Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is pleased to celebrate International Women's Day with the launch of a new Resident Healers Program, showcasing three leading women in the health and wellness industry in New York City.

Included in the Resident Healers Program offered at The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown are the following women, all completely unique in their field:

•  Deganit Nuur, Creator of The Nuurvana Method™
• Rashia Bell, Creator of The Cristalline
• Snow Shimazu, Creator of AIR BEAUTIFUL®

Each of the three Resident Healers provide unique, mindful experiences for each guest, during one-one-one private appointments at The Spa. Deganit Nuur is an acupuncturist, herbalist and clairvoyant; Rashia Bell is a Crystal Healer and Mediation Master; Snow Shimazu is a travel wellness expert, advanced body work educator and all around wellness Guru. Each of these leading women offer guests seeking something greater than the traditional spa service.

International Women's Day is a day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the world, with the objective being to pay homage to and show gratitude towards women's selfless contributions to people's lives and society overall. Each of the Resident Healers featured at The Spa are committed to teaching individual guests how to acknowledge their own unique gifts and potential, with the view that with encouragement and enlightenment, each client can reach their own pinnacle of personal success.

About Dr Deganit Nuur, The Nuurvana Method™:

Dr. Deganit Nuur is a world renowned spiritual teacher, intuitive, acupuncturist, writer, and lecturer. Nuur was named “Top 15 Intuitives Globally” by Gwyneth Paltrow's publication Goop. Nuur created and teaches the revolutionary Nuurvana Method™, which is based upon traditional Eastern Philosophy that seeks to integrate mind, body, and spirit. The Nuurvana Method goes beyond what meets the eye to heal the spiritual plane, resulting in profound shifts in mind and body and thereby reintegrating spirit into alignment with one's true purpose and passion. Sessions always include a clairvoyant reading, crystal sound bath, aromatherapy, chakra clearing, and a completely customized mantra, with 90 minute sessions including acupuncture, cupping, supplement and lifestyle prescriptions.

About Rashia Bell, The Cristalline:

Energetic Interior Designer and Crystal Healer Rashia Bell, is the co-founder of The Cristalline, a multi-faceted lifestyle company that works to help create balance within all areas of life. After more than ten years working on the business side of Fashion, Beauty, Jewelry and Luxury industries for companies such as Mikimoto, Vivre, and Monique Péan, Rashia found her creative outlet and expressive voice through Interior Design. A graduate of both the Fashion Institute of Technology and the New York School of Interior Design she has also completed two Crystal Healing Certifications by the Crystal Academy of Advanced Healing Arts, and is a Level 2 Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Healer.

Rashia decided to take a uniquely holistic approach to the spaces she transforms for The Cristalline, by incorporating the energetic and healing powers of crystals and stones into her Interiors. The foundation for this design process is specializing in personal healing work, where Rashia has lead workshops, private events and retreats around the world and works to show her clients how to find balance both within themselves and the spaces they live and work in.

About Snow Shimazu, AIR BEAUTIFUL®:

Snow treats the physical, mental, and energetic damage caused by traveling. Through premium one-on-one sessions before, during, and after travel, Snow encourages balance and clarity within each client's lifestyle. Each customized program specifically targets concerns in conjunction with the travel itinerary, as well as before and after travel. Regular and steady lifestyle sessions help bring the optimization of presence, vitality and resilience within each client and collectively within life.

Snow was born in Japan though experienced advanced training from around the world. Her years of diverse and multi-disciplinary experiences in art, traveling, manual therapy, yoga, meditation, and spiritually blend beliefs help Snow understand the essential nature of how to prevent and recover from the damage caused by traveling. Snow received a Masters of Arts Management from American University in Washington, D.C. and did her graduate internship at the Smithsonian Institution.

To book an individual consultation with any of the Resident Healers, please contact The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown on 646.880.2990.

In support of International Women's Day, The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is also proud to showcase the following diverse collaborations with female-led businesses including:

Dr Burgener Switzerland:

Dr Burgener supports schools in India through the sales of her products, of which a percentage is donated to the Women for Women project. Dr Burgener strives to empower women to achieve professional and financial independence through education and training. The brand supports women's cooperatives with products hand made by women in challenged countries.  

Ash + Ames:

Project: Get Gorgeous. Get Global. Give Back. All jewelry pieces reflect the strength, confidence and diversity of the women who both design and share them. Every piece tells a unique story, from female artisans all around the world. Each season a portion of Ash + Ames pieces are created by women in developing countries, of which 100% of the proceeds are returned to their communities.

Sefte:

Led by twin sisters, Jenn and Sarah Pearsall, Sefte Living offers casually elegant home decor and accessories. Inspired by nature and created by hand using centuries old techniques, Sefte's artisans from Peru create softness and luxury that can not only be seen, but felt. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and designed to instill a sense of sanctuary within each home.

About Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown:

As the world's leading operator of luxury hotels, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts currently manages 109 properties in 46 countries. Open since September 19, 2016, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown provides a preferred address for both business and leisure travelers, and the highly personalized, anticipatory service that Four Seasons guests expect and value around the world. Recent awards and honors include 2017 AAA Five Diamond Rated and 2017 Winner of “Best Virtuoso Newcomer” in Virtuoso's Best of the Best Awards. For more information on Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, visit press.fourseasons.com/newyorkdowntown or check us out on https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsHotelNewYorkDowntown

About Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts:

Founded in 1960, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality. Currently operating 109 hotels, resorts and residences in major city centres and resort destinations in 46 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveller reviews and industry awards. For more information and reservations, visit fourseasons.com. For the latest news, visit press.fourseasons.com and follow @FourSeasonsPR on Twitter.

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