Find an Anat Baniel Method® Neuromovement® Practitioner
A Parent’s Guide to Neuroplasticity Movement for Children
Parents often search for qualified Anat Baniel Method® Neuromovement® practitioners to support their child’s development, learning, and movement.
The Anat Baniel Method® Neuromovement® is a brain-based movement approach that helps the brain form new neural connections through gentle movement lessons. Practitioners around the world work with infants, children, and adults with a wide range of neurological and developmental challenges.
This directory lists certified practitioners by country and region to help families find someone near them.
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United States
California
Amber Schneider, ABMP
Santa Clarita, California, United States
https://neurostrides.com
Avani Zaidi, ABMP
Upland, California, United States
Birgit Jung-Schmitt, ABMP
Oak View, California, United States
https://birgitjungschmitt.com
Brad Beldner, ABMP
Palo Alto, California, United States
https://bradbeldner.com
Bryan Thunstrom, ABMP
Carlsbad, California, United States
Cherilyn Nehira, ABMP
El Cerrito, California, United States
Chris Fernie, ABMP
Berkeley, California, United States
https://theiit.org
Chrish Kresge, ABMP
Mountain View, California, United States
CJ Tatum, ABMP
Nipomo, California, United States
Dalit Broner, ABMP
Novato, California, United States
https://pathwaystomovement.com
Deb Deppe, ABMP
Eureka, California, United States
Diane Curriden, ABMP
Solvang, California, United States
https://valleyalternativehealing.com
Doreen Orme, ABMP
Willits, California, United States
Gabriele Lorf-Allen, ABMP
Oakland, California, United States
https://cpecchildren.org
Gail Rinn, ABMP
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Hollie Young, ABMP
Eureka, California, United States
Jean Weitensteiner, ABMP
Carpinteria, California, United States
Jennifer Davis, ABMP
Truckee, California, United States
Katie Lewis, ABMP
San Rafael, California, United States
Linda Tazberikova, ABMP
La Verne, California, United States
https://lindatazberikova.com
Magda Gorecka, ABMP
Torrance, California, United States
https://movementhorizons.com
Mark Lubarsky, ABMP
San Mateo, California, United States
https://brainature.com
Michelle Vine, ABMP
San Rafael, California, United States
https://movelearnmarin.com
Naffie Fischbacher, ABMP
Danville, California, United States
https://naffiefischbacher.com
Naomi Ora Swanson, ABMP
Santa Rosa, California, United States
https://emotioninmotion.org
Neil Sharp, ABMP
San Rafael, California, United States
https://abmneuro.com
Olga Lubarsky, ABMP
San Mateo, California, United States
https://brainature.com
Paige Taylor, ABMP
Huntington Beach, California, United States
Peggy Chipkin, ABMP
Mill Valley, California, United States
Roi Chairat, ABMP
Claremont, California, United States
https://roichairat.com
Ruti Gorel, ABMP
Novato, California, United States
https://marinfeldenkrais.com
Sharon Tomsky, ABMP
Richmond, California, United States
Tracy Melchior, ABMP
San Diego, California, United States
https://tracymelchior.com
New York
Ariana Speyer, ABMP
New York, New York, United States
https://arianaspeyer.com
Chaya Mushka Silberberg, ABMP
Brooklyn, New York, United States
https://consciousmovement.com
Dvora New, ABMP
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Elizabeth Chaya Shapiro, ABMP
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Marcy Lindheimer, ABMP
New York, New York, United States
https://marcylindheimer.com
Meredith Summerville, ABMP
Bronx, New York, United States
https://meredithsummerville.com
Michelle Tom, ABMP
New York, New York, United States
Patricia Wahl, ABMP
Tuckahoe, New York, United States
https://wellmindedmovement.com
Sharon Oliensis, ABMP
Brooklyn, New York, United States
https://sharonoliensis.com
Silvia Voss, ABMP
New York, New York, United States
Stefanie Proessl, ABMP
New York, New York, United States
Yonah Daniella Gershator, ABMP
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Zahava Wilson, ABMP
West Hurley, New York, United States
https://zahavawilsonpt.com
Washington
Denise Skinner, ABMP
Bellingham, Washington, United States
https://awakenedbodymind.com
Marsha Novak, ABMP
Bainbridge Island, Washington, United States
https://movingwell.net
Paige Clark, ABMP
Seattle, Washington, United States
https://brightmindmovement.com
Sarah Thomas, ABMP
Tacoma, Washington, United States
https://mindsthatmove.com
Massachusetts
Donna Messinger, ABMP
Newton, Massachusetts, United States
Irina Tuuli, ABMP
Ayer, Massachusetts, United States
https://gracefulbrain.com
Matty Wilkinson, ABMP
Arlington, Massachusetts, United States
https://themovingcenter.org
Colorado
Aaron Harper, ABMP
Peyton, Colorado, United States
Ashley Cook, ABMP
Durango, Colorado, United States
Diane Zimmermann, ABMP
Niwot, Colorado, United States
https://pathwaysneurofitness.com
Katie Morrell, ABMP
Lafayette, Colorado, United States
https://katiemorrell.com
Paola Smith, ABMP
Centennial, Colorado, United States
https://neurooptions.com
Florida
Bonnie Kissam, ABMP
Sarasota, Florida, United States
https://bonniekissam.com
Honor S. Hartzog, ABMP
Fort White, Florida, United States
Jenna Stewart, ABMP
Melbourne, Florida, United States
https://connectivitycenter.net
Kelly Miller, ABMP
West Melbourne, Florida, United States
Naomi Winner, ABMP
Boca Raton, Florida, United States
Rebecca Butler, ABMP
Cocoa, Florida, United States
https://theneuroplasticitycenter.com
Ruxandra Faraon, ABMP
Weston, Florida, United States
Val Komar, ABMP
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
https://valkomar.com
Texas
Alisa Franklin, ABMP
Houston, Texas, United States
Carole Keefe, ABMP
Austin, Texas, United States
https://movementforlastingchange.com
Christi Rodakis, ABMP
Dallas, Texas, United States
Claudia Schleyer, ABMP
Kingwood, Texas, United States
https://mindandmovementworks.com
Cynthia Manes, ABMP
San Antonio, Texas, United States
https://dynamiclearningmoment.com
Keri Perrone, ABMP
Cameron, Texas, United States
Merav Greenberg, ABMP
Austin, Texas, United States
https://meravgreenberg.com
Sandra L. Rojas, ABMP
San Antonio, Texas, United States
https://sandrarojaspllc.com
Steven Perrone, ABMP
Cameron, Texas, United States
Viviana Contreras, ABMP
Houston, Texas, United States
Illinois
Lisa Lappano, ABMP
Barrington, Illinois, United States
Steven Holtz, ABMP
Deerfield, Illinois, United States
https://stevenholtz.com
Constance Butler, ABMP
Downers Grove, Illinois, United States
https://movementtherapyassociates.com
Oregon
Kathy Shean-Jones, ABMP
Portland, Oregon, United States
https://moveabilities.com
Kelly Marcin, ABMP
Tualatin, Oregon, United States
https://neuroexplorations.com
Patricia Holman, ABMP
Ashland, Oregon, United States
https://mindmovinglearning.com
Joanna Cutler, ABMP
Portland, Oregon, United States
https://neurobodyworks.com
Arizona
Friederike Almstedt, ABMP
Tucson, Arizona, United States
https://moved-to-learn.com
Jon Martinez, ABMP
Tucson, Arizona, United States
https://movementmattersllc.com
Marilyn Suhajda, ABMP
Tucson, Arizona, United States
North Carolina
Erica Cice, ABMP
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
https://ericacice.com
Irene Dunn, ABMP
Davidson, North Carolina, United States
https://irenedunn.com
Jackie Moore, ABMP
Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
https://movemoorelearning.com
Lara Gillease, ABMP
Asheville, North Carolina, United States
https://larasintegrativemovement.com
Mark Reynolds, ABMP
Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
https://movementpotentialstudio.com
Whitney Cartier, ABMP
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
https://elitemovement.org
Pennsylvania
Kathy O'Neil, ABMP
Doylestown, Pennsylvania, United States
https://evergreenintegration.com
Maria Cossu, ABMP
Venetia, Pennsylvania, United States
https://palaiou.com
Tracey Emrey, ABMP
Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania, United States
Virginia
Adrienne Penebre, ABMP
Lynchburg, Virginia, United States
https://moovy.org
Anuradha Velapakkam Ramamurthy, ABMP
Ashburn, Virginia, United States
https://neuroevolve.com
Carla Oswald Reed, ABMP
Sterling, Virginia, United States
https://movementtowholeness.com
Kara Kendellen, ABMP
Woodbridge, Virginia, United States
Kelly Polinkas, ABMP
Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Sile Ellison-NiChionna, ABMP
Elk Creek, Virginia, United States
Minnesota
Kathilyn Solomon, ABMP
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
https://miraclenotmiraclelife.com
New Jersey
Amy Celento, ABMP
Nutley, New Jersey, United States
https://brainbodyvitality.com
John Kwak, ABMP
Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States
Nancy Neiditz, ABMP
Demarest, New Jersey, United States
https://nancyspt4kids.com
Canada
British Columbia
Brenda Grenier, ABMP
Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
Claire Sandham, ABMP
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.clairesandham.ca
Dale Fuhr, ABMP
Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada
https://movetherapies.com
Diana Harold, ABMP
Cobble Hill, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.restmovegrow.com
Fiona McLagan, ABMP
Duncan, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.prodigymovement.ca
Franca Di Nunzio, ABMP
Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Hang Jun Kang, ABMP
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
https://idealmindmotion.com
Heather Benning, ABMP
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.thrivingmindmovement.com
Hilary Mason, ABMP
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.klinikvancouver.com
Jacqueline Martin, ABMP
Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada
https://movementalchemy.com
Jen Stewart, ABMP
Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada
https://mindfullmoves.com
Jenny Abrams, ABMP
Cobble Hill, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.prodigymovement.ca
Laura Friesen, ABMP
Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada
https://friesenholisticwellness.com
Mary Lou Stanley, ABMP
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
https://www.jerichophysio.ca
Michelle Mark, ABMP
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
https://michellemark.ca
Nicole Morris, ABMP
Penticton, British Columbia, Canada
Robyn Roper, ABMP
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
https://robynroper.com
Tanya Shklanka, ABMP
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
https://changeyourbrain.ca
Alberta
Jennifer Hayes Starratt, ABMP
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
https://calgaryneuroplasticitycentre.com
Kristen Traverse, ABMP
Lloydminster, Alberta, Canada
https://kristentraverse.com
Rachael Klemke, ABMP
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Renee Gray, ABMP
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
https://moveintegrate.com
Scott Klemke, ABMP
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
https://scottklemke.com
Zoe Ringham, ABMP
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
https://www.zoeringham.com
Saskatchewan
Dan Ouellette, ABMP
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
https://www.bimt.ca
Carrie Franks, ABMP
Maidstone, Saskatchewan, Canada
Chris Mealing, ABMP
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada
Ellie Boyenko, ABMP
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Sarah Hjelsing, ABMP
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
https://brainbodyconnections.ca
Manitoba
There are currently no listed Anat Baniel Method® practitioners in Manitoba.
Ontario
Aida Kadic, ABMP
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
https://movementblossoms.com
Alexander SenGupta, ABMP
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Christine L'Abbé, ABMP
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
https://evolvemovement.ca
Colleen de Wit, ABMP
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
https://neurolearning.ca
Joan Kalmring, ABMP
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Joanne Naccarato, ABMP
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
https://neuroclinicbarrie.com
Judith Dack, ABMP
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
https://uptownstudio.ca
Judy Cheng, ABMP
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
https://movetolearn.ca
Lea Young, ABMP
Thornhill, Ontario, Canada
R. Murna Murnaghan, ABMP
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Quebec
Heidi Rood, ABMP
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
https://healwithmovement.com
Joana Talafre, ABMP
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
https://neurosomatic.org
Nova Scotia
There are currently no listed Anat Baniel Method® practitioners in Nova Scotia.
New Brunswick
There are currently no listed Anat Baniel Method® practitioners in New Brunswick.
Prince Edward Island
Alexandra Durant, ABMP
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
https://refinedinaction.com
Lorrie Jollimore, ABMP
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
https://movementandvitality.ca
Newfoundland and Labrador
There are currently no listed Anat Baniel Method® practitioners in Newfounland and Labrador.
Europe
Belgium
Marianne Nelissen, ABMP
Antwerp, Belgium
https://marianne-nelissen.com
Ness Luczynska-Ocsinberg, ABMP
Hoeilaart, Belgium
https://neuroness.com
Czech Republic
Hana Benickova, ABMP
Zlín, Czech Republic
https://easymove.cz
Denmark
Nana Gravesen, ABMP
Copenhagen, Denmark
https://neurohorizons.dk
Viktor Rasmussen, ABMP
Copenhagen, Denmark
France
Ekaterina Boldyreva, ABMP
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France
https://neuroalpes.com
Pamela Goble, ABMP
Montcuq-en-Quercy-Blanc, France
Yves Gélineau-Larrivet, ABMP
Versailles, Île-de-France, France
https://anatbanielmethod-france.com
Germany
Antje Jockel, ABMP
Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany
Birgit Prinz, ABMP
Mühltal, Hessen, Germany
https://birgitprinz.de
Bruna Sachse, ABMP
Rehborn, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany
https://brunasachse.com
Gulbin Kiranoglu, ABMP
Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Marc Angermann, ABMP
Kamenz, Sachsen, Germany
https://marc-angermann.de
Mark Ginsburg, ABMP
Berlin, Germany
https://movementlife.de
Seniz Tatar, ABMP
Anzing, Bavaria, Germany
https://rewireacademy.com
Malta
Lucienne Scicluna, ABMP
Dingli, Malta
Netherlands
Christelle Garnier, ABMP
Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands
https://christellegarnier.com
Corine Buijsman, ABMP
Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands
https://sensus.nu
Eveline Labots, ABMP
Tiel, Gelderland, Netherlands
Gert-Jaap van Dijk, ABMP
Havelte, Drenthe, Netherlands
https://subtielbewegen.nl
Halil Arslan, ABMP
The Hague, Netherlands
Judith Simon, ABMP
Leusden, Utrecht, Netherlands
https://neuromovement.nl
Laura van Aarssen, ABMP
Deurne, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands
https://lauravanaarssen.nl
Leon d’Oliveira, ABMP
Lelystad, Flevoland, Netherlands
https://praktijkneuroverbinding.nl
Marieke Tijs, ABMP
Doorn, Utrecht, Netherlands
https://neurobeweging.nl
Wendela Oosthoek, ABMP
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Norway
Ann Iren Glimsdal, ABMP
Barstadvik, Møre og Romsdal, Norway
https://rorsleriet.no
Olav Aabrekk, ABMP
Sandane, Vestland, Norway
Portugal
Ana Gomes, ABMP
Cascais, Lisbon, Portugal
https://anagomesneuromovement.com
Marina Deniseva, ABMP
Porto, Portugal
Tatiana Reymarova, ABMP
Agua Retorta, Azores, Portugal
https://meaningfulbody.com
Romania
Julia Nagy, ABMP
Bucharest, Romania
Slovakia
Viktoria Kusnirikova, ABMP
Košice, Slovakia
Spain
Juan Carlos Concha Matus, ABMP
Illes Balears, Spain
https://juancarlosconcha.com
Sweden
Jane Green, ABMP
Söderhamn, Sweden
Mona Peter, ABMP
Mölnbo, Stockholm County, Sweden
Switzerland
Heike Joas, ABMP
Sigriswil, Bern, Switzerland
https://move2smile.ch
Mark Keogh, ABMP
Zurich, Switzerland
https://markkeogh.com
Nancy Aberle, ABMP
Zurich, Switzerland
https://nancyaberle.com
United Kingdom
Danae Bellenis, ABMP
Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom
Michelle Wheatley, ABMP
Ventnor, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
https://michellewheatley.com
Nilay Ersen, ABMP
St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Pan Ferendinos, ABMP
London, England, United Kingdom
https://taraxacumconsulting.com
Sean Williams, ABMP
Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
https://brightonlearninghouse.co.uk
Sharon Afx, ABMP
Colchester, England, United Kingdom
Shirley Cornish, ABMP
Buxhall, Suffolk, United Kingdom
https://shirleycornish.com
Simon Recordon, ABMP
London, United Kingdom
https://connectionsinmotion.co.uk
William Windle, ABMP
Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Australia
New South Wales
Alexandra Dent, ABMP
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
https://www.alexandradent.com
Rachel Cawthorn, ABMP
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
https://www.rachelcawthorn.com
Deborah McDonald, ABMP
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
https://www.neuromovement.com.au
Gina Bark, ABMP
Killarney Heights, New South Wales, Australia
https://10degreesoffreedom.com
Stephen Parsons, ABMP
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
https://www.brainbodymovement.com.au
Victoria
Basak Kerimoglu, ABMP
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
https://basakkerimoglu.com
Julie Hammond, ABMP
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
https://www.juliehammond.com.au
Leah Davidson, ABMP
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
https://www.neuromovementmelbourne.com
Lisa Spencer, ABMP
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
https://www.brainbodyrewire.com
Sonia Maginnity, ABMP
Ormond, Victoria, Australia
https://movingoutcomes.com.au
Queensland
Ann-Marie McIver, ABMP
Palmwoods, Queensland, Australia
https://consciouskinetics.com.au
Kathy Howlett, ABMP
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
https://www.neuromovementbrisbane.com
Vanita Karandikar, ABMP
Bridgeman Downs, Queensland, Australia
Western Australia
Robyn Brown, ABMP
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
https://www.neuromovementperth.com
Sarah Brodie, ABMP
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
https://www.sarahbrodie.com
Veronica Metcalf, ABMP
Crossman, Western Australia, Australia
South Australia
Catherine Gray, ABMP
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
https://www.neuromovementadelaide.com
New Zealand
Rebekah Cozens, ABMP
Auckland, New Zealand
Asia
Turkey
Alime Saraydere, ABMP
Antalya, Antalya, Turkey
Beril Tokcan, ABMP
Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
Dilay Seda Özgen, ABMP
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey
https://harekettasarimi.com
Ilgin Sahiner, ABMP
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey
Hong Kong
Anisha Laungani, ABMP
Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong
https://www.transformativemovement.com
Israel
Anna Bogutskaia, ABMP
Petah Tikva, Center District, Israel
Eytan Lerner, ABMP
Kfar Saba, Center District, Israel
https://www.themovingcenterisrael.com
Lisa Arya, ABMP
Rishon LeZion, Center District, Israel
Reut Stahi Hitin, ABMP
Rehovot, Center District, Israel
Shosh Lederman, ABMP
Jerusalem, Israel
Tal Shafir, ABMP
Haifa, Northern District, Israel
https://lifechangingmovement.com
Japan
Aragaki Masahiko, ABMP
Fuchu, Tokyo, Japan
Masayuki Nakatani, ABMP
Meguro, Tokyo, Japan
Noriko Sawaki, ABMP
Kobe, Hyogo, Japan
India
Arti Deo, ABMP
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
https://www.artideo.com
Philippines
Elizabeth Abela, ABMP
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines
United Arab Emirates
Julia Prokopeva, ABMP
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
https://moveandimprove.me
South Korea
Sung Min (Chris) In, ABMP
Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea
https://idealmindmotion.com
Yoonhee Kim, ABMP
Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
South America
Chile
Antonia Maria Rojas Roco, ABMP
Santiago, Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile
https://antoniarojasroco.com
Francisca Sabugo, ABMP
Santiago, Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile
Macarena Diaz, ABMP
Santiago, Región Metropolitana de Santiago, Chile
https://macarenadiaz.com
Argentina
Sole Junquera, ABMP
Pinamar, Buenos Aires, Argentina
https://cerebra.com.ar
Africa
South Africa
Antoinette Harvie, ABMP
Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
https://neurogenesis.co.za
Terry Sundstrom, ABMP
Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa
https://neurogenesis.co.za
Egypt
Hoda Ellackany, ABMP
Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt
How the Anat Baniel Method® Compares to Other Neurodevelopment Approaches
Parents exploring neuroplasticity-based therapies may also come across other approaches that focus on brain development and movement.
Some of these include:
• Feldenkrais Method
• Primitive Reflex Integration
• Rhythmic Movement Training
• Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI)
• DIR Floortime
• Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI)
Each approach has its own philosophy and techniques, but many share a common goal: supporting the brain’s ability to learn and develop through movement, awareness, and interaction.
Exploring multiple approaches can help parents determine which methods best match their child’s needs.
Can Parents Use These Principles at Home?
Many parents want to know if they can support their child’s development outside of therapy sessions.
Because the Anat Baniel Method® is based on how the brain learns, small changes in how movement and interaction are introduced at home can make a meaningful difference.
Learning how to introduce gentle variations in movement, slow down interactions, and help the child notice their own movements can create many more opportunities for the brain to learn throughout the day.
For parents who want to explore these principles at home, structured guidance can be very helpful.
The MiniMoves program shows parents simple ways to introduce gentle neuroplasticity-based movements at home, helping create more daily opportunities for the brain to learn.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Anat Baniel Method® help cerebral palsy?
Many families with children who have cerebral palsy explore the Anat Baniel Method® because it focuses on helping the brain organize movement more efficiently.
Is the Anat Baniel Method® physical therapy?
The method focuses on helping the brain learn through movement rather than strengthening or stretching muscles directly.
Can older children benefit from the Anat Baniel Method®?
Yes. Because neuroplasticity continues throughout life, older children and even adults can benefit from learning new movement patterns.
