Shirley O’Donoghue has been teaching crystal healing for more than 30 years. The principal of Lucis College, she is an experienced lecturer and teacher in a wide range of holistic therapies including Reiki, color therapy, and flower and gem essence therapy. She is the host of a podcast, Consciousness Unveiled, Alchemy Unveiled, as well as a director of Holistic Harmony, a nonprofit that provides access to complementary therapies and energy healing for disadvantaged groups and individuals. Born in London, she now lives in Dorking, Surrey, England.
“Through clear and concise guidance, Shirley explains various techniques from cleansing and charging crystals to crafting gem essences and working with crystal grids. Her expertise shines in this book as she demonstrates how to seamlessly integrate crystal therapy with other therapeutic modalities, enhancing the overall efficacy of holistic treatments. A fascinating read.” * Oliver Chaplin, the Federation of Holistic Therapists * “This book is ideal for both beginners and those more experienced. It is a useful survey of the wide range of practical techniques within crystal healing and also explores the ideas they are based on.” * Simon and Sue Lilly, authors of The Essential Crystal Handbook * “A complete and detailed course of instruction in the use of crystals for healing and health, The Beginner's Guide to Crystal Healing is the ideal and thoroughly 'user friendly' introduction to the subject and a welcome, unreservedly recommended addition to personal, professional, community, and college/university library metaphysical studies and alternative health/medicine collections.” * Midwest Book Review *