WELCOME TO YOUR
SANCTUARY FOR
WHOLENESS
Harmonize your body and quiet your mind through the restorative touch of myofascial release and the healing power of sound.
Welcome
I’m Kristin Ponzi, and I created Essence Body Work to help you navigate the journey back to your center.
I offer you more than just pain relief; I have found that the most profound healing happens when we address both the structure of the body and the rhythm of the nervous system. We approach your care with deep compassion and individualized, trauma informed attention.
By specializing in the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach to unlock physical restrictions and Sound and Vibrational therapies to soothe the mind and spirit, we provide the expert hands-on support and tools you need to facilitate lasting healing and transformation.
The work we offer can assist you with:
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Chronic pain & structural issues
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Joint and nerve dysfunction
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Recovery & trauma
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Mental & emotional wellbeing
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Mental clarity & focus
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Sleep & restoration
Beyond the relief of symptoms, we help you to rediscover a profound sense of wholeness as we bridge the connection between your physical structure and your inner essence.
Sound & Vibrational Therapy
Sound and Vibrational therapy combines powerful vibration from various tools like singing bowls or tuning forks with the audible sound and frequency to create profound effects on the mind and body - reducing stress, balancing the nervous system, and creating deep rest within the body.
Kristin Ponzi
LMT | Expert Myofascial Release Therapist & Sound Therapy Practitioner
About Kristin Ponzi
After earning her business degree from Miami University, Kristin realized her true calling wasn’t in an office, but in a space where she could forge meaningful connections and facilitate genuine healing. In 2002, she graduated with honors from the American Institute of Alternative Medicine and began her career as a Licensed Massage Therapist.
Finding the "Missing Link"
The true turning point in Kristin’s practice came in 2009 when she discovered the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release (MFR) Approach. She immediately recognized it as the "missing link" in hands-on treatment, a way to move beyond temporary relief and address the root causes of pain.
For Kristin, MFR isn’t just a technique; it is a lifelong study and the cornerstone of her approach to wellness. As an Expert-level therapist, she continues to refine her craft, serving as a teaching assistant for MFR seminars and mentoring local practitioners through the Central Ohio MFR Study Group.
The Power of Resonance
In 2019, Kristin’s pursuit of holistic healing expanded further when she encountered sound therapy. After experiencing the profound mental and physical shifts of sound and vibration firsthand, she felt compelled to bring this transformative modality to her clients. She holds practitioner certifications from both the Vibrational Sound Association and the Meditate School of Mindfulness and Sound, blending clinical intuition with the restorative power of sound.
Your Partner in Healing
Kristin’s mission is simple: to help you return to an active, pain-free life while cultivating a deeper relationship with your true self. Whether through the structural release of MFR or the calming resonance of sound and vibration, her goal is to help you reconnect with your essence.
Outside of the treatment room, Kristin can be found enjoying family adventures or relaxing at her Westerville home with her husband, Joe, and their daughter.
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