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About Kinesiology

How Kinesiology can help

Kinesiology is a gentle and noninvasive therapy that uses muscle monitoring, also known as manual biofeedback, to communicate directly with your body. Through light pressure applied to specific muscles, a practitioner can identify stressors and imbalances that may be affecting your physical, emotional, or mental wellbeing.
 

Since the body, mind, and emotions are closely interconnected, stress in one area can influence stress in others. Kinesiology works with your body’s natural intelligence to release stress patterns and restore balance throughout your entire system. As this balance returns, you may experience greater clarity, increased energy, and an enhanced sense of wellbeing.
 

Originally developed in the 1960s, kinesiology brings together Western techniques of muscle testing with traditional Eastern practices such as working with meridian energy pathways and internal energy centers. This integrative approach allows practitioners to identify imbalances in energy flow, along with underlying emotional patterns or limiting beliefs that may be impacting your health.
 

Through a series of gentle techniques including light touch and energy balancing, kinesiology supports your body’s natural ability to heal and regulate itself. It can enhance your emotional resilience, improve your response to stress, and help you feel more aligned in your daily life—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Issues Kinesiology can help with

Kinesiology is a powerful and supportive approach that can assist with a wide range of physical, emotional, and mental challenges. Many people seek kinesiology when they feel stuck, out of balance, or overwhelmed.

 

Some of the common issues that can be effectively supported through kinesiology include:

  • Ongoing stress and tension

  • Anxiety, panic, or emotional overwhelm

  • Persistent pain or muscular discomfort

  • Jaw tension and teeth grinding

  • Low energy, fatigue, or burnout

  • Feeling stuck in repetitive habits or behaviours

  • Difficulty with motivation, focus, or decision-making

  • Low self-confidence or self-esteem

  • Emotional and behavioural challenges such as shyness, anger, or irritability

  • Learning and processing difficulties, including:

    • Reading and visual tracking

    • Hearing and listening skills

    • Coordination and balance

    • Organisation, focus, and task completion

 

By addressing the root causes of these issues rather than just the symptoms, kinesiology supports your body's natural ability to heal, adapt, and grow—emotionally, physically, and mentally.​

 

Physical Health

Kinesiology can support the body in breaking the cycle of pain and improving overall physical performance. By correcting imbalances between the body and brain, it may enhance recovery from injury or illness, improve posture, aid digestion, and boost muscle strength, coordination, and balance. Whether you're aiming for peak athletic performance or simply want to move through daily life with greater ease and control, kinesiology can help restore physical harmony.

Emotional Wellness

Emotional stress, anxiety, trauma, and limiting beliefs can affect every part of life. Kinesiology uses a technique called Emotional Stress Release to help clear these emotional blocks. Many people experience noticeable and lasting relief from stress, fears, or emotional overwhelm, allowing them to feel more confident and focused in their personal goals, work, and relationships.

Biochemical Imbalance

Kinesiology also explores the energetic influences behind hormonal changes, nutritional imbalances, and toxin build-up.
These factors can contribute to symptoms like low energy, mood changes, brain fog, weight gain, or trouble sleeping. Through gentle muscle testing, kinesiology helps identify what your body needs to feel its best... whether that includes specific nutrients, dietary shifts, or natural support for detoxification.

What to expect in a session with Melanie

In a typical Kinesiology session, you will experience a balanced combination of counselling, Kinesiology techniques, and reflection time designed to address both your physical and emotional well-being.
 
Counselling (15 minutes):
The session will begin with a brief counselling period where we will discuss any current challenges, concerns, or goals you have. This time allows us to connect, understand your needs, and ensure that the session is tailored to your specific concerns.
 
Kinesiology Techniques (65 minutes):
The majority of the session will focus on applying Kinesiology techniques. Using gentle muscle testing, I will assess how your body is responding to various stressors, whether physical, emotional, or energetic. This allows me to identify imbalances and address them through techniques such as acupressure, balancing meridians, or energy clearing. The process is non-invasive and can be deeply relaxing, helping to restore harmony in your body and mind. Please note that while we are discussing certain issues, there can be a lot of emotion release. In times of extreme emotional discomfort, we will terminate the session on your request.
 
Reflection and Integration (10 minutes):
At the end of the session, we will take a few minutes for reflection. During this time, I will invite you to speak on the insights gained from the session and any shifts you may have felt. I will provide you with recommendations for ongoing self-care or practices. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions and share your experience, helping you to fully integrate the work done in the session.
 
All sessions are 90 minutes duration. This structure helps to ensure that the session is comprehensive and offers the right balance of support for your physical and emotional needs.

Send Melanie an enquiry

Port Adelaide, 5015

0451 232 764

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