What Clients are saying

Nikki's work is thorough, knowledgeable, and intuitive. Her understanding of the Egoscue Method and of anatomy/physiology is profound, and she brings all of it to bear in her sessions! I was pretty convinced I'd need a 2nd knee replacement but after my first session with her, I got up and was amazed to be pain-free! I'd much rather do daily exercises than undergo surgery! - Taza G.

My massage therapist referred me to Nikki and indicated Egoscue practice may help me with some chronic tightness and soreness in my neck, back, wrists and hips. These issues were not debilitating, however they were getting worse. I suspected some poor posture habits might be part of the problem.

My first appointment with Nikki was in June 2021. To my surprise, I did feel noticeable improvement after my first session. I then attended 19 in-office sessions over the course of a year.

By adjusting my menu of E-Cises that I then completed each day following the in-office sessions, Nikki's knowledge and patience allowed me to eliminate the discomfort I had been experiencing. If the pain does return, it can be resolved by drawing on the E-cise knowledge that Nikki has provided me.

Being a client of Nikki's really is a partnership where you work WITH her to improve your health. She always asks what is working, and what is NOT working. She then adjusts your E-cise menu accordingly. I am so glad I was referred to Nikki Charns - Kurt

Nikki is a compassionate and skilled therapist who knows that taking time to listen and be present with her client at all stages elevates the experience and instills well being that lasts long after the massage or other session ends - Laura A.

As a chronic pain patient I was thrilled to work with Nikki Charns.

I have a lot of ligature, bone structure injuries & compensations because of growing up in severe child abuse. The pain & disability I was experiencing as those injuries & compensations aged was chronic & life altering. I knew that with the form of injury I had no singular method would 'correct' it. But what Egoscu did for me was give me tools to bring my structure back to stable so I would not full tilt into severe pain & immobility. Where I had ceased much activity because of the pain, Egoscu put some power back in my hands which still helps me restore balance when I am in physical crisis. As a woman who used to be a dancer it was hard to see my ability to walk & move diminish. Egoscu gave me the tools & confidence that, though my ability was diminished by hard limitations & long term physical injury, I could walk, travel & enjoy my life & dance (gently.) That was like taking back some of the power lost when those injuries were inflicted on me. That was doubly healing.

Nikki worked with me not just on a physical level & with great knowledge & care, but also on a deep body trauma level. She understood that as we shifted my structure the trauma of what created that structure would leak out. She was a wise & gentle witness when those moments occurred. She was able to follow my body & respect it's needs.

I am very grateful for the care, the skill & the empathy with which she worked with me & am grateful for how I can continue to use what she taught me daily! - Ruth Reymundo Mandel

Nikki is the practitioner I turn to for problems that have not had a lasting solution from other practitioners. She has improved the range of motion of my arms and ankles. Because of her I have a smoother and more symmetrical gait when I walk. My balance is improved and I have not fallen since working with her. I highly recommend Nikki.

Her knowledge, skills and compassion are vast. She is patient and encouraging with me. I started out not being able to get my hands behind my back. Now I can hook up my favorite racerback bras. Thank you!

One of the most startling transformations has occurred with my right lower leg. I thought nothing would be able to correct how it sticks out to the side more than my left. Looking back at childhood pictures it has been like that since I was 3 years old. After 9 months of working with Nikki it sticks out half as much. Amazing! Because of this my gait is more symmetrical. My right leg, hips, and back feel better and looser.

Receiving a massage from Nikki is divine. She creates a warm, comfy, and safe atmosphere. The special oil she uses smells fabulous and feels silky soft. Nikki listens to what I want, asks clarifying questions, then delivers exactly what I requested. I say she has “magic hands” because of her healing touch and attention to being in the moment. ~ Pam Laubscher, DO

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