Integrating Embodied Intelligence with Somatic Coaching

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166: Integrating Embodied Intelligence with Somatic Coaching

In this Episode

Rachel Blackman joins our host, Felicity Dwyer in an enlightening conversation to discuss somatic coaching. They explore how this approach can lead to a deeper sense of presence and a new understanding of the body’s intelligence. Rachel guides Felicity through two short somatic exercises to demonstrate the value of physical sensations and how to use the information provided in a coaching session. Discover the importance of agency, good contracting, and re-contracting in coaching – letting the client’s resonant sense guide the process.

You Will Learn

The power of embodied intelligence and integration in coaching
How to use movement, body language and metaphor as a tool
How somatic coaching offers new perspectives, insights and ways of being for clients

Guest Bios

Rachel Blackman is a Somatic Coach, Trainer, Mentor, Theatre Maker and Feldenkrais Practitioner. She trains coaches to work with embodied intelligence at The Somatic School. Her areas of specialism include creativity, embodied intelligence and supporting change in our clients at the level of neuroplasticity. She runs a private practice working 1:1 and teaches embodied intelligence more broadly via online courses. She is based in Brighton UK where she lives with her husband and stepson by the sea.