Clinical Somatic Education utilizes some of the techniques originally set forth by the originator of the Alexander Technique, F. Mathais Alexander. There is a strong component of learning how to feel and sense tension, and a period of becoming ‘reaccustomed’ to new sequences of movement once tension has been eliminated. However, there are two additional techniques which set Clinical Somatic Education apart.

The first technique is a method of ‘tricking’ the body to release tension in order to allow more movement to take place during a session. The second technique is an active movement initiated by the client, which, when combined with specific feedback from the practitioner, can actually recalibrate the level of resting tonus in a particular muscle. It is this active, focused participation of the client which creates a clear distinction between CSE and other modalities.