Bodywork for Palestine

Gentle Bodywork for Pain Relief & Nervous System Regulation

1 Hour Sessions: $0-$30 sliding scale as a donation to the Sumud School in Gaza

Get sliding scale bodywork by donating to Palestine organizations:

I am offering bodywork sessions for $0-$30 (sliding scale, with all proceeds going to the Sumud School in Gaza) for local activists, organizers, and anyone for whom regular bodywork is not accessible, who also wants to support fundraisers for Palestine.

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You might enjoy Ortho-Bionomy and Matrix Repatterning if…

  • You have chronic or acute joint or muscle pain that has not been resolved with other modalities and approaches

  • You are someone who wants pain relief without feeling pain

  • You resonate with the idea that the body is able to self correct and heal with a little bit of support

  • Your body, mind, and nervous system could benefit from deep relaxation

About Ortho-Bionomy and Matrix Repatterning

60 minute sessions,$120 (discounts available for fragrance-free clients)

Sessions with me combine Ortho-Bionomy, of which I am an associate member in practitioner training, and Matrix Repatterning, which I am currently studying.

Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle bodywork technique that promotes healing and balance using light touch and guided movements, and by finding positions of comfort and ease to help the proprioceptive nervous system release tension and restore alignment.

Matrix Repatterning gently releases deep, hidden tension from old injuries by restoring balance to your body's interconnected framework. It addresses the cellular expansion of bones and tissues, harnessing piezoelectric energy to resolve the altered electrical patterns that perpetuate pain and restriction.

Sessions are done with clothes on.

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  • Orthobionomy uses gentle holds and positions to put the body in positions of comfort and ease, to help the body remember how to relax and release restrictions.

    The practitioner will often ask the client questions to determine the most comfortable position to do the release in such as “Which position is more comfortable? Position A? Or position B?”

    The practitioner will often use light compression or traction which cues the body’s proprioceptive nervous system into what’s happening. Each hold generally takes between 10-60 seconds to produce results. The practitioner will also often ask the client to move the area that was being worked on around after the release to integrate and assess the effect of the release.

    Matrix Repatterning Sessions:

    “Assessment involves a detailed examination of bone size and shape, ranges-of-motion, joint stability, tissue tone, nerve function, and other objective tests. A bio-electric scan, using a breakthrough magnetic device (MatrixMag™ Scanner), is also performed to detect the electrical changes caused by injury, and confirm the precise location of Primary Restrictions. Your practitioner can demonstrate potential improvement, even before treatment begins, and recommend a treatment plan to resolve your condition.

    Treatment involves gentle manual therapy combined with bio-electric stimulation provided by the MatrixMag™ Scanner. Each area may be treated in a variety of directions and a series of sessions may be necessary to release the entire pattern and restore optimal structural balance. Although treatment is gentle and painless, some people may experience temporary, mild-to-moderate symptoms following treatment, as the body adapts to the profound changes.”

    Sessions are given fully clothed.

  • Most people find both Ortho-Bionomy and Matrix Repatterning deeply, uniquely, and interestingly relaxing. Ortho-bionomy works with the nervous system and puts the body in positions of comfort that it is almost never held in.

    It is often so relaxing that people become sleepy and don’t want to get up from the table.

    People often feel a decrease in pain and an increase of lightness, mobility, and looseness.

    Many clients also describe receiving Matrix Repatterning as profoundly calming and report feeling a noticeable release of tension, increased mental clarity, and better sleep following their session. While the work is subtle, it's common to feel a significant sense of lightness, improved mobility, and greater connection to your body afterward. Occasionally, as your body integrates the deep changes, you might experience a temporary, mild "ghost" of an old symptom, but this typically fades as your body repatterns.

  • More about Ortho-Bionomy:

    The Society of Ortho-Bionomy’s website

    Ortho-Bionomy in Asheville’s FAQ page

    Video demonstrations of Ortho-Bionomy classes: tinyurl.com/orthobionomy

    More About Matrix Repatterning:

    Matrix Repatterning website

    Science of Matrix Repatterning

FAQ

  • Ortho-Bionomy sessions are given with the client fully clothed, so please wear clothing that is comfortable and easy to move in.

    If you are able to finish eating at least 30-60 minutes before your session starts, that would be ideal so that your body is not exerting energy digesting during the session, but no big deal if that timing doesn’t work out! Stay hydrated and bring a water bottle if you can.

    Because Ortho-Bionomy works with the nervous system, it is beneficial if you can keep from engaging in physically or mentally strenuous activity after your session for the rest of the day, at least as much as possible.

    In order to keep the space accessible to those with chemical sensitivities, please do not wear perfume, cologne, or any strongly artificially or chemically scented products (essential oil fragrances are fine) to the session. Thank you!

  • Address: 409 Main Street, Amherst, MA (The red wooden barn), Room 114 (on the first floor)

    Parking: Plenty of free parking in a parking lot once you turn into the building.

    Public Transportation: PVTA Bus 30 stops at Gray Street, a few minutes walk from the building. The Building is a ~12 minute walk from the town common in downtown Amherst.

    Accessibility: There are a couple stairs to get to the front door, or a ramp with a mild incline. Bathrooms are fully accessible, on your left after you enter. There is a common waiting area to the right, upon entering.

  • These sessions are $0-$30 sliding scale in the form of donations to the Sumud School in Gaza.

    You can either:

    • Directly Venmo Valley Families for Palestine (@ValleyFamiliesforPalestine) - they will forward your donation to the Sumud School

    • Bring cash that I will forward to Valley Families for Palestine

    Valley Families for Palestine distributes the funds to other Palestine organizations. They are currently sending funds to the Sumud School in Gaza.

    I do not accept tips.

    If the sliding scale donation for the session is prohibitive, the sessions can be done at no cost.

  • Cancelation or Rescheduling: 24 hours notice is requested for cancelling or rescheduling.

    You may cancel or reschedule through the link you will receive when you book.

    If you need to cancel or reschedule with less than 24 hours notice, please text me at 413.362.0829.

  • Here is more information about the Sumud School in Gaza.

    Sumud School GoFundMe

    Sumud School Instagram page

    Friends of Sumud School on Instagram

    To pay for the $0-$30 practice sessions, from which all funds will be passed along to The Sumud School in Gaza you can either:

    • Venmo Valley Families for Palestine (@ValleyFamiliesforPalestine) - they will forward the donation to the Sumud School for you

    • Bring cash that I will forward to Valley Families for Palestine

  • You can sign up for as many as you like!

  • To ensure a safe and effective session for everyone, my studio space is 100% fragrance-free. 

    This means that you are arriving to the session with no chemical fragrances on your body or clothes.

    Fragranced products include: deodorants, laundry detergents and products, shampoos, conditioners, other hair products, lotions, perfumes, colognes, insect repellents, aftershave, sunscreen, and makeup. Basically, any product you put on your body—or that comes into contact with your clothes—needs to be fragrance-free.

    A quick rule of thumb: If a product isn't labeled "fragrance-free," it almost certainly contains "fragrance" or "parfum” and is not safe to use.

    Please read the two options for your session and use the checklist on the Fragrance-Free page to help you assess how to arrive fragrance-free!

  • I am happy to wear an N-95 mask during our sessions (you may indicate this preference in the session sign-up form.) I do not require all clients to mask during sessions. I do ask that clients not come in if they are sick or if they have known exposures.

    The studio has an air filter and a screened window which can be opened for air circulation.

    About my exposure level:

    I do not regularly mask in public spaces anymore. I have been vaccinated and have had several rounds of boosters. If I am showing the slightest signs of getting sick in any way or have had potential exposures I will contact you to see if you would like to keep or reschedule the session.

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About Ya-ping


I graduated from The Massage School in 2018 and before starting my own practice worked at Elements Hot Tub and Spa as a massage therapist. I am an Associate member of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International (SOBI) in Practitioner Training, am currently studying Matrix Repatterning, and have studied craniosacral therapy with Upledger Institute International.

As someone who has never enjoyed the “no pain, no gain” approach to massage, I was instantly drawn to Ortho-Bionomy and Matrix Repatterning for their emphases on the body's own ability to self correct and heal gently and painlessly. In addition to providing some of the quickest and most effective pain relief I’ve experienced, these modalities have regularly helped me access a level of relaxation unlike anything I’d experienced before.

Outside of sessions with clients, I am part of the FTP (For the People) Healing Collective of Western Mass. We would love to connect with others interested in bridging bodywork and organizing for police and prison abolition, anti-imperialism, and a free Palestine . Please reach out to the FTP Healing Collective if:

  • You’re part of a local group whose members could benefit from free bodywork.

  • You’re a fellow bodyworker or healing practitioner interested in collaborating to support local organizing efforts.

When I’m not practicing bodywork or participating in local organizing, I can likely be found either hanging out with my dog, Mochi, in the woods, rock climbing at the climbing gym, or clowning.

Contact

Email: BodyworkWithYaPing@gmail.com
Phone/Text: 413.362.0829

Address:

409 Main St., Room 114
Amherst, MA 01002

Hours:

Mondays 9am - 7pm

Tuesdays 9am - 7pm

Wednesdays 9am - 7pm

Thursdays 9am - 7pm

Fridays 9am - 7pm