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I have been fascinated by the innate intelligence and beautiful complexity of the human body since I started teaching yoga in 2007. Very quickly, I found myself drawn to students dealing with chronic back pain, tendonitis, joint instability, and a variety of other injuries that were ultimately causing them discomfort and limiting their activities. I began to look into modalities of bodywork that would further my ability to help people heal their bodies.

In 2012, I completed my training at the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration in Boulder, Colorado. I initially set up my practice in New York City and worked with professional dancers and actors, teachers, business folks, parents, and everyone in between. The age range of my clients has spanned from 1 month to 94 years old.

A few years into my practice, I became interested in weaving Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy into my Rolfing practice. I found that people’s bodies heal better when their nervous systems are also attended to. I received my Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy certification in 2015.

In 2019, I continued my studies by becoming an Advanced Rolfer. I spent 6 weeks with two master teachers in Boulder, Colorado deepening my understanding of this amazing body of work.

I live in north Seattle with my husband and my two young children, Layla and Simon. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, being in nature, making crafts, gardening, reading, and studying more about the human form.

I love what I do. To me, Rolfing and yoga are similar in process. Both modalities peel away layers of stress, chronic tension, and other maladaptive patterns so that we can all be more connected to our bodies and healthier in our lives

Credentials:

  • BA, Oberlin College, 2004

  • YogaWorks 200 Hr Registered Yoga Teacher, 2007

  • YogaWorks 500 Hr Registered Yoga Teacher, 2009

  • Certified Rolfer, Rolf Institute, 2012

  • Completed yearlong Biodynamic Craniosacral Training, 2015

  • Certified Advanced Rolfer, 2019

Maya in the Press:

VOGUE magazine, Massage Balls Are the New Foam Rollers: Reasons to Consider the Latest Muscle-Releasing Therapy

SELF magazine, 6 Health Issues Solved

YogaCity, Make the Form, Fill the Space with Maya Ray-Schoenfeld