Holistic Therapies

I am a certified and experienced practitioner in holistic therapies. Since 1997 I have studied internationally in Japan, Europe, Thailand and Australia with leading masters in different dojos, including close one-to-one study of healing techniques from blind teachers well-known in the community for their expertise and research.

My philosophy is that there is ‘health in movement’ and breath is at the core of my healing work. My specialities include the release of tension and pain management, range of movement studies, energetic harmonisation, joint articulation and massage.

People often have persisting body challenges and injuries, things which I want to help them overcome so they can continue to move freely throughout their lives.

My therapeutic skills include…

  • I have trained and studied with Monika in Italy, Netherlands and Japan, giving and receiving shiatsu treatment since 2007. Monika is a human being who cares deeply about the wellbeing of others in treatment and bodywork.

    She is an accomplished Meiso Shiatsu Practitioner with a capacity to ‘read‘ pain/discomfort/congestion in a patient‘s body and has a wide range of skills to use in treatment. Monika is a practitioner whom I seek out for personal treatment. Her skills in treatment include release of tension and pain management, range of movement studies, energetic harmonisation, joint articulation and massage. Monika’s extensive training in Okido Yoga and Meiso Shiatsu has supported her capacity to teach groups in aerial trapeze, circus skills and confidence-building movement which can change a person’s life. She exhibits a great sense of humour, connection with others, humility and knowledge when she leads a group. Monika’s work with youth and street kids in various countries of the world is inspiring and needed. Any way you can support her efforts is a positive contribution to humanity. Before I met Monika and the Movement Academy classes, I thought you could only fly in dreams and stories, ever since I first saw a performance with silks I’ve been fascinated by it and still am. I’ve learnt a lot, not only how to do tricks in the air, dance and act, but also express myself through movement, hard work and to explore myself. Overall being myself and not giving up (she often won’t even let us give up!). She is very inspiring. Monika is one of my heroes and always will be.
    Linda Rago
    Australian Meiso Shiatsu Practitioner

  • I have had the opportunity and privilege to work with Monika with her shiatsu informed bodywork. As a healer she has given me massages that are specific to my needs with her mind focused on my body with touch.

    And with her creative movement area where she has attended my workshops and has joined with Sunday sessions. It is inspiring to work with someone who has combined healing with creative performance work melding diverse disciplines and principles into a clear and focused art form.
    Katie Duck

  • Monika you have touched and moved the closed mind, the stiff organs, the heavy back and sad womb.
    Thank you!

    Vanja

  • Lieve Monika. Thanx a lot! It was really good, especially for my shoulder… didn’t have any pain anymore after the treatment! Feel looser and more flexible.

    Eline

6 Comments

  1. Over multiple years, I’ve had the privilege of treatment sessions with Monika whose mastery of the art is truly something special. Her own teacher — a master in his own right — clearly passed on something rare, because the depth and intuition in her touch is unlike anything I’ve experienced elsewhere. I was privilege enough to receive treatments from him directly with Monika also, and it was unforgettable.

    What keeps me coming back isn’t just the skill, though that’s remarkable. It’s the feeling of safety. I know I’m in good hands — genuinely good hands — every single time. No matter what I walk in carrying, stress, tension, exhaustion, I leave feeling like myself again. There’s a warmth and care there that goes beyond technique.

    After years of sessions, I can honestly say this is one of the few places I will always return to. Some things you just don’t let go of.

  2. WAUW
    I feel save, rested and relaxed.
    my whole energy shifted to love and energy.
    Monica you are 🥰

  3. If you are feeling mentally down, stressed or your body stiff, painful and inflexibel: you can call on Monika!

    She’ll create a little space where time doesn’t seem to flow and dedicates the session to get you back in tip top shape, feeling like royalty afterwards!

    My greatest appreciation towards her craft and I wholeheartedly recommend her services!

  4. It was amazing, i felt really relieved after the massage.
    Monika has a good eye for detail and now I know what to do to prevent it from hurting again.

  5. I have experienced care, grounding, and decluttering in Monika’s hands. The space is welcoming and comfortable. The treatments attune to breathing to create space in the bodymind, no forcing. In addition to pain relief, the treatments take me to an inner trip that helps to balance the thoughts, in-between wake and sleep. I enter peace through slowing down. It is also precious to be treated by an active movement practitioner who works with her full being and clearly deeply appreciates her roots and teachers. Thank you so much, Monika.

  6. I have had the greatest experience ever having massages and other body therapies with Monika.
    Her professionalism and knowledge are outstanding but that’s not the most important aspect.
    What goes beyond is the energy she emanates and transmits. You feel her loving healing making a total difference not only in your body but in your soul… Beautiful and outstanding…

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