TOUCHPOINTS: Where physical and emotional health merge. Where my focus is all you.
Dr. Joanna R Fassl (hereforth referred to in the first person) offers hybrid sessions integrating Chiropractic Care with Active Release Technique, Craniosacral Therapy, Nutritional Therapy and Master Pilates work. My love is in the journey, not the quick fix. I therefore wish to draw those interested in investing time and heart into their change, into their healing. This is a hybrid session but in no way whatsoever is wish washy. I can promise you that.
The philosophy: The body functions as a whole, to pretend otherwise is to miss out on the body's full capability to heal. There is always an answer. It just takes locating the best question to ask to find the path of most ease in the bodymind. Sometimes this takes a single session. Sometimes it takes 10-20. Always it takes an open mind, an open body and communication. I am here for you if and when you are ready. What drives me is driving you. Nothing feels better and is more rewarding than transformation.
The science: Everybody responds differently to therapy and exercises. The science is in finding what needs support and then using skills (whether they be exercises, passive therapy or nutritional therapy) and persistence to support the body's need. I call on passive, active and nutritional means and your commitment to set the body in full motion.
The art: The art is in the creativity of the mind- exploring new ways of movement in the body. Every patient, every client is a blank canvas. I work with everyone as if I am working for the first time- with open ears, eyes, hands and heart. It is sometimes very challenging to work in this way. Sometimes I crave one solid formula that will work for everyone. Life is too dynamic for that and so I bring you my love for art, commitment and transformation to my time with you.
WHO ARE YOU?
You are me when I decided to create this business. I was pining for a practitioner who would understand my body and work with it, intimately and professionally. I wanted someone who would "get me" on many levels, be able to address my body and my mind with a keen eye and a compassionate heart. Someone who might see my tendency towards "pushing too hard" physically and teach me to move from a place of softness. Someone who wouldn't force an exercise or stretch on my body that I was obviously resisting. Someone who didn't cookie cutter my session by doing exactly the same protocol on me as the patient or client before me. Someone who would truly customize the session. Someone who could see where I needed more flexibility and be consistent and skilled in seeing my goals through to the end. Someone who might pay attention to systemic tendencies and know what to recommend for me nutritionally. Someone who wasn't afraid to be honest with me, all with compassion and no attachment. Someone who opened their arms to the most difficult of cases.
Furthermore, you are someone who truly is ready to change and transform and is willing to trust that an Active Release Certified Chiropractor with 15 years as a Pilates Instructor, 300+ hours studying biochemistry and nutrition, and a background as a professional dancer & aerialist not only has the skills and educational knowledge to work with you, but also has the heart & experience to empathize and provide you with the best care she can give.
With healing love and courage,
Joanna R Fassl, DC, ART, Master Pilates Instructor, Craniosacral and Nutritional Therapist