For several years I suffered from severe neck pain, originally caused by a scuba-diving accident and further exacerbated by poor "posture." Despite seeking a cure from physical therapy, chiropractic therapy, yoga and other therapies, the pain steadily grew worse until finally I was taking a lot of painkillers and wearing a neck-brace. It was at this low point that I turned to the Alexander Technique. Through the help of good teachers, I realized that though the accident may have triggered the neck pain, I alone was responsible for the recurrent pain: By not knowing how to efficiently move my body, I was continually hurting myself. This realization began the healing process and soon I was able to get rid of the neck-brace and the painkillers. I have taught the Alexander Technique to acting students at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. In addition, I was an assistant teacher of Alexander Technique trainees at a course in New York City and worked in a private (osteopath's) clinic. I am a member of four professional societies: Back Care Professionals, Theater Communications Group, American Society for the Alexander Technique and the British Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique
During the past four years: I have been an assistant Alexander Technique teacher for drama students at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts and Arts Education of London (2009); organized and run the Student Network of Alexander Trainees in the UK (2007-09).
