Massage with Somatic Experiencing®

What is Massage in Water with Somatic Experiencing?

I combine Remedial Massage, Somatic Experiencing®, Aquatic Bodywork - WATSU, WaterDance, Healing Dance and Craniosacral work to ease and dissolve tension in the body, heart and mind that accumulates over time due to stress and trauma. My offerings are focussed on supporting the nervous system to return to a natural state of calm. I am passionate about my current life-transforming six year study in Somatic Experiencing® with Dr. Peter Levine. This knowledge and experience is woven into all my offerings.

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Warm Water Massage happens in warm water that is close to body temperature. By being moved and stretched the body relaxes deeply and accesses a meditative state. Warm water is a a magical healing agent and it needs to be experienced to be believed.

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Sessions unfold in an organic and creative way and consist of three parts. As your practitioner I respond to whatever issue is arising and ready to be met.

We start with a check in. You share your wishes and intentions for what wants to be explored, expressed and healed. This could be physical pain and injury such as neck, back and shoulder pain, emotional grief and distress such as anxiety, loss and separation or spiritual longing. Together we listen to what your body has to share, preparing to understand it more deeply through movement, sensation and touch. Part of this process is about connecting you to your inner resources in a way that enhances your day-to-day life.

The second part is the massage in warm water where you will be massaged, held, moved, stretched and danced. Your body will feel nurtured and free.

The final part (which is optional and includes a nose-clip) is being fully submerged under water. This activates the diving reflex, a neurological pathway for rest and rejuvenation in the body. It instantly and effortlessly deepens the breath and brings you into a meditative state. Being moved underwater offers another level of freedom in the body.
 

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Why is it so important to regulate the nervous system?

The warm water is a unique and powerful environment for regulating the nervous system. When your nervous system is regulated you feel grounded and safe and able to meet the wounds of the past with greater compassion and understanding. Your life can unfold with loving awareness & presence. We all want to be seen and heard in our deepest authenticity. When we experience being held in the warmth of the water, relational healing occurs and early attachment wounds can be healed. This can support healthy, secure connection in your current relationships. 

I use a diverse combination of techniques that will support you to:

• Track sensations and feelings in the body

• Repair boundaries and feel empowered

• Connect with your Inner Resources including your Inner Child, playful or wounded and Inner Protectors

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What are some of the outcomes?

• Alleviation of physical pain and injury such as neck, back and shoulder pain

• A happy relaxed body

• Inner child connection

• Safe Attachment - Repair of ruptures and other emotional wounds

• Repair of inter-generational trauma

• Enriched intimacy and positive sexuality

• Increased resilience, creativity and playfulness, clarity and relaxation.