I started my SE studies in and went as far as one can go in this domain without becoming a trainer of the method. Peter Levine. I regularly mentor and offer consultation to my colleagues within the Somatic Experiencing practices.
I maintain active communication with these stellar teachers to help further my learning and the learning of my mentees and clients. In , I also obtained certificates in fitness and nutrition from Simon Fraser University. Between , I did a small stint in academia at the University of Wollongong New South Wales, Australia pursuing my Masters in Research within the biomedical and health sciences.
I was awarded my Masters in Rather than you sifting through all the research and countless books, not to mention attending weekend workshops and trainings for years on end like I did! How did I get here? In , while walking down a flight of stairs, my kneecap spontaneously broke in half. Super fun. Two knee surgeries later after the previous 2 β LONG story and it was time to recover. But I was still stiff, out of balance, and in pain.
It felt like I had exhausted all methods for healing. But oh man, was I wrong. This was the early part of β¦. It was a blast and one of the most memorable moments of my life. This occurred by stopping all flexibility work, strength training, physical and massage therapy and ONLY focusing on what I now call Feldenkraisian learning.
The work of Dr. It humbled me beyond measure and made me see that I still had a heck of a lot to learn. Feldenkrais in the early 80s. By the time I finished my Feldenkrais training it was and I went straight into private practice with ease and enthusiasm.
