Feel at home in your body

Beyond bodywork. Beyond mindfulness.

Learn body-mind skills that unlock your body’s potential.

I offer 1:1 coaching and group sessions both in person and virtually.

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Benefits frequently reported by my clients:

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About

Degrees and Credentials

I received two Master's degrees in Biostatistics from Columbia University. My bachelor's was in Biological Science from Fudan University in Shanghai.

I am certified in Alexander Technique after completing 1,600 hour teacher’s training in 2018 with Dr. Theodore Dimon, the co-founder of the American Society of Alexander Technique and a Professor of Clinical Psychology and Education at Columbia University Teachers College.

More about my background and approach

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My approach is focused on nurturing your psychophysical well-being, in a way that honors and cares for your whole being.

Pricing and scheduling

• I offer a 30-minute initial consultation for free via Zoom.

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• I offer 60-minutue sessions for $250 via Zoom or in person (Bay Area).

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• If you have any questions, or need to discuss financial aids, feel free to email me at witholivialin@gmail.com

Testimonials

Physical pain relief or reduction

Immediate chronic pain relief or significant reduction in initial sessions:

Olivia is a gifted teacher and healer. In two on-line sessions, she totally shifted my experience of my body and pain. It has been similar to when in meditation I realized there was a difference between mind and thoughts, and now I realize the difference between my physical body and pain. I came to her with severe pain in my right leg, from what an MRI revealed to be pinched nerves in my L3 and L5 vertebra, where I couldn't stand for long or walk for more than 100 feet without having to rest from the throbbing pain. I had gone to a chiropractor for about a month without any significant change in my condition. Through Olivia's aware, loving presence and knowledge, she observed me, explaining what was happening through words, movements and on a model of the body. This led me to understand, visualize and sense what was happening in my muscles and body. By her gentle instruction, and practicing altering my focus and movements I was miraculously able to walk without any pain or discomfort, even taking a walk for about a mile. It is beyond words to describe how grateful I am to Olivia's healing presence and expertise.

- Mitchell Saskin, Clinical Psychologist and Professor at the Soul, Mind, Body Institute, Teachers College, Columbia University (Written after two 1:1 online sessions)

I never heard about the Alexander Technique before Olivia introduced me to it. I had a work related accident 2 years ago and still had pain from damaged ligaments related to my right arm, shoulder, scapula and neck. I had previously went to massage therapist and chiropractor, they helped but I still had 40% that wasn’t healing when I used my right arm. I had a one-on-one session with Olivia and she showed me 2 simple exercises and I did them for weeks. I would say I have 5 to 10% of the original pain left. In a short period of time the exercises Olivia introduced me to helped me heal something that I thought was never going to heal. For that I am very grateful to Olivia and I wish her success in helping others like me in the future.

- Beau (written after one online 1:1 session)

When I started this—which is two sessions ago—I had problems with my voice, problems with my breathing, problems with my upper back, problems with my neck, and shoulder. I had lower back pain. I had problems with tensing in my glutes, and problems with tensing in my thighs, and my ankles were super stiff—and everything was just horrible. And even my shins were tight sometimes! And somehow after two sessions, which were, like, not even an hour each, everything's gone. Only, like, a small pain remains—and I feel like the problems are getting so small that they're almost irrelevant. And my breathing got better. Neck, shoulder, back and every everything—it's all more aligned. I know how to stand, know how to sit. I know how to lie down. Just crazy. It's really crazy. I can't believe it. Transcribed from:

- From my last in-person client who came in wearing a back brace and left without needing it (spoken after two in-person 1:1 sessions)

Olivia’s clear, precise and compassionate guidance helped my body remember its natural alignment which led to a subtle and significant release of tension. With practical tips and tools, I can continue with the work. Amazing!

- Paula Pyne, Integral Master Coach™, Certified Mindfulness Coach (written after the online workshop: Attune To Your Body's Natural Design)

Increased ease, enjoyment, and fulfillment

In daily life activities:

Working with Olivia has been life changing! Though my main goal was to prevent re-injuring my knee, I have gotten so much more from our sessions. My relationship with my body has changed in ways I never imagined possible. I've learned how to trust my body's movement, which means I interfere less and get to do more of what I love. I highly recommend working with her.

- Janis, Mindfulness Lead Coach and Trainer, Spain (written after 5+ online 1:1 sessions)

It's hard to describe the subtle but powerful transformation that learning Alexander Technique with Olivia is having in my daily experience. It's impacted how I sit, stand, walk, exercise... even how I relax into laying down. She was so perceptive in her coaching during our sessions - her gentle prompts allowed my intuition about movement to surface effortlessly. It's like this technique is about allowing a natural wisdom from the body to surface, and she's a skillful and compassionate guide along the way. I have so much gratitude for her. There's been a profound impact in trusting my body to know what's best. There's such an ease to it and for me her wisdom was an essential part of that unfolding. I highly recommend her services.

- Annette James, Certified Unified Mindfulness Teacher and Hospice Nurse (written after 5 online 1:1 sessions)

Deep states of consciousness

Access to and supporting integration of deep states of consciousness:

I have just started with the Alexander Technique, but I have found that the lie-down instruction from Olivia Lin helped me have one of the most equanimous sits I've ever had, and I've been meditating for about eighteen years. The results were amazing for something so simple. I have started incorporating the lie-down instruction into the start of my daily practice, and I am finding that it is helping my posture and relaxation. Thanks, Olivia!

- Tom Locke, Golden, Colorado (written after three 30-minute online group sessions)

Working with Olivia has been an absolute inspiration. She is undoubtedly one of the most genuine and warm individuals I have ever known and had the opportunity to receive support from. Prior to starting Alexander Technique lessons with Olivia, my meditation practice primarily revolved around silent, seated sessions. But I always had a lingering sense that I could benefit from exploring the more embodied aspects of spiritual practice. I could never have imagined the degree to which my sessions with Olivia would enable me to delve deep into this uncharted territory. Olivia's unwavering support, coupled with her intuitive and insightful guidance, has truly transformed my connection to my body in unimaginable ways. Each interaction with her leaves me feeling deeply seen, understood, and connected. She consistently empowers and encourages me to embrace a profound and integrated sense of well-being and openness that continues to unfold. If you have the opportunity to work with Olivia, you can trust that you will be in the hands of an authentic and reliable teacher, who genuinely cares about your progress.

- Avery Argenna, Certified Unified Mindfulness Teacher and 2D Animator. (written after 5+ online 1:1 sessions)

Injury prevention and empowerment

In engaging activities that are desirable but challenging:

Olivia has been coaching me in Alexander Technique for about a year and I am very pleased. She is an excellent teacher, combining deep knowledge and clear communication. She has been flexible and creative in adapting the subject to my needs, with great results. She started with the basics of posture, sitting, standing, laying down, and transitions. And that alone made a big difference for me. My lower back has often been a source of recurring discomfort. That has improved remarkable under Olivia's guidance. Moving beyond the basics, Olivia helped me prepare for a recent 6-week trip to Japan. First, she gave me very helpful suggestions for the long airplane ride. But most importantly, in anticipation of doing a great deal of walking in Japan, she coached me extensively on my walking movements. This was very helpful to me. I was walking between five and ten miles each day for six weeks in Japan. I used Olivia's "improvements" the entire time and had no problems at all. By the end of the trip I felt that my walking ability was almost limitless. Back in America, I walk about 3 miles every day and it has become a complete daily practice session. The fact that all of our sessions have been remote has not hindered the training. I highly recommend Olivia as an Alexander teacher and a teacher of mindfulness.

- Blake Ashley, a retired attorney, lives in Tucson, Arizona, USA, where he teaches mindfulness, practices Kyudo and woodworking. (written after 5+ online 1:1 sessions)

Burnout recovery and prevention

From fatigue to more energy and vitality:

I highly recommend sessions with Olivia, she helped me identify and address tensions in body in relation to my posture in standing, sitting and walking that I was not even aware I had. Her care, attentiveness and positive encouragement created a very comfortable environment for me in the virtual meetings over Zoom. She had great knowledge of the Alexandre Technique and was able to teach me exercises that I do at home to correct my postures and help realign my body structure. I have seen major improvements from the daily exercises in my well being, easier mobility and a lot more energy. Thank you Olivia for your help and support.

- Margarita (written after three 30-minute online group sessions and one 30min online 1:1 session)

Embodiment and grounded presence

Increased capacity to show up and engage the world with one’s whole being:

I worked with Olivia as an Alexander technique coach and teacher and it was a wonderful experience. Olivia clearly has a deep passion for this work. She is thoughtful, patient, and attentive to detail. I especially feel gratitude for the way she brought in her exposure to a variety of other techniques in somatic and meditative work to help me sit with whatever came up and to meet me there; she has a fluency and curiosity in terms of methods and approaches that allow her to individually tailor a course of care for each person she sees. I felt her care and compassion for me as a whole person - she has been a valued friend and companion with me on the journey and I am deeply appreciative for her continued presence and support.

- Esha K, physician. (written after 5 online 1:1 sessions)

Contact

Email: witholivialin@gmail.com

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I am forever grateful For my kind teachers Who walked me home To the nature of my body And beyond… A whole new world opens up That has been here all along Waiting for me to come home to As my teachers have been for me When I was struggling Feeling alone and lost In darkness and pain If you too want a hand On your way home To the magnificent nature of your body I wish to be there for you too

- With love, Olivia Lin