what is shiatsu?
by now we probably all know that shiatsu originated in japan, with one school based on western anatomical & physiological theory and the other based on traditional chinese medicine. shiatsu keeps evolving and there are now many different styles derived from those two traditional forms. simply explained traditional shiatsu uses the hands, elbows and knees to stimulate points on the body which can help release stored tension. however bodhiwork expands on traditional shiatsu as it recognizes that a person’s level of energy is dependent not just on physical, mental and emotional states but also includes the spiritual.
bodhiwork is a unique treatment system, using the ancient healing techniques of shiatsu to balance our refined meridian system through acupressure, gentle massage and stretching in combination with kinesiology, the art of ‘listening to the body’, and deepened by the application of high grade therapeutic essential oils. bodhiwork will leave you transformed and rejuvenated.
our highly experienced practitioner, who has been classically trained and resident in japan for 18 years uses both traditional and modern techniques to assess and work with your particular health concern. her clients appreciate her compassionate understanding of individual and culturally based health issues. this cross-disciplined practice results in a truly holistic approach. you will leave your treatment feeling lighter, healthier and more alive.
to ensure long lasting healing benefits you have the option of following a personally created diet / exercise routine that caters to your specific health needs.
you can choose to wear loose clothing, or feel the benefits on bare skin, if preferred.
bodhiwork is a way for the practitioner to bring the client’s awareness to areas of the body which need attention, because they respond either too much or too little to stimulation. regular treatments gradually move below the surface tension to penetrate the underlying blockages caused by habitual movement and lifestyle patterns.
a sore back may be the result of poor posture, but why the poor posture? this may be caused by sitting at a computer for too long without taking breaks. why do we not take breaks? because we’re worried about not finishing the project by a specific deadline. why are we worried about the deadline? because we believe that getting the job done is more important than the state we are in while doing the job. this is a highly simplified example, but it shows how deep physical problems can stem from a whole series of mental, emotional and spiritual choices, many of which are not made consciously.
working together, bodhiwork practitioner and client can move deeper into the physical blockages, opening the mental, emotional and even spiritual levels to the possibility of healing and integration. in order for this to happen the patient takes an active role in the treatment and this is where the other aspects of bodhiwork and bodhielements come into play.
send us an email or call for an appointment – ela is looking forward to doing bodhiwork with you!
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“when i first came to ela, i was disconnected from my body and unable to feel my feet. i had tense knots all along my spine. after the first session, my back had opened up, i was able to feel the ground and see more clearly for the first time in a couple of years. i’ve found that not only are her treatments beneficial to mind, body and spirit, they are a necessity in overcoming the obstacles of urban living. i’d travel many miles to receive treatment from a professional of this caliber. although i don’t understand how shiatsu works, my partner and I have seen the benefits of this practice through regular treatments.
unlike most practitioners who take a short course and call themselves experts, it’s comforting to know that ela has trained in this field for more than a decade and still considers herself an evolving healer. even if I’m not feeling under the weather i take time out of my schedule to see ela. there is no better medicine than preventive medicine. i haven’t been to a doctor or hospital in eleven years. thanks ela…” – evangelos diavolitsis, calgary canada 2009 -
