I trained as a holistic massage therapist and aromatherapist in 2003 and in 2005 I traveled to India seeking a true master of therapeutic massage. I was incredibly lucky to have my hopes fulfilled and exceeded; learning the amazing and magical technique that I now call Bengali massage with Guru Prassad (Gupi to his friends) in Auroville. Gupi also introduced me to a book by Thomas Hanna on Somatics and I instantly wanted to learn how to pass this amazing work on to others professionally. Bengali massage is a dynamic full body treatment that gently releases and dissipates the tension and holding habits of the muscles, often caused by underlying emotional, mental or physical issues. It encourages the body’s own healing process with long sweeping strokes over the whole body, stretching and subtle vibrational movements, exploring the range of motion of each joint throughout the skeleton from fingers to vertebrae. This unique experience helps to reawaken the body and restore the mind-body connection. Expect the unexpected in this magical treatment! I also offer Clinical Somatic Movement sessions - a clothed treatment in which I teach gentle and specific, mindful movements to bring awareness back into the body. This re-educates and releases the chronic holding habits of the muscles that create tension and pain. It is a powerful and empowering process giving us back the ability to help ourselves find ease and comfort in daily life. I offer 1-1 clinical somatic sessions for specific injuries or areas of pain and I also run regular drop in classes, courses and workshops for a more general approach.
