Soma Treatment Session with Aric

 
Client: publisher.

What you were concerned about when you came in?
As a result of major foot surgery I was most concerned about how I would get back to my former level of mobility.  I have long term issues with the same leg and foot that are related to a 30 year old major injury so there was much work I wanted to do around scar tissue and mechanics.

Why you chose to try SOMA bodywork?
There are so many modalities and many of them are too lightweight for me.  SOMA sounded like the kind of deep tissue structural integration kind of bodywork I was looking for.  I had much experience with rolfing so I had an inkling of what I was looking for.

What were your goals for the session or sessions?
The goal is mobility.  My biggest challenge is getting back on and staying on my feet.
The other goal is to head off future disabilities.

What actually happened during the session?
What has happened in every session is that each session I’ve left with greater movement and a feeling of space in areas of my body that are typically hard as wood … locked down.  I have greater movement within my frame.  It seems to propel my healing process as well.

Was there a "body reading" or evaluation that was helpful?
Yes, the initial evaluation was enlightening and each time we meet there is a discussion beforehand as to what my goals are this session and where I feel work is needed.

Was there instruction, training, or homework that was helpful?
Yes, each time Aric sends me home with something to think about … some tip or advice about movement or a certain exercise/practice that carries me to the next session.  

What does the bodywork feel like to receive?
The receiving is multi-faceted.  Mostly it feels really good to me because I like deep, intense pressure.  It can be challenging because there are painful places that need to be released.  Aric is very good about guiding me through those times with breath and movement reminders.

What results are you living with now that were created with the session or sessions? 
The result is that I am receiving relief from the pain and stress …  and I have far more hope that I will be way ahead of the curve in terms of where someone with my degree of injury might be without Soma.


How do these benefits relate to your "everyday" living?
My quality of life is enhanced on a far greater scale than I can describe.  The benefits are both tangible and intangible.  I know my attitude towards everything is improving since beginning my sessions with Aric.

and finally...
Was there a product I was sold that was helpful?
Vitamineral Green … amazing stuff!
What is it like to work with Aric and do you have suggestions for any improvements? 
It’s a joy for me working with Aric.  It was comfortable from the first.  I have a lot of experience with this modality of body work and so I felt I understood him and spoke his language a bit.  I think receiving a link to his website and the time he spent with me on the phone initially really helped that along.

What might have been helpful that was not provided?
nada