Functional Integration

Shelagh O'Neill 01736 365783

Feldenkrais Functional Integration sessions
are great for addressing what you need right now. People come with specifics like long-term back pain, knee problems, depression, scoliosis, the debilitation of long-term illness or the aftermath of trauma, and more.

Individual Functional Integration sessions

give invaluable personal feedback about a particular concern, stiffness or pain. The information leads to re-learning, taking you forward to the beneficial changes you want. They are also a treat – a way of rediscovering an easy sense of self.

They are hands-on sessions,
lasting about one hour. You will work fully clothed (it’s best to wear comfortable clothes).

A typical session

will involve some talking, some movement in sitting or standing, and being moved while lying on the couch. Sessions vary. The idea is to find a way for you to learn easily.

A one-off session

can be useful. Often a series of sessions – weekly – or even further apart – is better. A one-week ‘Turning Point’ with three or six lessons is a good way forward. These are based in Penzance, and are a great way of having a holiday with extra benefit.

Children benefit

usually in 30 minute sessions, with a few sessions a week, if possible. Children often learn readily, and can move on quickly.

Here is an inspiring video of a life-time's work my teacher Anat Baniel has done with Elizabeth:
Anat Baniel and Elizabeth
And more information about how this work is good for children with special needs: Feldenkrais for children