About
Who am I?
My name is Mark Christian Bacigalupi. I’m an Certified SMGI® Practitioner (Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery), a Massage Therapist, Access Bars Facilitator, and Certified Triple Vagal Method Practitioner. I’m here to support, guide, and aid those looking to take on the courageous journey of transformation.
Having dedicated six years to the art of somatic therapies, my passion for healing has only deepened over time. Guiding individuals through their healing journey, I find immense fulfillment in helping others reconnect with their bodies and emotions. My fascination with the intricate connection between mind and body fuels my commitment to this work. Witnessing clients transformation, releasing traumas, and rediscovering their inner strength is my motivation to continue this work. I believe in the body's
inherent wisdom and ability to heal when provided with support, presence and understanding. My years of experience have taught me the profound impact a bottom-up approach to therapy can have on one's life, and I am genuinely inspired by the resilience and courage displayed by my clients. This passion for healing continues to drive me as I strive to create a safe, nurturing space for individuals to embark on their healing journey.
My Story
My healing journey began 8 Years ago after venturing on the trip of a life time. I spent 1 year in 15 countries on 4 different continents. From Ayahuasca ceremonies in the Bolivian Amazon to hunting with bow and arrow alongside the Hadzabe tribe in the bush of Tanzania, I really went for it. Although amazing, my travels left me in a deep state of disarray upon return. Physically I was left in shambles. With a Vagal nerve stuck in a fight or flight response, I was left with chronic IBS, chronic muscular inflammation, reoccurring pink eye, tinnitus, night terrors, fatigue, and anxiety. I was at my lowest. In desperation I went to Western Medicine for help. After being told that aside from a mild to medium case of IBS, I had a clean bill of health. The painful realization Western Medicine couldn’t help me settled in. I then moved to meditation in an attempt to “fix” the physiological problems mentally. It was here that everything changed. Momentary spiritual awakenings gave me glimpses of what true alignment and health really was. A gruelingly difficult, yet indescribably fulfilling journey has unfolded since.
Each step forward on this path involves letting go of the old self. Like rotting husk on a tree, old ways of being fall off the periphery of my being as I venture closer to the core of who I am. The closer I become to my center the more energy flows freely through me. It is this energy that nourishes those compromised part of my body that caused such agony. I' can proudly say I’ve worked through all my digestive issues, and other chronic issues are virtually non existent. This entire journey has completely redirected my trajectory in life. Out of all the therapies, healing modalities, and meditation techniques, it was through Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery that this healing process was truly expedited. It is now my goal to bring others to their highest, healthiest, most vital self using the tools that I’ve acquired throughout my path.
“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be .”
— Lao Tzu
Licensing/Certification
Certified SMGI® practitioner (Somatic Mindfulness Guided Imagery) -
https://www.somaticmindfulguidedimagery.com/practitioners
Certified TVM® Triple Vagal Method
https://www.integratedsomaticinstitute.com/team
Licensed Massage Therapist
Certificate #:77504
