My goal as a massage-based somatic practitioner is to integrate my knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics within a broader holistic framework. By considering the intricate interplay between the mind, body, and other ecological factors, I can approach pain, healing, and well-being in a more contextually informed manner.

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By broadening my observations and evaluations of pain, tension, and stress outside of the traditional frame of bodywork, I understand that chronic pain is not solely attributed to tissue damage or movement dysfunction. While these factors are essential, it is also important to recognize that if our body's underlying state is chronically stressed, ill, and dysregulated (as per the polyvagal theory and Somatic Experiencing), addressing issues such as movement dysfunction, muscle tension, and fascial restriction may only offer temporary relief or prove ineffective for long-term pain management.

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Through a holistic and integrated approach, I assist clients in cultivating a deeper awareness of their body and its relation to the broader context in which it exists. This empowers them to explore the underlying causes of pain and create more effective strategies for managing and alleviating it.

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By working with the different internal senses such as interoception, nociception, and proprioception, as well as utilizing the knowledge of the systems of the body, the fascial lines of the body (as per Thomas Myers), and pain physiology, we are able to explore and more intentionally understand how ones body exists in space and time. This exploration helps us address holding patterns of tension that arise from unprocessed chronic stress responses, unresolved patterns of self-protection, and different environmental factors that can hinder our body's optimal functioning. Through this process, we can evaluate and better understand the support a body may need to operate more harmoniously and efficiently. I use techniques such as massage, cupping, stretching, joint movement, and fascial stimulation alongside somatic tools and practices to integrate the process of healing with a more holistic mind-body lens. These techniques also empower clients to cultivate greater self-awareness and a deeper understanding of their body.

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I hold certificates in Rapid Neurofascial Reset, Dynamic Cupping, Fascial Stretching, Somatic Experiencing, and more.

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