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EMBRACING CHANGE: Transitioning to Somatic Coaching After 17 years dedicated to massage therapy, and holistic practices, I have embarked on a journey of personal and professional growth, exploring the profound connection between body and mind and its impact to our better quality of life going forward. This path has led me to somatic coaching, a holistic approach that integrates physical sensations and awareness with emotional and mental well-being. My deep passion for the profession binds the two—I cannot pursue one without the other. What Is Somatic Coaching? Somatic coaching emphasizes the mind-body connection, helping individuals become more aware of their bodily sensations to facilitate growth, transformation, and healing. Ultimately building a relationship with their body in a mindful conscious way. Techniques such as mindful movement, breathing exercises, and awareness practices enhance self-awareness and promote overall well-being. But when combined with bodywork, magic happens where the long held tensions of the mind melt towards clarity, often allow an unraveling of the body's tensions as well, allowing a deeper connection to the insights your body is always hinting at...ideally before it starts screaming. I am trauma informed and have been practicing coaching for the past 6 to 7 years. Like seasons shaping the land, years of learning and inner tending have brought me here—ready to serve with authenticity and grace. Transitioning My Services In light of this, I am transitioning my practice and bringing into all my sessions a minimum of 15 min of somatic coaching. For a full hour long session you can schedule the hybrid offers of coaching and massage. Please note, while touch remains a vital component, I will exclusively offer bodywork with a preceding somatic coaching session as part of your session. This integrated approach allows for a more comprehensive experience, fostering deeper becoming, awareness and empowering you to cultivate inner wellness, which often translates to improved overall health for yourself and by ripple effect to others. Upcoming Changes •          Availability for Massage Therapy: sessions for Massage therapy are available, however all massage sessions of 90 min will integrate a 15 min check as an intro to somatic coaching inclusively. The body work will be directed according to a body reading and your needs using various practices and techniques. Other excellent therapists are listed on my website for your convenience. • Somatic Coaching Sessions: Online somatic coaching sessions are available. Please send an email for an appointment. In-person sessions are available •             Prerequisite for Bodywork:A somatic coaching session of 15 min intro is recommended before any bodywork appointment. It's important to note that somatic coaching is a more comprehensive, holistic perspective, examining the body in its entirety, and the bodywork that follows leverages a broader range of techniques, including sitting, standing, and lying down while partially or fully clothed. Conversely, massage therapy concentrates on relieving soft tissue tension and temporarily promoting relaxation. The transition to somatic coaching represents a shift towards a more integrated approach to wellness, focusing on the mind-body connection and the cultivation of inner experience and wholeness.              I understand that change can bring questions, and I am here to support you through this transition. My commitment remains unwavering to provide holistic and effective services that promote your fullness. Your trust and well-being are at the heart of this transition. feel free to check in the FAQ page. Thank you for your continued trust and support. Warm regards, Saranaz