Tam Healing and Tong Ren Therapy for Depression

Tong Ren Therapy is a form of energy healing developed by the prominent Boston area acupuncturist and healer, Master Tom Tam. Tong Ren was originally developed to aid in the treatment of cancer, but has been extended to treat a broad range of conditions. Tong Ren classes are now offered around the world.

The clinical success of Tong Ren Therapy is due in part to the precise and scientific focus on particular areas of the body for a particular condition. The Tam Healing System utilizes information from both western and eastern medicine as well as a vast amount of clinical experience to develop these treatment protocols.

The areas and points listed below are those that are commonly found blocked in people with depression. The system focuses on the scalp and Huatuojiaji points along the spine. You may use acupuncture, massage and/or the tong ren to focus on the following areas for healing. For details about the system consider reading Tong Ren Therapy: Beyond Acupuncture. A full list of conditions with treatment points is available in A Lazy Bum's Healing: Tong Ren Therapy Cross Reference - both are available in our book store:

  • Main Points:
  • C2(r) - effect frontal lobe
  • GB 13 - effect frontal lobe
  • SI 16 - open sky window area (circulation to head)
  • Secondary Points:
  • Yintang - useful for relaxation and calming the spirit
  • HT 7 - useful for any heart related conditions
  • LV 3 - resolve liver qi stagnation, improve energy circulation
  • T5(l) - useful for any heart related conditions
  • Yiming - open sky window area (circulation to head)

Tong Ren Therapy Books and Supplies

Tam Healing System and Tong Ren Therapy books and supplies can be found in our store.

For classes, see our world-wide directory.

If you are new to Tong Ren, please read our introductory brochure, see treatment protocol examples and read patient testimonials.