Whole Healing Myofascial Release and Somatic Life Coaching

"I am so thankful I found Elena at Whole Healing. I can't say enough about how she has changed my over all well being. After I had a near death experience with sepsis over 6 years ago, I had limited mobility, strength and continuous muscle pain. Physicians ordered physical therapy etc. steroids, injections without any real relief. I also tried working out at the gym, chiropractic and homeopathic treatments with no improvement. After my first visit with Elena, I felt that finally I found someone who understood what I was feeling and going through and would help me. Elena has increased my mobility and flexibility and reduced my pain to where I rarely think about it. Her warm, caring ways and teaching have given me an new perspective on living well and peacefully. I can't recommend her highly enough! Thanks Elena!"

"Elena is a gifted and skilled MFR practitioner. I have been seeing her regularly for 9 months and my lower back pain has been significantly reduced. In fact, I recently experienced a breakthrough, which prompted me to leave this review. Elena was patient and worked hard to uncover the cause of the numerous physical symptoms I exhibited. Each appointment revealed some tensed up part of my body that I was completely unaware of. If you have chronic physical pain, I encourage you to make an initial appointment with her. Even if you are skeptical of alternative medicines, its worth it to find out if Elena's MFR techniques are a good fit for you. She will also enlist you as an active participant in your recovery, both physically and mentally. For myself, I wouldn't keep returning if it wasn't delivering noticeable, measurable improvements. In my case, one of the measurements I use is how many crunches I can do in the morning. It used to be 0!"

"I have lupus and a history of multiple abdominal surgeries. Joint and adhesion pain have been constants most of my life. While on vacation, as part of engaging in some much-needed self-care, I received a treatment from Elena. She began the session with education about MFR, fascia and a discussion about my concerns. Through our session, she provided not only competent and intuitive hands on body work, but also discussed how to effectively use a foam roller and ball for continued practice when I got home. My session with Elena inspired me to connect with a MFR practitioner in my home town, where I continued to progress in treating my pain. When COVID-19 surfaced, I was no longer able to see my local practitioner. Luckily, Elena is now providing virtual coaching sessions. I have been able to continue in my journey of healing despite the limitations created by COVID-19. I have learned new unwinding techniques and we have had further discussion in the use of the foam roller and ball. One of the things I appreciate most about my sessions with Elena is her passion for MFR and her commitment to education in the field of MFR. She is a wealth of information and applies her knowledge to create a personalized experience for her clients. A session with Elena leaves you feeling like you're not just another client, but someone whose concerns she has seriously considered and is invested in helping remedy."

"Elena is the best therapist I've ever had the pleasure of seeing. She takes a very methodical approach in the way she cares for her clients which creates an incredible atmosphere. Not only did I feel my best after a few sessions with Elena but even after moving away from the area she has given me the tools to take care of myself. Her office is always very comfortable and cozy and her manner is very sincere and professional. I can't recommend her healing hands enough!! If you've never tried myofacial release or if you've tried it before and it wasn't that great, I promise you won't be let down by Elena!"

"Michael Bender A good friend recommended that I seek treatment with Elena when I was visiting St. Petersburg in February 2018. As I couldn't walk from an old injury to my left foot, I was seeking warmer weather, pool rehab and healing energy. From the minute I met Elena, I sensed a deep connection and completely opened to her healing hands. I trusted her completely, although I'm relatively new to this kind of healing or even any kind of massage. Elena intuitively assessed and performed extensive full body work, and focused intensely on a large appendicitis scar as the center of several interrelated issues, since such scars are much larger on inside. While I'm still not able to walk, the deep tissue work has appeared to help with a long standing digestive issue and has set me firmly on the path of continuing myofascial healing. Although I only saw Elena 5 times over a span of 3 weeks, I feel like I have made a lifelong soul connection and look forward to her healing touch the next time I visit. In summary, Elena is a courageous and gentle soul with a gift for healing."

"I highly recommend Elena. I first went to her about 6 months after a major surgery and was amazed at how much better I felt afterward. You don't realize how much your body is protecting and compensating while you're healing, and just how much your entire body is effected in addition to the surgery site. All of those surrounding muscles do overtime and in my case, I was just getting used to being constantly uncomfortable and in some pain. Then, the day after my massage with Elena I woke up with ZERO pain or discomfort! That alone would be worth returning, but also Elena herself is wonderful to work with. So kind and compassionate, I always leave her feeling emotionally better as well as physically. :)"

"I met Elena at a myofascial release seminar. I have found her to be an excellent therapist from our interactions there and since. Between her innate intelligence, excellent communication skills, prior experience helping clients with pain and trauma via her myofascial release background and her intuition, Elena has excelled as a somatic life coach like a fish being dropped into a flowing river. And being a professional dancer and boxing coach myself, I also believe that Elena's experience with partner dance and martial arts has honed her abilities. As she facilitated for me, she made astute observations, asked pointed questions, and gave creative suggestions. Elena has planted seeds a number of times that have helped me access insights that I had not been able to gain on my own. Her coaching has had a very significant and positive impact on my life. I highly recommend her for MFR, somatic coaching, or any combination thereof."

"Ricardo Arcetti, engineer, Age 43 As a result of a surgery 18 years ago, I have been dealing with low back and hip pain for a while, to a point that the pain became normal. I have been treated monthly for couple of years with different types of bodywork, those treatments help me until certain degree, but after I started my first session with Elena, I have a total different experience with a lot of positive changes and I knew then that I was finally in the right direction for my whole body healing. Elena is amazing, and she understand the Whole Body, she focus in the body as a whole and not as a separate parts, and I think that is what made the main difference on her treatment. Additionally and very important, she guides you to learn about yourself and how you can be a part of your own healing process. It is not easy, but she will walk you thru in each session. I highly recommend Elena to anyone feeling hopeless from the physical pain or high stress levels. She is an expert in MFR and you will notice the difference after the first session. Thank you Elena !!"