David Murphy-Transformative Structural Integration

I began seeing David after lifelong issues with misaligned posture which led to my spine just getting completley out of whack. After throwing my back out for the 2^nd time in two months, I knew I had to make a structural change. David Murphy not only religned me physically, but also dug deeper and helped me face pain head on which gave me a physical and emotional freedom.

I began seeing David a few months after my cab was rear-​ended by a box truck in the spring of 2014. I had been going to various other forms of physical therapy 3x/​week for three months, and though I had seen some improvement, I still had lower and mid back back that was driving me to tears regularly.
I was about to leave for a three week work trip around Africa and was terrified of how the pain was going to affect my ability to perform on the trip. A friend who knew of David’s reputation for successfully rehabbing injuries suggested I give him a try, and I made an appointment no questions asked. I didn’t even know what Hellerwork or Rolfing were, I just showed up.
My first 90 minute session was calming and inspiring. It also turned out to be extremely corrective — I flew to Africa a few days later and through three weeks of long hours climbing, hiking, hanging out of Jeeps, camping, running, and carrying heavy equipment I felt no pain whatsoever. I was blown away.
I finished the 11-​session series and it was the backbone of my physical, mental, and emotional recovery from my accident. At the conclusion I was not only pain-​free but felt lighter somehow, and my understanding of my body and mind were fundamentally changed.
David is a gifted bodyworker and one of the most intuitive and compassionate people I’ve met. I continue to see him in the wake of injuries and during especially stressful times, and I’ve referred half a dozen friends and acquaintances as well. It’s telling that they have all had similarly glowing reviews, regardless of their reasons for going or their personality types. David will meet you, wherever you are and whoever you are, and give you the care you need and deserve.

I have been going to DAVID ever since I read an outstanding review in Time Out Magazine. I stand at my job on concrete floors and I have been in a number of unavoidable accidents. I am so Lucky (some may say BLESSED) to have found this exceptionally gifted/​knowledgeable bodywork therapist. I have tried a number of different bodywork therapists before I met DAVID, but he has been my «go to» miracle worker since!!! TT

I’ve had amazing breakthroughs with David — he’s extremely skilled and knowledgable. As an athlete, acrobat, stuntman and dancer, David was always a member of what I called my «rescue squad.» Whether with acute injuries or ongoing challenges, a session or series with David was extremely valuable.

David is remarkably knowledgable about the human body and practices thoughtfully and kindly. I went through the entries Rolfing series a few years ago and was really pleased with the results and with David’s collaborative style. He’s got my highest rating!

I first started going to David for a problem with my back. Throughout the cycle I gained a lot more than relief from my pain but also becoming more centered and better at handling everyday stress. Now, even months later, I feel like my body and mind is in a much better place. The sessions are more encompassing than any other bodywork I’ve had before and David’s personality, calmness and focused attention went along way to making me comfortable and also able to push even further.

David has a depth of insight into what might have put a hitch in your giddyup, and a the curiosity necessary to craft a unique solution for you. He can help free you to move. I’m a person with a leg length discrepancy, and David has helped me explore a complex challenge. I’m also a professional in his field, and I recommend David without hesitation.

Due to the long hours at work, I constantly have issues with my neck and lower back. A close physical therapist friend recommended David and Hellerwork.
Before this, I had never heard of Hellerwork, but figured to give it a shot to tackle this chronicle issue once and for all. David is very attentive, intuitive and caring. Working with him has dramatically alleviated the pain and even eased my stress levels.
Now I’m only half way thru the series and my posture and ease of movement have vastly improved — definitely recommend!

My sessions with David helped with my muscle pain and helped me walk through life with a better understanding of my body and how it works. I highly recommend his practice.

I met with David at the urging of a few friends who thought he might be able to help with some post-​surgical pain points through integrative therapy. He was terrific at listening, and painstakingly talked through my very particular issues before beginning treatment. Throughout the process, I felt as though he was taking my entire being into account, from past to present to future, instead of just dissecting one or two specific complaints and sending me on my way like many others I have met with.
I highly recommend David Murphy for anyone seeking a holistic approach to wellness.

David was recommended to me by a climbing friend. I dislocated my shoulder — I was in serious pain and was also worried I wouldn’t be able to get back to climbing. Visits to the orthopedic surgeon and physical therapy did not help. My shoulder was still weak and I was not confident it was getting better.
Working with David was eye opening. He was able to pin point issues with my alignment and clearly communicate how it affected my shoulder. He patiently taught me exercises to improve my shoulder as well as my overall posture. The muscular manipulation was intense, but definitely made a positive difference — just remember to breathe! He also helped me talk through some of the mental blocks and worries about testing my shoulder again.
David is extremely insightful, professional and very up-​front which I really appreciated and liked about him. I recommend David’s practice hands down for those looking for a holistic approach of resolving physical and mental blocks. I’m back on the ropes and very pleased!

I was referred to David by the owner and a few coworkers at he trapeze school where I tech. I was in severe pain due to an injury from work and after trying multiple things to try to help I decided to try Rolfing. I did 10 sensations with David and apart from the shoulder issue I had, my whole body has never felt better. The whole experience was very educational since apart from the body work, David provides you with information on proper body mechanics and ways to move more efficiently through space. I found the whole expletive to have given me many tools which I can utilize to minimize future injury. I will definitely go for a tune up in the future.

This review isn’t about his bodyworking ability, as I only made it through two sessions before deciding to go to a different practitioner. If you’re like me, you’ve been through a lot of different treatments before going this route and you probably like to ask questions and understand the process of what’s going on. If you’re like me, David is the NOT the person you want to see. I believe hellerwork adds in an emotional component in addition to what rolfing does. Unfortunately, David ended up creating a very unhealthy environment. He wants you to be in the moment when getting treatment, which I understand… but when I would ask a question, instead of an easy and calm response of ‘let’s discuss your questions or concerns at the end of the session, as we need to focus on what we’re doing now,’ I was met with an air of condescension and passive aggression. At one point, and I found this hard to believe (as you’d think he’d be wanting me to relax), he was basically egging me on, as I become increasingly frustrated with the negative atmosphere being fostered during the session. I would think such a bodyworker would have some realization of where the client is coming from and that they’re not going to instantly conform to how he wants them to act. So, if you’re like me, he’s not a good fit. For others, he may be great. Just figured I’d post this as a word of caution to those similar to me.

I’ve been seeing David for nearly 3 years.
I initially sought out some kind of bodywork after repetitive motion at my job left me with numbness in one of my hands. My hunt lead me to David & I’m so glad it did!
I went through the 11 session Hellerwork series pretty quickly. It was hard to spread out the sessions as I always felt so good afterwards — and wanted to go back as soon as possible. Since then, I’ve seen David on an «as needed» basis — he’s helped me with all different issues from just feeling «off» to dealing with the fall-​out of a misdiagnosed foot injury.
His knowledge is obvious within minutes of meeting him and he has always listened carefully to what I say, making sure I’m aware of what’s happening at each point during the session. Hellerwork & David have both had a huge impact on my life and well being over the past few years and I encourage anyone seeking or even curious about structural integration to pay him a visit.

I went to David Murphy thinking that I would do this Heller Work thing, but I would still need surgery to repair the tear in my knee. What I got from the work was totally unexpected. David used a combination of tools: seemingly x-​ray vision, encyclopedic knowledge of biomechanics, the body’s systems, health and wellness, compassion, and kindness to midwife the birth of something totally profound. He taught me how to inhabit my entire body. I floated out of each session relieved of pain and aware of the movement patterns that caused my injury and the knots in my shoulders and neck. At the end of my series, I knew I did not need surgery. But I did add a bottle to my medicine cabinet labeled «Structural Integration by David Murphy».
Rhea A.

David is among the most skilled body-​workers I’ve ever worked with. His approach is well informed and effective. As a successful bodyworker myself, i am careful who I see for treatment. David is one of the few people I go to when I need help. Jason D