My story (the short version)
I'm Avi. After 15 years of daily contemplative practice I began to realize that there were certain aspects of my life that I couldn't effectively address through yoga and meditation.
I began to explore psychology and somatics. Through my own work in somatic therapy I realized that our bodies are in constant conversation with our minds. When we learn how to reengage in that conversation we gain access to vital information and resources. We also learn how to address the the frequent (or constant) alarms that our body uses to try to get our attention when we have forgotten how to listen; stress, tension, anxiety, digestive issues, compulsive habits etc.
I also realized, somewhat begrudgingly, that it can be helpful to have people assist us in our process of self exploration. I eventually found Hakomi, a mindfulness based modality of 'assisted self-study' rooted in a set of foundational principles. These principals inform the way I work and include non-forcing, respect for our innate capacity to grow and an awareness of the connection between the body and the mind.
This offering, to sit with others in a non-judgmental and attuned space, is the latest chapter of this journey.
The invitation is simple, come as you are and let's find out together what wants to emerge.
Relevant experience
- BA Anthropology and History — Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
- Yoga Teacher Training — Bhakti Yoga Shala, Santa Monica, CA
- Eckhart Tolle Retreat for Helping Professionals — Asilomar, CA
- Hakomi-informed Somatic Coaching — Embodywise, Remote
- Moving Freely in Your Body — Taro Iwamoto, Remote — Currently in progress