An Esalen® Massage Approach to Trauma

(21 CE)

Today, huge advancements have been made in the field of trauma awareness and how to effectively work with physical symptoms caused by trauma.  Robin brings 28 years of experience as a bodyworker, yoga instructor, and dancer to this work.

Trauma symptoms can present in a variety of ways, such as pain, illness, collapsed posture, extreme sensitivity, along with a host of other potential symptoms.  These symptoms can keep our clients from experiencing the full benefits of massage, and affect the quality of their lives.  When we learn to hold a compassionate space for these clients, we can support them in their healing process, and offer them practical tools for increasing their ability to receive touch and learning to physically relax, thereby decreasing many of their symptoms.  

The Esalen massage practice, with it’s long slow flowing strokes, pauses, and high quality presence, lends itself well to working with clients who are experiencing symptoms from trauma.  Through lecture, demonstration, and practice you will learn to identify the causes and symptoms of trauma and address these symptoms through giving an effective Esalen Massage.  You will learn specific Esalen massage techniques and mindfulness practices to be able to hold a healing space for your clients, and have the capacity to stay grounded, centered and compassionate so they can then enjoy the benefits of massage.

This workshop is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork for 21 continuing education hours.

Tuition: $450 Early Bird/ $475 Regular
*Early Bird rates end one month before course start date

Your Instructor

Robin Fann-Costanzo has been working at the Esalen Institute and internationally since 1992 as an Esalen massage staff member, instructor, and registered yoga teacher.   In addition to Esalen massage, Robin brings a lifetime of experienced as a trained dancer and has extensive training in craniosacral therapy, somatoemotional release, gestalt therapy, life coaching, and dance therapy.

Her love for learning and teaching led her to collaborate in the development of Esalen teacher’s training program.  Robin is featured in the Esalen massage DVD.  She has developed  continuing education programs taught at Esalen and offers classes in Asheville, NC where she currently resides with her husband and daughters. 

In 2012 at the World Massage Festival, Robin was honored for her years of dedication in the field of massage and bodywork, by being inducted into the World Massage Hall of Fame!