Essential Oil and Aromatherapy
Resources, References and
Reading Recommendations

Aromatherapy resources for further self-help and education:

Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA)
www.alliance-aromatherapists.org (303) 531-6377
This is an independent, international member-based organization that focuses on clinical education, research and certification and hosts an annual national conference.

AnaRose Botanicals
www.anarosebotanicals.com
AnaRose Botanicals uses the highest quality therapeutic grade essential oils in producing custom blends to address your individual needs and for wellness support.

The AromaConnection Blog
www.aromaconnection.org
This blog community is comprised primarily of natural aromatics materials producers and distributors, researchers and educators and indigenous populations whose livelihood and culture is tied to the natural aromatic production in their region, as well as aromatherapy practitioners, alternative healthcare providers and others. Its purpose is to create an international dialog on all topics relating to the aromatics industry. The list of bloggers on this site includes Tony Burfield, who created and maintains Cropwatch.

Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education (C.A.R.E.) www.raindroptraining.com Office: (572)238-4273.
Classes are held throughout the United States and internationally. Programs concentrate on anointing with essential oils for healing, Raindrop and Vita Flex techniques and can lead to certification as a Certified Care Instructor.

Cropwatch
www.cropwatch.org
This is an independent watchdog for endangered and vulnerable natural aromatic plants. Information is forwarded to cropwatch by various academics, researchers, industry professionals, trade and ethnic peoples with environmental concerns. It offers a newsletter, articles and a database of in-depth analysis and data on specific endangered plant species.

Institute of Spiritual Healing & Aromatherapy
www.ISHAhealing.com Office: (303) 467-7829
Founded by Linda L. Smith, author of Healing Oils, Healing Hands, Discovering the Power of Prayer, Hands on Healing and Anointing, ISHA offers educational programs in spiritual healing and aromatherapy. Its Aromatherapy Certification Program is exceptional in that it teaches both the art and Judeo-Christian philosophy of hands-on-healing and anointing with essential oils in addition to the usual aroma-therapeutic knowledge base. Classes are held throughout the United States and Canada.

International Journal of Clinical Aromatherapy (Magazine) www.ijca.net
Based in Provence, France, Essential Oil Resource Consultants publishes this journal semi-annually. It’s written for practitioners working with essential oils in healthcare and related professions. Articles offer evidence based information, are peer-reviewed and source referenced.

Mountain Rose Herbs
www.mountainroseherbs.com
Bulk organic herbs, teas and bulk ingredients. I recommend their extensive line of therapeutic grade essential oils for your single oil choices. This is also the source for all of my bulk herbs, herb seeds, tinctures if I can't make them myself and the natural ingredients to prepare my own personal care products. I love this company! Everything about them - from their company vision, top-quality product line at very reasonable prices, to their customer service and community service - all radiate integrity.They donate generously to their chosen causes which is a key point for me personally.

National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (N.A.H.A.) www.NAHA.org (888) 275-6242
A US educational, nonprofit organization dedicated to the benefits of aromatherapy. NAHA is actively involved with promoting and elevating academic standards in aromatherapy and its safe and effective application in everyday life. NAHA publishes the NAHA Aromatherapy Journal quarterly and sponsors international conferences and tradeshows.


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In addition to this partial list of aromatherapy resources, I've included reference sources and some recommended reading for further self-help and education:


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