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Dr. Mark Armstrong, N.D.
Since 1984, Dr. Mark Armstrong, N.D. has specialized in various types of healing modalities which help restore balance and harmony to the body, mind, and spirit. He has had extensive education and training in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), alternative, complementary, and naturopathic medicine.
Dr. Mark’s areas of expertise include shiatsu therapy, acupuncture/acupressure, iridology, herbology, muscle testing, Reiki, nutrition/detoxification counseling, Bioenergetics, stress management/biofeedback, vibrational medicine, glyconutrient science/education, and other modalities.
In 1980, Dr. Mark received his Bachelor of Science degree in Ergonomics/Health Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Soon after, he pursued advanced studies at the California Acupuncture College. He completed courses in moxibustion, acupuncture/acupressure, shiatsu, cupping, meridian therapy, medical terminology, and TCM. He also worked in the student clinic on weekends. He went on to receive certifications from The Institute of Holistic Studies in Santa Barbara, California and the Polarity Therapy Center in Los Angeles, California.
In the mid-1980’s, Dr. Mark was given a life-changing opportunity to receive special training and mentoring from Grand Master Dr. DoAnn Kaneko, second generation Japanese acupuncturist and founder of the Tao Healing Arts Center/Shiatsu Massage School of California. Dr. Mark received intense training in shiatsu therapy, amma do-in, meridian therapy, acupuncture, and acupressure.
Dr. Mark has always believed that we must “grow our souls” and has been very committed to his own personal development and spiritual growth. While studying holistic medicine, he also worked at the University of California, Santa Barbara, as an academic counselor and career advisor. It was during this time that he received training in the following areas: EST/Land Mark Forum, SAGE, re-evaluation counseling, and conflict resolution training. He used this training not only for himself, but provided special workshops and seminars for students and staff at the University. Because of his good work and commitment in this area he was voted by students and staff to receive the highest award given to a staff member — the Margaret Getman Award for Outstanding Service to the University.
In the late 1990’s, Dr. Mark developed four nutritional products for an Atlanta-based direct sales company called Balanced Living International. He served as Vice-President of Research & Development for two years.
Dr. Mark founded the Ahimki Center for Wholeness, Inc. in 1995. The name "Ahimki" was developed by combining the Sanskrit word ahimsa (harmlessness toward life) and ki (universal life force). His mission statement is as follows:
“Ahimki” is a word which symbolizes our commitment to honor the sacredness of all life, and our respect for the vital force that flows through all living creatures. We seek to teach and heal, and thereby express our love for Mankind, the Earth, and the Infinite Universe.
Dr. Mark learned from his mentor and teacher, Dr. Kaneko that the body is a symphony and that it plays sacred music. Thus, another definition of the word Ahimki is “a hymn, which is a song, and the ki, which is the energy." Together they create a musical symphony that flows through the body. At the Ahimki Center for Wholeness, Dr. Mark focuses on direct client contact in the areas of nutrition, shiatsu, meridian therapy, acupressure, and biofeedback.
In 2002, he expanded his center and moved to Roswell, Georgia. In this new and larger space, he expanded his services to include EEG neuro-feedback and emotional release work. He also started a naturopathic education program through the Ahimki Institute of Holistic Theology.
In honor of Dr. Mark’s service to his clients and the community a proclamation was issued by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners proclaiming: November 16, 2002 as “ Ahimki Center for Wholeness Day.”
During the last ten years, Dr. Mark has received training and certification in the following: National Acupuncture Detox Specialist (NADA); Dahn Healer’s School in Sedona, Arizona (Chi Gong, energy balancing); Margaret Ruby training in DNA healing; Ondamed certified practitioner – biofeedback stress management; and Sukyo Mahakari training in detox and removing impurities. In addition, Dr. Mark received his Master’s and Doctor of Divinity from Universal Brotherhood University (UBU) in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Mark has a strong belief in community holistic health education and has provided educational seminars to churches, colleges/universities, corporations, and small businesses. He has presented and lectured at three Whole Life Expo events in Georgia.
He has appeared on many radio and cable TV shows, such as WCLK, National Public Radio, and Dr.Tate’s “Adventures in Good Health." He was also a special guest speaker on a radio show in England entitled “Life Conversations,” hosted by talk show host Ombassa. Dr. Mark has been featured in the Atlanta Tribune, Oracle, Aquarius and Essence magazines.