UNBLOCKING THE BODY: Releasing Psychic and Emotional Blocks through Manual Therapy
Workshop Title: When the Body Remembers: Releasing Emotional Blocks Through Therapeutic Touch.
Main Focus & Topic
This immersive workshop explores the mind-body connection, focusing on how emotional memory and unresolved psychic tension are stored in the body — and how they can be released through manual therapeutic touch.
Based on the Californian Emotional Massage technique developed at the Esalen Institute in the 1970s, this method integrates Western psychology and Eastern holistic wisdom, combining emotional awareness with physical release.can create instant improvements in mobility, posture, and performance.
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Introduce Master Jonathan van Put
✨ Special Guest of Honor & President ✨
We are honored to welcome Jonathan Van Put, Founder and President of the Federation representing the world of Manual Therapy, Massage & Nuad Thai.
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Recognized Master of Ancient Traditional Massotherapy, with over 46 specializations across Eastern and Western techniques, CEO & Founder of NAGA and the Official World Championship of Massage & Manual Therapy…. continue on Instagram
This experience is ideal for:
- Manual therapists and massage professionals
- Body-oriented psychotherapists
- Somatic practitioners
- Anyone interested in trauma-informed touch and emotional healing
What You’ll Learn
1) Emotional Body Mapping
Learn to identify how unprocessed emotions manifest in the body’s tissues and posture.
2) Touch as a Tool for Healing
Explore therapeutic contact that supports emotional safety, groundedness, and nervous system regulation.
3) Release Techniques
Hands-on methods to unlock emotional blocks and tension patterns through intentional, compassionate touch.
4) East Meets West Integration
Combine intuitive bodywork with an understanding of Western psychosomatics and Eastern energy flow model
What Makes This Unique
This is not just a massage — it’s a transformational body-based experience. Jonathan’s method bridges emotional healing with skilled manual therapy, using touch as a bridge between memory and release. Participants learn to create a safe therapeutic space where healing happens not just through technique, but through presence and intention.
Required Materials
- Comfortable clothing for bodywork
- A notebook for reflections and journaling
Duration & Logistics
This workshop is designed for a 2,5 – hour duration.
Ready to Join This Workshop?
Workshop Only: €100.00
- 2,5-hour hands-on workshop with Master Jonathan Van Put
- Workshop participation certificate
- Access to event venue during workshop and championship from friday to sunday.
- Small group learning format
Event Details:
Date and Location: The Second Official Croatian International Championship in Massage – Manual Therapy – Nuad Thai ©® 2026 will be held in Zagreb from April 24 to 26, 2026, at Čeśki Narodni Dom, Ul. Pavla Šubića 20, 10000, Croatia.
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Registration for Championship:
The registration deadline is April 10, 2026. Click the registration link and secure your spot at this prestigious event:
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