Who am I?

Vasi Alvanos

Qualifications 

• Diploma of Somatic Psychotherapy – Specialising in Psychodynamics and Biodynamic Massage

• Advanced Diploma in Somatic Psychotherapy - Under the tutelage of Dr Tony Richardson and Dr Julie Henderson

Background and Experience

Vasi has studied with some extraordinary teachers over the years, notably Robyn Speyer, (Australias most qualified Biodynamic Bodyworker), Dr Julie Henderson (PhD) and Dr Tony Richardson (Somaticist and Psychiatrist.)

She draws on multiple disciplines in her work including Somatic Psychotherapy, Ortho-Bionomy, I Ching, Storytelling, Tibetan Buddhism, Yoga, Sustainability, Coaching, and Health through Whole Foods.

"I have been blessed with many hearty, intelligent and embodied teachers over the past twenty years, spending many hours on retreats deepening my felt experience of being-ness. 

I believe that we are here in life to train our hearts to be stable and present… and courageous enough to open into honest relationship.

In order to do that (in the kindest way!) we need a community of friendly folk to hang out with. That can take us deeper than we were willing to go on our own and continues to remind me how precious and valuable group work is.

My hope is that personal growth is understood as an essential part of moving towards a kinder, healthier world. By growing up the parts of us that have been keeping us stuck in patterns that limit our aliveness and spontaneity, we mature into adult functioning. I have seen clients change and flourish in this way for my entire professional career."

Professional Associations

Clinical Member - Australian Somatic Psychotherapy Association
Clinical Member - Psychotherapists and Counsellors Federation of Australia