Testimonials
"Accommodating
to the Nth degree in one's own specific situation, Lisa Levinson
proves that the Alexander Technique should be as universally
important as bathing, as popular in educational institutions as
reciting the pledge of allegiance, and, like both the pledge and a
shower, be practiced every day. Genius cannot be created, but the
space for genius can be made. The Alexander Technique makes
boundless space for fertile, creative journeying and Lisa is one of
the most flexible and healing practitioners I have worked with in
this field."
Sam Trussel, actor
"With Lisa's help I am learning to alleviate not only physical
pain and stress on my body, but also the mental stresses of
everyday life. Studying the Alexander Technique has given me a
completely new perspective on body movement and awareness. As a
professional musician this is invaluable to me. Not only has it
(AT) helped to alleviate the physical stresses of playing my
instrument, but it has also taught me to be more in tune with my
body and mind, allowing me to function better both on and off
stage!"
Kristen Linfante, professional violist
Principal viola, Apollo's Fire Baroque Orchestra
"Each session with Lisa has been truly eye-opening. With her
help, I have an increased awareness of my own physical
tendencies, and a new understanding of how I can move more
efficiently and comfortably. It has been a huge help in my work
as a professional musician, and in daily life. I am excited
about continuing my study of Alexander Technique with her!"
Craig Knox
Principal tuba, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
"I was lucky enough to have Lisa as a
teacher during my last year at CMU. She has an amazing energy
as a teacher: open, gentle, and generous. She was incredibly
attuned to us as a class, and always found ways to apply the
Alexander work to each of our individual needs. Over the course
of the semester, Lisa's class helped me to discover an ease and
delicacy to my work that I had never reached before. I found
myself settling into myself, body, voice, and mind, and it has
had a tremendous impact on my acting, and really my life as a
whole.
Lisa is kind, funny, and an expert in her craft. Her work
is invaluable to all professionals, both in our work, and in
our daily lives. I would encourage anyone and everyone to
give it a try!"
K C Wright, actor
"My history of back injuries goes back thirty
years. After my latest injury, a dear friend and doctor urged
me to find an Alexander Technique teacher. Lisa
was of inestimable value in facilitating the healing of that injury.
I am no scholar of the Alexander Technique.
I do know, however, that it does instill and restore an
attentiveness, a more tuned awareness of the body's wisdom, and how
unlearning taken-for-granted habits of living pays off. It is
quite nuanced and unostentatious, this Alexander Technique, and
quite effective.
Lisa seems to embody the spirit and perspective of
the Alexander Technique. She carries her expertise lightly,
with wisdom. And it makes sense that a surgeon-scholar and
practitioner of conventional clinical medicine would insist that I
turn to this technique for my back health.
Thomas Sheridan, clinical psychologist
"I credit my newly acquired agility to the
Alexander Technique, and Lisa's wide range of teaching skills.
Prior to taking lessons, I was prone to losing my balance and
falling when on uncertain terrain. I've not fallen now in the
past three years!"
Virginia P., retired nurse