In a nutshell…
The practice of Rolfing® came into my awareness in 2007 because many years of mountain bike riding and racing had left my body a bit tattered, and I was dealing with persistent pain. Thus began my search; I tried every possible conventional and alternative form of treatment and healing, with no resolution. I went through the Rolfing Ten-Series hoping to relieve some physical discomfort - but came away with so much more!
I realized that after each session I walked with a sense of “lift” I had never experienced before and continuously yearn to feel in my everyday life. Not only has that chronic pain evaporated, but I have a new found sense of resiliency in my body that allows me to continue my passion for mountain biking with appreciation and zest. My Rolfing process was profound, and because I have always had an interest in whole health body awareness, it inspired me to make a career change from graphic design.
I am a proud Certified Rolfer™, Board Certified Structural Integrator(CM) and a graduate of the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute® in Boulder, Colorado. When I’m not cycling, Rolfing or teaching Gyrotonic® Expansion System of movement, I’m usually hiking, stand-up paddling, cross-country skiing, playing ice hockey, cooking or trying anything that challenges me. I wholeheartedly believe in the benefits of Rolfing as a path to optimal wellness, and I look forward to sharing this gift with you.
~ In health, Anna Schmidt
Classes and Affiliations
Source Point Therapy® – 2011
Board Certified Structural Integrator(CM) – 2014
Neural Mobilization – 2014
Explain Pain Conference- 2015
International Fascia Research Congress – 2015
Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science – 2016
CranioSacral Therapy – 2016
Board Member for the International Association of Structural Integrators® – 2013-2017
Assistant Instructor at the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute® – 2012, 2014, 2015
An effective human being is a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. ~Ida Rolf
What People Are Saying
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I just wanted to thank you for the Rolfing® work you did on me. I have suffered from lower back nerve pain off and on for many years. Sometimes flaring up bad enough that walking was almost impossible, but always with some pain that I tended to just ignore. I got in touch with Anna and did the first session; from there it was apparent that I had relief from some of the pain right away. Each session I realized more relief and soon all pain was gone, and in fact, things that before I would cringe at no longer caused pain, even the brief sharp pains I had grown used to.
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— S. H. / Engineer
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Anna at Evergreen Rolfing has given me my life back, both professionally and for recreation! I had some serious difficulties with my right shoulder and left hip when we met about 18 months ago. As a practicing gynecologist, I needed my right shoulder to function and I needed my left hip to stand for prolonged periods in the operating room. Within a few months, Anna had my right shoulder fully functional! I have recovered range of motion with full strength. I wish we had made a video of me ‘before and after Anna’, but I never expected or dreamed I could have such a dramatic improvement.
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— L. L. / Doctor
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I have been reading about Rolfing® for many years and have been curious, but somewhat reluctant, to try it out. I decided to take the plunge this year and after doing some research about practitioners chose to make an appointment with Anna from Evergreen Rolfing. I am so very happy with my decision! Anna is wonderful and caring with a great sense of humor – I feel really comfortable around her which was important to me. On a side note – I hope she won’t mind me saying this – don’t be fooled by her size. She is tiny but I bet she could Rolf a linebacker.
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— K. S. / Engineer
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I consulted with Anna because summer activities (mountain biking, road biking and jogging/back packing) did a number on my body…. A health professional myself, she impressed me with her knowledge of the human anatomy. But more than that, she helped me along in gaining more flexibility and easier and pain free function…So I was able to play hard again!! Thanks Anna!!
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— E. D. C. / Physical Therapist
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I am always happy to talk with curious people looking into the Rolfing process, whether it be their first session or a seasoned client who is new to me. If you would like to know if Rolfing will be a good fit for you, give me a call!