In my practitioner experience with the 10 series of the Rolfing journey, I have witnessed many times how the well structured Manual Therapy treatments, the clients' process of embodiment and increased awareness has changed and benefited them personally.
Kelli came to my office seeking relief from 20 years of recurring neck and shoulder pain and plantar fasciitis.
She initially booked a few sessions and noticed benefits and improved range of motion after each treatment. During the sessions, I introduced her to the possibility of the 10 series Rolfing treatment as a different approach to bodywork and an educational movement system. By improving old fascial adhesions and restrictions, it helps to move better with more ease and less pain.
After two treatments, she decided to sign up for the full 10 series to start her journey of self-discovery and embodiment and learn how to sense her body to establish a better connection to the ground and gravity.
One particular aspect of the 10 series is that each session is not only focused on the area of discomfort but primarily on the territory designed by Ida Rolf.
Below I attached her full review
“Completing the 10 Series with Gianluca of Boulder Conscious Rolfing was such a valuable step for me in taking control of my health and well being! As Gianluca explained the 10 Series to me, I could see the intent of Rolfing, which is freedom for the body to move effortlessly, using inherent mechanisms. "Sign me up," I thought. "I can always use better movement!"
And as an LGBTQIA person, I wasn't entirely sure about how having a male massage therapist would be. I wanted to give him a chance upon hearing his credentials and dedication to Rolfing, and I found that Gianluca is an ally and friend of the highest caliber of the LGBTQIA community, and he helped me to feel safe and respected always as a client. He is warm, kind, and eminently professional.
First of all, after I had the appointments scheduled, I felt like I could relax and be more present in my daily life, especially since I knew I had the ten upcoming sessions to work on relaxation and how my body systems relate to each other. Gianluca explained the sessions both in the initial discussion, and also at the start of each session, so I knew what to expect, such as wearing or bringing shorts and a t-shirt. The sessions are an active collaboration between Rolfer and client, which is another way I can help take control over my own well being. Although I consider myself a person skilled at introspection (looking inward) naturally, I was astounded at how each active treatment session helped me to engage with my body systems in new ways. And the progressive and sequential nature of the sessions flow together to create something greater than its parts, somehow.
I have read a lot about the importance of pelvic floor health, and that was an especially helpful session for me. I was amazed at the professional and effective way Gianluca was able to help me visualize how the muscles and ligaments create this important region of the body, and the respectful way he was able to engage the work. As someone who probably holds trauma in her pelvis, I always felt in control and safe as we embarked on this collaborative work. Even though I have a lot of experience using yoga and other stretches to open the hips, this is especially valuable in relaxation work, being able to visualize and have more familiarity with the hip intrinsics and extrinsics.
Gianluca's skilled work also freed up places in my whole body where the fascia were impinged, allowing muscles and nerves to glide freely once again, which helps with that effortless movement that is the goal of Rolfing. I found a new ease in movement, such as collecting pond water for my Biology students to view under the microscope one morning! As someone who has practiced mindfulness for years, I feel that the 10 Series has helped me to even better appreciate these little moments, these ways of being conscious in our daily life. Such a gift.
Now that I'm done with the 10 Series, I reflect and think about how it has not only helped to improve my own relationship with my body--this mortal vessel--it has also helped me to connect more with those around me. I feel that, as a result of taking this journey with Gianluca as guide, that I am better able to connect with my child, my spouse--my students, my family, friends, and community! I feel that this work will continue to unfold into my future, and I am so grateful for having discovered this tool for wellness! Thank you, Gianluca! “
Thank you!!!!
Kelli
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