Visiting Steven is like going to that safe place that you have tucked away in your heart from your childhood. I feel trusted and trusting in his space and can allow my deepest, truest voice to be heard in his presence. There's no judgement from him, only kindness that strives to stroll through some painful past experiences. Steven is a most trusting, helpful, and skilled healer (and an excellent writer too!) He is persistent yet mindful of boundaries. He will nudge you over that small roadblock of your mind and help you to realize how easy (or difficult) it was to overcome. Then you will learn how glad you are to have gone through it. The world seems like a different place after a session with Steven. There should be a sign in Steven's office - Disclaimer: Clarity and mindfulness may follow. Self-understanding, rejuvenation, growth, tranquility, confidence, and mental relief all come to mind. Steven will put years of experience, research, reading, writing, singing, and learning into the path of your winding river. Aptly named: Flow Healing Arts. read more

Steven is the bomb diggity. Plain and simple. I went to Steven, so I thought, because my back was hurting, and no conventional therapies were working for me. I also thought it could be some kind of emotional issue as well, I was desperate and tired of being hunched over like an old lady. What I got was so much more. Not only did my back pain go away, but I got major transformation to boot. My relationships have improved. I started dating (after being single for 2 years), and I'm feeling more present and "in-my-body" than I ever have before in my life. I think every person who wants real transformation should go see this guy. He's not only a genius at what he does, but he really walks the talk. He IS a really grounded, present, and open hearted guy. You just feel calm in his presence. It's a rare find to find a healer who seems to have some of their own stuff worked out, it gives you a lot of faith in what they're doing with you! Anyway, he's awesome. GO. Just...go. read more

I am a massage therapy teacher and have received a LOT of massage. Steven has such intuitive hands and such a healing spirit- my massage from him last week was absolutely wonderful on every level- professional, connected, and just amazing. I would highly recommend Steven! You won't regret giving him a call! read more

Steven gave me a safe environment to unleash the trauma I had stored in my body, mind for years. I realized during our sessions how much I had held from my childhood, enduring much deeper wounds as an adult. Releasing has allowed me to open my eyes to a whole new life, growing, thriving and wanting more. I have a desire now that I didnt even know existed, but I am grateful I found it. Steven helped me to develop strength of what my future can, will be , and I will always utilize the tools he thought me to further grow and stay strong. I have had many years of physical and emotional pain. I was also told I would never work again due to a severe auto accident, and I have struggled for years. I worked on all of these issues with the guidance of an incredibly gifted man, and my life has changed. Thank you Steven, you truly helped me to rebuild my life. I am working, living and so happy again. What a true blessing! read more

Umm ... yeah. I just had my first session with Steven today, and am so, so happy I did. I have a lot going on in terms of health, and Steven was immediately able to tap into the areas--both physical and mental/emotional--that needed attention. Within the first half hour, I literally laughed, cried, and released tension that I knew was there as well as some I wasn't even aware of. There are some people who just seem to have a gift, and I think Steven is one of them. I felt comfortable around him immediately (which isn't always the case with men!), and even during the parts of the release work that were painful or difficult, I had this strong feeling like "YES!!! This is what I need!" Thank you to all who wrote yelp reviews before me, as I would never have found him without you! Like the other reviewers, I would highly recommend giving Steven a call if you are feeling stressed, tense, held back, or stuck in any way. I will definitely be going back, the sooner the better ... read more

When Steven generously invited me to try a session of his healing bodywork style, I have to say I was dubious. Living in the Bay Area I've had the opportunity to meet thousands of healers and try copious styles of transformational body work. There's always someone here offering a new technique, and because bodywork is so intimate - it is easy to get cautious about trying new practitioners after a few less-than-fun experiences. :). So, imagine my surprise and delight when I finally did decide to say yes - and I discovered in Steven a healer who is not only deeply respectful, sensitive and completely one-track focused on getting your body, mind and soul in alignment - but also inspired, highly skilled and using powerful new techniques that actually work. His process is effective, and I felt so safe & honored in that space. There is so much stored in our bodies from childhood and life experience that simply has to be released through this type of work. For anyone ready to let go of old energy, illness, blocks and traumas in the body - and feel lightness and flow again - I highly recommend you give Steven a try. In fact, I'd say you better call him TODAY while he's still available and affordable, because this man is about to blow up big time. What are you waiting for? Call him now! May you find full embodied freedom in this very life! read more

I was in the midst of profound physical, emotional, financial, interpersonal, and spiritual turmoil. Marriage, family, work, creative and spiritual practices were all being tilled and turned for new planting. I knew I wanted something new to plant, but could not articulate even this thought much less define what that new thing was. My first 2 hour session was a revelation. I saw a path to gain that level of profound, existential clarity. I'd been accumulating pieces to the spiritual puzzle for my whole life and it felt like I'd been trying to put it all together in the dark without knowing which way was up. And finally, here was someone to show me where the light switch was and how to turn it on. It is both blazingly simple and obvious how working with Steven has made my life better, improved my well-being, and made me a happier person. I have gone from seeing myself as unwelcome in a world that is hostile to my presence and self-actualization, to experiencing myself as profoundly loved and invited to the experience of life in every aspect of my being and perception. Lofty words perhaps, but instead of seeing my challenges now as inherently external and "oppositional" to myself and my way of life, I now experience my true challenge as simply staying present (quiet, aware, still, engaged) to the Universe with which I identify as my Self and remain resonant to its song/frequencies. Since meeting Steven I had gotten a promotion at work, I have had a breakthrough in my marriage, and gained alignment with my wife for our next step for our mutual development. I've become aware of how I cut off my emotions and physical sensations and learned to allow these feelings and experiences into my life. I do cry more, yes, and I laugh more and more deeply now; I find it harder to watch movies and images of cruelty and injustice though I had hardened myself against all this as I was growing up. I allow more of the world to show up for me than I ever have and know that there is never an end to this process of creating out of nothingness and returning to nothingness to begin the cycle again. I believe Steven's practice will benefit anyone who truly desires personal growth, physical health, and profound transformation into their "true self". All lofty words, big promises, perhaps, but this has been my experience, and the experiences of people I love who have worked with Steven as well. If you're reading this, schedule your first session with Steven right now and find out for yourself how whole, perfect and complete you are at this very moment. Love always read more

During the transition out of a toxic job situation my executive coach suggested that I go see Steven; "the best thing you could do right now would be to get out of your head and into your body - Steven's the guy to see." I trust my coach, so I went, and it's been a profound experience. When we met I'd come to accept a certain amount of anxiety, sleeplessness and intestinal distress as the price of middle age. Nine sessions later it's easy to forget all the years I lived with those symptoms without giving them much thought. Steven touched and released traumas I didn't even know were stored in my body, including those held by my family going back for generations. I'm more present, connected and content than I was before meeting Steven. I even stand taller and breathe easier. Steven is a keen observer, a good listener and a skillful healer. He let me know that my issues were familiar to him, that he could relate to my tendency to focus on small and negative things, and that he'd worked hard to gain the insights that make him so good at what he does now. Steven is hugely curious, constantly learning and experimenting with different approaches to healing and wholeness and sharing the results with anyone who wants to engage him. This is a gift which I highly recommend accepting. read more

Shamen, magician, healer. I have never felt so much joy in the unraveling of self. He holds a space to go deep, come up for air... and dive back in. Each session is so beautifully crafted and designed specifically for you. His approch is thoughtful and powerful. Leaving room to emote, and repair simotaneously. I've been around spiritual block. He is undeniably amoung the amazing few chosen to heal. Thank you for your gifts. read more

I had an amazing session with Steven. He combined somatic body work while simultaneously coaching me. It's a beautiful integrative approach that I've never experienced before, but I'm completely hooked! He intuitively found the areas in my body that were sensitive/sore and then while working on them, asked the most prescient questions. I now have a lot more awareness of what is going on in my body and why. I would especially recommend Steven to anyone needing to release emotional traumas, anger, sadness, or stress. You will walk away feeling lighter, more free, with greater clarity and generally more embodied-- your body, mind, and spirit aligned and integrated. If you're looking for a master of holistic health, Steven is your man! read more

Steven's intuition got us to the "root" of things very, very quickly. He created a safe place for us to go where the deeper pain was, and seek release. I was pretty discombobulated for a few hours, but then things sunk in, and I felt very, very good. It was a very private and tender experience... read more

Steven is an amazingly intuitive and professional practioner! I have had a LOT of bodywork over the years and always felt that having tense muscles was just the way I was. Through Steven's Vibrational Healing and Massage Therapy (VHMT) techniques, I was able to feel releases in those areas AND work the root cause of those tensions! This is SO MUCH more than a massage technique. If you're REALLY ready to begin HEALING yourself, you need to see Steven!!! read more

I was looking for a health coach, but what I got in Steven was so much more. Everything from his professionalism, deep understanding and ability to guide self healing is superb. He has helped me release anger, frustrations, and guilt that I have been holding to. In sessions with Steven, it is a truly safe zone (thanks to his mannerism and deepest compassion for understanding a persons need to heal). I feel I can say anything in our sessions and he helps provide clarity between what I really feel and negativity that I may have surrounded myself with. His body work sessions are the best. Simply by finding points through out my body (where they may be negative emotions being held) and talking me through those emotions, he has left me feeling lighter, happier and content. In addition to the body work sessions, the conversations and guidance he has led me toward a more positive existence. I originally found Steven's health coaching services through yelp and everyone that has left a review (please take note, they are all 5 stars) has been spot on. I rarely write reviews, but very much wanted to b/c his work and ability to heal should be known. Thank you Steven! read more

Steven is a very talented individual and I would highly recommend his services to anyone wanting to release stress or tension from their body. I personally felt like I was floating to my car after receiving a massage from him. I will definitely be requesting an appointment with Steven again. read more

It was synchronicity that brought me to Steven. I was going through a radical transition. The universe was forcing change and loss upon me. I was reeling. I was feeling unsure of the future and without direction. I needed guidance. I needed someone, a coach or a mentor, to help me through the transition and facilitate my journey into well-being. I thought of two friends who were pretty dialed-in and may be able to recommend someone to me. As I was thinking of reaching out to them I decided to walk down to the store for some lunch. When I walked into the store, both of these friends were there talking to each other. I thought that was odd as I walked up to them and started chatting. While we were chatting, someone walks up to us. He is introduced and I discover that he is an author, a life-coach, a body-worker and a healer. It is Steven. Well, I could not ignore the cosmic significance of meeting Steven at that moment. I immediately contacted him and set-up a consultation. Thus my journey began. My sessions with Steven were profound. He helped me in many ways. I learned to look at my thoughts, my language and my posture to identify negative patterns and to shift and transform those patterns into healthy, positive and empowering ones. He also helped me to tune in and listen to my body, to feel the sensations and to recognize what those sensations mean. He did some deep bodywork to root out and release trauma that I had been storing. This brought up many things spontaneously, from childhood incidents to current challenges and anxieties. The work we did together was intense, inspiring and produced clear and concrete results. I am more confident, energetic and clear on my life purpose. I have a deeper understanding of my true, authentic self, and how to maintain that authenticity. Steven has given me many tools to continue on this path of health, happiness, and well-being. I am very grateful for the time I spent with Steven. I recommend Steven to anyone interested in self-improvement and healing, gaining insight into themselves and living their life harmoniously. read more

Steven melts the stress away, As a massage therapist I am always looking for a local therapist that has magic hands.I highly recommend Steven. read more

My sessions with Steven have been absolutely amazing. He is professional, kind, centered, present and truly creates a warm and accepting environment for your healing process. In working with him, I have been able to unlock energy blockages and emotional stress stored in my tissues and have since seen some truly amazing things start to shift in my life. Working with Steven was the catalyst to some wonderful personal healing and transformation in my life that has made me feel more accepting of myself, more present in my body and has allowed me to connect more deeply in my relationships. I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to work with such an amazing person and I could not recommend him any higher! read more

I suggest going to Steven if, and only if, you are really ready to release clogged up energy. Our bodies are amazing maps -- everything in it and out of it tells what has happened to us. I'm conscious of what I had been wanting to work on, and not telling him everything directly, Steven was able to tune into the root of several of these areas thru his effective listening and intuitive skills. Coming from a holistic background, it's wonderful to be able to work with someone who "get's it" -- and all of a sudden, healing became a team effort. As healers, we need to release old energy too, and that's surely what I did. I was reminded of my posture, reminded of old stories and memories, and throughout the whole process, I allowed myself to release it all. I was able to notice how much I was still reflecting old programs. I'm a big fan of Steven and the ease in letting my energy be free!! Thank you Steven for the opportunity to let it go, leave it behind, and let it flooow!! read more

Steven creates a safe and supportive healing environment. He is gentle and confidently guides you through a session. I am very happy I went to him for healing work.! read more

Grateful, hopeful, radiant, healed, and excited. These words describe my utter gratitude to Steven and his work. A higher power lead me to him and I'm so thankful I took the leap of faith to work together. After 23 years of different therapies & treatments, he was able to access the core of my ailments to align my body, mind, and soul. If you're ready for a transformation, look no further! Steven's insightfulness, accuracy, and demeanor made me instantly at ease and helped guide me towards a total body healing. Thank you Steven! read more

I am firmly of the belief that no one can heal us other than ourselves. However, no matter how good we may believe we are at identifying our own inner issues, it is simply not possible to see into one's own blind spots. This is where Steven comes in. Unknown to me, I had been carrying stuff from a long time ago; unresolved emotional issues which I had not even thought about for decades. As Steven worked on me, through his guidance and expertise, it became increasingly clear that the discomfort I was feeling within my body was as a result of these unresolved issues. By bringing my awareness to this I could quietly go into those places and clear the blocks which had been contributing to my feeling "stuck" in this place. I did not need to confront others in resolving these issues; I simply needed to let go of the patterns that had become entrenched within my body and psyche. Thank you Steven for being this gentle, yet persistent guide in assisting me become free of that which no longer served me. I am enjoying the resulting freedom, and my body also appreciates it! read more

My experience with Steven has been life changing, and I don't say this lightly. I felt as though I was living in a dense fog emotionally and intellectually. Typically one who "knows who I am", I had an underlying frustration in wanting clarity around my career and intimacy and well, the direction of my life in general really. It was difficult to articulate this in order to seek help for it didn't seem to have one direct cause, simply life wearing me down and my body going into default numbing mode. Being very experienced with body work, I had a sense about what Steven did, but not really. Just an intuition to work with him... The results have been nothing but miraculous for me. I never really understood how much pain and trauma we keep stored in our body. I feel as though I have new eyes again - clarity re-defined. The fog has lifted. I made a major career decision that feels as close and natural to me as my skin and I've 'let go' of some major issues I had around intimacy. Just this alone, god, I can't say it enough... life-changing. I am able to look objectively and lovingly at my life and accept every part of it while optimistically moving towards some huge dreams. All my relationships have shifted into a deeper, more connected place. One of the strangest effects I've experienced during this process is the way my body processes food. There's no other way to say this other than my body absorbs the nutrients of my food better. My energy levels have increased dramatically and - believe it or not - my hair and nails have been growing like crazy, strong and shiny. I thought brittle, peeling nails was just a way of life for me, they had been that way my *whole* life. I want to re-iterate that nothing in my diet or lifestyle changed directly... my body just started thriving like crazy! Be reminded: this is serious stuff. You will experience major break throughs and your life will change. It is not easy in the moment. You will become a more succinct version of yourself, which ultimately brings deep, satisfying peace. read more

The amazing thing about the Vibrational Healing Therapy I received from Steven was that it felt like my body was communicating with him. And Steven being an artist, could intuitively tune in and flow with what my body was saying needed release and healing. It was an experience like none other where in one session we had tapped into some deep seated pain, grief, anger and irritation. Steven was wonderful in his gentle touch and encouragement to stay with these emotions bubbling to the surface until they had felt fully acknowledged and naturally released. I felt like Steven was using all this senses to see what I needed. He did not just rush into it, he observed the posture, the structure, made small corrections to see how that improved energy flow in the body. He maintained a holistic approach and kept his focus on the connection between the physical, mental, emotional and energetic bodies. Apart from the amazing peace and lightness that came after the session, after days I am still noticing the heightened awareness I have about my body, the tensions I hold, my breath, how my body responds when I feel certain emotions. I would highly recommend a session with Steven. It was one of the best gifts I gave myself. read more

I have tried different kinds of massages since I have been dealing with chronic pain for years. Steven has helped me deal with my pain in a positive way. He has taught me to look within and go to the source of the pain. With his touch, he has helped me release bottled up emotions that I was not even aware of. Now, anytime, I feel pain, instead of thinking "I have pain", I think, "there is room to release". I do not think of Steven as a massage therapist. I think of him as a healer. I'm very glad to have found him. read more

As a professional bodyworker, who has received various bodywork modalities and life coaching sessions throughout the years, I highly recommend Steven as a bodyworker and life coach. Several days ago, we addressed my right hip, which for the past 10 months, I have experienced as mildly to severely painful with limited range of motion. As a bodyworker, hula and belly dancer, who practices qigong and yoga, I move my body mindfully everyday, and I rely on the functionality of my hips. I have been receiving acupuncture, tui na, herbs, supplementation, and spiritual counsel specifically for my hip, with excellent breakthroughs. Yet, still having experienced my hip as pained, I was seeking another modality for healing, and trusted in Steven simply via his presence. We met at a NVC training several months ago, and I respected his genuine nature and integrity. After my first session, I experienced about a 75% improvement. And now, three days later, i still feel the remarkable relief. Steven's combination of intentional bodywork and life coaching is powerfully transforming. He has sound knowledge of the body, mind and spirit, from various classical, traditional and modern paradigms. He practices deep listening and compassionate speech, lending a ripe environment for authentic communication. He is truly a natural healer. I am honored to know him, and blessed to have received his gifts of touch and talk. I highly recommend him. read more

I am so lucky to have found Steven! He is an incredible healer. He is very attentive, hearing, seeing, sensing and even knowing what and where your body needs healing. It is amazing what he has addressed that no other healer has even come close. First, there was a blockage in my throat chakra. What this does is create a block in my speaking and writing, or my communication. As he worked on me, it is amazing, but my words and thoughts started to come out so much easier. I even suddenly had a number of calls for presentations!!! Secondly, my feet and toes apparently were not getting enough energy. This means that I was not grounded, and had been a possible source for my knee and ankle issues. He taught me to stand correctly, and even to get the five fingered shoes so I can practice a new way to connect to the earth. You have no idea how powerful this is to your soul. Thirdly, my vision could be stronger. He showed me and taught me techniques to improve my vision so I may one day rid myself of glasses. So much has changed in my life and I have only had 4 sessions! read more

Steven is an amazing healer. His intuitive approach to uncovering the layers of emotions, trauma, resistance and pain in the body is unlike anything I've ever experienced. Steven created such a safe space for me to release these layers I'd be holding in my body for so many years. I am so grateful for his gentle coaching and his compassion as he heals body, mind and spirit. With Steven, you know that you are in the presence of someone who has been through his own healing path, and has found his purpose. Thank you, Steven! read more

Steven is a wonderfully skilled practitioner. Coming from his own personal healing journey, he brings a lot of wisdom and depth! He effectively assists you to dive right in and make those long awaited changes with ease. Being a wellness practitioner myself for 10+ years. I find it a challenge to meet others with the level of skill and refinement I require. Steven is one of them! read more

There are a lot of self-proclaimed healers, especially in the Bay Area. Steven is one of the few that is truly and genuinely gifted with holistic healing powers that border on the wizardly and nearly unbelievable. I am an open minded skeptic and went into my time with Steven with an expectation of another marginal benefit, yet from the first five minutes of the free session to my now third paid session, every second with Steven has been pure healing. I have had fifteen years of difficult and painful illnesses and emotional struggles; I've been to doctors and healers and yogis and medicine men and nothing has had the impact that just a few sessions with Steven has had. This is truly holistic healing. Even during the hardest moments of the healing (and it can get rough) I have an overwhelming feeling of desire to push forward through the hard times to get to the goal of health and happiness. I hardly ever write reviews and I never rave about anything, yet I find myself telling every friend and every person who will listen about how amazing Steven is. You should go see Steven if you have any emotional or physical trauma, seriously. Amazing. read more

Steven's work is amazing! He approaches each session with an immense amount of presence. He is also very good at getting you to release your stuck emotions and energy...i.e. if you cry easily, bring a box of tissues when you go to see him! He is skilled at deftly finding the points that are the most sensitive and bringing your attention to them. Often times this type of bodywork can be quite uncomfortable, but if you are looking for real transformation and a whole new body awareness, you have come to the right healer. (You can also choose to not go so deeply). I feel like my body learns new information from his intuitive touch. His coaching skills are well matched to the body work - he offers much more than just massage. Through my sessions with Steven, I have become aware of some energy blocks within my own body. It is comforting to know that I have a friend and a coach to help me through them, to witness my processing without judgment. He has researched many different healing modalities and incorporates a wealth of information gained in this lifetime, AND he draws on lifetimes of knowledge from past experiences; offering a profound multi-dimensional wisdom. He is dedicated to his work and is truly committed to finding a healthy approach to every avenue of life. I am incredibly grateful to have received sessions from him. read more