Somatic Unwinding

Experience lasting transformation mentally, emotionally & physically by releasing the stress and emotions your body holds on to

The thoughts and beliefs you hold shape the way you see and experience the world, influencing your decisions, how you perceive things, interact with the world and people etc. What many people don’t know is that the nervous system plays a vital role in shaping those thoughts and beliefs. Past experiences—especially those involving stress, trauma, or unresolved emotions—get stored in your body, affecting the state of your nervous system. Over time, this can leave you stuck in patterns of tension, anxiety, or self-doubt, keeping you from creating the life you truly want, or the change you wish to see—be it in relationships, your career, your relationship to self, improving your overall health, managing stress, setting boundaries, or breaking free from old habits or emotional cycles.

Without addressing the nervous system and body, changing your thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors (and therefore anything in your life) can be challenging. That’s where Somatic Unwinding comes in. This gentle, yet transformative and powerful treatment helps you enter a deeply relaxed parasympathetic state, where techniques like fascial unwinding, organ massage, Polynesian footwork and energy healing are applied to safely release stored stress and emotions. As this tension is released, your nervous system rewires over time, creating space for new, healthier patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving.

By addressing the root causes held in your body, Somatic Unwinding helps you experience lasting transformation—mentally, emotionally, physically. Real, lasting change happens from the inside out, and it all begins with your body. Read more examples on what Somatic Unwinding can help with below.

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Somatic unwinding can help with:

  • Deep relaxation, grounding and stress release

  • Burnout recovery & nervous system regulation

  • Reducing and healing pain, chronic pain and stiffness across the whole body ex. back pain, muscle tension

  • Mental clarity, rigid thoughts, limiting beliefs

  • Managing and reducing anxiety

  • Recurring disease ex. colds, headaches, migraines etc.

  • Releasing trauma & emotional blocks in a safe and gentle way

  • Improved sleep & sleep problems

  • Increased self-awareness, body connection

  • Increasing vitality, energy, joy and a sense of calm

  • Hormone balance, PMS, hormonal acne

And so much more. In the initial consultation call we’ll discuss whether somatic unwinding suits your situation (more info below).

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The process for working together:

  1. Book your first 75 minute somatic unwinding session by clicking the link below or by emailing me at info@piakempe.com. The sessions are in Kallio on Sundays & Punavuori all other days.

  2. In your first session, we’ll chat through your situation, what you want support with, your goals etc. I’ll also explain what somatic unwinding is, the process, what to expect & answer any questions you may have. After the initial chat, we’ll continue with the unwinding work.

  3. After experiencing the work, you have the option to purchase a bundle or join a program. Please read the descriptions of the different options below to see what would best fit your needs. We’ll also chat through these in your first session.

  • "Pia's somatic unwinding session was incredible. I've had issues with my sciatica for 6 months and after Pia's treatment, my pain has almost disappeared completely (I plan on continuing my treatments with Pia). Pia listened carefully to me and my body both before and during the treatment and knew exactly where she was able to push and where to go more gently - she truly connects with the body and knows what it needs. She creates a beautiful space for you to relax when she does her magical work. I cannot recommend Pia enough and I'm looking forward to continuing my treatments with her!"

    Woman, 33, Sciatica pain

  • "I had the pleasure of receiving Pia’s somatic treatment, and I can strongly recommend it to anyone needing a holistically grounding experience. Pia is thorough and patient in her healing methods. She is warm and kind as a person, and highly perceptive as a coach. During the treatment I felt at peace, and many blockages got unstuck. I felt like this was just what I needed. I will definitely revisit her sessions!"

    Woman, 31, Body aches & pains

  • "I had a somatic unwinding session with Pia, not knowing what to expect, looking for something to help my back pain and clear my body. I couldn't have asked for more, the session was magical, Pia somehow knowing exactly where my body needed to be pulled, pushed, or massaged, leaving me in a state of grounded bliss. I highly recommend it!"

    Woman, 28, Back pain & clearing body

Session bundles

Bundles of 3, 5 or 10 sessions that you can use whenever you want over the period of one year.

Healing program

A 6-month program with sessions every 3-4 weeks & unlimited support in-between sessions.

Frequently asked questions:

    1. Book your first 75 minute somatic unwinding session here or by emailing me at info@piakempe.com

    2. In your first session, we’ll chat through your situation, what you want support with, your goals etc. I’ll also explain what somatic unwinding is, the process, what to expect & answer any questions you may have. After the initial chat, we’ll continue with the unwinding work.

    3. After experiencing the work, you have the option to purchase a bundle or join a program. We’ll also chat through these in your first session.

  • A one-off session is great for relaxation & relief. However, clients see the most significant transformation, change and symptom relief through regular sessions (this is comparable to wanting to get fit - you may feel energised after one workout, however actual change requires frequency and repetition). Additionally, as we work with the body e.g. on a subconscious level, it often takes a few sessions for your body to trust mine (especially if you haven't experienced this kind of work before).

    My recommendation to truly see the impact of this work is a minimum of 3 sessions, but we'll discuss the most suitable option for you in the initial consultation call.

  • Prior to the session I'd recommend drinking plenty of water and wearing comfortable clothes. Other than that, there's nothing you have to do to prepare.

    All sessions are different and tailored to the individual. However, typically we start with a conversation on how you're feeling, the change you've experienced since the session prior, any challenges or specific pain points, how your body is feeling etc.

    After the initial discussion, we'll continue with Somatic Unwinding. During the session you'll lie down, relax, breathe and receive. Often, people enter a deep relaxed almost sleep-like recovery state.

    After the session we'll have time for a short chat on anything that came up during the session, aftercare and any practices I'd recommend in-between sessions to support your process.

  • The number of sessions varies depending on your intention, situation and state. Some clients feel significant shifts after 3 sessions (this is my recommended minimum), while others may choose to continue longer for deeper transformation and ongoing support. We’ll discuss what works best for you in our consultation call.

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    I also work abroad during my travels.

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    M.Sc. Marketing from Hanken School of Economics 2014 - 2017

    B.Sc. Marketing from Hanken School of Economics 2010 - 2014

    Hundreds of hours of education and researching self development, healing, spirituality, nutrition, psychology and more.

    The school of life: Personal history and understanding of healing relationship with self, chronic stress, body image disorders, unhealthy eating patterns, boundary setting, unhealthy relationship patterns, people pleasing etc.