Brussels-based practice: Holistic bodywork & complementary care
Brussels-based practice: Holistic bodywork & complementary care
My path to becoming a practitioner in energetic bodywork was no coincidence, but a conscious integration of different worlds. My foundation as a Business Engineer and my years as a management consultant in Global Healthcare form the analytical basis of my practice. It allows me to approach holistic well-being with a clear, professional lens.
In my practice in Ixelles (Brussels), I apply my diverse background and years of experience to guide people in energetic bodywork.
I completed a four years professional training as advanced shiatsu practitioner, certified by O-KI Shiatsu School Brussels in partnership with Kajudo. Both schools are recognised by the Belgian and European Shiatsu Federation. The shiatsu training programme consists of three cycles, comprising a minimum of 450 teaching hours (including 50 hours of internship), 150 documented practical sessions and reflection reports, and 60 hours of basic medical training in anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
Here are some of the shiatsu styles covered during classes (each with their corresponding founder):
Zenshiatsu – meridian extensions and body exercises (Shizuto Masunaga)
Wellmother shiatsu – body-oriented support around pregnancy (Suzanne Yates)
Shintai – structural and fascia techniques (Saul Goodman)
Jigen Ryu – techniques based on Japanese martial arts (Kojun Harada)
Sotai – neuromuscular harmonisation through exercises in natural movement (Keizo Hashimoto)
Emoshiatsu & Decoding – Japanese acupressure in the context of emotion management (Bart Dierick)
Shiatsu & Voice liberation – exploration work using the authentic voice (Bart Dierick)
The modules on macrobiotics (nutrition according to George Ohsawa) and foot reflexology (according to William Fitzgerald, among others) completed my training.
Trainings
Specialization Extraordinary Meridians: Advanced workshop by Chris McAlister (Brussels) focused on integrating the eight Extraordinary Meridians into shiatsu practice
Anma Chair Shiatsu: Certified training at the O-KI Shiatsu School (Brussels)
Reiki (Level 1 & 2): Energy work in the Usui tradition, completed at the Oost West Centrum (Ghent)
Macrobiotic Cooking & Yoga: Followed at De Natuurlijke Kookschool (Antwerp)
Classes
Goshindo: Budo Center (Tirlemont)
Karate: Centre National de Karate (Anderlecht)
Macrobiotic Cooking: Classes at Den Teepot (Brussels) with Japanese chef Junko Akagawa, graduate of the prestigious Tokyo School of Macrobiotics
Volunteer Work
Shiatsu for Seniors: Volunteer shiatsu practitioner at the residential care center Les Orangeries (Auderghem)
Do-In Yoga Instructor: Guiding cancer patients within the integrative care program of La Maison Re-source (Chirec Delta, Auderghem)
Kitchen Assistant: At the macrobiotic restaurant Den Teepot (Brussels)
Training in basic medical knowledge of palpatory anatomy, physiology and pathology (Kajudo)
Intensive mindfulness training for 8 weeks (ITAM)
TRE® basic module tension, stress and trauma release training (DialoogPlus)
Classical singing, professional qualification level 3 (GO! music academy Anderlecht)
Salsa
Classes and training courses at home and abroad, including Havana
Latin style dancer with demo team Desmet-Camby (led by choreographer Arend Vandevelde)
Salsa dancer with demo team Studio NY Salsa Brussels (led by Oscar and Conny)
Salsa co-teacher at home and abroad, for beginners and advanced dancers
Tango
Lessons with Eugenia Ramírez Miori (Nosotros Tango, Brussels)
Internships with DNI Tango (Buenos Aires), with Marisa van Andel & Oliver Koch (La Tangeria, Brussels), and with Di Sarli Mariano & Cosima (Puro Tango, the Netherlands)
Co-teacher tango for beginners (Buenos Aires)
My professional expertise is inextricably linked to my personal growth. For those who feel called to explore more about the deeper background of my journey: