Transformative Energetic Bodywork | Maria De Dauw®
'Your body is an intelligent, sacred, soulful life instrument, a true divine gift on the path of self-development, expanding awareness, ever-deepening love and clearer light.' – Maria De Dauw
Why Transformative Energetic Bodywork?
Through my own personal healing journey and trauma work, I explored countless therapies. I became deeply fascinated by the body and the transformational power of bodywork. True, lasting change requires processing on a bodily level, in connection with all other levels of our being: emotional, mental, energetic, and spiritual. Talk therapy can reach a limit—some clients come to me after a psychologist or coach concludes: 'It’s time to be touched.' Touch releases much—on multiple levels. But the quality of touch is essential: skilled, experienced, and intentional, held in a safe and conscious space.
Foundations of the Method
Our bodies store tension, trauma, and experiences across layers of our being and in different types of tissue. With the right kind of touch—physical, energetic, emotional, and even vibrational—we can help release what no longer serves. This opens space for the authentic self, free of conditioning and chronic stress. I originally chose the name Deep Relaxation because deep rest activates the 'rest & digest' mode of the nervous system, unlocking the body’s natural healing and self-regulation. This is our innate state—but many people live chronically in 'fight or flight'. The effects? Overloaded nervous systems, exhaustion, trauma-driven patterns, poor choices, and diminished self-worth. But there is another way: a relaxation revolution. It requires presence, commitment, and patience—with yourself.
The Power of Touch
What I call Transformative Energetic Bodywork is far beyond a wellness massage. Even in my relaxation massages, I incorporate energetic techniques for deeper states of rest. But in this bodywork, touch includes so much more: the nervous system, breath, energy, words, sound, vibration (frequency music), voice, scent, and the elements. Prior to each session or training, I create a clear energetic space—grounded, pure, and anchored in presence. This space is key for safety, insight, and transformation.
Training and Evolution
After many trainings and sessions, a deep longing arose to share this work with other practitioners and seekers. Since 2022, I’ve been offering trainings, workshops, and masterclasses in this multidimensional method. It combines both physical and energetic techniques that support the release of stored tension, increase body awareness, and expand consciousness. What began as a journey with the psoas (the 'muscle of the soul') evolved into a broader system of transformational body-mind work.
Trainings and Sessions
The foundation is the 3-day PSOAS training. The Light Field day is accessible to a wider audience and includes a live Light Activation. The 2-day Heart Dearmouring and Bonewashing dives into the heart with dedicated techniques. These trainings are open to all genders. The Venus & Hara masterclass combines womb and pelvic work (currently women only), with potential future editions for broader audiences. I also offer a separate woman only workshop on breast embodiment: 'Alchemy of Breasts', co-taught with breast therapist Sarah Bogaerts.
Is This for You?
This work is for anyone seeking greater body awareness, relief from chronic pain or mysterious complaints, trauma integration, and personal development. It supports emotional release, intuitive awakening, and creative self-expression. It’s also ideal for bodyworkers, massage therapists, and space holders wanting to develop their senses and their talents and seeking new tools for themselves and their clients.