Christine is a NYS licensed massage therapist, somatic bodywork therapist, wise woman mentor and educator specializing in holistic women’s wellness. Her approach utilizes techniques rooted in the foundation of craniosacral therapy, a somatic bodywork practice which engages the entire body in the healing process and functional medicine. Christine believes that the body is a storyteller and that when we listen compassionately and with curiosity to our body we discover the medicine of healing that we seek. There is a wisdom within each one of us that has the capacity to heal on every layer. We look to the body as a wise resource, ally, and guide. Your body has been your companion through all of life’s events and it knows in its muscles, nerve fibers - it's very cells - the story of YOU.

With Christine, you will learn how to transform negative physical and emotional experiences into wisdom that will serve you moving forward. Christine offers you self-care practice tools to integrate into your life - creating a greater sense of self, building resilience and offering hope through recognition of change.

Liberate your Body, ease your Mind and soothe your Soul

From Christine

I believe that the disconnection and separation in today’s world is a result of our disconnection with the Earth and her natural rhythms and cycles. The physical body, like the Earth is a storyteller.  Important information is held within the cells of the body that inform us through pain or pleasure. 

When entering into healing, acute or chronic - the realm of treasure exploration, the physical body is a partner in this journey. The body is a recordkeeper and our most loyal companion on our journey in this life.

My philosophy and approach is supported by years of training and study in bioenergetics, manual bodywork therapies, craniosacral therapy, womb shamanism, psychology (Jungian), somatic trauma informed therapy practices and women’s holistic health.  I offer a combination of physical/psychosomatic healing that is based on the belief that emotional healing can be aided through resolution of bodily tension.  Our true and sustainable healing happens at a subconscious level. If there is struggle, disconnection or loss of direction in any part of your life in this moment, connect with me to discover how my unique practices can provide a deep sense of awareness, self-reliability, strengthened trust in your intuition, joy and contentment with who you are.

I am a practitioner of Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy, and holistic birth doula.. With over a decade of experience, I have cultivated expertise in supporting women through various life stages, offering natural approaches to fertility support, somatic healing practices, spiritual guidance, and herbal remedies.

In addition to my therapeutic services, I practice trauma-informed care, providing compassionate support and spiritual council to individuals navigating stage of life transitions, challenging reproductive health issues, including difficult births, fertility challenges, miscarriages, and unsatisfactory experiences with obstetric and gynecological care.

As the founder of Rising Earth Healing Arts in Wappingers Falls, NY, I have created a sanctuary for healing and transformation. I live here in the village of Wappingers with my daughter and am dedicated to empowering women and families on their journey toward holistic wellness.

I am a multi-disciplinary healing artist and extend this passion to create by creating art as medicine in the form of sacred weaving and sculpting with clay.

I find grounding and inspiration in Nature, strolls through the forest, swimming in freshwater streams, lakes and rivers. Connection with the earth is essential to my well being. Many of the herbs offered within our apothecary at Rising Earth were grown and harvested in our home gardens.

​xo Christine Jude

Honoring the Teachings:​

• Holistic Doula Training - 2023: Whapio

• Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate - 2023: Embody Lab

• The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy - 2023: Cathy Lipsky

• Craniosacral Therapy, CST 1, 2018, CST 2, 2022:  Upledger Institute

• Holistic Pelvic Care™ - 2022: Tami Lynn Kent

• B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies, Concentration Women's Holistic Health 2021: SUNY Empire State College

• Womb Awakening Apprenticeship 2018-2021, Co-Facilitator and Mentor: Institute of Feminine Arts 

• Advanced Pre-Natal Massage Training:  2016 - Finger Lakes School of Massage 

• Integrated Energy Therapy Master Instructor 2009-2017:  Faith Supple, Michelle McCarthy

• Usui Reiki Master Practitioner 2013 - 2015:  Faith Supple

• New York State Professional Licensed Massage Therapist: 2015

• Finger Lakes School of Massage: 2014

• ​A.A. Business Administration, 2005: SUNY Empire State College