episodes of low
blood sugar. The results of these changes have been to facilitate my
recognition of physical hunger and satiation signals.
"My overall eating patterns appear to consistently lead me to both weight
stability [with less effort] and gradual weight loss.
I would describe Toni as an excellent and caring Health Counselor."
Marie H, NYC
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"I delight in the fact that Toni sent a Professional Chef to my home
for a private cooking lesson. Not only did I learn some basic cooking skills, but my
ten year old daughter was included in this invaluable, bonding and fun experience.
"I've stopped nagging my family about their food choices. I lead by example, and my
daughter now loves to assist in meal preparation.
"This six month journey has set me up for a lifetime of possibilities."
Kay O, NYC
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"I welcome Toni's mindful and supportive approach in forwarding my focus on good
health and quality longevity. As my load becomes lighter, my friends tell me I appear
in my upper 40's instead of 63!
"Life is good."
Michael C., Knoxville, TN
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"Dear Toni,
"There's a beautiful nurse
Of me she took care
Of her numerous virtues
I am aware
"When I was in a coma
My need for her was great
Toni took care of all of them
And I am happy to state
"From the coma I pulled out
And Toni's praises
I can shout
"If I live to be one hundred
I will always remember
The one who gave me loving care
From January to December."
Roslyn W, Brooklyn, NY
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"Dear Toni,
"I wanted to take a moment to let you know how I am doing after my surgery.
I am doing GREAT!! - and have unending thanks to you and your meticulous
post-op care.
"I really want to say to you is Thank You. Your care was absolutely life saving and I
attribute my continued success to your specific care. You are so experienced and
know so much about what a patient needs after surgery that it seemed I never had
to ask you - you anticipated my every move.
"I truly appreciated your protection and ability to take charge and take over on my
behalf. I felt totally comfortable and trusting in your care.
"Thank you again and again for making my life easier. You are truly an angel.
Everyone you work with is touched by your healing."
Nora S, Great Neck, NY
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"Dear Toni,
"Writing to thank you for your most excellent nursing care ... truly
perfectionistic! I am so grateful for having such a super day nurse.
"Thanks for your special discharge concerns. You truly made my post-op recovery a
success."
Belia H, NY
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"Dear Toni,
"I thank you dear Toni, from the bottom of my heart, for the wonderful care you gave
to my husband. Nobody could have accomplished what you did for him in so short a
time, and my heart is filled with happiness and joy when I look at him and see how
well he is progressing.
"Mere words can never say how much we all thank you. But I want you to know that
Jack [ because he told me ] and I will always cherish and love you for this."
Jean K, NY
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"Dear Toni,
"I cannot adequately express my appreciation for the extraordinary devotion you
demonstrated during those maddening 21 days of confinement. If it weren't for your
your compassion and patience, I don't know how I would have survived.
"I trust all is well with you and sincerely hope you will continue your work so other
hapless souls may enjoy the wonderful rewards of your assistance."
Hal H, New Jersey
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"Dear Ms Kurasch,
"Please accept my personal thanks and appreciation and that of the Nursing
Administration Group, for the outstanding contribution you made to the comfort,
support and administration of dedicated nursing care to Mrs. R.B. during the many
hours of need she experienced in her battle for life against cancer.
"During the early days when it seemed she, and you and the medical profession
would win, your presence supported and sustained her. During the later weeks when
the disease process became overwhelming, your skill, your sensitivity and your caring
eased the hours of pain and doubt.
"In the course of a professional career, one finds oneself sometimes on the winning
team when recovery is ordained and sometimes on the losing team when recovery
eluded us.
"You have demonstrated the ability to be on the team which brings healing, health,
or release. For this I thank you."
Sincerely,
Gail Kuhn Weissman
Director of Nursing
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"Toni,
"I just read your letter, it was very, I don't know, I'm at a loss for words, but
it completely touched every feeling I had. I want to say "thank you" to you bit I feel
those words mean nothing for the past three years you gave my mother, love,
comfort, confidence, friendship, and everything.
"The only time I felt completely safe was when you were with her and I know she felt
the same way. You touched the both of us in a way I will never forget, I know she will not forget either.
"I love you very much."
Stacie H, NY
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"Dear Toni,
"Thank you so very much for your generous contribution. 'Lighten Your Load'
attracted a number of bids during out silent auction. The proceeds from your
wonderful donation are already at work supporting the research that is critical to
finding the cure for multiple myeloma.
"On behalf of my sister, Roseanna, and others like her who suffer from this
devastating disease, please know that you have made a significant
difference and that everyone is most grateful."
Carol Kay, NY
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"Dear Toni,
"Final preparations are underway here. A 5 a.m. pickup is scheduled for tomorrow.
Your timing is perfect! I measured out my oatmeal, flaxseed, dried blueberries and
supplements this morning. I purchased healthy airline food last night. Basic pieces of
my "survival kit" are in order.
"You've helped me review my intentions. Thank YOU!"
Bethene LM, NY
LIFE IS NOT A DRESS REHEARSAL...