ONLINE & IN-PERSON SOMATICS AND EASTERN TRADITIONS
Natural Pain Relief & Somatic Therapy in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands
WHERE SOMATICS AND EASTERN TRADITIONS MEET.
If you’re ready to find lasting relief from pain, reduce stress, or reconnect with your body, you’re in the right place. I’m Patrice Hardy, a certified somatic movement practitioner in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands. Through gentle, mindful movement therapy and traditional Eastern healing practices, I help clients release muscle tension, improve posture naturally, and reconnect body and mind.
Welcome to Your Path to Freedom from Pain, Stress, and Tension
Discover Somatic Therapy Services for a Healthier You
Somatic Movement Therapy
Find the service which fits your needs. Each offering is made to support your unique journey.
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My somatic movement sessions are designed to release deep-rooted muscle tension and restore natural movement patterns. We’ll use gentle, mindful movements to retrain your body, addressing chronic pain and stiffness at its source.
Available both online and in person.
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Restore a relaxed, youthful expression with somatic face release, a natural therapy that relieves stress in your face, neck, and body. This non-invasive approach helps ease tension and offers an alternative to treatments focused on ageing concerns. To complement your session, you'll receive a beautiful bouquet of flowers, adding a touch of nature’s rejuvenation to your experience.
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This service integrates Eastern traditions such as Acupuncture, Moxa, and Cupping to promote natural healing and pain relief. Ideal for injury recovery, stress reduction, and restoring energy flow, Eastern Somatics compliments your body’s innate ability to heal.
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Join a somatic movement workshop to deepen your practice. Our workshops focus on relieving pain, restoring ease of movement, and improving posture naturally—ideal for those looking for an alternative to traditional physiotherapy.
Available between Auckland and Kerikeri - minimum booking of 8 required.
Based in Kerikeri, Bay of Islands. Appointments available in-person and online
HI, I’M PATRICE HARDY.
About Patrice Hardy, Somatic Movement Practitioner
With years of experience in somatic therapy and Eastern healing traditions, I’m dedicated to helping you reconnect with your body and find natural, lasting relief. My holistic approach, inspired by the work of Thomas Hanna, is tailored to your needs, whether you seek pain relief, stress reduction, or greater physical freedom.
Why Choose Somatic Therapy?
WITH SOMATIC THERAPY, YOU CAN:
Release chronic muscle tension across your face, neck, and body.
Improve posture and flexibility naturally.
Relieve stress and unwind from daily pressures.
Alleviate chronic back, shoulder, and neck pain without harsh treatments.
DAHLIAS IN THE BAY OF ISLANDS
Fresh, Locally Grown Flowers for Your Home or Event
In addition to therapy, I offer seasonal, locally grown Dahlias and fresh-cut flowers for special occasions, available in the Kerikeri area. These blooms are carefully grown and harvested, bringing beauty and a touch of nature to any space.
UPCOMING
SOMATIC WORKSHOPS IN AUCKLAND, KERIKERI + ONLINE
Take part in a somatic movement workshop to learn foundational techniques for stress relief, body awareness, and muscle relaxation. Each workshop covers key skills like body scans, breathing exercises, and gentle, targeted movement sequences designed to ease tension and improve your body’s natural alignment. Please allow 6 hours for this Workshop.
Workshops can be customised to your needs. Contact me for any requests.
Available between Auckland and Kerikeri - minimum booking of 8 required for in-person workshops.
Common Questions
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Somatics, based on the Thomas Hanna tradition, is a movement re-education method focusing on building internal awareness of the body’s sensations and natural movements. This holistic approach helps you reconnect with your body, easing muscle tension and supporting fluid, pain-free movement. Somatic movement therapy is a powerful tool for improving posture, releasing chronic stiffness, and fostering a lasting mind-body connection.
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Our Eastern Traditions treatments include Acupuncture, Moxa, Cupping, and Gua Sha—ancient practices customized to your unique health needs. These natural therapies promote healing by addressing muscle tension, circulation, and energy balance, offering a gentle alternative to conventional pain relief methods.
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These services are ideal for anyone experiencing chronic pain, stress, muscle tension, or those aiming to improve posture and movement. They also support individuals preparing for or recovering from surgery, those navigating pregnancy and postpartum recovery, and athletes seeking injury prevention and enhanced performance. Somatic therapy offers a natural alternative to botox and fillers, helping you age gracefully through holistic methods.
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Somatic sessions are available both in person and online, accommodating individual needs through one-on-one sessions or group workshops. These adaptable practices can be done on the floor, table, or chair, with written and audio guidance provided to support your practice at home.
Our Somatic Face Release and Eastern Traditions therapies are exclusively available in person to maximize the therapeutic benefits of these hands-on methods.