conjunctio.

***Late review***
Two years ago, I got diagnosed with a formal condition and had a name for it after more than seven years of not knowing what was wrong with me.
But naming it wasn’t helping the chronic pain.
Laura at conjunctio did.
In the first ten minute consult, she dropped some knowledge on me that both had science and basic intuitive sense combined. She then got me to stand up and showed me a movement technique that has actually shifted my pain levels from a 6 to a 2 on a daily basis. I would have paid for the full session just for that tiny tidbit because it’s drastically reduced my pain, and also encouraged movement, ease and listening to my body in one simple shift.
The full session was a miracle because I felt better for a solid week. I moved out of the area, but I’m moving back and can’t wait to see the very gifted Laura at conjunctio often upon my return!

In a word? Amazing. Intuitive. Healing. Funny. Wise. OK, that was 5 words. I saw Laura for massage and somatic work, but her whole life view includes what is going on in your life and how that shows up in your body.
I am deeply allergic to anything too «woo-​woo» and Laura was able to get things done for my personal process that were negatively affecting my body. And all the while she was making me laugh with her Chicago-​born, Italian, wise-​cracking and practical approach. She is really quite the package.
If you have pain (physical or emotional), crap you have been avoiding, or just a hitch in your giddyup, get yourself to Laura and get there quick. She will SAVE you money and time by cutting right to the heart of the matter, be it your heart or your hamstring. Or both.

I have been seeing Laura for 6 months. I started with a massage appointment that was given to me as a gift. I was so impressed with her body work. It is really a spectacular experience to receive. I have since been seeing Laura as a therapist and coach. I am working through grief and other life issues. I can’t really explain it but I always feel better when I leave Laura’s presence, both physically and emotionally.
A true gift in my life

Consider yourself lucky if you’re reading this review, because it means you’ve found Laura Lund, healer extraordinaire!
Whenever I try to describe to friends what it is Laura does, I get temporarily stumped because her work is so fresh, unique and ever-​changing to fit the needs of the present moment, it’s impossible to put into a box.
I try anyway and usually say, «Oh, she’s a bodyworker who incorporates an aspect of talk-​therapy with foundations in Tibetan Buddhist philosophy.» Phew. Then I add, «For the first half-​hour of each session, we talk about whatever’s ‘up’ for me that day and what I want to work on. Then, for one blissful hour, I get on the table and Laura begins the hands on therapy.» Upon hearing this, people are usually kind of amazed. What an incredible package! they say. You get all that seeing just ONE practitioner, when it would ordinarily take at least three?! …
In terms of massage, Laura is incredible – dare I say, the best I’ve ever had. She uses the perfect amount of pressure (for me, a lot!) and she’s not afraid to go deep or touch parts of the body that often get ignored. It feels a-​m-​a-​z-​i-​n-​g! But it doesn’t stop there. As I understand it, Laura also incorporates cranial sacral therapy and uses acupressure points. Sometimes she chants over my body, and she always coaxes me into a meditative state so I am open to receive all that transpires.
During the half-​hour «therapy» aspect of each session, Laura has a way of sifting through the slew of stories I come in with and getting down to where the juice is. Again, she is incredibly intuitive and gifted at calling out what’s true. I admire this from a professional as well as personal perspective, as I’m a student in a master’s program studying transpersonal psychology, so her work is right up my ally. I hope to be a fraction of the healer she is, someday!
If you have been led to this page, GO SEE LAURA. I honestly can’t imagine anyone regretting it. Only be warned… you probably will not be able to stop at just once. You’ll feel so darn good floating out of her office and you’ll notice such change in your life, you won’t be able to stay away. Take it from me…

Laura’s touch is healing, present, and loving. She understands the complexities of being in relationship, whether it’s an intimate relationship a work relationship or a friendship. She’s intelligent, kind and powerful, and she skillfully supports her clients to access these aspects of themselves, no matter whether they go to her for bodywork or coaching.

As a trans man, I have trained myself to disconnect from a body that doesn’t match my view of myself or my identity. Laura managed to make feeling my whole body seem like a very compelling invitation — weeks later, I am still feeling connected to my body in ways I never realized were missing. She offered perspectives on 30-​year-​old mysteries in the ways I feel my muscles, and made me feel safe and at home. For the first time I can remember, I felt pain without a sense of violation. Usually, I shy away from anything «woo-​woo» — but I swear she managed to communicate and soothe my tissues and strain through chanting. I can’t recommend Laura enough, and there is no way I will ever get a massage from someone else.

Working with Laura has been nothing short of an Amazing Experience!
In my experience, spiritual teachings can often seem distant, remote and unwieldy in this modern world. In contrast to this Laura brings simplicity, warmth, authentic wisdom, and a deeply human perspective to her practice. I heartily recommend her services for anyone looking for the real deal!
My girlfriend and I have been working with Laura for over two years. She has become a trusted friend and valued mentor to both of us. We came from a strong background in spiritual practice having studied classical meditation practices and Tibetan Buddhism. We found Laura through our search for a teacher who could explain the Tantras from a unelaborate yet authentic perspective. Learning from her has since exceeded both our expectations. She has introduced us to a world of energy work that is at once simple and childlike and incredibly deep, connecting the practitioner with the very essence of spiritual practice.

Laura is a truly amazing therapist! She is a gifted healer with an amazing intuitive sense of finding where you are in knots (physically, emotionally and energetically) and an incredible sense of touch to help you release whatever it is you are holding onto, and to then relax and expand. You will literally float out the door after a session!!! Highly recommended.

Laura is the best massage therapist I have worked with, and I’ve worked with a couple of dozen. She manages to combine fluid style with adapting pressure and technique to address whatever your body needs at the time. Combined with a practical and easygoing style I’ve never emerged after a massage with Laura feeling any less than fully relaxed and refreshed.

Laura has a magnificent presence exuding radiant health.

Laura knows bodies and she knows energy. She is deeply straightforward. It is refreshing to be in her company. I could add a lot of words, but the reality of her work is not verbal. It is in her touch. I recommend her.

Laura has an extraordinary gift working with the body. She is able to both teach me about listening to the wisdom of my body and empowering my own body with movement. I think her knowledge about working with the body is exceptional. Whether you are seeking massage or counseling, you will be grateful for Laura’s gifts.

I’ve had many massages from Laura over the past 10 years. She is the standard to which I measure all other massages. Her holistic knowledge of the human body and spirit informs her treatment, she has an intuitive touch always knowing exactly where to focus coupled with great feedback and advice for ongoing care. Not only is Laura highly skilled at what she does, but she is also a great person! I highly recommend Laura in any of her disciplines.

Laura was my counselor/​coach for more than 3 years. She knows me on a very deep level and helped me through some really challenging times. Laura has a somatic approach to counseling which has you focus on the sensations and internal energy that which is often missed when you are lost in your head. She helped me focus on my own innate wisdom in my body to help gain awareness that lead to more ease. She is also really fun and funny… always helping me bring a chuckle to even the most difficult of circumstances without being dismissive. I really felt like for three years there was someone in my corner routing for me (the person) and me (the soul). Have a session with her and see if you click. If you click, I bet it will be one of the most valuable decisions you’ve ever made.

Laura changed my view of massage and turned me into an avid fan. She’s able to focus in on what is happening with my body and find ways to make it work again. I leave her feeling like the years have been much kinder to me. If that weren’t enough, she’s personable and caring and listens to what’s going on with you, both because she cares and because this interest leads her to a more personalized and unique plan for rejuvenating your entire being. She’s unique and I feel lucky to have had her work on me for many years.