Meet Our Practitioners
At Connections in Motion, our strength lies in the depth and diversity of our team.
Each of our practitioners brings their own journey, experience, and sensitivity to the work — yet all share a single purpose: helping the brain learn and thrive through movement.
“Our team exists because no one approach, and no one practitioner, has all the answers. But together, we create possibility.”
Our practitioners come from across the UK, Europe, and North America, united by their passion for neuroplastic learning. Many began their journey as parents searching for new possibilities; others bring decades of expertise in movement, therapy, education, or the arts. Together, they form a community dedicated to helping each person — child or adult — discover greater comfort, confidence, and connection.
“We don’t fix people — we connect with them so the brain can learn what’s possible.”
18 Local & International practitioners from 7 countries
including the UK, USA, Spain, Turkey, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Canada
8 languages spoken:
English, French, Dutch, German, Turkish, Italian, Spanish, Afrikaans
Collective experience:
over 250 years of combined learning and practice in ABM® NeuroMovement® and related somatic disciplines
Backgrounds include:
Physiotherapy, Psychology, Education, Dance, Bodywork, and Rehabilitation Sciences
Unified by:
a shared belief that every brain — regardless of diagnosis or age — has the potential to change and grow
Local Practitioners
Danae Bellenis
Roehampton & Woking
Danaë discovered the Method after her son’s brain injury. With a background in languages and learning, she brings focus, intuition, and sensitivity to her work with both children and adults.
Nilay Ersen
Hertfordshire & London
Nilay was introduced to the Method while searching for ways to help her son with cerebral palsy. She works with children and adults, blending insight, empathy, and a refined sense of movement.
Pan Ferendinos
South East London & Home Visits
Pan discovered the Method while seeking ways to help his son with complex needs. Drawing on his education and movement background, he brings focus, warmth, and practical insight to his work.
Shirley Cornish
Suffolk & North Yorkshire
Inspired by her son with Autism and ADHD, Shirley brings a calm, grounded presence to her sessions. She works with both children and adults.
Abi Foakes
Roehampton
Abi discovered the Method through her daughter’s journey with cerebral palsy and CVI. She works with children and adults, offering clarity, patience, and insight in every session.
International Travelling Practitioners
Sharon Oliensis
Senior US Practitioner, ABM® Trainer
An ABM® Trainer in the Professional Training, Sharon brings over 30 years of movement expertise and a deep, intuitive understanding of human potential to her sessions worldwide.
Juan Carlos Concha
Senior Travelling European Practitioner
With over 24 years of body-work experience, Juan Carlos blends structural awareness and empathy, helping children and adults across Europe explore greater comfort, balance, and self-organisation.
Beril Tokcan
ABM® Assistant Trainer
An Assistant Trainer in European trainings, Beril draws on her own family’s journey with the Method. Her work radiates warmth, precision, and a belief that change is always possible.
Andrew Tarr
ABM® Training Assistant
With over 25 years in private practice, Andrew integrates refined touch and clear communication to guide infants, children, and adults toward more coordinated and efficient movement.
Gail Rinn
Senior US Practitioner, ABM® Trainer
An ABM® Trainer, Gail has spent decades advancing the Method globally. She helps clients of all ages rediscover freedom, coordination, and joy in movement.
Mike Waefler
ABM® Assistant Trainer
An Assistant Trainer in the ABM® Professional Program, Mike combines structural understanding with a sensitive, precise touch that helps clients move with ease and confidence.
Ness Ocsinberg
Travelling European Practitioner
Ness blends the Method with insights from Montessori education and the Son-Rise Program. She supports children and adults across Europe to connect, learn, and thrive through movement.
Claire Conley
Travelling US Practitioner
After recovering from a severe brain injury using the Method, Claire dedicated her life to helping infants and children. Her empathy and lived experience bring depth to every session.
Corine Buijsman
ABM® Training Support Staff
With a background in psychomotor therapy, Corine combines scientific understanding and creativity to guide adults and children in discovering new, efficient ways to move and learn.
Kathy O'Neil
Travelling US Practitioner
A former early-childhood educator, Kathy integrates the Method with child-development insight and psychology. She offers hands-on and online sessions, supporting families across the US and Europe.
Graham Gordon
Travelling Canadian Practitioner
Graham’s passion for learning through movement shines in his work with children and adults. His thoughtful, encouraging style inspires comfort, curiosity, and confidence in each session.
Nancy Neiditz
Travelling US Practitioner
With decades of experience as a physiotherapist and ABM® practitioner, Nancy integrates SPML support and somatic expertise to help infants and toddlers reach new developmental possibilities.
Zachariah Paul
Travelling US Practitioner
Trained by Anat Baniel in 2017, Zachariah brings energy and philosophical insight to his practice. He works with children and adults across the US and Europe.
The Power of Integration: Connecting Every Potential
A foundation for lifelong learning that complements and amplifies traditional therapies. We don’t replace intervention; we enhance the brain’s ability to benefit from it.