WOMEN BE CAREFUL I am writing this to share my own experience with Douglas…read more Many many years ago I was sent to Douglas because the ENT practice couldn't resolve an issue with my ear. Perhaps 'Biofeedback ' could resolve it. Part of his process was to lie me on a table and Douglas literally says "I have to check your gag reflexes". I felt creeper out and got out as fast as I could. So many years later I still feel this frightening violation. I decided to see if I could figure out who it was. I checked Yelp The first practitioner I looked at was Douglas. There was the 1 star review by someone else whose experience was highly disturbing. Like me, so many women stay silent about being violated out of fear and shame.

Douglas meets all of my expectations. Testimonials from his clients say it all. He cares. He knows…read more He delivers with support and encouragement. I'm seeing him again today! Can't wait!

I am very grateful to have recently had a session of Hakomi with Sam…read more I found his clarity and experience immediately allowed me to feel safe while being in direct contact with core feelings and patterns. Within 20 minutes I was shining an internal flashlight within my soul and patterns. Seriously. I have integrated alot with one session with Sam. I highly recommend Sam for anyone seeking more clarity of ther stuck energy and how to better connect with themselves, heal and connect with the greater whole.

I was invited to join a group Samuel led which was very powerful, transformative and a deep…read moreexperience. I would suggest this for anyone looking for depth and meaningful connection.

On top of my chronic issues, I slipped down the stairs and strained my upper back last Monday. I…read moregot through my work week with Advil and limited neck mobility. By Friday it was much worse and I desperately looked for a place on short notice for Saturday. I found Davide through a Google search and neuromuscular massage felt in line with what I needed. I've never enjoyed the typical relaxation massages because my body would still feel tense and painful after. There was a consultation and then the massage. Part of the massage was a little painful but in the best way. He intuitively found the areas of tension and released it with precisely placed pressure. I felt better immediately after the session and now 2 days later, I feel better than pre-injury. Davide is highly skilled and I'm so glad I finally found his practice.

I found Davide on Yelp and my life has truly changed. I came in frustrated, sick of pain and angry…read morewith my body. I suffer from chronic headaches and a neck injury (bulging C4-C6). I've tried nearly everything but trigger point therapy and body work. I was resolved to living my life in pain. Chiropractor, acupuncture, steroids, botox, injections...nothing helped like Davide has. It was immediate relief. Trigger point massage is intense but the results are worth it! He allows you to be in control with your comfort and needs. After a handful of sessions I have minimal neck pain and 95% LESS HEAD ACHES!! He is the most kind, gentle soul with amazing energy. As a woman I haven't felt comfortable with a male masseuse but that is not an issue with Davide. It's actually the opposite-he's helped me heal issues and related trauma. It's not only physical relief but also mental and spiritual. He helped me get through IVF by giving me relief and a safe space to just FEEL. A space to reset my nervous system. A space to cry and connect. A space for hope and love I have not felt for my body in years. I call him my angel because that's what he is.

Carlos is hands down the best bodyworker I've ever been to. I've been several times now for a 90…read moreminute fascia massage to begin unwinding decades of pain buildup in various parts of my body. He is excellent! He's a gentle soul, very friendly and comfortable to be around, and a skilled masseuse. In addition to his many years of experience he is intuitive and seems to know exactly what area to work on and in what order. Carlos has worked on my entire body, head to toe and I am making progress on reducing hip, lower back and shoulder pain. I'll be continuing with him and highly recommend him to anyone in pain or on a healing path. Thank you!

Hidden gem! I stumbled upon Carlos when I was visiting in the area and will now drive from SF to go…read moresee him! Best of the best!! His intuition and knowledge of the body, somatics, energy, and how fascia and muscles are interconnected is unparalleled! He fixed up my persistent neck and back pain by working on my ankle and legs. I didn't realize an ankle and knee injury I had was throwing off the rest of my body alignment. I didn't even need to tell him where I was feeling pain and he directly went to each spot with precision. When I walked out of the clinic after a 2-hour session (I asked for more time), I felt instant relief everywhere. 100% recommend!

Jeremy is a fantastic therapist and I wouldn't want to go to anyone else! He is kind, gentle, and…read morecreates a safe and welcoming environment in his office. He took the time to get to understand my situation and never rushed me to process beyond what I was ready for. After just a couple sessions with him I was already feeling calmer and more secure in myself during everyday activities. I have received wonderful amounts of healing from my past trauma and I definitely recommend him to anyone looking for similar help.

What a kind and supportive person…read more Lisa helped me uncover some really heavy things inside myself that I had been holding for some time. Not only did I release emotionally and energetically, but I felt my body release blocks and tension as well. She provided me resources and made sure to check in with me the next day to continue assisting me on this path of healing. So grateful, and a little overwhelmed honestly by how deep it went. I'm still holding it all and will work with the resources given and probably come back for another session. As someone easily prone to anxiety, I couldn't believe how warm and gentle the space felt. I felt like I could clearly and calmly speak without tension or fear. Thank you Lisa! I'll definitely be coming back. Aloha

Lisa is amazing! My First impression I felt safe and I…read morecould be an open book to her and her spirit is so welcoming and loving . My second session with her and I feel like a weight lifted off my shoulder . finding clarity and light she's the best person for this I look forward to seeing her more in my future sessions!

Two years ago I had crippling (literally, I couldn't walk...) pain in my left leg for 7 months…read more(technically "lateral cutaneous nerve irritation", ) until, quite by chance, at the Far West Furniture and Tea Company Christmas open house I discovered Bruno Rowell offering free chair massages. As soon as he started to work on me I could feel that he might be able to help me. (BrunoRowell@gmail.com) 707-291-7333. He has an intuitive approach, is very knowledgeable about anatomy, and has a rather unusual presence, which might contribute to his good cure rate. Who knows why ???? He's just good. His office is upstairs in the newish mustard yellow building on Hwy 116 near Hwy 12 with Community Bank on the ground floor. Two Chiropractors, One Sports Medicine practitioner, one massage therapist and one medical doctor had failed to cure me prior to my fortuitous discovery of Bruno. He successfully knocked out the 7 months of pain in 2 bodywork sessions. I have continued to see him, first for prevention, and now just for fun. I have sent many friends and some of my yoga students to him (Friends drive up from SF!!! hard to believe....) and they have mostly been as amazed as I am. Bruno charges $80 for a 1 hour appointment (which is a generous hour...) and $120 for 90 minutes. I recommend him for a good massage, - but most importantly I recommend him if you have pain. I have been a student and practitioner of holistic psychology for three decades so have been fortunate to have been 'treated' by some really talented and lovely bodywork practitioners. Bruno is unusual. We are lucky to have him in Sebastopol.

I always joke that Bruno fixes my life when I go to see him, but it's really not far from the…read moretruth. Like many other reviewers have said, he is intuitive in his work, but that "intuitive feel" is backed by thousands of hours of study on his part. He didn't just get his massage certification and quit there, he is a constant student of the human body. Through my years of seeing him I have talked with him about his study in many different styles of massage, energy work, chiropractic, sports medicine, and more. Bruno has helped me maneuver through all manner of things, bike crashes, running injuries, a terrible car accident, child birth (x2), stress, sadness, happiness, huge life changes, well... life! He starts by taking a look at your alignment, then more or less straightens your bones out on the table before he starts work on your soft tissue - it makes a big difference because it helps the soft tissue release much better when your body is in basic alignment. He is more than generous with his time and I hate getting massages anywhere else because they are never as good as his, and I always feel like I should just save my money to get a massage from him when I get home!

I had sessions with Ben for over 2 years, and even though we no longer are in session, I have…read morecontinued to work on myself and have been striving to make changes in my life. Ben provided me with the tools to figure it out on my own teaching me perseverance was my middle name with resiliency in my rear view. I have been learning to show myself care, and learning to cut myself some slack. I have been learning to let life unfold and not play the puppet master so much. I have taken myself out on countless solo dates and adventures getting to know the goddess of my heart. The tools Ben taught me, gave me permission to explore myself experiencing life on human terms. He helped me take a deeper look at myself, and see why I seemed to care so deeply about the judgment of others. He helped me let that go, and I continue to let my ego go as often as I become aware. He showed me how to heal. I think of our sessions often and think to myself, "what would Ben say, or have me do to let the energy be there, and process it." He showed me how to work on my shadow allowing all she is, to just be. Ben has helped teach me to live life on life's terms. I used to think I'm in control of my surroundings where somehow expectations always seemed to disappoint. He guided me to find solace in my breath, to allow my emotions to be present without judgment, and gave me permission to follow my bliss where I can find inner peace. I will forever appreciate his help and guidance while his energy has stuck with me all this time in continuing to do the work. I feel as though once we turn the pages in our lives, we rarely find the time or energy to express our appreciation to those who made a difference, and this is me flexing my vulnerability as Ben made a huge impact on my life. Thank you. Thank you from my whole heart. Thank you for choosing this line of work; it truly is transformational!

I am a psychotherapist, and Ben is my therapist. He is an…read moreamazing healer who has helped me to restore myself emotionally after the ravages of ending a 24 year marriage with a manipulative, toxic narcissist. With Ben's support I am rediscovering my healthy sense of peace and connection to myself and others. Start the journey to creating a better life for yourself by giving Ben a call...