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Movement Without Force
Somatic Therapy and Movement Education in Ra’anana
I am Ekaterina Zilbershteyn, a psychologist, somatic practitioner and movement educator.
I work with people who experience chronic tension, pain, stress, fatigue, restricted movement, or simply feel that their body has become less comfortable and less free over time.
My approach combines somatic movement, body awareness, gentle hands-on work, breathing and nervous system regulation.
The goal is not to force the body to change, but to help it rediscover more efficient, comfortable and adaptable ways of moving.
Many people believe that improving the body requires stretching harder, exercising more or pushing through discomfort.
Somatic practice takes a different approach. We often work with small, slow and comfortable movements.
Why?
Because when movement becomes slower and easier, the nervous system can notice details that are usually hidden by effort. You begin to sense where movement starts, where unnecessary tension appears, how one part of the body influences another, and what can become easier.
The aim is not to perform a movement perfectly. The aim is to expand your options.
Individual sessions are tailored to your specific needs.
People often come to me with:
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back, neck or shoulder pain
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chronic muscular tension
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limited mobility or stiffness
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recovery after illness, injury or periods of physical weakness
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stress, anxiety and nervous system overload
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fatigue and difficulty relaxing
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changes in posture or movement
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a desire to understand their body better and move more freely
A session may include gentle movement, guided awareness, breathing and hands-on somatic work.
There is no standard protocol.
Each session develops according to your body, your pace and what you need on that particular day.
Stress and traumatic experiences can leave a lasting imprint on the body.
Sometimes this appears as chronic tension, shallow breathing, fatigue, hypervigilance, difficulty relaxing or a feeling of being disconnected from the body.
My work is trauma-informed and respects the nervous system’s need for safety, choice and gradual change.
We do not force movement, push through pain or try to “fix” the body.
Instead, we create conditions in which the body can begin to feel more supported and organized.
The body doesn't need to become perfect. It needs to become alive.
Somatic work is based on a simple idea: the body and the nervous system are not separate.
Pain, posture, breathing, stress, movement habits and emotional state influence one another.
Instead of focusing only on the area that hurts, we look at the whole pattern.
For example, neck pain may be connected with the way the head, spine, pelvis and feet organize movement. Lower-back tension may be related to breathing, hip mobility or the way the body responds to stress.
Through slow, comfortable movement and attentive exploration, the nervous system receives new information and begins to discover different options.
Over time, this may help you move with less effort, reduce unnecessary muscular tension and feel more confident in your body.
Somatic work is not about becoming more flexible, stronger or “better” according to an external standard. It is about becoming more aware of yourself. Learning to notice tension earlier.
Understanding what your body needs.
Finding ways to move with less effort.
Feeling more stable, more adaptable and more connected to yourself.
These changes usually happen gradually But once the nervous system learns a more comfortable way of organizing movement, that learning can become part of everyday life.
The body doesn't need to become perfect. It needs to become alive.
About Me
I am Ekaterina Zilbershteyn, a psychologist, somatic practitioner and founder of MySomatica.
For more than ten years, I have been exploring how movement, breathing and body awareness can support physical and emotional wellbeing.
My professional background includes:
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PhD in Psychology
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Certified Hanna Somatics Educator
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Feldenkrais Method practitioner in the Riverrant tradition
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Assistant Trainer at The Ingle Institute of Somatic Movement Education
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invited expert in the integral leadership and personal development program Evolution
My work brings together psychology, somatic education, nervous system regulation and movement.
I believe that the body does not need to be corrected or controlled.
It needs attention, time and the opportunity to learn.
Ready to explore a different way of working with your body?
If you are dealing with pain, tension, stress or restricted movement, you are welcome to contact me.
Together we can explore what your body is doing now — and what other possibilities may become available.
Book your first introductory session for free.
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My contacts
You can always reach me via WhatsApp at +972-53-5007499. I speak Russian, English, and Hebrew.
24 Ha-Yovel St, Ra’anana, Israel
3rd floor
You can also message me through the chat on the website (bottom right corner), and I will make sure to respond.
Duration: 3:24 minutes
In this short audio, I explain what somatics is, how mindful movement supports body awareness, posture, coordination and nervous system regulation, and why slow, comfortable, attentive practice can create lasting change.
You’ll also hear the key principles of somatic work:
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moving slowly,
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staying aware,
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remaining within your comfort zone,
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being curious,
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and allowing the body time to learn and reorganize.
A useful introduction for anyone who wants to understand how somatic practice can help reduce tension, support recovery, improve movement and build a more trusting relationship with the body.