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Where to start?

Read this page, and if you have questions, are curious, or feel unsure if it’s for you – give me a call.

I recommend starting with 1 session, to see if it clicks. If it does, I recommend doing 3 more to get a clear sense of how I can help you. From then on, it’s up to you how to continue.

Why work through the body?

The nervous system is our central communication channel. It helps us navigate the physical and social world we live in.

It works to keep us safe by remembering what felt safe and what felt like a threat – when our boundaries were not respected, or when we were praised or punished for being loud/quiet, dominant/submissive, openly sad/joyful/angry.

As such, it also shapes our bodily reactions and personality construct – when we tense, when we relax, how secure we feel in interpersonal relations, what role we take in a group dynamic. And most importantly when and where we allow ourselves to let go and express core emotions of anger, sadness, joy and fear.

And the things that really hurt - well, they stick.

A constant tension in the stomach or jaw, a constant worry about how others perceive me, or a constant background feeling of being trapped, unheard, and constrained.

The same is true about a traumatic event – suffering abuse, an accident, an operation, a divorce or a burn out.

So, by surfacing, acknowledging and letting go of these old experiences and blockages, the nervous system is freed, unblocking your body, your mind, and you!

One step towards a happier, more peaceful and freer life :)

What issues can it help with?

Common Psychological Problems

  • Birth, childhood and intergenerational trauma
  • Stress, anxiety, panic attacks and burnout
  • Depression, grief and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)
  • Eating, metabolic and sleep disorders

General Personal Development

  • Body awareness and grounding
  • Building confidence and speaking up
  • Setting boundaries and saying no
  • Coming closer to yourself to live the life that you want to live

Common Physical Problems

  • Tension headaches and migraines
  • Pregnancy and postpartum complications
  • Digestive problems
  • Pains in the back, neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees, ankles and hips

What does a session look like?

We start with a short conversation to explore what you want help with. We then move to the massage table to work with the body. We finish with a short conversation to integrate the experience.

During treatments I use massage techniques to find your subconscious physical tensions. This surfaces their underlying psycho-emotional causes – whether unprocessed stress, anxiety, fear, anger, sadness, …

Once surfaced, you have the opportunity to work with your breathing, mind and nervous system to let go of these old protection mechanisms. With it, you also release the restrictive thoughts, feelings and behaviour patterns associated with them.

Treatments will help you feel relaxed and present in your body, with a clearer mind, and more able to fully enjoy life and navigate change. Or feel a sudden desire to sign up to a pottery course and start wearing purple ¯\(ツ)/¯

What to Wear - It is possible to receive a treatment with full clothing. Somatic therapy does usually include touch. It is easiest with thin and minimal clothing, for example non-revealing underwear/shorts and a sports bra. It is up to you what you feel most comfortable with.

Pricing

Standard: 105 €
Reduced: 90 € (for people with low & no income)
Business Invoice: 125 €
Brussels & Gent: 20 € discount

If this is not within your means, please reach out. I have several slots per month for people without the means.

Cancellations less than 24 hours in advance and no-shows are charged at 100%.

Reimbursement

I am registered with CAT. Check with your mutualiteit/health insurance if reimbursement applies.

Practical Information

Working Languages - English, Dutch, Spanish and rusty French

Duration - 1h 15min

Locations

Amsterdam East - Friday - Newtonstraat 4, 1098 HD (bel: Serire)
Amsterdam West - Mon-Thurs - Lijnbaansgracht 67-O

Brussels - Once every 4 weeks - Julien Dillensplein 1
Utrecht - On request
Gent - On request

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