In many hours of self-exploration across various healing methods, it was my own body that helped me the most. I talked so much, understood so much, and gained so many insights, yet little truly changed — until I began to feel deeply, in a safe and supported space.
Through my own journey and my work with over 80 clients, I now know: the path to healing runs through the body. When we allow ourselves to be present with all our sensations, we can integrate old, painful experiences and come home to ourselves.
In my 1:1 sessions, workshops and retreats I support you on this journey — with my deep love for human beings & this work, my extensive knowledge from hundreds of training hours, my intuition, and perhaps my most important gift: the ability to truly feel you.
Together, we create a safe space for you to reconnect with yourself and feel at home within your body.
There is no path to the body.
The body is the path.
Ilan Stephani
Why SOMATIC?
Being able to accompany yourself with kindness and compassion through the highs and lows of your life – that is the heart of my work. Meeting yourself with gentleness is the foundation for feeling safe and free, and for shaping your life in the way you truly desire.
One essential skill for this is: feeling yourself.
Because your body holds the memories that have been shaping your life until now.
Truly perceiving yourself and your body in its subtle states also means living your truth.
In English, this is often called witnessing: a quality of aware, compassionate observation – and also of being witnessed in how we feel.
It’s about both: perceiving yourself and being perceived.
Our bodies are constantly communicating with us – yet we’ve often forgotten how to really listen, feel, and see.
In my spaces, we do exactly that – together.
This is where the beautiful phenomenon of co-regulation begins.
SOMATIC GUIDANCE MEANS:
– understanding your inner reasons
– sensing yourself from within
– learning your internal language
– developing a compassionate inner attitude
– exploring posture and bodily sensations
– shifting energy in your body
– allowing yourself to feel feelings fully
– moving gently
– coming home to yourself
The healing quality of my approach is that you don’t need to relive your past experiences.
That can often be overwhelming and retraumatizing. Instead, we explore how these past experiences are still alive in you today — shaping your thoughts, your body, your posture, and your emotional world — until you become truly aware of them.
From there, you begin to integrate the old, create space for new experiences in the present, and real change becomes visible.
From BEING SHAPED to I SHAPE MYSELF
From LIFE LIVING ME to I CREATE MY LIFE
From HELPLESSNESS to EMPOWERMENT
From REJECTION to CONNECTION & BELONGING
s o m a space
s o m a – is my new space in Bad Waldsee – a place inspired by people’s curiosity and joy in connection.
This is where workshops, courses, 1:1 sessions, and retreats take place – with me and other inspiring humans.
At s o m a, you’ll find offerings in Somatic Mentoring, Bodywork, Movement, and Meditation.
s o m a is a communal space to practice togetherness – a place to explore the power of connection in community.
I work in both English and German – in person here, and also online.
What others say about me
Elena was wonderfully present and guided us with such warmth. She created a safe space for both the group sessions and individual sessions, allowing us to let go and fully engage in the exercises. I experienced many ‘aha’ moments, and the process was incredibly helpful for me.
Sylvia
Elena’s wonderful nature, combined with her professional expertise, guided me through my reflections. She helped me organize my thoughts and systematically work through them, enabling me to make decisions. Together with her, I learned how to stay close to myself. Her remarkable approach and her understanding of systematic perspectives allowed me to grasp what truly matters in my life and to develop a sense of my quality of life. Thank you for everything.
Malene
The sessions with Elena deeply touched me and brought me closer to myself in my personal growth. Her warm and loving nature allowed me to approach myself with kindness as well. In Elena’s presence, I feel safe and seen. Through her compassionate and non-judgmental guidance, along with various relaxing techniques, I was able to truly connect with myself, feel my emotions, and recognize and release deeply rooted, blocking issues. What I also really appreciated was that Elena taught me techniques I can use daily to strengthen myself and stay grounded. All of this has brought about a true shift in my awareness and a new perspective on my life. For this, I am deeply grateful to Elena!
Silke Debler
Elena is a highly competent, kind, and empathetic woman and coach. She always had an open ear for me and never fed me the answers. Instead, through her skillfully posed questions, I was able to arrive at my own insights and answers. After each session, I felt uplifted and positive.
In our busy and often stressful daily lives, we tend to forget to pause, take a deep breath, and connect with ourselves. Engaging with oneself is immensely important for personal growth, and I could feel that during and even after our conversations. With Elena as my coach, I felt warmly welcomed and supported.
Her methods and exercises played a significant role in my personal realizations. I now know more about myself, and I can only recommend this feeling to everyone. With Elena, you are in the best hands!
Lina
The coaching with Elena was incredibly helpful for me. I learned a lot about myself and gained inner strength! Elena was very empathetic, non-judgmental, and understanding. I felt truly supported and in great hands with her, and I can wholeheartedly recommend her. Thank you for the wonderful support!
Anne
Thank you so much for your wonderful mental and physical work and the support I was able to experience with you. You showed me how to reconnect with myself and realize that everything is possible within me. I am infinitely grateful for your guidance and the beautiful experiences I had in your sessions. I can only recommend that everyone have this experience with you.
Isa
I came to Elena with the issue of anger. At times, I would suddenly become uncontrollably angry without any apparent reason, and afterward, I would feel terrible. Elena helped me with her loving and empathetic approach. I felt understood and was able to open up to her. When I couldn’t find the words, she always knew exactly what to say. She helped me uncover the root cause of my anger and recognize my boundaries, expectations, and needs. Through the coaching with Elena, I learned to express my emotions, which now helps me feel, think, and act with more calmness and clarity. Dear Elena, your coaching was so healing for my soul. Even though I’m now on a great path, I know I’ll miss this time with you. Thank you so much!
Antonia
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