Functional Integration hands-on Feldenkrais
Functional Integration is a hands-on approach that supports your nervous system to make better choices-- choices that lead to less pain, more efficiency, mobility and stability. We work with movement, awareness and touch to improve the healthy functioning of the nervous system.
What is a hands-on Feldenkrais session like?
When you arrive we will talk through anything you've been curious about in your body and/or life. We will explore some simple movements and then I will invite you to lie down on a table similar to a massage table, but more firm so that it can replicate the support and feedback of the floor. I practice listening to your movements and being through touch. We use the wisdom of Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement Lessons, and specialize the lesson for you. I will move you gently, and also invite you to do movements throughout our time. We will learn together. The process supports your nervous system to better organize your movements, thoughts, feelings and actions.
Who's hands-on Feldenkrais for?
People with busy lives who would like to feel more relaxed and embodied
People recovering from injury or illness
People with chronic pain
Creative People like Artists, Musicians, Entrepreneurs, Dancers etc.
People on a path of personal growth who want to increase their awareness and presence in life
People who would like to feel more mobility and ease in their daily lives
What is inspiring about hands-on Feldenkrais:
I love how this work combines deep, sensitive, embodied listening with the concrete application of learning to move better. It's deep and practical. I came to Feldenkrais as a dancer, and I was obsessed with learning to dance from an internal perspective--feeling my movements from the inside was endlessly engaging.
When I found Feldenkrais it satisfied the part of me that desired to know myself better. It also magically made me feel transformed without much effort. When I had my first Functional Integration Lesson, I was blown away at how differently I felt after 45 minutes. Like I could really change? Change is possible?! It's gentle and potent work.
In the Functional Integration mindset, the practitioner is not there to change or fix you. The practitioner is there to support you to become more of yourself.
What are people saying about hands-on Feldenkrais sessions?
"I feel more flexible and relaxed, and am grateful. Michelle’s hands-on support really promotes development and trust in my body to open more." - Shen Pauly
"Feldenkrais sessions with Michelle provide a gentle release of chronic physical and emotional holding patterns in my body, allowing me to improve my posture and breathe with more ease.”
“Michelle’s supportive caring manner, good listening skills and ability to be with emotions that arise, are qualities that I appreciate. Her healing touch and healing presence are a blessing in my life. I am grateful!"
“Even in my very first session, I learned new ways of understanding my embodied experience. This is a beautiful practice and Michelle is wonderful.” - Bernadine Mellis
“My session with Michelle was fantastic! Her space is clean and serene, and she is friendly while being a grounding, calming presence. I was able to deeply relax and receive her skillful adjustments, which left me feeling amazing -- taller than ever before! Michelle's work left me feeling like a queen with amazing posture and clear energy. I highly recommend Michelle as a practitioner, and if you've never tried Feldenkrais before -- definitely give it a try!” - Charlotte Malin
“I love working with Michelle! She is such a good listener and instantly makes me comfortable! Our sessions have been focused on well being and creativity. As an artist, it has been invaluable to have a space every week to reflect on my creative process, my various hang ups and triumphs, and to drop into my body.
I so appreciate Michelle’s knowledge about the body, her perspective, empathy, and sense of humor! I am beginning to feel a shift as I approach my work, and centering my body is key to fending off the creative jitters, perfectionism and procrastination impulses!” - Melissa McClung. Filmmaker
Initial 80 minute intake: $110
65 minute session = $90
80 minute session = $110 (more time for verbal processing and integration)
6 session package 65 minute session = $490 (save $50)
Pay by Venmo: Michelle-Huber-13, check, cash or online
Office Location: 5 Strong Ave, Northampton, MA
Accessibility: The office is up one flight of stairs and unfortunately there is no elevator.
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