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 session?
A typical one-hour session includes:
A relaxed check-in to discuss what’s on your mind
A short guided "drop-in" to shift from thinking to sensing
Body-centered practices: breath, movement, and sensation exploration
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. What's the free taster session?
This 1:1 introductory online session gives you a firsthand experience of somatic coaching, answers your questions, and helps you decide if it's the right fit
6. Who is Christina Shakelian?
Christina is a trained somatic coach with over a decade 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
7. 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.
8. How much does somatic coaching cost?
Please refer to the Rates page for up-to-date pricing.
9. Who is somatic coaching ideal for?
It’s ideal for anyone feeling stuck, stressed, or disconnected—professionals, creatives, individuals processing grief or trauma, and those seeking deeper self-awareness and purpose.