Testimonials
Working with Joanna is the magic blend of practical, reality-grounded wellness coaching, PLUS awareness and space-holding for the deep emotional processes that come along our (or at least my!) journey of being a human with a body.
In one session with Joanna she helped give a simple reality check on my anxiety-induced concerns about whether or not I should try out a new eating plan (a strong and accurate assessment she made based on my history of relating to food) — and just a few minutes later was able to help me move through a fear response my body was holding around starting a new exercise plan based on fear of repeating an old injury.
Joanna is very empathetic as well as being skilled and aware in the ways of the body — both from her training and from her own experience being a person who has recovered from injuries. She is really able to hold the complexity of what it means to be a person trying to be well in these wild times of humanity — what a gift!
~TL, Labor organizer & psychotherapist trainee
I first met Joanna during a bodywork session when she helped me relieve my neck/back pain. I decided to continue to work with her through health and wellness coaching because I thought I needed support with nutrition.
Over time, we explored a number of different topics including a holistic assessment, somatic practices, and internal family systems. My favorite part was crafting my wellness vision statement!
I felt supported and guided throughout the whole experience. Above all else, it felt like she held space for anything that wanted to come to the surface. I highly recommend working with Joanna if you are looking for a guide to help you kickstart your wellness journey.
~MV, Product manager
Joanna is a great massage therapist.
I had back pain and assumed it was random muscle spasms. She encouraged me to consider the possibility that my discs were bulging--based on my list of other symptoms--and we talked about the mechanics of that and she gave me suggestions for different ways of moving. She did the Hendrickson Method of massage and manual therapy which is more nuanced and suited to what was happening with my body. She took time to talk to me (and educate me about my body) so we could figure out the most effective treatment. I believe this treatment was more effective than straightforward massage would have been. The next day I definitely felt a difference. My pain has diminished since my treatment with her. I really appreciate her willingness to introduce this new method to me.
~DS, Artist
I have a new back!
I came to Joanna with neck pain and headaches and all the back and shoulder aches of being a new mom. She was incredibly kind and down to earth and the Hendrickson method was super comfortable and easy to understand.
Not only was it a relaxing experience, but I felt that I was relearning how to use my muscles and she released YEARS of tension and poor posture. I went to yoga class the next day and it felt as though I had a whole new body! Even my partner commented on my new great posture - I didn't realise my shoulders even could move this much! I can't stop wiggling! and all my pain is gone. Thank you!!
~LT, Theater producer