Trager

In the Trager® approach, the body is gently and rhythmically moved, rocked and stretched in a way that facilitates the release of limiting, deep-seated psycho-somatic patterns that have developed over time. As the mind and body become more accustomed to feelings of freedom, gracefulness, peace and effortlessness, tension subsides and physiologic, postural, and behavioral changes occur. Tension blocks the free flow of the life force in the body. Patterns of tension are rooted in the unconscious mind as old, limiting self-images maintain and reinforce stress, rigidity and pain in the body and personality.

The Trager® approach is designed to access the entire mind/body continuum to bring about a lasting release of even long-standing dysfunctions. After tablework there is often some instruction in Mentastics®-playful, mindful movements that empower the client to maintain and enhance the sense of lightness, openness, and fluidity that were instilled by the table work. These self-help movements provide a powerful tool for deepening the Trager® experience of a functionally integrated body and mind.