RESTORE: JIN SHIN JYUTSU
Your body knows how
to heal itself.
Let's wake that up.
An ancient art — often called "acupuncture without needles" — that gently reactivates your body's own intelligence to release pain, calm the nervous system, and restore flow.
In-person · Morristown, NJ · Remote available
Most people arrive here because something isn't working anymore.
The fatigue that sleep doesn't fix. The pain that cycles back. The tension your body won't release. The sense that everything's fine on paper — but it doesn't feel fine. If any of this sounds familiar, you're not imagining it.
Chronic pain or stiffness that keeps coming back
Stress and anxiety that feel locked in your body
Sleep that doesn't restore you.
Fatigue no amount of rest seems to touch
Digestive discomfort or inflammation cycles
Emotional heaviness — grief, fear, worry
Recovery that's slower than it should be
A feeling of being stuck, out of rhythm, off
THE ANCIENT ART
What is Jin Shin Jyutsu®?
Often referred to as "acupuncture without the needles", Jin Shin Jyutsu® is an ancient Japanese practice that shares roots with Traditional Asian Medicine. It was (re)founded and developed in the early 1900s by Jiro Murai who dedicated his life to understanding the body’s natural ability to restore balance and brought to the West by Mary Burmeister in the 1950s. It is a refined energy art that uses light, intentional touch on specific points called Safety Energy Locks to clear blockages along your body's energetic pathways to support and stimulate the body's innate healing abilities.
Think of it as a conversation with your nervous system. When energy moves freely, the body returns to its natural state of balance. Pain eases. Tension releases. Sleep deepens. Emotional clarity returns.
Each session is built around a personalized assessment, listening to the energy pulses at your wrists, a diagnostic tradition thousands of years old and responding with sequences tailored to exactly what your body needs right now.
THE RESULT OF A SESSION
"Most clients notice a quality of stillness they haven't felt in a long time — a deep exhale that reaches into places rest alone can't touch."
— Michael Pankow, Certified Jin Shin Jyutsu® Practitioner
What Jin Shin Jyutsu® addresses
These are the patterns I work with most — often interconnected, always approached as a whole person.
Emotional & Mental
Stress and anxiety
Fear, grief, and sadness
Anger and frustration
Worry and overthinking
Emotional dysregulation
Sleep difficulties and fatigue
Pain & Mobility
Back pain and spinal tension
Joint stiffness and arthritis
Migraines and headaches
Muscle fatigue and inflammation
Asthma and shallow breathing
Dizziness and vertigo
Gut & Immune
Bloating and digestive discomfort
Colitis and IBS
Food sensitivities
Immune depletion and inflammation
Detoxification support
Chronic & Recovery
Long-haul and post-viral fatigue
Chemotherapy side-effect support
Autoimmune conditions
Hormonal imbalance
Adrenal burnout
Cardiovascular stress
What to Expect in a Session
Each session is tailored to you — no two are exactly alike.
During Your Session
You remain fully clothed and lie face-up on a cushioned table
I begin with a pulse assessment at your wrists
I apply gentle, intentional touch to Safety Energy Locks
Sequences are selected based on your unique pattern that day
Most clients reach a state of deep stillness within the first 15 minutes
After Your Session
You'll receive a personalized self-care flow to practice at home
These simple hand placements extend the benefit between sessions
Many clients notice improved sleep quality within the first 24–48 hours
Stress reactivity softens over the course of regular sessions
Pain patterns become less frequent and less intense
Energy steadies. Digestion settles. Mood levels out.
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
"Michael is Amazing"
Michael is an amazing Jin Shin Jyutsu Practitioner. I thoroughly enjoy and feel benefits from each session I receive from him. I highly recommend him all the time.
- Debbie Burnet
"I've experienced deep relaxation"
Michael is a great practitioner. I've experienced a deep relaxation and several other benefits to my health as aresult of the accupressure treatments. I try to have a session every 2-3 weeks.
- Sabine Schubert
"Highly recommend this"
Michael is very patient and compassionate. He has been very helpful addressing a long standing physical problem. The sessions are very relaxing and calming.
- Nancy Villere
Session Options & Pricing
Start with a single session, or commit to a series for compounding results. No contracts beyond your subscription.
NEW CLIENTS
NEW CLIENT SESSION
90 min. at the Center
$150
Includes:
In-depth intake and pulse assessment
Full personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Custom self-care flow to take home
NEW CLIENTS
NEW CLIENT SESSION
90 min. at Home
$150+ Travel Fee
Includes:
In-depth intake and pulse assessment
Full personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Custom self-care flow to take home
NEW CLIENTS
NEW CLIENT SESSION
60 min. Remote
$120
Includes:
Distance pulse reading and assessment
Full JSJ session via guided protocol
Neuromodulation therapy guidance
Breath awareness integration
Personalized self-care flow
RETURN CLIENTS
RETURN CLIENT SESSION
60 min. at the Center
$120
Includes:
Pulse assessment & pattern check-in
Full personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Updated self-care recommendations
RETURN CLIENTS
RETURN CLIENT SESSION
30 min. at the Center
$60
Includes:
Pulse assessment & pattern check-in
Full personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Updated self-care recommendations
RETURN CLIENTS
RETURN CLIENT SESSION
30 min. Remote
$60
Includes:
Pulse assessment & pattern check-in
Full personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Updated self-care recommendations
RETURN CLIENTS
RETURN CLIENT SESSION
60 min. at Home
$120 + Travel Fee
Includes:
Pulse assessment & pattern check-in
Full personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Updated self-care recommendations
BEST VALUE
5-PACK
5 60 min. Sessions at the Center (SAVE $72)
$528
Each Session Includes:
Personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Self-care flow updates
No contracts · cancel anytime
SUBSCRIPTION
5-PACK
5 30 min. at the Center OR Remote (Save $36)
$264
Each Session Includes:
Targeted JSJ sequences
Distance JSJ sessions (REMOTE)
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness
No contracts · cancel anytime
SUBSCRIPTION
5-Pack
5 60 min. at Home (SAVE $72)
$528 + Travel Fee
Each Session Includes:
Personalized JSJ session
Neuromodulation therapy
Breath awareness integration
Self-care flow updates
No contracts · cancel anytime
Why Work with Me?
I came to this work not from a textbook, but from a decade of my own healing — moving through illness, disconnection, and the slow realization that the body always knows more than we give it credit for.
My training in Jin Shin Jyutsu® spans nearly a decade, from foundational study at the Mary Burmeister Institute through advanced clinical application. I've since integrated bioenergetic scanning, neuromodulation, and breathwork into a unified approach that treats you as a whole system — not a list of symptoms.
Every session I offer is grounded in this: your body's intelligence is not broken. It just needs the right conditions to do what it's already designed to do.
Michael Pankow
Deep Training & Expertise
Certified Energy4Life® Bioenergetic Practitioner (2024)
Certified Energy4Life® Health Coach (2023)
Certified Jin Shin Jyutsu® Self-Care Instructor (2022)
Certified Jin Shin Jyutsu® Practitioner, trained by the Mary Burmeister Jin Shin Jyutsu Institute (2015-2019)
Graduate of the Jin Shin Jyutsu® Professional Practitioner Certification Course in collaboration with the Atlantic Health System (2020)Graduate of the Mary Burmeister Jin Shin Jyutsu Institute (2015–2019)
Graduate of the Jin Shin Jyutsu Professional Practitioner Certification Course (2020)
Certified in Integrative Thanatology, Art of Dying Institute, New York Open Center (2016)
Advanced training in integrative healing modalities
Integrated Approach
I blend ancient healing wisdom with modern bioenergetic technology, integrating Jin Shin Jyutsu® with breathwork, meditation, and Energy4Life bioenergetic scanning to support your body's innate intelligence.
Personalized Care
Every session is tailored to your unique needs, addressing both immediate concerns and supporting long-term wellness and resilience.
Ready to Feel Different
in Your Body?
Start with a free 20-minute consultation. We'll talk about what you're experiencing, what you've tried, and whether Jin Shin Jyutsu® is the right fit for where you are right now.
No Obligation
In Person or Remote
Morristown, NJ/Global
Available within a Week
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this like acupuncture? Do you use needles?
No needles — ever. Jin Shin Jyutsu® uses only light, gentle touch on specific points of the body. It shares conceptual roots with acupuncture in working with energetic pathways, but the application is entirely hands-on and non-invasive. Most clients find it deeply relaxing from the first session.
How quickly will I notice a difference?
Many clients notice changes within the first session, particularly a sense of deep calm and release. Sleep often improves in the first few days. For longer-standing patterns like chronic pain or immune issues, meaningful shifts typically emerge over 3–6 sessions as the body learns to hold its new state between appointments.
Can I do sessions remotely?
Yes. Remote sessions are available and effective. Energy work isn't limited by physical proximity — many clients who can't get to Morristown receive sessions fully online, with the same personalized approach and self-care guidance afterward.
How Often Should I Come?
For active issues, weekly sessions create the fastest momentum. For maintenance and ongoing support, bi-weekly or monthly works well. I'll give you a clear recommendation after our first session based on what I observe and your goals.
Is this a substitute for medical care?
No. Jin Shin Jyutsu® is restorative and educational support — it is not medical diagnosis or treatment. I work alongside, not instead of, your medical team. Many clients find it an effective complement to conventional care, particularly for managing stress, recovery, and quality of life.
What should I wear?
Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. You remain fully clothed throughout the session and will be lying on a cushioned table. There's nothing to remove and no preparation required.
FOLLOW US
ADDRESS
Balance. Harmony. Flow. LLC
22-24 Elm Street, #4
Morristown, NJ 07960
CONTACT
(862) 242-8379
Michael is not a licensed allopathic doctor and does not diagnose, treat, or otherwise prescribe for any specific disease, condition, or illness. Michael performs his services within the parameters of natural health care and wellness using Jin Shin Jyutsu® - 'Acupuncture without the Needles', Neuromodulation Therapy (TENS, SCENAR, PEMF, & Biofeedback technology) the reGEN286® BioEnergetic Wellness System, Jin Shin Jyutsu® Self-Care instruction, and education on various stress reduction and wellness techniques, such as conscious breath practices and meditation. These services are not a substitute for a medical examination, nor do they interfere with the treatment of an allopathic doctor or other licensed healthcare professional.
In the case of an emergency, please call 911.
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