Somatic bodywork in Stockholm
For nervous system regulation, tension, pain and mobility.
This work is a gentle, hands-on and movement-based approach that supports the body in reorganising patterns of tension, stress, and compensation.
Sessions are fully clothed and adapted individually. The focus is not on “fixing” the body, but on helping it find more ease, coordination, and options.
What this work is
This is a gentle, hands-on and movement-based form of bodywork that supports the body in releasing holding patterns, regulating stress,and finding more ease in movement and coordination.
Sessions are fully clothed and individually adapted.
The focus is not to “fix” the body, but to help it reorganise through attention, touch, and movement.
This work may be supportive if you experience
chronic tension or pain
stress or overwhelm in daily life
difficulty relaxing or switching off
fatigue or burnout
breath restriction or internal pressure
feeling disconnected from your body
physically or emotionally demanding work
It is also often chosen by dancers, movers and people working with the body professionally.
What People often notice
more space in the body
reduced holding or bracing
easier breathing
improved sense of coordination
greater grounding and calm
subtle but noticeable shifts in how they move and feel
Each session is different and responds to what the body needs in the moment.
How a Session Works
Sessions take place fully clothed on a treatment table.
Through gentle touch and guided movement, we explore how the body organizes itself through support, pressure, and coordination.
The pace is slow, attentive, and responsive, allowing the nervous system time to adjust and reorganise.
1:1 Somatic Sessions
Initial 1:1 somatic session — 1200 SEK
A 60–75 minute individual somatic bodywork session in Stockholm.
Sessions are fully clothed and adapted to what your body needs in the moment, supporting nervous system regulation, tension, pain, and patterns of holding.
Email me about reduced rates available for artists, low income / unemployed.
Continuity Options
Some people choose to work in continuity over time, allowing the body to gradually build new patterns, deeper regulation, and integration.
These sessions are optional. Most people begin with a single session and decide from there whether to continue.
3 sessions (6 weeks) — 3,400 SEK
For short-term support and focused work.
6 sessions (3 months) — 6,400 SEK
For deeper integration and longer-term change in the body.
Note
If you are unsure whether this work is right for you, you are welcome to start with a single session and go from there.
Friskvård & Payment
Sessions are reimbursable through friskvårdsbidrag and bodywork allowances.
Epassi is accepted
About Sarah
I am a somatic practitioner and dancer based in Stockholm with qualifications as an Advanced Practitioner of Ilan Lev Method, Reiki Practitioner & 200hr RYT with over 15 years experience as a professional dancer (BFA in Contemporary Dance Performance).
My work is informed by years of movement practice and ongoing exploration of how the body learns, adapts, and reorganises through experience.
Reflections
“One of the best body treatments of all sorts I have ever received. Sarah was very intuitive and present when she was working with my body, and my body responded very well. I have done other treatments before, but with Sarah I loved the high focus on both body and energy flow. She is very skilled with amazing techniques.” - Farnaz, Stockholm
“Jag har varit på många kroppsbehandlingar men sällan eller aldrig upplevt något så djupgående och välgörande som Sarahs behandling. Hennes lyhördhet, hennes djupa kunskap om Ilan Lev-metoden och säkra handlag gör att jag alltid går därifrån med en känsla av att ha blivit transformerad. Piggare, vitalare, öppnare, mer grundad, avspänd. Ibland mer av det ena, ibland det andra. Dessutom har rent fysiska problem, som en värkande höft t ex, lindrats och t o m försvunnit. Som sångare och skådespelare är det värt att nämna att behandlingen har en mycket bra effekt på rösten. Kan varmt rekommendera Sarah Stanley och ILM till alla.” Rolf, Stockholm
“I felt more free, calm and powerful - gaining a better understanding of the role the body plays in both my physical and mental well being.” -Dya, Berlin
“Sarah opened avenues in my body and breath that have been locked for years. Full of joy, Sarah made space for my body to rediscover pathways to help expand and soften. ” - Kelly, New York
“A lot of laughter, care, wiggling, and release... I can very much recommend Sarah's treatment to anyone who wishes to access more sensitivity and availability. “- Samuli, Helsinki