Body Oriented Coaching
‘’So much of our wisdom is held within our bodies, but we don’t always have the space or the confidence to hear it.
Body-oriented coaching is a gentle and supportive process that allows you to explore what feels present for you, in a holistic and compassionate way’’
Why Invest in Body Oriented Coaching?
People seek Body Oriented Coaching for diverse reasons, often driven by a desire for deeper self-understanding, healing, and transformation. In a supportive, non-judgmental space, you can explore specific challenges, navigate important life decisions, or address feelings of burnout. This approach also provides a nurturing environment to simply connect with your body's innate wisdom and explore limiting thought patterns.
Amongst other things, Body Oriented Coaching can be particularly beneficial for those experiencing:
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Stress, anxiety and overwhelm
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Grief and loss
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Limiting self-beliefs, low self-worth and negative body image
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Feeling "stuck", numb, empty or disconnected
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Chronic pain or illness
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Overthinking and a sense of being "stuck in your head"
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Difficulty connecting with their body and emotions
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A desire for change and improved self-care
These experiences are valid reasons to invest in the transformative power of somatic coaching, which fosters a more compassionate and loving relationship with yourself and your body.
Reconnecting with Your Authentic Self
Many of us have never learned to unconditionally love and accept ourselves. We may have grown up in environments where being our true selves felt unsafe or unacceptable, leading us to develop protective "walls" that, while serving a purpose, can also disconnect us from our true potential, creativity, joy, and happiness.
It's common to reach a point in adulthood (our 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond) and realize we don't fully know who we are or what we want. We may experience a persistent sense of something missing, an inability to feel truly satisfied, and a longing for something more.
Body Oriented Coaching offers a pathway to:
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Reconnect with your authentic self
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Identify and honor your core needs and desires
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Rediscover what brings your soul joy and vitality
This process cultivates a profound shift in your relationship with yourself, fostering well-being and a more fulfilling life. Engaging in a compassionate dialogue with your emotions can bring deep relief, allowing you to connect with and integrate all aspects of your experience. By giving your emotions time and space, you create a sense of "coming home" to yourself and reconnecting with your inherent wholeness.
What to Expect in a Body Oriented Coaching Session
As C.S. Lewis wrote,"I sat with my grief long enough until she told me her real name was grief.'' This captures the essence of Body Oriented Coaching: a journey of deep listening, sensing and presence.
Sessions involve me holding a safe and supportive space for you to explore what is alive within you. I act as your "co-thinker," guiding us on a path of self-discovery. Sessions are client-led, non-directive, and non-judgmental; all aspects of your experience are welcome.
Our work focuses on the present moment and your desired future. I may offer invitations to explore silence or engage in gentle somatic "experiments" that invite the wisdom of your body, acknowledging the interconnectedness of mind and body. This holistic and embodied approach can be profoundly transformative.
Body Oriented Coaching draws upon a range of process-oriented modalities, including Focusing, Hakomi, Family Constellations, Organic Intelligence, Interpersonal Neurobiology, and the perennial wisdom of various Wisdom Traditions.
