Integrative body therapy with a focus on fascia work
Psychodynamic Posture Integration PHI®
A path to integrating body, mind, and posture
Psychodynamic Posture Integration (PHI®) is a modern, profound method developed by Anton Eckert based on his over 30 years of experience with Postural Integration. It combines the latest findings from neurobiology, attachment research, fascia research, and integrative humanistic therapy into a holistic approach.
Body postures – an expression of our life story
Throughout our childhood and adolescence, we react to stressful or less-than-ideal life circumstances by developing protective and coping mechanisms. We learn to pull ourselves together, hold back, and tense up internally or externally. These adaptations are not only inscribed in our behavior but also in our physical structures: in muscles, fascia, and movement patterns.
When the body speaks
These internal attitudes manifest as muscular-fascial tensions, shortenings, twists, or blockages. They are arranged along anatomical lines, the so-called anatomy trains, and influence not only our external appearance but also our inner attitudes and beliefs.
To be touched – in the body and in the innermost self
Working with PHI® goes deep – physically and emotionally. Through precise touch of the fascia, not only is the body moved, but also the embodied "story" of a person is addressed. This connection between body and soul is the unique potential of PHI®: the ability to gently change ingrained external postures and the associated internal processes.
What it's really about
The goal of Psychodynamic Posture Integration is to liberate and reorganize life energy bound up in old posture and defense patterns. This leads to greater vitality, joy of life, and a deeper sense of meaning and fulfillment.
Even in just a few structured initial sessions that involve the entire body, profound, often surprising changes can unfold.
A method that connects
PHI® can be used independently as well as integrated into other body or speech therapy methods – wherever the inclusion of the body (embodiment) can deepen the therapeutic work.
The relationship between therapist and client is always central to the work. Because early traumas originate in relationships, a safe relational space is essential for healing to occur. The methods used serve as supportive tools in this process.
