"I have long been interested in holistic and alternative approaches to healthcare, but have struggled to find practitioners who are as gifted and knowledgeable as Emily. Her expertise in Energy Medicine is comprehensive, and continues to expand as she brings new insight and techniques to every session. She has an intuitive understanding of my health issues and always has a creative and immediate solution. My energy and overall wellbeing have increased exponentially since seeing her, and her skills as a teacher have given me the tools to maintain my gains between sessions. Emily always brings great warmth and humor to our work together in addition to her expertise and healing gifts. I recommend her unconditionally."

--Steven Coburn, Composer and Musicologist

“I have had the pleasure of benefiting from several Energy Healing sessions with Emily recently. I have to admit, I was a bit skeptical at first of the effects of energy medicine in general, but my symptoms have improved significantly with every session. Emily has an incredibly clear way of explaining both the origins of your symptoms and how she will treat them. She is caring, from making sure you are comfortable with the music and temperature in the room to the more physical components of a session. Her intuition has allowed her on more than one occasion to pick up on some of my more minor symptoms that I had (mistakenly) felt were not worth mentioning in our pre-session conversations. Emily's understanding of the human body and how it is affected never ceases to amaze me. Because of her help, I no longer have those doubts about energy medicine. I highly recommend Emily for energy healing services.”

--Lisa Greenberg, Teacher at NYC Department of Education

"Emily is so fantastic!! I came to her in the throes of first trimester morning sickness during my first pregnancy. I was taking all the right vitamins, etc., but my digestion was just not on track and I was suffering greatly. The techniques Emily used were so soothing and best of all she made me feel really comfortable with her while she worked on me. I was shocked by the relief that I felt. Not only that, but Emily was able to show me simple techniques that I could do to myself at home (or anywhere at all) when I started feeling pain and discomfort. And they really worked. I would highly encourage anyone who is experiencing a minor health problem, pain somewhere in the body, etc. to visit Emily and see what she can do, especially if the Western vitamins or medicines have not totally worked. She really helped me."

--Crina Mary, Mother and Linguist

"I remember being in my early 20's and having friends decades older than me tell me how wise I was for my age. When I was teaching Emily, I knew what those friends were talking about. Emily came to the healing arts early in life, and is incredibly insightful. She has a keen internal awareness, immense compassion, and accurate intuition. She is a healer by nature, and a teacher. I highly recommend Emily. I have been doing healing work of various kinds on others and myself for some time now, and I'm very particular about who I allow to work on me. Emily is one of less than a handful of people I would trust to treat me.”

--Bridgette Kinder, Owner of Ageless Acupuncture

"Emily's beautiful calming spirit and her extensive knowledge of the human body and the Donna Eden method put me right at ease and made me feel very safe and relaxed. I was suffering from migranes and extreme anxiety. Emily's incredible intuition helped me to realize that my suffering was related to my energy and my emotional pain from negative life experiences. With the combination of physical excercisess suggested by Emily combined with energy medicine techniques, and methods to alter my negative thought patterns, I have no longer been suffering from Migranes. I highly reccomend Emily to anyone who is suffering with any physical or emotional discomfort. She provides a very gentle and effective form of healing."

--Holly Elizabeth, Actress and Singer NYC

“I recently had the pleasure of receiving services for my body and spirit from Emily Butler. Her method and approach were very professional, efficient, gentle and effective. Her intuitive nature really shined, and I believe it is a great asset she brings to her practice. Even though I did not provide certain information about my condition, she was able to use energy medicine to assess my energies and balance them, allowing my condition to improve. It was amazing how the non-invasive methods she used were so effective. She also provided helpful information for me to take home to continue the healing process. I would highly recommend her, as anyone would be very pleased with her services. In fact, just being in her kind, supportive presence is a wonderful healing experience to be had."

--Angela Melton, Owner and Financial Director at Guardian Angels Foundation

"Emily exhibits the credible, systematic, and EFFECTIVE aspects of the healing business. Her expertize, her professionalism, and her know-how are superb. The efficacy of the Eden energy system she uses, and really the RESULTS I got from working with her are great....I highly recommend Emily to anyone who is serious about getting better."

--N.Smith, NYC

"Emily Butler projects the positive energy that assures her clients that they are in good hands. Her sensitivity, intuitive nature and professionalism put her at the top of her field. Ascendance, so aptly named, underscores her aspirational approach to therapy. Emily started as a dancer and knows every body part and its relationship to the whole. Her technique deals with both inner and outer balance so essential to well being. Ascendance is more than therapy, it is a lifestyle. In today's stressful world, aren't we lucky to have Emily Butler to take us to a better place."

--Marc Rosen, President and CEO at Marc Rosen Associates

"Let me start off by saying, I’m not usually the type of person to go to an energy healer. I’ve never done acupuncture or anything like that before; I eat red meat and enjoy my afternoon cocktails. But I decided to give it a shot and try an energy healing session to see what it was all about. My nose is always stuffy, which makes breathing and smelling difficult, and I also have insomnia due to an anxiety disorder. I told Emily all this before we got started. Emily was very knowledgeable and professional throughout the process, which kept me extremely relaxed. By the end of the session I was very calm and tranquil, but I wasn’t really sure anything had happened. That night, however, I could barely stay awake! I slept like a baby and woke up after 10am (far longer than I usually sleep). I felt rested and highly alert, not groggy like I often do after a long restless sleep. The even stranger thing occurred later that day when someone asked me how the session went. It wasn’t until that moment while I was really thinking about it that I realized that my nose was clear. It was kind of like having a cold for a really long time, and one day you wake up and the cold is gone; it’s not really something that you notice right away – you just feel normal again. I’m not sure exactly how it happened, but my curiosity is piqued and I’m definitely going to have to try this again!"

--Brett Haroldson, Owner Savoir-Fare Catering

"Ascendance Holistic Healing has completely changed my life. Though I used to be a total skeptic with regard to the potential benefits of energy medicine, Emily's work with me has proven to me time and time again that there are absolutely no limits to her healing applications. She is the sole reason I am up and walking today.

I came to Emily's Ascendance Holistic Healing after having seen several doctors about the degenerative arthritis in my back. Each agreed that my crippling back spasms would only get worse, that there was no chance of recovery. There were only ways to minimize the pain whether it was through constant use of steroids or through a seriously invasive surgery that could only offer some pain relief.

I can happily say that ever since my first session with Emily two years ago, I have not had a single back spasm! Emily has helped me against all odds to restore my back, manage my stress, anxiety, fatigue, and digestive problems.

Unlike acupuncture, chiropracty, and physical therapy, Emily's healing practice is not only designed to heal, but to show you HOW to use energy medicine and to guide you to perform energy work successfully on YOURSELF. Emily will empower you to solve your own problems and keep you coming back for more. Emily's practice is a true blessing."

--David Avi, Brooklyn NY

"I think it's important to make a connection with anyone you receive a service from whether you are going to a dentist, doctor, hairdresser, personal trainer, etc. Not only is Emily extremely knowledgeable about Energy Medicine and movement, she knows how to connect to people. She really listens to you and she is funny! She is very professional and knows how to address your particular problem quickly and easily. And she also will make you feel comfortable and like you are hanging out with an old friend. I love her!"

--Sarah F, Paris, France

"Emily listens thoroughly, without judging and is full of the kind of vital life-energy that makes you feel better as soon as you talk to her.

I consulted her for fatigue and low energy. My doctor could not find anything wrong with me, but Emily had a good idea what it was right away and did some simple exercises with me that brought my energy back! Emily is a wonderful holistic practitioner because she empowers you to understand your own energy and healing process. She teaches you practically how certain techniques work and how you can listen to and heal your body every day.

I definitely recommend working with her!"

--Hope N, NYC

Study Group Testimonials

"For me the regularity of our meetings is what really helped me stay on track. While I LOVE studying EEM, "life" is busy and I am not as disciplined with my self studies at times. SO having our group provided wonderful incentive to continue on a regular basis. I really love the new space and the energy of our group. The hands on practice was VERY helpful!" --Eileen Costello

"You always keep it interesting, relevant and fun." --Gisela Misch-Blum

"You are amazing! I love study group. It brings peace and grounding to my life. I so look forward to this group. The energy of the space is very sacred to me. I have completely faith in your ability to pick the perfect divine topics." --Brenda Wyetzner

"The chance to work on different people and to feel their energy is such a gift. I'm enjoying your current format- LOVE handouts and stuff to study!" --Donna Racik

"…A sense of community, belonging. A place to feel grounded. A place to…exchange ideas. It reminds me why I am studying EEM and not to forget the things I learned in CP. I get other views and perspectives." --Farah Bien-Aime

"A wonderful connection to others….a very welcome release of tension from the day/week. Inspiration from new ideas and techniques." -- Anastasia Vaghin

"I learned how to de-stress! I found something in every class-- literally. It truly helped me understand my lifestyle and body better, now I can do something about my random pains." --Regina Von Schack