"You have cancer." Those words shattered my world at just 28 years old. It felt like hitting rock bottom, but it was only the beginning of my journey. Alongside the daunting diagnosis, I was battling stress, an autoimmune disorder, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. My lifestyle choices fueled the fire-I often neglected healthy eating and sleep.
The cancer diagnosis served as a wake-up call and a pivotal moment that ignited a commitment to prioritize and invest in my health. I immersed myself in research, went down many internet rabbit holes, experimented with alternative therapies, exercised outdoors, and made lifestyle changes aimed at restoring balance. In this exploration, I realized how significantly stress and trauma could contribute to illness.
DISCOVERING BODYTALK
A year post-diagnosis, I stumbled upon an energy psychology modality called BodyTalk. In addition to recovering from cancer, I was grappling with chronic back pain and scoliosis. To my astonishment, after three sessions, my back pain and anxiety dissipated. It was a powerful reminder of our physical and emotional well-being's interconnectedness.
Inspired by my transformation, I trained and became a BodyTalk practitioner. Now, seven years into my practice, I help clients across the globe. BodyTalk is more than just an alternative health modality; it's a pathway to awaken self-healing potential by enhancing communication within the bodymind. It works harmoniously with Western medicine and holistic approaches. Emotions can be stored in the body, creating health barriers. I help clients identify and address root causes to improve health.
Sessions are simple and conducted via Zoom, with little effort on the client's part. I energetically read and "listen" to my clients' energy while using applied kinesiology (muscle testing) and tapping to interrupt and reset the body's electrical patterns. Subtle shifts can be noticed after one session, with more profound changes usually occurring after a few sessions. I offer 30-minute and 60-minute sessions.
CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
The impact of BodyTalk is profound, as illustrated by these success stories:
"When I started working with Laura, I was having trouble breathing and had oxygen levels so low, I was close to being hospitalized. After working with Laura for 1 year, I'm back to sleeping flat in my bed without oxygen. I've lost over 50 pounds, I'm more mobile than I've been in years." - Fran
"Laura's BodyTalk sessions have become an integral part of my self-care routine. Not only have her sessions helped me with skeletal misalignments and circulation issues, but I also contribute BodyTalk to helping me get through what could have been a fatal intestinal infection." - Kimberly
"I saw Laura to help my menopause symptoms. My hot flashes went away overnight. I went from tossing, turning, and sweating at night to sleeping soundly and comfortably with a heavy blanket. I feel much better in many ways. Amazing!" - Roxanne
"I started working with Laura, and the day after the first session, I felt the fog lift. Laura was able to identify trapped emotions from my past and I was surprised how intuitive she really was. My depression is gone, my relationships are better (including my marriage), and I have a new outlook on life." - Melissa
CHOOSING HEALTH AS A LIFESTYLE
My journey and the transformations I've witnessed in my clients strengthen my belief in a holistic health approach. It's crucial to view health comprehensively, encompassing a healthy diet, exercise, and emotional and stress management. I encourage seeking a practitioner to address symptoms and the energetic and emotional shifts necessary to strengthen health.
If you're facing illness or pain and wish to explore stress's profound role in your symptoms, I would be honored to guide you on your journey. I connect with individuals from all walks of life and offer the convenience of BodyTalk sessions from the comfort of your home.
To learn more and book a session, visit lightandwellness.com
Article by Laura Como
Photography by Nick Como
Originally published in Millcreek City Lifestyle