I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have participated in the 6 mo' on line VM4 and 3 day hands on study group. I would like to acknowledge and praise the amazing organizational skills of Dr. Ron Mariotti, ND, BI-D; his commitment to excellence, his desire to transmit his “Vision of the whole” and the incredible work of Dr. Jean Pierre Barral, DO to their students and our patients all over the world. In the same manner, I am very grateful for the endless contributions of Grace Dedinski, RMT to the effectiveness and success of the course, for the kindness of her heart and her awesome managerial skills.

I am delighted to share that the way I practice, is changing for the better and steadily improving. There is a deeper sense of being “present and connected with the tissues”, of having a better feel of the continuity of the layers, their restrictions and extended listening areas/structures. Every day more I am trusting the tissues to guide me and allow the patient’s “Inner Intelligence” to do what is needed. What a joy to be enhancing my palpatory, diagnostic and treatment skills and be a practitioner of the “Art of Visceral Manipulation”. Thank you Dr. Mariotti for all your hard work and for always giving us of “Your best”!

Claudia Chica

Thank you for the amazing 6 month study group. The focus and detail of the anatomy information and articles created a clearer image of the structures in my mind and in my hands. I am better able to understand clinical information given by my clients. The audio palpation exercises are simply amazing in their scope and depth. I never imagined I could feel with such precision. The fact that every exercise builds on the ones before makes the seemingly impossible possible. The unique exercises in the hands-on portion tied the information together and imprinted it into my hands. The 6 month time frame allows for better integration of the material. This study group is the answer for those of us who have been wanting to deepen our skills rather than adding on new classes. Thank you for offering this class.

Dagmar

Dear Ron, It is totally incredible how can you take us on a smooth an magical journey through the body making me feel all the different layers in such a beautiful way, thanks again for everything you have created.

Bustos

“I just wanted to say that I am thoroughly enjoying this type of educational experience. I do appreciate ALL the work you have put into this project and the information we can access to become better clinicians. I found the reading and the material and layer palpation you provided invaluable for my skill enhancement in the cervical fascia region."

Patti D.

“I believe my effectiveness as a therapist is directly related to my understanding of the visceral anatomy, motility, and mobility relationships. Ron has delivered a program that puts this material in my head and my hands.”

Lucy B.

“The level of detail that is being taught in this online course was covered in the 4 day VM4 class, but if feels fresh and new to me. This is mainly because we have this rare opportunity to take a bit of information and digest it, integrate it and use it in a meaningful way before moving on to the next piece. I’m taking it in and enjoying every moment.”

Julie G.

“Wow, this study group has increased my skills as a therapist. I have a more detailed visual of the anatomy thus improving my palpation and listening skills and also more information about the tissue relationships. Excellent presentation of material!”

Donna W.

“Ron’s VM4 study group has been very helpful in further assimilating the information from the course. He guides us to use the information at a deeper level of seeing and understanding. It continues to enhance my daily work and improvements with clients!”

Linda

“I began studying the Barral techniques and information in 2007 and can honestly say that Ron’s study group, on-line information, brilliant presentation, exquisite images and detailed explanations has offered me a deeper and more fulfilling understanding of the material than I knew in the past. His passion for the work and his desire to share his knowledge with his students is exceptional. I am very grateful to have found this talented, gifted, gracious teacher.”

“This six month study group is like being led step by step by someone that spent years putting it all together. It challenges me into getting really specific regarding our visceral work, not just guessing. I want to give our work credibility and believe this is another step to take it there. Thank you Ron!”

Nadya C.

“With his vision of the whole, amazing organizational skills and a sincere desire to put the understanding and skillful practice of VM in the hands and hearts of his students, Dr. Mariotti has created an exceptional way to reinforce anatomical concepts, visualization and palpatory input, and enhanced perceptive skills. I am very grateful for Dr. Mariotti's inspiration and contributions to my personal and professional development and for the service possibilities that continue to expand and grow in my life, so that I can reach many more people with the gifts of healing and compassion.”

Claudia C.

“By having the additional articles, Ron's excellent notes, anatomy details, guided palpations etc each month, I have gain so much more knowledge than just showing up at a course and reference to the manual once a while after the course finished. It is a commitment of time for sure but I do it because I want to know more and I'm loving every minute of it and have a renewed excitement in my profession.”

Lone R.

“This class has exceeded my expectations! It is exciting to challenge my palpation and mental abilities. The depth of detailed information that is provided is invaluable. The opportunity to learn on multiple levels is a gift. Thank you, Ron for the intense effort you have put into this learning experience for us. By the end of this study group, I feel I will be able to be of greater service to my patients. I'm so grateful to be involved with this wonderful opportunity for learning!”

TJ. M

This I do know...since delving into this 6-month group, my understanding of and visualization of the layers of cervical fascia has expanded dramatically.
Thank you Ron!

Michele

“I have been a student of this visceral work for almost 10 years and could not be more excited to join Ron's study group. The way he has laid out the entire experience has allowed me to take in a level of detail that my brain could not process with the continuing education courses. Ron's time and effort in putting this information together for us shows his love and respect for this type of treatment. I know that once this experience is over I will be a better practitioner and better able to help my patients. Thank you, Ron!!"

Jen C.

"Thank you for the amazing 6 month study group. The focus and detail of the anatomy information and articles created a clearer image of the structures in my mind and in my hands. I am better able to understand clinical information given by my clients. The audio palpation exercises are simply amazing in their scope and depth. I never imagined I could feel with such precision. The fact that every exercise builds on the ones before makes the seemingly impossible possible. The unique exercises in the hands-on portion tied the information together and imprinted it into my hands. The 6 month time frame allows for better integration of the material. This study group is the answer for those of us who have been wanting to deepen our skills rather than adding on new classes. Thank you for offering this class."

Dagmar

“Our hands-on culmination weekend was very affirming!!!! I was nervous coming into it, feeling like I hadn't put my all into studying and was apprehensive that I was going to feel unprepared, but, alas, I felt pretty equal with everyone. It was fun, and I feel like my learning/understanding of this area of the body deepened.

I've been taking these VM courses for about 7 years, and still struggle so much with it. Somehow this past weekend was the most comfortable I've felt in a VM "class". Perhaps it was our particular group, perhaps it was your way of facilitating our learning, perhaps my own growth...probably all of those things.

Anyway, thanks for your dedication, encouragement and humor. It really makes a difference.”

Pat Tschannen