Michael Schwab - Doctor of Public Health
Michael Puro Jacobs is a master. His Somatic bodywork is a great education, subtle and effective; you come to meet and know your own body in a new way. His knowledge of human nature is deep and rich, he’s skillful and cheerful. I’ve known him for many years, and I’ve seen him help many people. I am delighted to recommend him.

Dancer - Rolfer - Psychologist
". . .My past includes 1) dancing in a modern dance company; 2) employed as a Rolfer; 3) presently employed as a psychologist; 4) presently I am a distance runner. I have a professional as well as personal knowledge of the body. . . . I have not experienced any other body work to be as efficient and long lasting as this work with Michael. I believe the reason for this is that not only does he do the treatment but at the same time he is teaching one how to work with oneself. This allows for the individual to continue the work on their own rather than be dependent on the practitioner. . . . Not only is this work appropriate for general well-being, it is also beneficial for injuries, both chronic and acute.

-February 11, 2000 Josie Gibb,Ph.D Santa Fe, New Mexico

A client with back pain
"I have three ruptured discs from an auto accident I had in the sixties. My back has given me problems, chronically for years. . . In one of my major spasms (very painful and debilitating), I went to see Michael. After just two or three sessions, my back improved greatly. And, we continued the work so I could learn how to avoid spasms or release them myself."

-October, 2000 Sally Yost Santa Fe, New Mexico

A young woman recovering from a stroke
"... You agreed to work with me and in the fifteen months I’ve noticed a remarkable change in the way I carry my body and how I’m able to relax the tone. . . I can feel the difference in my body. I’ve learned techniques to relax and strengthen. . . With the exercises I’ve been doing, I feel my body operates smoothly and I have more control. . .I’m truly thankful for the results you have helped me to achieve."

-July 1, 1999 Arlene Valdez Santa Fe, New Mexico