Somatosynthesis

From his book "Where Healing Waters Meet" he describes what somatosynthesis is and how it was created.

The name somatosynthesis is derived from two words: somato, the conjunctive form of soma which means body and synthesis, defined as the integration of separate elements into a unified whole.

The focus of Somatosynthesis is totally on the body of the client. Touch is one way to access the body but also using words to get people into their bodies to feel what is going on can in itself be healing without touch.

Trauma and injuries create feelings that are often left in the body long after the problem. Releasing only the muscle spasms in the body without the underlying emotions often necessary to relieve the pain totally.

Our lives are a constant process of bonding and separation from conception to death. Learning how to bond and separate is a constant challenge. Our first experiences of bonding and attachment happen at birth and the framework for the rest of our lives is created in the first 3-6 years of life.

When we touch clients we also are touched. You cannot touch without being touched yourself. This often bring up many of your own issues and challenges. Touch is our first language.

Contrary to what is learned in massage school, massage therapists do not need to know the details or specifics of the issues. Addressing the body and focusing totally on the body can help clients get in touch with deeper aspects of themselves that often are creating physical issues.