Pain-free living — client story

I came to the Alexander Technique over a decade ago because I was frustrated that I kept losing my voice.  My Alexander Technique teacher worked with me to fix the problem then asked, “Why are you protecting your pelvis?” 

I had never mentioned my old injury or that I still struggled with pain and weakness in that area. I swear Alexander Technique teachers have a sixth sense!  Once my voice returned, we worked on my post-injury issues and through the application of Alexander Technique, I managed to achieve a pain-free life. 

I continued with regular lessons (pain-free living – I was hooked!) and went on to have two more children.  Alexander Technique lessons helped me to manage the pelvic instability and lack of mobility associated with late pregnancy.  They also played an important role in helping me recover well from caesarean sections.  However, I still struggled with being able to raise my arms above my shoulders without causing physical distress.  My regular teacher suggested I book in with Cathy for a Zoom lesson or two.

Zoom lessons were much more effective than I expected and allowed me to learn from someone geographically far away.  I noticed benefit from my first lesson so booked a series of lessons so I could build on and consolidate what Cathy was teaching me. Cathy taught me many new techniques for loosening up my back, shoulders and neck. 

Cathy is an excellent listener who remembers what you say then personalizes her teaching based on what you’ve told her.  She is non-judgemental with an encouraging and gentle approach.  Cathy has provided me with practical strategies that can be implemented immediately whilst supporting me to explore my own body and own solutions.

I have felt (and seen) excellent results from implementing Cathy’s advice and suggestions.  I can now hang out washing easily, reach into high cupboards and wash and blow-dry my hair without effort – all activities I struggled with before meeting Cathy.  As a direct result of Cathy’s teaching, I now have a much greater understanding of what flares up my body and how to quickly and effectively settle it back down again.