Somatic, trauma-informed bodywork
that supports the release of tension,
helps ease back pain,
and brings a greater sense of calm and ease into your body
MER therapeutic bodywork
An MER therapeutic session is a trauma-informed bodywork process that creates space for the body and for the sensations, emotions, and responses that may arise within it.
I create a space where you can not only relax, but also begin to notice and understand what your body is truly holding.
This work may be supportive for you if you notice tension in your body, recurring pain, or a desire for a deeper connection with yourself.
If this is your first time, I recommend choosing the 120-minute (2-hour) session.
First MER therapeutic bodywork session (120 minutes / 2 hours)
150€
Recommended for your first experience.
Gives the body and nervous system the time needed to open and allow for deeper work.
MER therapeutic bodywork session(75 minutes / 1h 15min)
100€
Well suited for ongoing sessions and supporting the body’s natural balance.
MER therapeutic bodywork process – 5 sessions
(5 × 90 min)
585€
A structured process that allows for deeper work and supports more lasting change in the body. Well suited if you feel ready for a conscious and consistent approach to working with your body.
The recommended rhythm is one session per week.
MER therapeutic bodywork in Tallinn
MER (Myofascial Energetic Release) is a trauma-informed bodywork method that supports the release of tension, including long-held patterns of stress and emotion.
This is not a classical massage. MER therapeutic bodywork goes beyond relaxation, focusing on what the body is truly holding and how it shows up as tension, pain, or recurring patterns.
It works with the fascia — the connective tissue network that links muscles, organs, and the nervous system. When tension is held in the body over time, it can begin to show up as pain (such as back pain), stiffness, or a sense of inner restlessness.
MER bodywork focuses on releasing physical tension that is often linked to unresolved emotional patterns. As this tension softens and begins to release, you may find yourself reconnecting with the colours of life and experiencing a deeper sense of ease and lightness.
Every session is unique
Like a tailored suit, carefully adapted to your individual needs. This is not just a massage, but a deeper process that weaves together conscious touch, breath or/and movement. One of the most important aspects of this therapy is the deep connective breathing.
At first, this may feel unfamiliar or even confronting, as this breathing technique can open access to deeper layers of the subconscious, where stored and sometimes uncomfortable emotions and experiences reside. Yet this is also where its healing potential lies — in allowing you to become aware of and gradually release what has been holding you back.
Our thoughts, feelings, emotions and physical well-being are intrinsically connected. Without realising it, we often try to make sense of our feelings in the mind and become caught in old stories we have learned to tell ourselves over time.
An MER therapeutic bodywork session in Tallinn invites you to feel your emotionsrather than only think about them. It is a step towards emotional and physical release, a process that may feel new and unfamiliar, yet one that gently brings you closer to a deeper, more authentic sense of inner peace.
The core principles of MER therapeutic bodywork
Imbalances in the body are caused by excessive tension in connective tissue, unhealthy postures and psychological stress.
The body is flexible and dynamic - it is constantly changing and evolving, and capable of learning new ways to relax.
The body is a place of transformation - through conscious touch, breath and movement, profound changes can be achieved on both physical and emotional levels.
How does MER bodywork work?
Fascia (Latin for connective tissue) the fascia a soft, continuous network that runs throughout the entire body, supporting and connecting muscles and organs.
When tension builds up in the body, the fascia can become less flexible, which may lead to pain and limited movement. MER supports the release of this tension, helping the tissues regain their natural elasticity and mobility.
How to prepare for an MER fascia-based therapeutic bodywork session
If you're coming to a session for the first time, I'd recommend booking at least a 2-hour session. This will give us enough time to get to know your body in depth and to better understand what you need. It's important to come to a session in good health and to avoid taking painkillers for the 24 hours prior to your session, as these can numb your body's natural sensitivity and response to the session.
Who is MER therapeutic bodywork for, and when is it suitable?
This work may be supportive if you experience::
- chronic tension in the body
muscle and joint pain
stress and anxiety
fatigue, low energy, or emotional low states
trauma-related effects
- tension held in the body
- back pain (including chronic back pain)
MER therapeutic bodywork sessions in Tallinn support the release of accumulated tension and help you reconnect with your body.
For optimal results it is recommended to have regular MER sessions, for example once a week over a month.
When a session may not be appropriate
- during pregnancy and in cases of clinically diagnosed mental health conditions (medical approval required)
following recent surgery (within the last 3 months), with approval from your healthcare provider
- if you are currently unwell (e.g. cold, fever, runny nose, or cough)
In such cases, it is best to fully recover before attending a session.
If you feel your body is asking for attention and you are ready for a deeper shift, MER therapeutic bodywork in Tallinn can be a place to begin.
Testimonials
Raili
My path led me to reconnect with Bodhana Regina in Autumn 2020. The lower back has been my weakness. I read Bodhana's posts and the way she wrote spoke to me.
The first time, I found the very next day that my back was less tight and I was more flexible. Also, I cannot fail to mention that with Bodhana Regina, I felt at "home" , I trusted her completely.
My body was very grateful to me.
On the third time, I felt not only my physical pain, but also the emotional tension rushing out of me....I cried like a baby.
The MER massage is my absolute favourite, the interaction you have with the masseur, the way you feel your body. And of course breathing into it - I still have to learn that, as I still have a long way to go to become more self-aware 😉
At any rate, I am so happy to have found Bodhana Regina and MER.
Maarja
The experience of MER massage with Bodhana Regina has enabled me to get more "out of my head" and to get more in touch with myself and my body through resolving the processes within myself. I remember the first time, after unraveling yet another dead knot, I felt on the massage table how indescribably good it felt to be in my own body! It was the first time I had experienced something like that and it was a really empowering feeling! The anxiety and tension I often carry in our body was replaced by a feeling of pure peace and joy, and it was really enjoyable. I remember saying to Bodhana "I'm going to stay on this table forever" 😊 But you can actually integrate this feeling little by little outside of the massage time. And Bodhana, with her sensitivity, intuition and inner wisdom, really is a super masseuse. Highly recommend!
Marje
The MER massage I experienced under the hands of Bodhana Regina was unexpectedly powerful. I went with the intention of increasing my body's sensitivity and releasing the blockages in my body resulting from emotional trauma, which manifested in passivity and numbness. Indeed, 'something' was released in my back, shoulder blades, shins and even in my abdomen, although the abdomen was not massaged. I can now feel sensations even in those areas whose sensitivity had previously seemed to be switched off. During the massage, memories of difficult times in my life surfaced, and I was able to release them, to say from the bottom of my heart what was left unsaid. An important step on the way to greater clarity and freedom. Thank you! 
Kristi
Bodhana Regina is always a pleasure to visit. Fantastic person, excellent hands and a very individual approach. Even when it is painful, it is good to be under her care. 
I am very grateful to her, both my body and soul are soothed and it feels very good to be in my own skin. Soovitan soojalt.
Raili
It's remarkable the dedication Bodhana has to working with the body.. And not only that, the soul will be nourished and the body will be healed. Such a genuine and sincere presence. I am very very happy that I found you Bodhana Regina. My body and spirit thank you!
Kait
I was recommended by a friend to go for a mer massage under Bodhan's healing hands. I came to the session with exciting anticipation, and after the amazing experience I left feeling satisfied and more aware of my body.
Nemat
When I needed Bodhana the most, she was there. I knew early that I was in great hands.
Such a strong and loving presence. She helped release an old chronic pain. I feel cared for. I would always take sessions with her.
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