…..
What is the object of the individual Somatic Healing program
The body is wise and has healing potential. In order to consciously connect with this wisdom, we need to discover within ourselves the willingness and courage to meet ourselves.
A true and profound encounter with ourselves takes place only when we do not assume anything, do not want anything or expect nothing from ourselves. If we feel safe enough, we can begin to listen. Learning to kindly and patiently discern what is happening right here and now. We develop the ability to be fully present in our bodies and uncover the connections within our physical being.
When we begin to truly feel and reflect what we are experiencing in the body, we can let the body guide us. Step by step, movement by movement, sensation by sensation… Each moment can be revelatory if we can perceive it truthfully. If we can respond freely and with confidence. Whatever charge the movement has, we can always feel love and peace deep within.
Again and again we learn to walk the path of trust, truthfulness and free movement response in the body Because each of us is movement, each of us is embodiment.
Somatic Healing is an intimate journey for me, with a truly personal story behind it. And I feel the same when working with every one of my clients.
How the program looks like
We start with a talk, during which the client has a chance to share how they are feeling and where they are. We can talk about what is alive, and especially how the themes resonate in the body.
If the client wishes to remain silent, we can be silent together. It is always important to settle down and tune in together. Both to ourselves and to each other.
This is followed by the first movement prayer, which naturally opens up space for working in the here and now. We let the body speak and we listen together.
We continue with a series of movement improvisations. These are interwoven with a particular somatic theme that the body brings to the here and now. Of course, some topics go along for a longer time and they like to return.:-) The movement improvisations are guided and gradually we can uncover the depth and context of the somatic theme. They also allow us to work on some specific movement principles and skills. Because with more developed movement possibilities we can be even more free and more true in movement.
Throughout the session, and especially at the end, there is space to reflect on the movement experience together, to ask questions and share what is needed.
For whom the program is
Some are drawn by the joy of movement, some want to explore specific topics, some come intuitively, and some are struggling with physical issues… My clients range from complete beginners to movement professionals. During years of my practice I have had the opportunity to work with adults and teenagers, pregnant women, or women after birth. Thanks to my previous experience, I welcome clients dealing with mental health issues or physical, developmental, or social difficulties. The program is designed for anyone who wants to move and dance — to be close to themselves.
…..
My Experience with Somatic Healing Dance
I have been regularly attending individual Somatic Healing Dance lessons with Katka for over two years. At first, it was not an easy path for me. I attended the lessons rather with resistance and inner tension, even though somewhere deep down I knew that I loved movement and loved to dance and that this would help me “heal”. I came to Katka with the intention of getting rid of heavy menstruation, abdominal pain and I also often did not feel good in my own body.
Over time, however, something beautiful began to happen. Thanks to Katka’s sensitive guidance, I learned to perceive my body from the inside, not just the outside. I stopped “performing” the dance and started to truly experience it. Today, I realize that activity does not have to mean overload, but can come from peace, from connection with the ground.
What I take from these lessons now is a great transformation. I no longer feel awkward or pushed to perform – on the contrary, dance has become a passion for me and a place where I am at home with myself. I feel more strength in my body, my belly has naturally relaxed and flattened, and when pain or fatigue appears here and there, I can listen to myself and slow down.
For me, Somatic Healing Dance is a natural feminine way to reconnect with yourself – with your body, breath, emotions and the joy of movement. It is both conscious work and play. Katka is a guide who leads you not to someone else’s imagination, but to your own inner wisdom.
If you are looking for a way to heal yourself through movement, find balance and experience true closeness with your body, I highly recommend Somatic Healing Dance.
With love, Petra 🌸
