Brett Linder is a Certified Rolfer in Chugiak

"I recommend Brett Linder's intuitive bodywork to my patients because I know they will see results." ### ###   ### ###  - Dr. Gary Ferguson, BS, ND ### ###   ### ### "It is with pleasure to recommend Structural Integration (Rolfing) with Brett Thomson Linder. I have been in clinical practice of Chiropractic and Wellness Education for twenty eight years, and was thoroughly impressed with the structural knowledge and body work technique, that Brett employs.  In fact, being treated by Brett for my health, has made me a better chiropractor by expanding my understanding of the human body.  Our in-depth discussions on how structure and function are connected, has led me to a deeper appreciation of Rolfing and Brett's passion for his craft.  If you desire to live long and well, make Brett a part of your Wellness Team."  ### ###   ### ### -  John J Collins, D.C., CCWP ### ###   ### ### ?Brett develops patient awareness through education to increase the effectiveness of his work. His approach to patient care produces a healing partnership with his clients resulting in both healing immediate areas of concern and building improved sustainable function.? ### ###   ### ###  - Til Luchau ### ### Certified Advanced Rolfer?, Director of Advanced-Trainings, Instructor, and Author ### ###   ### ### "I am a Rolfer? and Brett Linder is one of my practitoners of choice; I take every opportunity to work with him as both a colleague and a client." ### ###   ### ###   - Brian Joley ### ### Certified Advanced Rolfer? ### ###   ### ### "In my professional opinion, Brett continues to have an incredibly bright and successful carer ahead of him, as he has already proven in his private practice in Alaska and will now pursue in Colorado." ### ###   ### ###   - Jim Jones ### ### Director of Education, RISI ### ###   ### ### "Last year I was confronted with a difficult decision on choosing treatment for an injury I sustained to discs in my lower back. Both the prospect of surgery and or a shot of steroids to my spine left me mortified. After much consideration and research I connected with Brett and we began a ten session series of Rolfing. I wasn't sure of what to expect exactly, but the idea of starting from the ground up and realigning the building blocks of my body seemed like a good way to begin. Brett's communication with me throughout my series was impressive. I was always aware of what we were working on and what what we were trying to achieve. Not only was I aware, but was able to see for myself the progress achieved due to the photo journal we kept, as well as Brett's inquiries on how I felt in between sessions. Armed with an abundance of information and a little "home work," I was feeling better every time I left. I began to move with more confidence and was conscience of little changes that had, by the end of the series, literally changed my stride and posture. I am sincerely grateful to Brett for the time, energy and knowledge he instilled in me, enabling me to forgo the small yet terrifying risks associated with other, more invasive procedures that I am sure would have left me on a much more different road down life. Thank you and keep on Rolfing!? ### ###   ### ###   - Douglas Byers ### ###   ### ### "Rolfing, for me, is a way to bring mental awareness to my physical state. The best way to describe the feeling that I had after my sessions was that I felt juicy, tuned in, elongated, stacked, and confident. I felt that Brett was instrumental in helping me understand the purpose of Rolfing and what I could expect from each session. I completed my 10 series, with movement sessions in between, in only a couple months. Since that time I have maintained a heightened sense of awareness of where I am in relation to the world around me. I have continued to notice improvements in my balance, confidence, and posture. I also noticed that my perspective has improved because now instead of having to look at the ground when I walk I can focus on looking at the horizon along with the periphery. The bodywork that was done to help me open my chest and shoulders have helped me become more open with others (openness with self improves ability to be open with others). In addition to improving my overall perspective (literally) and how I carry myself Rolfing has provided me with opportunities to explore the world with new awareness.? ### ###   ### ###   - Cullen Harper ### ###   ### ### "In 2006, I got into a motorcycle crash.  I didn?t seek any medical attention for 3 years.  My condition deteriorated, until I couldn?t walk, stand or put any kind of pressure on my back.  In 2008, I had X-rays done, and they showed that I had broken vertebra and my only prospects for treatment was to go through the V.A. As an alternative to surgery, I decided to see Brett for a 10 series.  In the last year I have been able to change my quality of life.  I think the most important thing I gained from this experience is a new awareness of my body and it?s natural symmetry.  The constant pain that accompanied my life is gone.  I had worried about the amount of medications I would be forced to take, and now I don?t take anything.  The actual sessions were relaxing and informative and the before and after pictures blew my mind.  It was a bit strange to see the amount of change in my posture that I experienced from each session.? ### ###   ### ###   - Ian Dodds ### ###    ### ### "Rolfing and the 10 Series' gave me my life back. With a background in high-level athletics, in conjunction with a lifetime of heavy and intensive labor and construction jobs, my body had broken down and deteriorated to what I can only describe as an 'out of shape senior citizen.' Brett relieved my apprehension to what I understood Rolfing to be...rough and extremely uncomfortable. By enlightening me to the step by step process of what would happen as my body transformed, all performed by very soft and gentle 'hands on manipulation,' naturally I was skeptical. Brett hit every session's goals perfectly, and in chronological order. He communicated during and between each session in an extremely professional and comforting manner, leaving me with knowledge that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I give thanks to Brett for 're-instilling' the confidence I had lost in my body. THANK YOU!!!" ### ###   ### ###   -  Jason Cummings  ### ###   ### ### ?I have much greater body awareness after going through the Rolfing 10 series with Brett. He was able to correct some painful patterns that I?d had for years, and I can feel the positive difference from that still?even though it?s been a year since my treatment; I walk smoother, stronger and more confidently. I?ve worked several years as a massage therapist and found Brett to be off the charts in his kindness, sincerity and professionalism. When he?s working with you, he?s there 100 percent with his heart and mind. It?s what we would expect from any bodyworker, but it just doesn?t always happen, yet can make all the difference in the world in the treatment received. His positive, healing presence combined with his immaculate knowledge of anatomy and movement made each session feel like a fun, mini health conference. I left his office feeling like a million bucks and with a wealth of information to help me continue to heal on my own. Quite simply, getting Rolfed was life changing in the best sort of way. Thank you, Brett!? ### ###   ### ### - Ann Marie Wawersik ### ###   ### ### "I recently had the pleasure of working with Brett Linder, Certified Rolfer and Rolf Movement Practitioner.  I was in a bad way when I turned to Brett for relief for what began as pain in the top of one foot that felt like a bone was out of place. Pain was spreading to my other foot, probably because I was favoring my injured foot and overusing the other, by the time I saw Brett for the first time. I was also beginning to have back pain because when ones feet are out of kilter,  it can throw the back out of whack, too.  I had seen my family doctor and a podiatrist for the problem but had gotten no relief.  They were suggesting PT, which, from my own past experience, I knew could be a long process.  ### ### Having such a depth of understanding of anatomy and physiology, Brett knew at what point I was paining and where to focus his work physically on my feet as a Rolf Movement Practitioner, but he did so much more than that--something I had never before understood. Brett helped me to create an image of what relaxation meant to me.  As a healer, he instinctively knew that just exhorting me to "relax" would never do it for me!  Learning that I was from Florida, Brett, asked if that meant I enjoyed the water.  When I told him that I had spent every summer of my youth floating on the waves, he asked me to recall the feelings of those pleasant times and to remember how my feet felt as I bobbed ever so lightly up and down in the surf. It was when I was able to recreate that feeling of relaxation that Brett was able to really work with my feet.  It was when I had a concept of what it meant to relax and I was able to recreate it for myself in practice at home as I had in only one session with Brett  that any pain I had began to abate. Brett motivated me to work on stretching exercises every morning and, after only a few days, maybe even a week, I had no pain at all.  I shall never be able to thank him enough.  Having a therapist partner with me and gently talk me through the process restored my sense of well-being as well as the use of my feet.  I don't know if all Rolfers do this, but Brett does and it is very therapeutic!   ### ###   ### ### Frankly, I was wondering if the pain would return.  I'm still doing the exercises Brett suggested I do because they feel good and help me to have confidence in the process and am happy to report that I have had absolutely no sign of the pain returning.  ###   ### I would highly recommend Brett Linder.  I plan on going for the "Ten Series" now.  I don't believe I need to be "suffering" for a Rolf Movement Practioner (Brett Linder) to be of assistance.  I want to be in better touch with my body and the relationship between my body and mind and believe that Brett can help me with this."   ### ###   ### ###   -  Barbara Brock ### ###   ### ### "I have known Brett for over a year now and just recently completed the introductory 10 series under Brett?s guidance. ### ###   ### ### When I started the series, I knew nothing about Rolfing. Knowing that, Brett structured each session to include an introduction to the current session and a heads-up for the upcoming one. That allowed me to enter each experience with more awareness and better prepare myself for the future work. Moreover, Brett created a safe, non-judgmental environment, which made it easy for me to share my sensations and thoughts. I remember Brett saying: ?It?s ok to cry, just like it?s ok to laugh. We need all those experiences to be complete?. That was during one particular session when I had an immense emotional release and lay crying on the table for some time.  ### ###   ### ### The overall experience was holistic and adjusted to my individual needs. During our sessions we talked about diet, physical exercises, emotional health, spirituality and finding balance. I looked forward to each visit with Brett, and the opportunity to learn something new about myself. ### ###   ### ### Besides, Brett is a well of knowledge when it comes to finding other resources. He knows a lot of people and is happy to recommend other professionals from different areas. I am happy to know Brett and would recommend him to all my friends."  ### ###   ### ### -  Yuliya Redelina ### ###   ### ### "Like many Alaskans, my appreciation of Alaska and my general happiness depend on the time I spend in our amazing wilderness. At the ripe old age of 30, my accumulation of sports injuries (five broken bones, four concussions, surgery on both feet, tendinitis in both knees, and a torn meniscus) overcame my body's ability to self-heal. Confronted with the possibility of giving up many of the activities that are so important to me, I explored Rolfing. I worked with Brett through the 10-session series and 5 or 6 last-minute 'Brett! Can you help!' sessions before and after races or big trips. Most recently, I got a next-day appointment for work on whip-lash just days before heading out for a bike/ski/raft 200-mile traverse over Denali. The body work was absolutely critical to the success of that trip. I've logged over 1000 miles of wilderness adventuring since working with Brett." ### ###   ### ### I am particularly impressed with Brett's genuine interest in understanding my body, my injuries, and discovering a path to recovery. I also appreciate Brett's capacity to both focus on a specific injury and provide more general body awareness." ### ###   ### ### - Luc Mehl ### ### Three time winner of the Alaska Mountain Wilderness Ski Classic  ### ###   ### ### "Let me begin by saying that after I experienced rolfing, I will never go back to a typical massage. Rolfing is not just massage, it is structural integration, so it works on a much deeper level than any massage I've had in the past. People say that it hurts, I even heard one person say that it was like ripping the muscle from the bone. This isn't true!! Instead, you feel sensations that you have never felt before. Say that Brett is working on your arm--you may feel a tingle in your arm that goes all the way up through your shoulder and into your back. It is the coolest thing ever. There are a couple of places that will be more sensitive for you. For me, this place was the transverse arch of my foot (the middle of my arch). So be it. Brett helps you work through the discomfort and then voila! You're free of whatever had made it so tight in the first place. Rolfing is amazing.  ### ###   ### ### Here's me: Initially, I went in because of terrible knee pain. I've been an athlete for all of my life, had a broken back, had knee surgery, and, for years, have worked either as a waitress or with children (think sitting in tiny chairs and lifting 40+ lbs. kiddos all day). I hurt daily. Usually, I would start my day with an anti-inflammatory. Then I would come home from work, take an Epsom salt bath, and massage my feet with arnica gel (a natural pain reliever).  ### ###   ### ### Here's my experience: I went in for knee pain. Brett worked on my knee and then rolfed my legs. He rolfs one leg at a time, so in the middle of it, you get up and walk around to compare the before and after. The outcome was amazing!! One leg felt super tight and balled-up, while the other leg moved with such ease. I went back for a 10-series. A 10-series goes through different sections of your body, in 90 minute increments. So, one session is all legs; another is ribs, shoulders, arms and hips; another is the sides of your body; another is chest, arms and head; and another is the back of the body-from the calves up to the back. Think of the amount that can be accomplished in 90 minutes for each section of your body!  ### ###   ### ### The result: At the end of each session, I would stand up, walk around, and be completely astonished at how much lighter my body felt, and at the ease with which it moved. The best part is that I am still feeling the benefits. I no longer take an anti-inflammatory for breakfast and I haven't taken an Epsom salt bath in a month. My posture is much more upright and each movement is very fluid. It is difficult to describe, but it seems as if my body ha