Somatic spiritual guidance is a synthesis of research-based somatic practices designed to fully integrate the body into spiritual growth and discernment. Those who practice somatic spiritual guidance report a clearer sense of direction and an awakened understanding of their bodies. "I had the pleasure of experiencing one of Rachel's somatic spiritual guidance sessions. She led me to a deep sense of body awareness and acceptance that put my mind and ease and allowed me to connect with what my body had to say. I don't think I realized how disconnected I was from my own body, my own self, until I was in my session with her. Rachel has such a gift for helping her clients relax and let go of self-criticism. I left the session feeling much more in touch with my body and what it wanted to express to me." -Sarah R. What are the benefits of meeting with a somatic spiritual guide? At the end of every session almost every recipient says: "I feel. So. Relaxed." However, feeling relaxed is just icing on the cake. Sometimes the somatic spiritual guidance session can serve as a fact-finding mission to see what you truly believe or want—and not just what you think you should believe or want. Here are more potential outcomes of meeting with a somatic spiritual guide: ​Clarity in decision-making Increased comfortability in your own body ​Improved understanding of your behaviors and feelings ​Pain relief ​Increased sexual wellbeing ​Loss of toxic beliefs ​Deepening of connection to the sacred ​ How does it work? I (Rachel) will gently guide you through a series of prompts to center yourself comfortably in your body. I will then facilitate an open, safe dialogue between your mind and body. Depending on what has brought you to the session, you will either start with the cognitive (mental) and flow to the somatic (bodily), or vise-versa. Questions frequently addressed by Mind → Body sessions include but are not limited to: What do I truly believe? What toxic beliefs do I unintentionally hold? What is my next step in life? How do I make an important decision? Where is the sacred? ​Matters frequently addressed by Body → Mind sessions include but are not limited to: ​Stress Anxiety Body Image Aches​/​Pains Fatigue Feelings of Disconnection from Body ​/​ Dissociation I invite you to deeply and lovingly listen to your body and to navigate the mystery of your physical and spiritual makeup. **********USER TESTIMONIALS ********** "I found a home within my own body again, and I'm walking taller than I ever have." -K. R. "Somatic spiritual guidance impacted me a lot. I'm not a very intuitive person when it comes to what my body needs, and I'm in my head more often than not. This session helped me bridge that gap and do what my body felt like it needed to do and not have any reservations about it." -R. Brennan "I have a tendency as part of who I am to get very wrapped up in my brain. Having someone who could help me discern my career path through not only what's going on in my head but also through my emotions and body was really beneficial for me." -Brian W.