WOMEN'S RETREATS | AERIAL HAMMOCK | PRIVATE CLASSES | SOMATIC | HEALING
SOMATIC HEALING
Somatic means ‘of relating to the body’ and somatic healing, (sometimes known as somatic therapy or body psychotherapy) is a therapeutic approach that places importance on what we experience in the mind and the body as well as the connection between the two, helping to restore the body back to a state or balance, equilibrium or homeostasis.
We will work together in a private 1-1 setting with a focus on the mind-body connection supporting growth, healing trauma, and finding ease in the body, mind, and the nervous system, where each session will be informed by you and your intentions, meeting you where you are on your healing journey.
Using a range of somatic healing modalities we will move through your body, mind and feelings allowing you to safely return home to yourself....
ABOUT ME
Hi, I’m Jessica Ashby...
A qualified teacher, master trainer, and sacred space holder with over 15 years of experience in teaching, facilitating, and guiding women through deep, holistic healing.
My passion is people, and how we heal through connection to ourselves, our bodies, and each other.
As someone who spent much of my childhood and teenage years hiding my feelings and living with overwhelming anxiety, I now feel grateful to say that through a lifetime of learning, personal experience, and somatic practice, I’ve found a path to greater calmness, confidence, connection, and compassion. One day at a time.
Raised in a spiritual family, I was introduced to meditation and cultural traditions from a young age. I also spent my formative years training as a figure skater, developing a strong sense of physical, emotional, and mental discipline, as well as a deep appreciation for expressive movement.
These experiences laid the foundation for what I offer today.
I’ve spent years studying and embodying a range of modalities including aerial and ground-based somatic healing, women’s circle facilitation, breathwork, Pilates, voice and sound activation, meditation, womb healing, consensual conscious touch, and creative expression.
I’ve been privileged to learn from masters in these fields, and I now blend these tools intuitively to support other women on their healing journeys.
I’m led by my heart and my deep inner calling to hold spaces where women can be unapologetically themselves, where they feel safe, supported, and seen. Whether we’re working one-on-one or in circle, my approach is always grounded, intuitive, and guided by the cycles and seasons of life.
My intention is to meet you exactly where you are and walk beside you as you reconnect to yourself and your body. I will hold space, offer tools, and honour your unique process, but the real transformation is yours to claim.
These private somatic healing sessions are a sacred space for just that: a return to your body, your truth, and your wholeness. One day at a time.
REASONS YOU MIGHT WANT TO BOOK PRIVATE SOMATIC HEALING SESSIONS WITH ME...
- You sometimes feel like a stranger in your own body
- You feel stuck in your life and find it hard to make decisions
- You may be experiencing depression/fear/anger/grief and/or anxiety
- You are managing physical and/or emotional pain
- You experience low energy and/or brain fog
- You sometimes have trouble sleeping
- You are transitioning through a new stage in your life
- Other forms of healing/therapy/treatment might not be working for you
- You are interested in seeing if this type of healing will support and enhance any other healing/therapy/treatment you might be experiencing.
- You want to feel more connected to yourself and to your body
- You are looking for some help and support
- You want to give yourself some focussed time
- You want to feel good within your body and mind
- You are open to a new way of looking after yourself
- You want to give yourself a chance to be at peace within yourself
- You want to respond differently to people, places and life events that are beyond your control
- You want to empower yourself and have a sense of purpose and direction
- You are open to change
- You want to learn accessible ways to continue this practice independently
- You are ready to start working with me weekly, fortnightly or at least monthly to begin your healing journey
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING PRIVATE SOMATIC HEALING SESSIONS...
Here’s what you might expect during our time together depending on your needs and intentions and what we feel will compliment you over time. Our sessions can include all, or some of these healing modalities...
- Breathwork
- Free movement
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Consensual hands on healing
- Lymphatic drainage self massage and tapping
- Rebounding
- Mindfulness
- Meditation
- Sound healing
- Drawing
- Journaling
- Verbally sharing
- Silent walks
- Aerial yoga
HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER...
I work privately with all ages and stages of women, preferably in your home, (depending on your location.) If for whatever reason your home set up is not suitable, we can discuss you coming to me in one of my studio spaces in the Barnet/Enfield areas of North London.
I occasionally work with couples, families, men, teenagers and children but this will be on a case by case basis.
How often will we work together?
We should aim to see each other weekly, fortnightly, or at least monthly, either ongoing or over an agreed period of time.
How long and how much will our sessions be?
Our first session, (including consultation) will last approx 75 mins and will cost £80.
Further sessions booked on a regular basis, (at least monthly) will be approx 1 hour and cost £70.
Home visits more than 5 miles away from EN4 will be charged £1 per extra mile round trip.
If you book 3 or more sessions upfront you will automatically receive 5% discount.
Bookings are paid for upfront and I offer payment plans if requested.
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You may also be interested in working with me privately in the aerial hammocks, click here for more info.
