
Whether you have a specific question about Gua sha, you just want some general guidance, or you need help completing your enrollment, just email us at contact@komorebi-institute.com or send me an Instagram DM here

Whether you have a specific question about Gua sha, you just want some general guidance, or you need help completing your enrollment, just email us at contact@komorebi-institute.com or send me an Instagram DM here
🎯 Taking your practice to the next level. Supervised, Hands-on, and Client-Ready.
Every seat includes the EIM™ Online Foundation (Immediate Access) so you can arrive prepared for deep practical work.


🎯 Taking your practice to the next level. Supervised, Hands-on, and Client-Ready. Every seat includes the EIM™ Online Foundation (Immediate Access) so you can arrive prepared for deep practical work.

Recognized internationally as the standard for professional facial work. This status is earned through our unique structural-anatomical system, global CE accreditations, and the authority of our founder, Clive Witham, who is a world leader and author of six influential texts on Gua sha and integrative health.
This is a proven anatomical and emotional method for deep, lasting facial change, rooted in the EIM™ Facial Gua Sha System. It is designed for estheticians, massage practitioners, therapists, and acupuncturists who want to work structurally, emotionally, and ecologically, while staying fully within their professional scope.
Recognized internationally as the standard for professional facial work. This status is earned through our unique structural-anatomical system, global CE accreditations, and the authority of our founder, Clive Witham, who is a world leader and author of six influential texts on Gua sha and integrative health.
This is a proven anatomical and emotional method for deep, lasting facial change, rooted in the EIM™ Facial Gua Sha System. It is designed for estheticians, massage practitioners, therapists, and acupuncturists who want to work structurally, emotionally, and ecologically, while staying fully within their professional scope of practice.

Most esthetics and facial programs teach the face as if it exists on its own.
But you’ve seen it in practice: results hold for a while, then drift. Clients improve, then stall. And you’re left trying to make sense of what the face is actually responding to.
Not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because the face isn’t isolated.
It’s held up (or pulled down) by:
🎯 When you treat these systems together, the result is a signature EIM™ Lift that lasts.

Most esthetics and facial programs teach the face as if it exists on its own.
But you’ve seen it in practice: results hold for a while, then drift. Clients improve, then stall. And you’re left trying to make sense of what the face is actually responding to.
Not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because the face isn’t isolated.
It’s held up (or pulled down) by:
🎯 When you treat these systems together, the result is a signature "EIM Lift" that lasts.
This training is devoted entirely to Gua sha. There's nothing extra, and nothing outside your license. You won't find needles, or devices, and most of the bodywork is above chest-level.
You will learn and practice how full-system patterns (in the body) shape the face, giving you hands-on experience in releasing structural and emotional tension.

Repetitive strain is the leading cause of career burnout in esthetics. Our Tool-Led Ergonomics Techniques focus on body mechanics and tool leverage.
EIM™ Gua Sha Certification is built for long-term sustainability:
The face isn’t separate from the systems that shape it. EIM™ is a structural and systemic approach that bridges the gap between classical Chinese Medicine and modern biology.
We don't look at the face in isolation. We look at the landscape, training you to recognize:
You’ll work structurally and neurologically through the classical channel framework. It’s a method that moves you away from memorized sequences and toward actually reading what is happening in the tissue. You’ll know exactly why you are placing the tool, where it needs to go, and the order that actually delivers a shift.
🎯 Train directly with Clive Witham, creator of the EIM™ ecosystem and a leading voice in modern Gua sha.
Your investment covers the complete 4-Day Immersion, split into two essential professional modules. Attendance fulfills the mandatory practical requirements for the EIM™ Professional Diploma.
The Face Restructuring System
The Emotional Unwinding System
Professional tools included for use during training.
Tools available for purchase on-site or bring your own Gua Sha tools.
EIM™ moves you out of the "general facial" category and into high-demand structural wellness.
| Market Location | Recommended EIM™ Rate | Sessions to Recoup* |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan / NYC | $275 – $350+ | 6 – 7 Sessions |
| NJ / CT / Westchester | $195 – $250 | 8 – 10 Sessions |
*Calculated based on the Early Registration. US market data for specialized manual therapy.
The Specialist Advantage: Standard facials in NYC often range from $125-$175. By positioning yourself as a Structural Specialist, you are providing a signature treatment that clients 'feel' instantly. At a rate of $275 per session, you only need to see two clients a week for one month to fully pay off your certification.

Most trainings leave you wondering: “Am I actually ready to take clients with this?”
This one doesn’t.
Our Promise: If you complete the full certification and do not feel confident treating a client, email us within 14 days. You will receive a private 45-minute troubleshooting session with a senior instructor at no cost.
Your confidence is part of the curriculum.
The face isn’t separate from the systems that shape it. EIM™ is a structural and systemic approach that bridges the gap between classical Chinese Medicine and modern biology.
We don't look at the face in isolation. We look at the landscape, training you to recognize:
You’ll work structurally and neurologically through the classical channel framework. It’s a method that moves you away from memorized sequences and toward actually reading what is happening in the tissue. You’ll know exactly why you are placing the tool, where it needs to go, and the order that actually delivers a shift.
🎯 Train directly with Clive Witham, creator of the EIM™ ecosystem and a leading voice in modern Gua sha.
This training is devoted entirely to Gua sha. There's nothing extra, and nothing outside your license. You won't find needles, or devices, and most of the bodywork is above chest-level.
You will learn and practice how full-system patterns (in the body) shape the face, giving you hands-on experience in releasing structural and emotional tension.


Repetitive strain is the leading cause of career burnout in esthetics. Our Tool-Led Ergonomics Techniques focus on body mechanics and tool leverage.
EIM™ Gua Sha Certification is built for long-term sustainability:
Your investment covers the complete 4-Day Immersion, split into two essential professional modules. Attendance fulfills the mandatory practical requirements for the EIM™ Professional Diploma.
The Face Restructuring System
The Emotional Unwinding System
Professional tools included for use during training.
Tools available for purchase on-site or bring your own Gua Sha tools.
EIM™ moves you out of the "general facial" category and into high-demand structural wellness.
| Market Location | Recommended EIM™ Rate | Sessions to Recoup* |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan / NYC | $275 – $350+ | 6 – 7 Sessions |
| HJ/CT/Westchester | $195 – $250 | 8 – 10 Sessions |
*Calculated based on the Early Registration. US market data for specialized manual therapy.
The Specialist Advantage: Standard facials in NYC often range from $125-$175. By positioning yourself as a Structural Specialist, you are providing a signature treatment that clients 'feel' instantly. At a rate of $275 per session, you only need to see two clients a week for one month to fully pay off your certification.
Upon completion, you will be able to:
Your journey doesn’t stop when the training finishes - it’s just the beginning.
1. You’ll be invited to our exclusive Practitioner Progress Session, a live group call with Clive (typically one month after the training).
2. The EIM Resource Vault: Retain permanent access to the technical video library to refine your sequences between client sessions.
3. Advance your Professional Path:
You now hold credits for Modules I & II, placing you on the direct pathway toward the EIM™ Professional Diploma.


Clive Witham Director of the EIM Institute
Direct training with the Barcelona-based founder. Clive is the architect of the Ecology in Motion approach and the author of six influential books on Gua sha and integrative health. He is bringing the European standard of professional Gua sha to Manhattan for this limited 4-day engagement.
As a Licensed Acupuncturist and Health Promotion Specialist, he developed the EIM™ framework to bridge the gap between traditional East Asian medicine and modern structural biology.
With over two decades of experience, Clive’s work extends far beyond the treatment room. He is deeply committed to Community Health, running outreach projects that bring effective, low-tech healthcare tools to underserved populations.
This philosophy of accessibility is central to the Institute. Clive teaches that health and beauty are an open system. Whether in a high-end spa or a community center, the principles of ecology remain the same.


Most trainings leave you wondering: “Am I actually ready to take clients with this?”
This one doesn’t.
Our Promise: If you complete the certification and do not feel confident treating a client,
email us within 14 days. You will receive a private 45-minute troubleshooting session with a senior instructor at no cost.
Your confidence is part of the process.
Full course specifications and terms of service are provided in accordance with US professional continuing education standards.
Upon completion, you will be able to:
Your journey doesn’t stop when the training finishes - it’s just the beginning.
1. You’ll be invited to our exclusive Practitioner Progress Session, a live group call with Clive (typically one month after the training).
2. The EIM Resource Vault: Retain permanent access to the technical video library to refine your sequences between client sessions.
3. Advance your Professional Path:
You now hold credits for Modules I & II, placing you on the direct pathway toward the EIM™ Professional Diploma.
EIM™ Gua Sha Certification becomes your signature, high-ticket facial.
You’re delivering structural correction + emotional release. Clients feel the shift instantly and return sooner.
Treat just 5 clients a week and you recoup tuition within 4 weeks.
Practitioners trained in EIM™ consistently see:

Verified EIM Student

"Honestly, the best class I've ever taken, um, probably in my career of 15 years. So thank you so much."

Verified EIM Student

"My entire practice has changed for the better after learning and applying the principles and techniques taught in the course."

Verified EIM Student

"A real game-changer! I can't wait to bring it into my clinic to treat my clients - they're going to love it! I absolutely loved it! And I highly, highly recommend it!"

Verified EIM Student

"Honestly, the best class I've ever taken, um, probably in my career of 15 years. So thank you so much."

Verified EIM Student

"My entire practice has changed for the better after learning and applying the principles and techniques taught in the course."

Verified EIM Student

"A real game-changer! I can't wait to bring it into my clinic to treat my clients - they're going to love it! I absolutely loved it! And I highly, highly recommend it!"

Verified EIM Student

"To see and to hear Clive work with the human body, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! I would recommend it to anyone I meet."

Verified EIM Student

"I highly recommend this training - it will change your world and the world of your clients."

Verified EIM Student

"I've learnt so much and I can't wait to get back to my clients and start showing them how to bring out their potential with Gua sha!"

Verified EIM Student

"To see and to hear Clive work with the human body, is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! I would recommend it to anyone I meet."

Verified EIM Student

"I highly recommend this training - it will change your world and the world of your clients."

Verified EIM Student

"I've learnt so much and I can't wait to get back to my clients and start showing them how to bring out their potential with Gua sha!"
Designed for practitioners committed to mastery, not generic facial training.
Details
Location: CJB Training Space NYC, 160 Broadway 6th FL, New York 10038.
Commuter Friendly: 5-minute walk from Fulton Street Transit Center (A, C, J, Z, 2, 3, 4, 5) and the PATH Train (WTC) for NJ practitioners. Easy access via Grand Central/Penn Station for those coming from Westchester or CT.
For Travelers: If you are coming from out of state, we recommend booking Manhattan or Brooklyn-based accommodations early, as May is a high-demand month for the city.
Dates: 18-21 May 2026
Policy: 14-day full refund "cooling off" period after purchase.
Designed for practitioners committed to mastery, not generic facial training.
Details
Location: CJB Training Space NYC, 160 Broadway 6th FL, New York 10038.
Commuter Friendly: 5-minute walk from Fulton Street Transit Center (A, C, J, Z, 2, 3, 4, 5) and the PATH Train (WTC) for NJ practitioners. Easy access via Grand Central/Penn Station for those coming from Westchester or CT.
For Travelers: If you are coming from out of state, we recommend booking Manhattan or Brooklyn-based accommodations early, as May is a high-demand month for the city.
Dates: 18-21 May 2026
Policy: 14-day full refund "cooling off" period after purchase.
Every seat includes the Online Foundation (immediate access).
We offer two clear enrolment paths to secure your place in the New York Live Immersion. All payments are processed in USD.
⚠️ Current Rates End March 31, 2026. Only 8 Full / 5 Alumni Seats Left!
Every seat includes the Online Foundation (immediate access).
We offer two clear enrolment paths to secure your place in the New York Live Immersion. All payments are processed in USD.
⚠️ Current Rates End March 31, 2026. Only 8 Full / 5 Alumni Seats Left!
Includes: 4-Day Immersion + Immediate Access to the Online Foundation ($499 value)
Save $205 - Ends March 31.
Limited: 8 seats @ this price
Registration includes immediate access to the $499 Online Foundation Course. Please review our Cancellation Policy before booking
Includes: 4-Day Immersion (For practitioners who already own the Online Foundation)
Exclusive Rate for EIM Alumni - Ends March 31.
Limited: 5 seats @ this price
Questions? Email our team at admin@komorebi-institute.com
We want you to feel confident in your investment. Because this training includes immediate access to our Online Foundation Course, our policy is designed to protect your learning while being fair to our operational costs.
1. The 14-Day "Full Access" Period
You have 14 days from the date of purchase to cancel for a 100% full refund, no questions asked.
Please note: If you log in and begin the Online Foundation Course during this 14-day window, the digital portion of your tuition becomes non-refundable, as the intellectual property has been accessed.
2. Cancellations After 14 Days (Up to 30 days before class)
If your plans change more than 30 days before the live training, we 'uncouple' the bundle:
You keep the Online Course: You retain lifetime access to the Online Foundation Course (Retail Value: $499 USD).
Live Training Refund: We refund the remainder of your tuition in full, minus a $100 administrative fee.
This ensures you still walk away with the foundational knowledge even if you cannot join us in person.
3. Within 30 Days of the Live Training
15–29 days before: 50% refund of the live training component (total fee minus the $499 digital value and $100 admin fee) or 100% credit toward a future live training.
Within 14 days: Seats are non-refundable but are 100% transferable to a colleague or friend.
4. Special Terms for Alumni (Refresher Seats)
Since Alumni already possess lifetime access to the Online Foundation materials, the 'uncoupling' logic does not apply.
Up to 30 Days Before: Full refund minus a $100 administrative fee.
Within 30 Days: 100% credit toward a future live training or advanced workshop.
Within 14 Days: Seats are non-refundable but may be transferred to another eligible EIM™ Alumnus.
We want you to feel confident in your investment. Because this training includes immediate access to our Online Foundation Course, our policy is designed to protect your learning while being fair to our operational costs.
1. The 14-Day "Full Access" Period
You have 14 days from the date of purchase to cancel for a 100% full refund, no questions asked.
Please note: If you log in and begin the Online Foundation Course during this 14-day window, the digital portion of your tuition becomes non-refundable, as the intellectual property has been accessed.
2. Cancellations After 14 Days (Up to 30 days before class)
If your plans change more than 30 days before the live training, we 'uncouple' the bundle:
You keep the Online Course: You retain lifetime access to the Online Foundation Course (Retail Value: $499 USD).
Live Training Refund: We refund the remainder of your tuition in full, minus a $100 administrative fee.
This ensures you still walk away with the foundational knowledge even if you cannot join us in person.
3. Within 30 Days of the Live Training
15–29 days before: 50% refund of the live training component (total fee minus the $499 digital value and $100 admin fee) or 100% credit toward a future live training.
Within 14 days: Seats are non-refundable but are 100% transferable to a colleague or friend.
4. Special Terms for Alumni (Refresher Seats)
Since Alumni already possess lifetime access to the Online Foundation materials, the 'uncoupling' logic does not apply.
Up to 30 Days Before: Full refund minus a $100 administrative fee.
Within 30 Days: 100% credit toward a future live training or advanced workshop.
Within 14 Days: Seats are non-refundable but may be transferred to another eligible EIM™ Alumnus.
Q: Do I need prior experience with Gua sha to join?
A: No! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced facialist, this training is designed to elevate your skills with clear, step-by-step instruction and hands-on practice.
Q: What makes the Ecology in Motion different from other facial Gua sha teachings?
A: Ecology in Motion is a holistic, nature-inspired system that sees the face as a dynamic landscape. It goes beyond surface techniques to assess and treat underlying patterns of imbalance, making your work more effective and meaningful.
Q: Will this certification count toward my continuing education credits?
A: Yes! You’ll earn 32 CE hours, which can be applied to maintain your professional therapist, massage or esthetician license in many states.
Q: How much hands-on practice will I get?
A: Approximately 75% of the training is hands-on, so you’ll practice techniques intensively under expert guidance to ensure confidence and mastery.
Q: What if I need to cancel?
A: We understand plans change and we want you to feel confident when booking. So we have a fair cancellation policy to help you have peace of mind when committing to the class.
Q: How does the "Online Course Possession" discount work?
A: If you have already purchased the EIM Facial Online Course in the past, choose Path 2 (Live Immersion Only) at checkout. You save the cost of the digital materials ($499 value).
Q: What if I don’t feel ready after the course?
A: Simply email us within 14 days and you’ll receive a private 1:1 troubleshooting session (online, 45 minutes) - free of charge.
Q: Does this count toward the EIM Diploma?
A: Yes. Completion of this 4-Day Immersion grants you the full credits for Modules I & II of the EIM Professional Diploma track.
Q: What does ‘integrative esthetics’ mean in this course?
A: It means you’ll learn to combine ancient classical principles of nature, modern anatomy, and holistic wellness into every treatment, so you can offer clients results that go beyond the surface.
Q: Is there support after the course ends?
A: Yes! A few months after your training, you’ll be invited to our Practitioner Progress Session. This is a live group call with Clive to help you integrate your learning, answer questions, and support your real-world success.