Process Work for Body Workers

Course Details

This course will focus on the bridge that is created between a client and the practitioner during a session. This will primarily center on the method called “Four Body Release” (physical, emotional,  mind, and spiritual), which can emerge during a massage session. In order for the client to be able to more fully experience the process of “letting go” they must first feel they are in a safe, non-judgmental space. The practitioner supports this by creating a secure atmosphere. At the same time, freeing themselves of any  projections they may have, or feelings of wanting to “fix” their client.

This course will feature Gestalt therapy techniques, meditation, massage, sensory awareness, discussion, movement and guided imagery in an atmosphere of self-disclosure and integrity. Each participant will have the opportunity to explore their own inner-personal process in a group setting.

While this seminar is mainly for practitioners of massage and bodywork, other professionals (therapists, psychologists, etc.) will find the experience and tools utilized during the weekend helpful in their practices.

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Anyone who would like to participate in a course should not be deterred by financial reasons. We are willing to accept payment in installments. If you wish to make a special arrangement, please let us know at the time of registration.

Ray Swartley

Ray is a Senior Esalen Massage teacher, ethnobotanist and herbologist. For twelve years, he lived and worked at the Esalen Institute as a member of the massage and teacher team. In his courses in Europe, he teaches Esalen Massage, herbology, experien ...read more

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