From the first session itself I noticed deep emotional shifts. After session one, I felt a general sense of well-being but didn’t quite attribute it to my session. By session two we were delving into deeper spaces of personal distress, and I felt surges of energy coursing through me. After this session, my skin visibly glowed (random strangers commented on this) and I began seeing a shift in my weight and energy levels. My third session tackled repressed traumas and I experienced an emotional release. I remember just holding myself with care for hours after this session, surprised and humbled by what came up. Again, after this I felt more positive about my health and fitness and completed a 6.5-mile (10 km) hike with 400-meter altitude shifts. For someone struggling with basic urban inclines (10 to 15 meters on average), this was a major victory. I had mild discomfort in my knee and hip as expected after an intense hike. But prior to this session my knees would swell up and my hip would be immobile for at least 2 days after a hike. I also noted that my bowel movements and appetite had improved – and I find myself needing none to very little medicine or stimulants. This may read as small gains, but for someone who has experienced severe downturns for almost three years it is a great improvement in the right direction, and the first time I’ve noticed any positive change despite years of doctors, specialists and medications.Swati, as a practitioner, is very compassionate, and kind. She was present and actively helping me work through the confusion of my own emotional and physical state. Above all else, she is intuitive and notes every shift in your state of being and presence, and very gently guides you through the practice – all while educating you. She made sure I was an active, engaged participant and not just going through the motions mechanically. Swati is an integral part of my healing journey. This is only the beginning, and I’m looking forward to many more sessions and revelations as I continue working with her.-Sabeena Mathayas