Neck Testimonials
Learn an easier, more effective way to
improve or resolve your neck tension problem.
Your neck is connected to the rest of your body
—so it’s not just a neck problem.
To truly get unstuck,
you have to address the full-body patterns that overburden your neck.
The brain often uses the neck to “save the day”.
It compensates for other areas that are contracted and unable to move freely.
This puts an undue burden on the neck.
Teach your system to release the hidden patterns that
demand more from your neck than it can deliver.
Address the Roots of the Problem
The day after the first Zoom session:
“I have just been for a 40 minute car journey and to my surprise the right side of my neck wasn’t in excruciating pain as usual.” -G.
The issue client wanted to improve:
“I want to correct my posture…I’m unbalanced, I have chronic neck and shoulder pain. I know my hips are uneven…I practice yoga regularly and its brought a lot of awareness to my imbalances, although I have not been able tor evolve them. I spent a year doing chiropractic adjustments for my cervical curve… …at the end of the year, a new X-ray showed ZERO change.”
After the second Zoom session with Eric Cooper:
“Just have to say I felt SO great after today’s session…I took a yoga class later this morning and felt so limber, open, present and aware and it was just an awesome experience! Excited to keep practicing. ☺️” -L.
“My neck stopped screaming.” -J., Art Teacher
“Eric your approach, last time I saw you, was perfect. It solved my neck problem completely, and it stayed solved for months! Truly impressive and amazing. (And I hate to say it, but I didn’t even do the excercises!) But I was in a (relatively mild) car accident recently, and got some new neck problems.”-S., Software Engineer
“Hi Eric, My neck and shoulders were so relaxed last night and also today. Thank you for the progress there!”
“I want to thank you so very much for your help yesterday. I have not had a single twinge today!! I’m so grateful for your wisdom and generosity of spirit!” -H., Potter after a whiplash auto accident
I discovered via Eric’s guidance that my stiff neck (which created down-spiral outcomes in the limbs) started to move more smoothly, a bliss! I tried other Hanna somatics teachers but i can witness that I loved Eric’s methodology the most because it goes to the bits and bytes of the movement and it is so precise.
I started to feel better after the 2nd session and knew that I found the key to healing. I highly recommend Eric’s services because his teachings are the real deal. My deep gratitude is to him and for him..” -A. Writer and Yoga Teacher in Israel
After 4 visits: “Eric has done great work on me. I used to go once a month for massages to ease shoulder, neck and back pain to various massage studios, since I started going to Eric I haven’t looked back. To me it feels like he is fixing the root problem, a regular massage just seems to temporarily fixes the symptom. Can’t recommend him enough. Plus he’s a super nice guy too!” -B., Nightclub Manager
“The Somatic exercises have been very helpful. Thank you. There are many areas that have improved, posture, muscles relaxing and awareness. I did the exercises and it went well. The Somatic exercises were generally easy to do and gentle. The best effect of it has been the relaxing of my neck muscles from strain to they feel great. I move my head just to feel the smoothness.“ L. -Caregiver
“When I got home, I showed my husband my increased range of neck motion side to side. I noticed that my neck was a little tender, but it slowly went away. I still have greater range of motion than before Wednesday.” -M. 50’ish, Dirt Bike Rider
Pedestrian hit by car, with decade-long full-body pain pattern Reports after the first session: “Hi Eric, I did the three exercises right before bed, noticed further easing of joints. Just want to say, I rolled over in bed and WOKE UP because it DIDN’T HURT! I just laid there savoring the ease of my left hip and tried out my right arm a bit. I am very sure I already notice a wonderful amount of improvement, and not just because I’m an optimist.”
She also wrote: “During the recent 6 PT sessions for my neck, I went from 70 degrees to only about 90~100 degrees (as measured by the therapist). The session with you and then by myself last night gave me … oh, maybe 120 degrees, easily.” “The best part is that even though we did not address my left hip specifically, it is noticeably more comfortable.” -M., Pedestrian hit by car, with decade-long full-body pain pattern
From a Yelp! review. Chronic neck and shoulder pain. “My first session to relieve some neck and back pain was very effective. His guidance through what the sources of my pain was, was educational, and friendly. His direction, confidence, and support may be the first steps toward ending what I assumed would be lifelong chronic pain. I’d recommend his services to anyone who’d like to thoughtfully correct bodily imperfections and get in control of their pain without the use of drugs or medications.” -S, Environmental Activist
She had been keeping her painful arm in a sling for months. After two sessions: “I highly recommend Eric Cooper!! My right shoulder and neck were in incredible amounts of pain due to a layered problem of softball and skateboarding injuries. From years of having this condition I started giving up hope that it would ever heal. Upon first talking with Eric, he could sense this and reassured me that I had a lot of reason for hope. And he was right! Eric significantly improved my situation in one session! I previously went to a chiropractor who did not do justice for my situation, but who in fact, made it worse. Going to Eric Cooper was a world of a difference. A quality that stood out to me the most was his excellent listening skills. He spent time understanding exactly what was occurring and handled my situation with delicacy and patience. As a patient, I felt cared for and understood. For the first time in years, my shoulder finally felt like it was supporting itself again and this was only after one session! The entire experience has significantly improved my well-being and I highly recommend going to see Eric Cooper!” -C., Student and Environmental Activist
Two weeks after two long session for chronic neck pain, back pain, and general postural pain. Female, age 26. “For many years I had chronic back and hip pain that no amount of massage therapy seemed to help. I’ve been feeling SO good since our last session. The vast majority of my stiffness and pain has vanished. There’s been a tiny bit of regression, but hardly anything at all. Thanks so much for helping me out with everything. It meant a lot to me! I didn’t think it was possible for this pain to go away. I feel like a giddy 70 year old woman who just got a new hip. It helps that you give out homework to make sure that the positive changes last. It’s been a few weeks since our past session, and the changes have lasted!” Continuing: “The type of therapy that Eric does is different than anything I’ve experienced before. It’s not massage (usually), and not chiropractic. All of his techniques are very gentle. I always felt comfortable during our sessions. All in all, highly recommended!” -A., Administrative Assistant
From a Yelp review: “When I saw Eric, he did a thorough and in-depth session with me. He was very professional. He has a gentle warmness about him, which put me at ease and made me feel comfortable.I had been suffering from two neck injuries for years. He was also able to un-jam my neck and increase my mobility right away. I witnessed the tension letting go as I stretched deeper and deeper into the pose. I could see my muscles relaxing right before my eyes. As a dancer, it was very exciting. At the end of my session I felt a peace and calmness, very grounded. This was very noticeable and not at all expected. I highly recommend Eric and would see him again.” J. -Cashier
Came to see me with a very painful stiff neck. Dramatic shoulder height asymmetry. “As I drove away after the session, I immediately saw the improvement in my range of motion. It was such a relief to move my head again and feel safe driving. I will not forget the excruciating pain in my neck and your ability to take it away. My sleep over the last 2 nights has been so comfortable without the twinges and tightness. You worked as long as it took to meticulously enable each muscle, tendon, ligament and bone to move as it should. I’m doing my homework! Even an older person like me can have some input into their healing. Thank you for your dedication, you are truly a healer! See you when I need to be straightened out again!” -A., Retired Educator
Two days after the second session. Persistent low neck pain on one side. “I still feel great. My neck problem is 90% better and lasting. I’ll have time to work on the exercises this weekend and for sure over both holiday weekends. Thank you!” –L., Psychologist
Persistant upper back and neck pain. A day after the first visit. “Wow, I can’t even begin to describe how much better I feel. My neck cracking/adjusting/twisting has diminished by 95%. I do feel a bit of discomfort in my shoulder blade/upper back area, almost like the place that my body was trying to constantly adjust just moved down my back, but on a scale of 1 to 10 if 10 is the most pain, that discomfort is probably a 2 or 3. Before, I was in CONSTANT pain with no relief. Absolutely nothing helped. I can’t express how thankful I am for the time you spent helping me yesterday. I would like to come back to continue learning the somatic movements and to make more progress with this issue of mine, although I feel SO much better. My clients and my classmates have already noticed the difference (I looked like I had a tic disorder before!)” THANK YOU” -H., Psychologist and Counselor