Energy healing is a disparate group of practices and natural techniques that aim to provide holistic therapy to patients. These practices come from numerous traditions, including Chinese medicine, Japanese healing, and various New Age healing practices, such as quantum touch and therapeutic touch. The specific duties of practitioners in these disciplines varies greatly. However, the general responsibilities are similar in that practitioners utilize these practices in a therapeutic setting to provide relief to patients. Many energy healing practitioners have their own private practice or work with private clients.