Testimonials
“After
a car incident I had several physical problems for many years. Particularly
cold, numbness and a lot of pain in my right foot with symptoms of posttraumatic
dystrophy. After advice of a good friend of mine; who saw me suffering
while continued medical and physiotherapeutic aid did not have any desired
effect, I decided to visit Jelle for a couple of two hour sessions.
He
discovered major obstacles in the lower part of my back that prevented
blood going where it was needed. Though it took more than just a few sessions
to eliminate the problems, it caused an excellent circulation of blood
and lymph in the lower part of my body and disabled foot. The treatment
was rather tough but the result a miracle.
Nevertheless,
I can recommend anyone with physical problems or problems related to physical
inflexibility to do it. The nice and cosy atmosphere, alternated with sometimes
intense conversations with Jelle, will enrich your live also. Please accept
this as an advice for anyone who is willing to listen to his/her own body
and especially is interested in his/her own state of well-being.”
R. Reetraa, June 2008, The Netherlands
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“I
was introduced to Jelle and Pascalle through a friend, and initially it
was curiosity which brought me to them. However, the first ´treatment´
was a true transformational experience: the deep-tissue massage, combined
with explaining the psychological link between body and mind, made me feel
my body AND mind were getting a First Class energy boost! I could feel
the toxic's and stress leave my body. Since they both left the Netherlands,
I have not been able to find anyone who even slightly matches their experience
and professionalism.” Lideweij Bakker, May 2008, Blaricum The Netherlands.
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“A
massage of Pascalle Sweerts will work throughout your body and your mind.
She is dedicated, trustworthy and will make your energy flow again. Afterwards
you will have answers to questions and life seems more obvious. As if you
have filled up your tank for the way you have to go. In Paris I have been
looking for a similar kind of massage, but never found one. The subtle
but powerful work of Pascalle is just hard to equal.” Mrs. D., Feb.
2008, France
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“My experience with Pascalle and Jelle and their bodywork. I am very
sorry Pascalle and Jelle have left the Netherlands for wonderful sunny
and more relaxed Southern Spain. I miss our weekly encounters very much
and wish they would have lasted forever.
At
the time I met them, through a friend who advised them, I was very sad
after my partner left me after a 21 year relationship. I felt the sadness
trapped in my body and that enhanced my already awkward posture due to
my length and my medical history having been born with clubfeet on both
my legs.
For
about two years I had a weekly session with Pascalle or Jelle. It was heaven
on earth mostly after the session because during the sessions deep layers
of my body would be massaged resulting in pain if those tissues were cramped
or full of toxins. Through their hands I discovered my own body and could
relax and experience freedom within. I could gradually let go of my sadness
and other traumatic experiences I evidently had stocked up in, my body.
It was a gradual but very progressive process full of discoveries.
The
difference between the approach of Pascalle and that of Jelle also fascinated
me. Pascalle’s very gentle and sensitive approach was balanced by
Jelle’s strong and in depth massage. Both ways I experienced as very
beneficial.
I
still find it amazing what physical and psychological relief and growth
deep tissue massage can bring an individual and I thank both Pascalle and
Jelle for introducing me into this unknown world full of wonderful relaxing
but above all broadening experiences.” Michael
van Gessel, landscape architect, May 2008 Amsterdam The Netherlands
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For
Pascalle. “After professional treatment of my complaints I feel that
I can handle my life again. I wasn’t far away from accepting the
fact that I would never be able to move supple again, but giving me the
right form of therapy you have succeeded to make me feel years younger.
Thanks.” Mrs. S. Nov. 2007, Spain
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“After
a long period of serious lower back problems and a lot of (useless) therapy,
I met Jelle and Pascalle. Jelle treated me for some time and has helped
me with my back problems. Next to great bodywork/massage treatments, I
got a lot of information about how to handle and cure my back problems.
After a while, I even could do serious sporting again and with Jelle’s
help also ran my first New York Marathon. His treatments are very unique
and they will strengthen your body as well as your mind. Thank you for
all your help. Unfortunately I cannot visit you so frequently anymore.
Hopefully we will see each other soon.” Dave Rijnen, April 2008,
Amsterdam The Netherlands
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“My
whole adult life (37) I had all kinds of physical problems. Mostly in combination
with emotional tension related to stressful work. Physical complaints dominated
my daily life and through avoiding sports and specific physical movements
I managed to lessen my pain. Among other problems, I had lower back pain
and tension in my shoulders and neck. Seldom I was free of pain. I have
visited many of the masseurs living in and around Amsterdam who managed
to diminish the pain but only for a short time, mostly 2 or 3 weeks.
When
I met Jelle Schaegen, he told me that possibly within 5 sessions of two
hours he could help me to get rid of my pain for a much longer period.
I thought: Here we go again, kind of man who overestimates himself and
his possibilities. But let’s give him a good try, as I would love
to get free of my complaints of course. He explained why my pain had to
came back all the time and what he could do to stop this circle of pain.
When he did his very special massage techniques, very close to my hip bones
and applying deep massage strokes on my buttocks, a method unknown to me
until than, I had to bare a certain pain for 2 hours, and it was nearly
at the limit of what I could bare.
Breathing
deeply during the massage, I could feel how my body reacted in a positive
way to the treatment. And indeed after 5 sessions I was free of pain, which
lasts for 2 years now already! My previous pain, did not come back. I do
some yoga every week and pay attention to how I walk and sit, which certainly
supports the good results Jelle’s treatment gave me. Never the pain
stayed away for such a long time and it also feels as if it will not come
back. I am very grateful to him and I therefore can recommend his special
treatment to everyone with comparable complaints as I have had until 2006.”
Ingrid Foeken, Clinical Psychologist/ licensed Psychotherapist, May 2008,
Amsterdam The Netherlands
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“Jelle
has treated me during several episodes in the past 15 years (lower back
problems, neck problems). His massage is more than just massage, he helped
me to “face the Music “ (working too hard, always busy, never
at home; which literally caused me not being able to breath) and helped
me to find a more balanced way of life. On top of that he managed to solve
my physical obstructions.” Karin A., May 2008, Amsterdam The Netherlands
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“It
is 14 years ago now that Jelle Schaegen started treating me for the first
time. Because of an untreated broken lumbar vertebra (a fall in 1975) I
was suffering from an unbelievable pain in my back. My tennis arm (overburdened
but not by tennis) created years of pain; just like my legs and feet have
hurt me a lot.
An
orthopaedic surgeon wanted to amputate three toes because I had an inflammation
in my forefoot and it is only because of Jelle’s tenacity that I
still own them. Because of pain continuously moving from one spot to another,
I had to shift my weight all the time while trying to escape from it.
I
visited Jelle’s practice on a regular base until he left for Spain.
The first years I would go to him almost every two weeks. Later I could
stay away for longer periods of time. The ‘pain’ someone builds
up in years, cannot be resolved in just a couple of treatments of course.
I am 71 years of age now and was recently playing with my grandson, copying
the movements he made, when my son suddenly exclaimed: “Mom, I did
not know that you were that flexible.” Well, I am doing fine; but
now and then I do miss a ‘large maintenance service’.”
G.B.B. Bussum, June 2008, The Netherlands.
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“For
two years I treated myself once every month on two hours Pascalle. Now
this is not possible anymore, because she lives a flight away from me.
Do I miss her massages? The answer is simple: Yes. It is difficult to explain
why. In the meanwhile I have found somebody else who gives me a massage
from time to time. But these massages are of another rank. They are only
relaxing, their strength is of short duration. Pascalle touches your core:
physically and mentally.
Pascalle
gives deep massages without you understanding how she does that. She does
not push into your muscles hard, she does not walk on your back, she does
not twist your body in strange ways... she will never hurt you. Nevertheless,
her treatment will have inimitably much effect. Examples: My starting mouse
arm just needed one treatment. For many years I had rigid neck muscles
and sometimes a headache as a result. In the period Pascalle used to massage
me once a month I did not have the complaint anymore. (Half a year after
she left the ailment came back.)
Furthermore
I enjoy her saying little. Silence is okay. There is room to concentrate
yourself on her hands or to let yourself slip away into nothing. But the
times I did ask her a question, I got unconventional answers. Answers that
took me further. Pascalle will give you energy and strength. She will breath
new life into you. She is commendable.” LWW. April 2008, The Netherlands
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“Thanks
Jelle for your wonderful treatments. Your bodywork truly makes a difference!
I experienced a lot more freedom and relaxation in my body. The way you
work is profound and professional. Jelle is passionate about his work.
His knowledge and hands know how to set a body free, more than one has
ever felt before!” CvL, May 2008, Den Haag The Netherlands
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“After a hernia operation in 1997, it was in 1998
for the first time, I visited Jelle and Pascalle in Amsterdam. I was suffering
from severe pain in my back and there were times that I could hardly walk.
Each time Jelle and Pascalle were able to treat me in a way that would
enable me to move without pain again. I experienced the treatment not only
as useful, but also very pleasant.
Every appointment
became a pleasure I looked forward to, a joy for my body and mind. The
combination of gentle music, the alternation of light and deeper massages,
(you ‘think’ you feel pain; but actually you do not ‘feel’
pain) and conversations varied with silences, made it a relaxing and invigorating
session.” Theo ten Hagen, June 2008, The Netherlands
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“Several
years ago, I got bad news from my doctor. I had to live with the fact that
I had a neck hernia. I have been at several different doctors and specialists,
but no one could help me. Until I got treatments from Jelle Schaegen. He
treated me every four weeks for 2 hours, with the result that I was able
to sleep on both sides again and could stretch my arms above my head. Sadly,
I can not proceed with his amazing treatment, considering he moved to Spain.”
Jan van de Walle, May 2008, NH The Netherlands
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“Hi
Jelle, I want to thank you for the good treatments which you gave me during
the last 16 years. Since we met in Meerssen I frequently came to your place
for treatments and always with success. I find it very annoying that you
are living so far away now. Although the last time that I looked you up
in Spain was successful too.
For weeks already I was suffering from pain in my hip
and my thoughts were: Oh my, this is going to become an operation. But
you said: let me work on that. You worked for 2 hours, and hard to believe
after two days I could walk around again without any little pain.
I am 71 years
and feel great, walked the ‘Van Dam tot Damloop’ and about
two weeks ago the ‘Bollentocht Loop’ quite a rough course through
the fields lasting 4 hours. Furthermore I play tennis, I play golf and
I do aerobics two times a week, which makes me feel completely happy. I
continue to think that I owe that to you and how you recommend. You have
an incredible knowledge of the body and give very good advice which I always
followed, I have to say though.
Jelle to
me you are a wizard and if I am in Spain I will certainly visit you again.
Lots of luck and kind greetings for Pascalle. I will continue to think
of you. Greetings, Henny” May 2008, NH The Netherlands
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“During the time that Jelle and
Pascalle were still living in Holland I was a long-time client of them.
By means of their intensive massage they made me more aware of my body
and the influence it could exert on my mind. Those sessions were of great
value to me. Jelle and Pascalle are no short-term thinkers, instead they
devotedly invest with undivided focus on your well-being, take time to
do that and build on durable insight. I have searched, but never found
any such good masseurs like them again. If they should come back to The
Netherlands I am going to be their first client!” L. Slok, May 2008,
Hilversum The Netherlands
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“In
the course of one year I’ve done some 18 sessions with Jelle. Hadn’t
he and Pascalle moved to Spain, I’d certainly have continued. I have
experienced Jelle, plainly as a very skilled and reliable professional,
with great erudition, curiosity and love for the people he works with.
Especially his approach to the iliopsoas, shoulders, and hips, and also
his facial massage, breath and throat work are very alive in my memory!
This can be called: `being in good hands’, in an interactive process.
Sometimes the waves needed to be rough, oftentimes I experienced it like
a vital, still subtle, body meditation practice. I’m very grateful
to him, and can really advise you to get a taste of his holistic advanced
bodywork approach.” AvW, May 2008, Amsterdam The Netherlands
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“When
I came to you for the first time, I had that feeling I could not move.
Unmovable like a block, physically and psychically. I was willing though,
but just could not make a step. Above that I was not able to connect things
in my life: work, happiness, health, my spiritual development. I had all
kinds of smaller and larger ailments; one after another. Because of yours
and Jelle’s warmhearted treatments, my body came back to life and
started to feel whole and light. Many things went back in organized relation
to each other. As ‘desert’, psoas massages made it possible
‘to wag my tail’ again. Doing two years without, I am still
profiting on a daily basis and now I notice in the right time, when contracting
too much and becoming less movable.” G.R. 52 years, June 2008, The
Netherlands.
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“You
can not always prevent, because of too much work in the office in combination
with troubling family circumstances, that you will overload yourself. As
result from that I got pain in my shoulders and lower back. A friend of
mine told me about Jelle. The first times he treated me would take considerable
time, untying all the muscles, but it helped me a great lot. Feeling restored
physically enabled me to handle more mentally as well.
So,
I almost fell into the trap of doing too much again. However, he also taught
me how to walk, sit and breath. That is how I managed, with another session
once in a while, to keep my body in good shape.
During
the treatments certain strokes can be very painful. But it is almost miraculous
to notice how your movability increases afterwards. Alas, he lives in Spain
now and I miss his work, one cannot always avoid becoming tense in some
way. But as bad as what befell to me that time, will certainly not happen
again because of all the lessons he gave to me as well.” Nienke Feenstra,
June 2008 The Netherlands
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“It
is a pity that Jelle Schaegen moved to Marbella.
Nice for him to be there in a warm sunny climate, but for me it is a loss!
For ten years, normally every 6 weeks, I went there. And it helped me a
lot. He always gave me good advise. How to walk, move, but also other kind
of things. I enjoyed it very much. So, I miss him every day… I didn't
find somebody who does the same treatment.” Manja de Vries, May 2008,
Amsterdam The Netherlands
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“Jelle's
and Pascalle's bodywork releases a lifetime of tension and blockage. In
my experience over several years, each and every time they tune in respectfully
to your needs and take it from there. Apart from deep and lasting physical
relaxation and opening, they can look and work at deeper levels to bring
insight and a a fresh perspective. Highly recommended!” K.J. Donkers,
May 2008, Marken The Netherlands
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“I
met Jelle 2 years ago and he changed my view in how to treat your own body
when you're not feeling good and having pain constantly. For me it was
a surprising discovery. I had a lower back pain for more than 10 years.
At the end you get used to the pain and it became a part of my daily life.
Via mouth to mouth, I heard of Jelle and I thought I give it a try... again.
I went to so many specialists and nothing helped so far, so without intentions
I visited Jelle.
I must say
it was an amazing experience. Jelle looked at me and said: I can help you,
I know your problem. Of course I was quite reserved in the beginning, but
after a few treatments I felt the difference. I had a very tough period
and it was sometimes difficult to go to Jelle, but the thought of being
cured was too important to let it go. I can do whatever I want now and
it feels great. It's my pleasure to tell this and again Jelle, thanks a
million, you saved me!!” Robert, May 2008, NH The Netherlands
