This is THE reference book for ALL Complementary and Alternative Medicine practitioners as well as people aspiring to be. It's also for those who are just curious about what all those business card initials mean... It is THE source for the type person you seek to help you in your healing. There are 119 common acronyms and abbreviations. Out of the brief description of 143 modalities, I've experienced 122. Convenient, easy-to-carry size: 4"h x 5"w x 3/16" Whether you're a veteran healer or still searching for where to start in your healing practice, this is an essential reference book