Holistic Physical Therapy
releasing constrictions, re-membering wholeness
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Rooted in over 20 years of clinical experience and infused with somatic wisdom, energetic attunement, and spiritual presence — this work meets your body as a living, layered system. One that holds tension, trauma, protection, and potential all at once.
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Whether you're recovering from injury, living with chronic pain, or seeking to feel more at home in your body, Marika offers a grounded, compassionate approach.
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​Her practice draws from many lineages including:
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orthopedic manual therapy
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myofascial release
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movement pattern re-education
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nervous system regulation
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embodied meditation
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somatic psychology
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breathwork
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aromatherapy
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Pilates
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Qigong
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Sessions may focus on:
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restoring myofascial mobility and fluidity
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balancing strength of inner and outer muscles
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improving joint mobility along kinetic chains
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aligning whole body posture
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re-educating movement patterns
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formulating individualized home practices
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Dance Medicine
physical therapy for the performing artist
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Marika's career began in elite dance and performing arts medicine. She has had the privilege of working with dancers from the New York City Ballet, School of American Ballet, BalletMet, and The Ohio State University Department of Dance, along with countless individual artists navigating injury, healing and return to performance.
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Marika continues to work with adolescent, pre-professional, and professional dancers to help them heal and feel whole in their instrument of experience - the body. She is available for holistic physical therapy, dance wellness/injury prevention assessments and pre-pointe evaluations.​
Session Format
Each session is tailored to your individual needs, and is an invitation to unwind constrictions, restore alignment and reconnect to your bodies natural intelligence.
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Initial Session
Our first session includes a full intake, hands-on or guided assessment, and time to begin the healing process. This foundational session helps us understand your goals and what your system most needs right now.
Ongoing Sessions
Each session builds on the last, continuing the work towards harmony in your body. Whether we’re working hands-on, through movement, or subtle awareness, you’ll be supported in a grounded and integrative way.
Schedule a Session
​We are located in Fairfield, CT in the Sportsplex - 85 Mill Plain Rd, within Barefoot Living Arts
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Sessions are typically 60 minutes in length:
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Initial Assessment - $225/hr
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Ongoing Sessions - $180/hr
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All sessions are scheduled directly with me to ensure we move at a rhythm that honors your needs and intentions. I believe the therapeutic relationship begins from the very first exchange, so I invite you to reach out personally.
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Ready to begin? Have a question about working together?
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To inquire or schedule a session, please email:
marika@mb1wellness.com
I look forward to hearing from you.
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Marika’s Realization Process Practices came at the perfect time for me. During the “stay-at-home” time I looked forward to Sunday evening to settle down my nervous system. Both the practice of the Realization Process and Marika’s voice took me on an inner journey. Marika’s approach is gentle, warm and accessible. She has done the work herself and is gifted at guiding others through the process. I highly recommend working with her.
-EL, Certified Visionary Craniosacral Work (VCSW®) practitioner, Milford, CT
Marika's offering of subtle energy work has been so beneficial to me especially during the Covid-19. Tuning in to my inner core being helps me to maintain my rhythm and true potential, letting go of blockages and old belief systems. I'm very grateful for all her work, generosity of spirit and soothing voice. Thank you Marika!
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- MC, Carmel, NY