Ilan Lev Method™ with Sarah Stanley

movement-based somatic therapy

Sarah Stanley is a certified Ilan Lev Method™ (ILM) practitioner based in Stockholm, offering somatic, movement-based sessions that help your body move with greater ease, release tension, and calm the nervous system. Her work combines gentle hands-on techniques with guided movement and mindful attention, supporting your body’s natural ability to reorganize, recover, and heal.

With a background as a professional dance artist and movement educator, Sarah brings a precise, sensitive, and body-aware approach to every session. She works with people experiencing pain, stress, or injury, as well as anyone seeking a deeper connection to their body and movement.

Each session is personalized, collaborative, and rooted in the belief that the body knows how to restore balance when given the right support.

What is the Ilan Lev Method™?

The Ilan Lev Method™ (ILM) is a somatic, movement-based approach that supports your body’s natural ability to heal, reorganize, and move with ease. ILM sessions combine gentle hands-on work with guided movement, attention, and awareness, helping release tension, improve posture and alignment, and regulate the nervous system.

Unlike traditional therapy, ILM focuses on how your body moves and organizes itself, addressing patterns that contribute to pain, stress, or discomfort. Each session is tailored to your needs, making it suitable for anyone, whether you are recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or simply seeking a deeper connection to your body.

Who Can Benefit

ILM sessions are ideal for:

• Reducing pain and tension (neck, back, shoulders, hips, etc.)

• Supporting injury recovery and rehabilitation

• Regulating stress and calming the nervous system

• Improving posture, mobility, and overall movement efficiency

• Deepening awareness of your body and enhancing your relationship with movement

No prior experience in movement or therapy is required, ILM meets you where you are.

Postpartum Support

Sarah has had beautiful experiences supporting women in the months after giving birth. Many clients describe sessions as deeply restorative; a rare space where they can feel held, cared for, and reconnect with their bodies after the intense early months of motherhood. Some have experienced emotional release, grief, or reflection on the profound changes that motherhood brings, allowing themselves to feel nurtured and seen.

Burnout & Emotional Overload

Sarah also works with people navigating burnout and emotional overwhelm. Many clients are working professionals who feel disconnected from their bodies or burdened by constant mental and emotional demands. Through gentle, non-demanding touch, movement, and play, clients often discover greater spaciousness in their bodies and minds, improved capacity for self-regulation, and a renewed sense of ease in their relationships and daily lives.

How a Session Works

Each one-on-one session is tailored to your unique needs. A typical session may include:

1. Intake & Conversation – Discussing your goals, history, and areas of tension or concern

2. Guided Hands-On Work & Movement – Gentle touch, assisted movement, and mindful exploration of patterns

3. Integration & Reflection – Allowing your body to absorb changes, and sharing insights for continued ease

Sessions are available in 60 to 75 minutes, depending on your needs.

What to Expect / Benefits

After ILM sessions, clients often experience:

• Reduced tension and pain

• Greater mobility and flexibility

• Improved posture and alignment

• Enhanced body awareness and movement confidence

• Nervous system regulation and stress relief

Every session is a step toward greater ease, comfort, and embodied well-being.

FAQs

Do I need to be flexible or athletic?
No. ILM works with your body exactly as it is. Sessions are tailored to your abilities and needs.

Is it suitable for chronic pain?
Yes. ILM supports pain relief and can complement other medical or therapeutic treatments.

Do I need to bring anything?
Just wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Mats, props, and other equipment are provided.

How many sessions will I need?
This varies depending on your goals. Some clients notice changes after one session, while others benefit from a series of sessions for deeper, longer-lasting results.