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I have been working with Lisa , doing yoga/somatic movement for the past 6 years either in a private or group setting. Each session with Lisa has been a true gift to my body and soul. When I started working with Lisa, my mind, body connection was weak. Through Lisa’s guidance that has slowly changed over time. Lisa has coached me ever so gently to tune into my body, to practice mindfulness and to be fully present. From the very beginning, Lisa’s teaching and strong belief of accepting my body where it’s at, without judgment, has brought about my acceptance of my body and its abilities. Through gentle movement guided by Lisa’s soothing voice my body has reawakened in a strong and healthy way. By isolating different muscles in my body and gently releasing any resistance and tightness, my muscles have grown stronger and more flexible over time. I carry myself in an easeful manner, my posture tall and strong. My breath has reached a whole new level of gently flowing through my body, filling my body with good cleansing oxygen. My mind has learned how to be still and to focus on my breath, tuning into my body and its nuances. I bless the day I met Lisa and started this journey of embodiment. It is an honor to be her student and to continue on this wondrous path.”

“As a yoga therapist, I know first-hand the need for a spiritual practice and routines of self-care, but I also know that self-care can get pushed to the back burner during stressful times, even though that’s when we need them most. I’ve been taking care of my aging mother and other members of my family who aren’t well, and sometimes I feel overwhelmed, both physically and emotionally, and worried that I might burn out. When I met with Lisa for my Āyurvedic consultation, I knew I couldn’t take on a lot. I really appreciated how she helped me to sit back and take in the teachings. She didn’t give me a lot of things to do, but instead helped me tweak what I was already doing–shifting my practices so I could be more consistent (for example with my oil massage) and helping me to see how my diet was affecting me. I am so much more connected to these practices of self care now, and am doing them consistently. And I really notice the effect on my nervous system, I feel more balanced when I take the time to do them. Lisa helped me remember how important they are. Every time I work with her, I feel seen and heard, and it is really, really good to experience that. ”

“The world needs to be aware and take advantage of the incredible modality you have to offer. You helped me to see my way a little more clearly as to what direction I need to go. You were so patient and kind with me in the few sessions we had and believe it or not, just the pelvic tilt has been helping me so much. I actually do this every day. That exercise alone has helped me to jumpstart into moving again, gaining back my mobility in the entire hip joint. I am able to begin mobility exercises where there is very little pain and stiffness. Your words ring in my ear all the time as I glide through my day—daily practice will help me move with more ease. You are such a bright light in people’s lives and I wish you only all the best. I have been around a long time and when I meet someone like yourself with such kind, warm ways, values, ethics, and patience, I feel I have been truly blessed. Thank you for all you have given me in such a short period of time. You’ve changed my life for the better, and I will carry this with me always. ”

“Before working with Lisa, I had chronic pain from injuries (neck, hips, and knee). I had tried 4 years of PT, medical massage, yoga, stretching, and strengthening, but the pain persisted. After working with Lisa, everything changed :) Because of her holistic approach, I am calmer overall and slower to stress out. Almost all of my pain is gone and if it does flare up, I can always get it to go away with the exercises. If I still have pain after the exercises, it’s gone by morning because I now get better (healing) sleep. I’ve been able to go back to working out, doing chores around my house and the city without having to stop because of pain, bike, and go for long walks and hikes. Before I started with Lisa, I was taking 1-2 ml of CBD for pain and stiffness. After starting with her, I went down to .05 ml and now—none! (And obviously no other painkillers.) Lisa is amazing–an incredibly knowledgeable, dedicated, and thoughtful teacher. Her focus was 100% on me during the sessions (in contrast to PT I’ve done), she checked on me after sessions, and she made herself available for any questions or concerns I might have between sessions. She made sure I understood exactly how to do each exercise through incredibly clear instructions and positive reinforcement (“I like how you’re remembering to...”/“Excellent job with...”), and made recordings of them so I didn’t stress over memorizing them. She was able to teach me breathing practices I had struggled with so that I could overcome stress and lower cortisol. I feel better than I have in years after working with her. Do not hesitate to book her—she will change your life. ”

“I absolutely loved working with Lisa. I gained a lot of insight and perspective on how my diet and lifestyle choices were impacting me on a day to day basis. I struggled with over eating and drinking as well as forgetfulness and I tended towards activities that created a lot of heat in my body. Lisa suggested a few lifestyle changes that helped a lot–for example, avoiding eating after the sun has gone down and including a coconut oil/epsom salt scrub into my daily routine to relieve stress. I also stopped doing hot yoga, and I honestly have noticed a huge difference in how my irritation levels have gone down. The excess heat really did make an impact on my fiery constitution. I have noticed improved digestion, better stress levels, clear mindedness, and less aches in my body. I truly appreciated the insight/intervention in my lifestyle because it gave me time to step back and acknowledge things I was struggling with. Once I started implementing new habits, one change snowballed into another. Something as simple as showering at the end of the day and using the salt scrub really has been a huge daily relaxation technique that helps me to decompress and sleep better and better tackle the next day.
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“I was interested in exploring somatic movement to deal with general aches, tenderness, fatigue, low back pain and knee pain. Previously, I’d tried physical therapy, yoga, and herbal medicine, but improvement was negligible, and in some cases, my symptoms worsened. Practicing somatics has helped me become more attuned to my bodily experience. I’ve strengthened my ability to tune in and notice the subtle changes and differences in various parts of my body over time and space. And I learned the importance of noticing and interpreting these subtle cues. I learned of the power and importance of being gentle and slow with myself in these movement practices. From the start of our sessions to the end, my body felt less achy and tense, and my mind felt less anxious and busy. I also noticed improvements in my low back pain over the course of our time together. If you are thinking about exploring somatics, you should absolutely give it a try! It’s so different from the ways we’ve been taught to move our bodies in most contemporary movement practices. And Lisa is an extraordinary teacher. She is so knowledgeable, gentle, encouraging, and attentive. In our time working together, I learned so much about somatics and, most importantly, about myself. ”

“Thank you is the least I can say for putting so much heart into what you do. You made a tremendous effort to make sure I “got” the exercises and are available continuously to help. I haven’t felt this good in years! May you continue to be an amazing resource to those lucky ones who reach out to you.”

“I am honored to write a review for Lisa! she is an amazing person and her life’s path created not only a dedicated but ideal student, who has grown into her own beautiful amalgamation of healing wisdom. Her ability to clearly communicate ancient and foreign concepts in ways that are practical and understandable for her clients is impeccable! Throughout her time with me as a student she held integrity and respect for the lineage and has maintained a responsibility for both learning and sharing Ayurveda. I believe Lisa to be fully competent and more than capable of holding space for anyone wishing to transform and heal. She will help you to identify, experience and implement balance throughout all aspects of your life. ”

“A number of years ago, after being diagnosed with late-onset asthma, I began to work with Lisa. I had never practiced yoga before and the work with her led me to manage my breathing in a very different way. In the past couple of years, my husband and I, being 75 and 79, began to have body issues. My husband has struggled with leg and back pain and I have had some shoulder discomfort. While we have continued to do yoga, two years ago Lisa began to provide us with a weekly Somatics class. We both love these classes and have felt so supported by her work with us. We had never experienced Somatic work before and the class provides us with amazingly interesting moves in our body. The class always leaves us feeling pain free and we love the gentle and subtle movements that Lisa leads us with. Lisa is a gifted teacher. Her descriptions of the body moves always works for us and she observes us and walks us through the moves in amazing and nurturing ways.”

“Lisa is a wonderful teacher, giving clear, thoughtful and supportive instructions. She has been teaching me pranayama (breath practices), and I love feeling calmer, more peaceful and yet energized after our sessions. What Lisa teaches isn’t offered in classes. I have practiced yoga for six years and Lisa is opening up a whole new area for my practice.”

“I first worked with Lisa to help me deal with a fractured tailbone after an accident at home. I see various medical doctors and health care practitioners, but I didn’t feel that there was a health care practitioner with whom I could discuss how I feel in general. With Lisa, I feel very comfortable discussing the issues I am dealing with now. At my Ayurvedic consultation, we developed two recommendations to start. I find the two recommendations (sleep and hydration) challenging and am still working on them. I hope to continue working with Lisa. She helps me deal with long term goals. I appreciate that she listens and paces her recommendations and appointments on what is going on for me. ”

“I never thought I could learn to meditate and access the benefits. Lisa taught me how. She designed a routine for me that enables me to meditate in motion, through a series of yoga stretches that leave me mentally and physically ready for my day. Even better, Lisa showed me options to do it in five minutes or 20, so I can always fit it in. And it’s such a pleasure—giving me both calm and energy—that I always want to do it.”

“I’ve been doing 1:1 classes periodically with Lisa for more than 2 years and our practice has truly helped me to reconnect with my body, learn how to use breathing for relaxation or to activate energy and how to better listen to my inner voice.

Every class, Lisa would take the time to listen and work with me to develop a personalized practice that would address my specific needs. She’s not only been a terrific yoga teacher who deeply cares about her students but she’s also been a teacher who’s guided me through a difficult time in my life and helped me to find more clarity through my practice allowing me to make the right decisions.

Thank you Lisa for being such a warm and loving person and for guiding me to become the person I am today. I’m very grateful.”

“Last year, at the age of 67, I was diagnosed with late onset asthma. I began treatment with appropriate medication but my lung function was limited and I often felt like I couldn’t take a deep breath. I had never practiced yoga (or any other form of exercise) but decided to add alternative approaches in the hope of increasing my breathing capacity. After working with Lisa for only a few weeks, the change in my breath capacity was astounding. I am able to work at home with the written practices she creates for me, changing the practice as my work with her evolves. Lisa creates a safe, nurturing place where I have been able to, for the first time, find a way to develop a yoga practice. She is able, with the gentlest touch, to shift my awareness in a way that allows me to change my relationship to my body and my breath.”

“Lisa is an excellent teacher! She’s calm, patient and endlessly accommodating to my individual needs. I’m “tricky”, so she needed to adjust my practice several times, always with the same extremely thoughtful and caring attitude. I highly recommend her!”

“I would recommend Lisa to anyone looking for a customized, fine-tuned set of tools to manage pain, increase your strength or flexibility, or to simply gain confidence in the practice of living in your body. She is an amazing teacher as well as an amazing listener, and working with her really feels like a collaboration in the best sense.”

“Thank you so much for your knowledge, insights and intuitive wisdom. You are truly guided from a deep spiritual place.”

“Lisa is deeply knowledgable about yoga, but more important, she’s a true teacher — able to share her knowledge in ways that make sense to others. She is caring and warm. Above all, she is highly attuned to her students’ needs, always watching and asking for feedback, making sure that what you’re doing is really working for you as an individual. ”

“Lisa is an amazing teacher. I have been studying with her privately for the past six months. Let’s start with the obvious—Lisa has the best voice for yoga. Her calm demeanor immediately puts me at ease, no matter how stressed and tight I am. I can listen to her all day long. During my very first session, Lisa put bolsters on the floor as a starting point, and I just fell in love! Who knew that my body could be supported in such a way that I felt weightless? I was able to see a difference immediately. I have fibromyalgia, so I always have pain and stiffness. With Lisa’s guidance, I am less stiff, and I’m able to get up from a sitting position without creaking!”

“Yoga with Lisa is such an enlightening and enlivening experience. Her ability to listen so attentively and respond so thoughtfully and creatively is truly a gift. Lisa has an upbeat alive approach, yet is firmly grounded. She has made it possible for me, after years of abandoning yoga due to health issues, to return to practicing in a way that has already been life changing. Thank you Lisa!”

“I have never experienced private yoga sessions before. At this point in my physical/exercise regime I needed help. Lisa’s understanding of the body + my need to get back into a routine with limitations but moving forward was excellent. After 2 sessions things began to gel for me; having a yoga workout that was doable felt wonderful. I will be forever grateful for Lisa’s talent.”

“Lisa is a joy to work with- smart, knowledgable, understanding, and sensitive to my special concerns. Based upon her extensive expertise, it was obvious that she is able to tailor various programs and techniques to particular issues and needs. I would certainly recommend her to my friends!!!!! And I will keep practicing!”

“Thanks for making my life so rosy and beautiful.”

“It’s my first experience with yoga and I couldn’t imagine a nicer instructor. Lisa is so kind. It’s so appreciated. There is so much more to learn from her than yoga. She is an overall role model ”

“I love to come to yoga. Lisa is so amazing and positive and kind!! ”

“Lisa’s calm and gentle personality has a great impact on everyone!! Thanks again! ”

“I loved every minute of the class! It was so calming and relaxing!”

“Lisa was EXTREMELY supportive—individually and for the group. Instructions were always clear, never demanding. Everything she does and says is with compassion and caring. ”

“Enjoyed every moment in class and will try to do the home practice at least twice a week.”

“Whatever Lisa taught was extremely informative! [I’m] speechless—I was looking forward every week for yoga day! I was taught a fundamental pattern of breathing for life! thanks so much, with appreciation! ”

“I love Lisa’s personality—friendly, caring, calm, accepting. She gives off such positivity. Thank you for opening my eyes and making me aware of relaxation. I’m looking forward to learning more and to really let go. ”

“Very clear instructions! Easy and fun to follow. Lisa is very devoted. Love the class. ”

“Thank you so much for the great workshop! I feel like it was customized for my body and mind! I’m a new person! I was transformed to a calmer world…”

“I looked forward to this class every week! Thank you for your love and support and sensitivity throughout the entire 6 week series. You are a role model to me!”