Frequently Asked Questions


1. What is somatic coaching and embodiment?

Somatic coaching engages your whole intelligence—not just the mind, but the body too. By tuning into physical sensations like tightness or tension and combining awareness with movement, clients can release emotional blocks, calm the nervous system, and gain clarity around their goals

2. How can somatic coaching help me?

Somatic practices support:

  • Releasing emotional trauma and tension

  • Enhancing self-confidence and emotional intelligence

  • Improving intuition and body awareness

  • Navigating relationships, grief, career decisions, and more

3. What happens during a one-off 1x1 session?

A typical one-hour session includes:

  1. A relaxed check-in to discuss what’s on your mind

  2. A short guided "drop-in" to shift from thinking to sensing

  3. Body-centered practices: breath, movement, and sensation exploration

  4. Reflection and next steps to integrate insights into daily life

4. Do I need experience with mindfulness or coaching?

Not at all. Christina guides you through every step—from simple breath awareness to deeper embodiment—tailored to your needs and pace.

5. Who is Christina Shakelian?

Christina is a certified somatic & embodiment coach with over 15 years of corporate experience, including 10 years in management & coaching roles at Apple. She studied at the School of Embodied Arts and developed a powerful approach blending traditional coaching with somatic and embodiment techniques

6. Where and how are sessions held?

Sessions are held online for your convenience. Each session runs for approximately one hour and includes personalized somatic practices tailored to your goals.

7. What type of sessions are available?

Please refer to the Work with me page for different offerings available

8. How do I book a session?

Click here or visit the Contact page to start.

9. What does Christina specialise in?

Christina works with all members of the public for one-off somatic sessions, but specialises in helping professional women go from feeling stuck and unfilled to embodied and empowered in their careers and personal lives. Check out the Career Coaching page for more detail.