Its not everyday that one has the opportunity to study and learn from a true pioneer; not an instructor, or a teacher but a genuine original thinker. I was fortunate enough to study with one for three full days- and in Vancouver! No travel necessary! The title of the workshop, “Basic Neurocellular Patterns (BNP) From a Body Systems Perspective” eluded me but I signed up because I have been advised over the past ten years to study with Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen. She is a true innovator, an artist, and a successful human being. She is alive on deep levels and inspires and teaches how to find that life force that exists (usually) dormant in every one of us.
The workshop was mysterious and wonderous in its content and its delivery though when I try to explain what exactly it was about all I can say is that it is about breath, about awareness, about sensing, feeling and being.
I spent a lot of the weekend wriggling on the floor like an embryo. My doubting mind snickered at me, my rationalizing voice screamed “WTF?”, and a deeper inner voice said nothing as I allowed my body to accept what I was doing with it- taking it to a place before judgement and familiarity entered my world.
Near the end of the workshop, Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen said that she “does not know anything”. Her not knowing taught me a lot. I’m not even sure -a day after the workshop concluded- what exactly I did learn. But I know I have a keener felt sense of myself, other people and the space in which I am moving.
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Testimonial
“Every time I have had a session with Jessica Silver I felt like new person, taller, stronger, younger by 20 years…like a snake coming out from old skin! As a Cirque du Soleil performer with a lot physical demands on my body, Rolfing gives me huge benefits! I strongly recommend anyone to have it..”
Max F.performing artist
Jessica has skilled hands and a keen eye. She works deeply and effectively bringing new life to the tissues of the body.
Talia V.Radiologist
What I liked best about Jessica was her touch. She engaged with a true eye and a true heart, much like an archer drawing back her bow and releasing to the target. I felt her work was clear, focused, and skillful. I would recommend her work to anyone interested in this important healing art.
Gerry C., Polarity PractitionerCraniosacral Therapist
An avid tennis player, I am able to stretch more effectively since working with Jessica, which helps me feel more comfortable in my body no matter what activity I’m doing. Her warm manner and knowing hands helped unlock years of stress and I credit her work for helping me be freer and easier in my body.
Emily S.Project manager
For years I had chronic back pain that I thought was a result of working at a computer. After the 10 series with Jessica, I learned that pain is not something I have to live with. Her work not only resolved my back pain but lengthened my toes, helping me to feel more comfortable walking and moving in general.
Emily S.Project manager
I have tried many types of body work (physio, massage, shiatsu, chiropractic), and I have found Structural Integration to be the most effective. After 10 sessions, the effect had such a profound impact that after four years, I continue to come once a month, every month, as part of my commitment to maintaining the health of my spine. I find Jessica to be deeply committed to her work. The way she works reveals an immense care and concern that has made it easy to develop complete trust and to let g… Read more
Farah N.Yoga Instructor