About Us
The International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy (I-ACT) is the premier professional membership organization for colon hydrotherapists around the world. It provides high-quality education and training programs for the purpose of certification, as well as continuing education programs to keep member therapists growing and learning to stay on top of the profession. A worldwide organization, with members in 28 countries, I-ACT strives to embody high standards of education and professionalism in all it does.
The organization is led by an elected board of directors who set the strategic direction and oversee committees which help move the colon hydrotherapy professional forward while helping individual member therapists be the best they can be. These committees give members the opportunity to participate, grow and develop as leaders and professionals.
Founder Connie Allred envisioned a profession with high quality education and training standards available to all who wished to learn. Today, her vision is growing as the profession does. I-ACT is more than 1100 members strong and thriving into the future as the guardian of the profession.
Policy Statement
I-ACT recommends the use of currently registered FDA equipment and disposable rectal nozzles/speculae.
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Membership
Being a full member of I-ACT ranks you among the top colon hydrotherapy professionals in the world. For more than 37 years, I-ACT members have understood the value of membership, belonging to something bigger than themselves.
I-ACT helps member therapists practice safely, develop through high quality educational standards, and participate and find support in a sharing, caring community that circles the globe.
Membership has its advantages! Along with the incredible support and networking, your membership entitles you to many valuable benefits, including certification advancement; professional development and conference events; progressive educational training; professional liability insurance options; marketing tools and resources; legal and legislative resources; continuing education opportunities; the latest gut health information; and much more.
I-ACT membership gives you the professional clout you need to stand confident and secure, knowing you have the education, training, and skill as a certified colon hydrotherapy professional. When you belong to I-ACT, you are never alone.
Meet The Board
France Robert
Board Member
Biography / CV
Meet the Staff
Your staff is comprised of the Executive Director, the Office Manager/Assistant to the Executive Director, and the Executive Director Emeritus.
I-ACT Executive Director
Chrissy Haderer Fong
Phone: 210-366-2888
email: chrissyfong@i-act.org
I’ve always believed that the most successful organizations are those built on a bedrock of clarity, connection, and consistency. That philosophy is at the heart of my work as Executive Director of I-ACT. My mission is to deepen the connections within our membership and build a stronger, more sustainable foundation for the future of our association. I tend to approach leadership from both a strategic and practical standpoint. Thanks to my background in operations and data, I enjoy digging into the details to solve problems and improve systems. I find great satisfaction in the work happening behind the scenes - improving processes, clarifying communications, and finding new ways to add value for our colon hydrotherapists and members. Ultimately, I am here to ensure that I-ACT remains effective, approachable, and truly reflective of the community it serves.
I-ACT Executive Director Emeritus
A. R. "Dick" Hoenninger
Phone: 210-308-8288
email: dick@NBCHT.org
Dick Hoenninger served as the Executive Director of I-ACT for over 30 years (1995–2026). Instrumental in establishing I-ACT as the world’s leading authority in colon hydrotherapy, Dick helped build the association into the global community it is today. While he has stepped away from the demands of daily management, he remains an integral part of the organization as Executive Director Emeritus, focusing his efforts on key special projects that support the long-term success of the association. Dick is currently the Executive Director for NBCHT.
I-ACT Office Manager / Assistant to the ED
Kristen "Kristi" Rice
Phone: 210-366-2888
email: kristi@i-act.org
Hello! I’m Kristen Rice (aka Kristi). I have been working for I-ACT and NBCHT for 18 years as the executive administrative assistant to Dick Hoenninger. I now work closely with Chrissy Fong, the new Executive Director. I work remotely in San Antonio, Texas. I am a wife and mother to 2 beautiful kids, my son Colin (8 years) and daughter Payton (4 years). The past few years, I have been working with several of I-ACT’s committees to bring them feedback from our members. We are all working together to help I-ACT grow more and reach others who are not certified. I look forward to connecting more with our members to make sure they have what they need from I-ACT to be successful certified Colon Hydrotherapists. My door is always open to all our members to listen to on any thoughts, concerns, opinions, etc. Don’t hesitate to reach out.