The idea of putting together an international resource for valid  information on alternative medicine started in 2009 after some friends experienced a desperate search for reliable alternative health information for cancer. One problem was that the South Texas and Northern Mexico Alternative Healer community was not connected through a centralized Internet or print directory. We heard of alternative healing clinics in South Texas and Northern Mexico but could not find any information on them.  Many Healers had gone out of business due to the high operating expenses and their inability to market and advertise their services effectively.

After having to rely on friends and relatives with no medical backgrounds, sales people at the health food stores and local healers which presented conflicting reports in many areas, the need for objective quality alternative health  information was established. The Texas-Mexico Holistic Health Network went online in 2010. One year later, we developed the "TexasHealers.com " to expend holistic healing services and increase public awareness and understanding about alternative health care practices .

Do Alternative Healing Methods work? This is the question I have carefully examined over the last 29 years. My own beliefs have shifted since I began my research. I set out to clarify whether alternative healing might be effective.  I read studies in parapsychology, placebo effects, affirmations, hypnosis, biofeedback and other methods by which people cured themselves. After reviewing numerous research studies and having my own  personal  healing  experiences, I am convinced that this type of healing is effective and is a potent therapy.

As a social scientist I have braved my colleague's skepticism, disapproval and sanctions against alternative  and spiritual healing. I have the absolute respect for my fellow scientists who have chosen to explore and validate the subject. Those of us who have chosen to accept alternative healing as a valid healing path are merely tolerated by much of the medical establishment and frequently rejected out of hand.

All scientists risk their professional standing in research methods by exploring this new frontier to help deal with physical, emotional,  and mental illness. We are modern day "Galileo's" . We dare to question the assumptions that have encased the Newtonian scientific community over the past decade.  We dare to suggest that the mind and spirit are an integrated part of the body and have a large effect on the body's ability to heal.

Although not threatened with burning at the stake, my path has lead to inquisition and ostracism by my peers in the research community, curtailment of research funds and termination of employment.  I have come to trust my inner guidance and I hope this website may serve to open eyes and ears and the hearts to the many paths that lead to the healing of the body, mind and spirit.
Namaste"  (The Christ  within me... Salutes  the Christ with you)

Dr. Robyn Dahl , Executive Director
Texas-Mexico Holistic Health Network