Move Without Pain and Flourish in Life With an Expert Rolfer in NYC
Transform chronic pain, poor posture, and physical limitations into freedom of movement and lasting relief with NYC’s most experienced Rolfing practitioner.
“I would give 10 stars if I could.” – Lena E.
Advanced Rolfing IN NEW YORK with extensive training in craniosacral, somatic, and other complementary methods.
You Can't Move Forward When Your Body Holds You Back
Tired of temporary fixes that only mask symptoms? Whether it’s chronic pain, physical tension, or limitations holding you back from the life you want, you deserve real, lasting relief.
Maybe you’ve noticed:
- Persistent pain in your back, neck, shoulders, or hips that conventional treatments haven’t resolved
- Poor posture that leaves you feeling hunched, stiff, and older than your years
- Physical limitations preventing you from performing at your best in work, sports, or daily life
- Emotional stress manifesting as physical tension, especially during major life transitions
- Reduced mobility and flexibility that makes simple movements feel difficult or uncomfortable
Most treatments address symptoms without resolving the underlying cause. Your body’s fascia, the connective tissue holding everything together, is likely where the real problem lies. That’s exactly what Rolfing addresses.
How Rolfing Creates Lasting Change
Rolfing works differently from massage, physiotherapy, or chiropractic care. Rather than focusing solely on muscles or bones, Rolfing addresses the energetic structure of your fascia—the connective tissue that surrounds and connects every muscle, bone, and organ in your body. When fascia becomes restricted through injury, poor posture, or chronic stress, it creates tension patterns that pull your body out of alignment.
These restrictions don’t stay isolated; they create compensatory patterns throughout your structure. Shoulder pain might stem from hip restrictions. Chronic headaches could be caused by fascial tension in your chest affecting your breathing. This is why treatments that only address the site of pain often provide temporary relief at best.
Through precise, methodical techniques, Rolfing systematically releases fascial restrictions. As restrictions release, your body realigns naturally; bones and joints stack more efficiently, breathing deepens, and muscles stop compensating for structural imbalances. This isn’t just symptom management, it’s energetic and structural transformation that creates lasting healing. Many clients report feeling even better days or weeks later as the changes continue to integrate.
Bodhi Heart: NYC's Trusted Experts in Rolfing Structural Integration
For over a decade, we’ve helped hundreds of New Yorkers break free from chronic pain and physical limitations through Rolfing. Unlike massage or conventional bodywork that provides temporary relief, Rolfing addresses the root cause by working with your body’s fascia—the connective tissue that holds everything together.
Led by Soken Graf, a certified advanced Rolfer trained in the Ida P. Rolf method, we understand that physical pain rarely exists in isolation. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing the stress of living in the city, or optimizing athletic performance, we create personalised treatment plans that address both the physical, energetic, and emotional components of your wellbeing.
Our approach goes beyond pain relief. We help you rediscover how your body was meant to move: aligned, balanced, and free. From Wall Street executives to dancers and athletes, we’ve guided countless clients toward lasting transformation. In New York City’s demanding environment, Rolfing isn’t just treatment; it’s your competitive advantage for staying grounded, healthy, and performing at your peak.
Why Choose Bodhi Heart for Rolfing in NYC?
Certified Advanced Rolfing Expertise
Soken is an Advanced Certified Rolfer, a qualification held by only a small number of practitioners. His level of precision, technique, and structural understanding delivers results that go far beyond standard sessions.
Transformational Structural Change
This isn’t short-term relief. Sessions are designed to create long-lasting change in posture, movement, and long-held tension patterns, helping your body move with greater ease, balance, and confidence in everyday life.
A Unique & Holistic Approach
Our sessions go deeper than physical alignment, incorporating meditative awareness and clear, practical guidance to support both physical transformation and a more grounded, centred way of navigating life.
Your Journey to Freedom from Pain
Step 1 - Submit Your Details
Complete our enquiry form with information about your situation and goals. Our team will be in touch to arrange your initial assessment at a time that suits you.
Step 2 - Your Initial Assessment & Personalized Plan
In your first 60-minute session, we'll assess your body's fascia, discuss your specific needs, and develop a tailored treatment plan. You'll leave with a clear roadmap for addressing the root cause of your discomfort.
Step 3 - Experience Lasting Transformation
Through your personalized series of sessions, we'll work with your fascia to release restrictions, realign your structure, and restore natural movement. You'll feel increasingly grounded, balanced, and pain-free—with the freedom to flourish in life and continue sessions as needed to stay at your peak.
We've helped hundreds of people find their way in a complex world.
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I cannot recommend Soken highly enough. He will literally transform your life.
His carefully tailored life coaching and contemplative guidance program has given me enormous insight and I am a better person, mother, and leader as a result.
Frequently asked questions
WHAT IS ROLFING?
Rolfing Structural Integration is a profound form of bodywork, effective for relief from pain and discomfort, postural improvement, and personal transformation.
Named after its founder, Ida P. Rolf, Rolfing works to bring people out of physical suffering into a brighter life.
Through a sequence of targeted techniques, Rolfing reorganizes the connective tissues, called fascia, to affect change in the body.
Rolfing treats both physical pain and energetic, emotional blockages. Because it is a holistic treatment, Rolfing removes obstacles to your body’s self-healing process.
Rolfing treatments encourage your body’s innate capacity to heal so that you may flourish in your life and move with simplicity and grace.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM ROLFING?
I work with people like you. Those who are actively seeking a fresh approach to pain relief or a new perspective on managing health and well-being.
All kinds of people can benefit from Rolfing. My clients tend to be forward thinkers. They are a unique group of men and women who follow their own path, and they come from many walks of life and professions, including medical doctors, lawyers, executives, fashion designers, students, architects, athletes, yogis, actors, retirees, editors, writers, entrepreneurs, business owners, parents, and computer engineers.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ROLFING?
Rolfing helps you move better, feel better, and perform better. Clients report improvements in balance, posture, and athletic performance, along with lasting pain relief and increased ease in daily activities. Many describe feeling more grounded and at ease in their bodies, moving with greater grace and fluidity. Beyond the physical benefits, Rolfing often brings a profound sense of flourishing—a feeling of support within your body and a renewed confidence in its capacity to heal.
HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?
It depends on your individual situation. Some clients experience significant relief in just one session, whilst others benefit from a series. We’ll discuss the best treatment plan for your specific needs during your first visit.
DOES ROLFING HURT?
Rolfing uses focused, fascia-oriented techniques that can feel intense at times, but the sensation is generally described as purposeful and relieving. Practitioners stay attuned to your comfort level and adjust the work as needed so the experience remains effective without becoming overwhelming.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO A SESSION?
We suggest wearing comfortable clothes like yoga pants, a T-shirt, or shorts. Sessions are 60 minutes long and involve lying down, standing, and walking so we can assess and treat your body in various positions.
HOW IS BODHI HEART DIFFERENT FROM OTHER ROLFING PRACTITIONERS IN NYC?
Our founder, Soken, has been practicing Rolfing since 2006 and established Bodhi Heart in NYC in 2016. With nearly two decades of experience, we understand the unique physical and emotional demands of life in New York City, and tailor treatments specifically to help you stay grounded, healthy, and performing at your best in this competitive environment.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A ROLFING SESSION?
Most clients can return to their normal activities immediately. We recommend drinking plenty of water to support your body’s integration process. If you’re physically or emotionally depleted, you might benefit from extra downtime to allow the work to settle.
WHERE IS YOUR ROLFING PRACTICE IN NYC?
We’re located at 80 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1206, in Greenwich Village, a short walk from Union Square and the Flatiron District. Our central Manhattan location makes us easily accessible for clients throughout New York City, including Chelsea, Gramercy, Midtown, and the Upper West Side, as well as Brooklyn and beyond. We’re just minutes from the 14th Street-Union Square subway station (served by the L, N, Q, R, W, 4, 5, and 6 trains), making it convenient to reach us from anywhere in the city.
Ready to Move Without Pain and Flourish in Life?
Stop settling for temporary relief and discover lasting transformation through expert Rolfing in NYC. Book your initial consultation today and take the first step toward freedom from chronic pain.
