About me

With attention
for your body.

Sari Hoogendoorn
Amsterdam Waalstraat 31 Home visits on request

Who am I?

Hi, I'm Sari. I trained as a Mensendieck exercise therapist and I'm the person behind LieverLijf. After completing my studies in Oefentherapie Mensendieck I started working at a practice in the Jordaan, where I have now been working happily for more than three years.

What I love most about this profession? No two days are the same. I see people with very diverse complaints: from neck, shoulder and back pain to arthrosis, chronic pain, sleep problems and neurological complaints such as a herniated disc, sciatica or neuropathy. But also people with posture and movement issues, and older adults who want to regain confidence in their daily movement.

My heart lies with psychosomatics. I have always been fascinated by how the mind and body work together, and how looking there often reveals the real key. In my treatments I work together with the client to identify maintaining factors: what is keeping the complaint alive, and what does your body need to move forward?

One question I hear again and again in practice: "How am I actually supposed to relax? How do I know if it's working?" It's a fair question. For many people, relaxation is something they have unlearned, or never been able to feel properly. Through my massages I want to guide you in that. Not as a luxury, but as support for your body and your mind. Think of it as a gift to yourself.

My approach

During a massage I work from a place of attention and presence. I listen to what your body needs in that moment: where the tension is, how deep I can go, when there is room to let go. No fixed protocol, care tailored to you: calm, personal and without rushing.

With exercise therapy we also look at posture and movement patterns. Not just treating the complaint, but exploring together what your body is telling you.

Education & certifications

  • Relaxation massage
  • Mensendieck exercise therapy

How I work

Personal intake conversation Tailored treatment Holistic approach Calm environment Home visits available

Practice location

My practice is located at Waalstraat 31 in Amsterdam, centrally situated and easy to reach. Difficulty travelling or prefer a treatment at home? On request I can also come to you.

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Memberships

I am a member of the VvO (Association of Exercise Therapists) and the Chronic Pain Network.

"Attention for your body,
that is where recovery begins."

— Sari Hoogendoorn