Praise
"Working with Sylvie has brought me a tremendous amount of peace. I’ve (thankfully) been able to maintain the skills I learned with her about being centered and present beyond our sessions. I know now when I have reached my limit. I’m aware of how my moods affect my physical state, and I have learned how to intentionally relax my muscles and let go of stress. I've used these techniques in my work as a teacher, in my marriage, and most recently in my life as a parent! I have so much more control over my own mental and emotional well-being now."
Elizabeth Pei, School teacher (yoga)
"Since working with Sylvie, my persistent migraines have literally and miraculously been cured, my bloating has gone away and my gut is so much happier. I'm also more committed to keeping my mind healthy, not just my body! I have become easier on myself and have a renewed appreciation for resting, sleeping. Meditating, although not easy at first, has kept me grounded too. Now and then, I find myself stopping to take a few deep breaths and regroup! In my opinion, without addressing the root cause and all aspects of one's life, healing is almost impossible. Sylvie helps you see that and take charge,
Rina Grassotti, Lawyer (coaching client)
"Having been a student of yoga for over 15 years, starting at age 60, I have had many experiences with a variety of yoga instructors in NYC, Southampton and Florida. Unquestionably Sylvie (12 years with her) is more accomplished, more studied, capable and knowledgeable than any other I have practiced with. Really have no words to describe Sylvie's skillfulness and uniqueness. I love our deeply restorative and meditative sessions, and how she intuitively integrates Thai massage stretches, Reiki, yoga nidra or reflexology according to my needs. She takes yoga instruction to a different level. So grateful to have her in my life."
Carol Gersten (1-1 yoga)
"I just wanted to Thank you for the “Getting your Beauty Sleep” event. You are such an amazing and inspiring teacher. I learned so much!! I got 7 hours of sleep last night and I only woke up once! I did the abdominal breathing and was back to sleep in no time.”
Felicia Gibson, Owner at Florals by Felicia
”I am so utterly grateful for being able to study yoga with one of the BEST teachers in the New York area, Sylvie Barthelemy. Her mindfulness and attention to details, the cadence of each of her delivery, orchestration of breath and movements, arc in the intensity of poses culminating in unique restorative poses to Savasana is perfect. She colors her teaching with knowledge of Ayurveda and subtleties not found anywhere else, all with the most soothing voice.”
Janis Wilkins, Photographer
“Sylvie Barthelemy is a very special person with whom I have often enjoyed a rejuvenating interlude of deeply pleasurable, stress-reducing yoga therapy. Sylvie is unusually dedicated to her work of helping others to find peace and wellness. She never stops investigating and learning about new methods and techniques to helping her clients achieve physical and emotional harmony.”
Julie J. Kidd (1-1 yoga)
"If anyone can get to the root of the problem, it is Sylvie. Through working privately with her, my health has finally stabilized and stopped going through the crazy cycles of being sick and being in good health -- which I never thought could happen! She's amazing at what she does!"
Vita Ng (coaching client)
"Sylvie is deeply knowledgeable and very wise. She holds space for her clients' greatness, while meeting them exactly where they are. She sweetens our sessions with laughter and much generosity. There is no one like her."
Karen Shatzkin (1-1 yoga)
“Dear Sylvie,
I wanted to thank you for the difference you’re making in my life. Working with you has been wonderful. I’m more flexible, stronger and feel better about myself than I have for a long time. I also love the fact that we work out on Zoom—so easy for me—a lazy woman of a certain age. Also, it’s pandemic-proof. I was worried when you said you’d be away for a bit, but this has made literally no difference to my sessions. Plus, I now get two lessons for the price of one...yoga with some French thrown in. Take care and keep doing what you’re doing.”
Renée G. (1-1 yoga)
“Wonderful! I was just feeling how much I appreciated our meditation sessions!! Thanks! Hugs-A.”
Andrew R. (1-1 yoga, massage, coaching)
“Sylvie,
I did not have a chance to thank you for tonight's practice. I have been practicing consistently for close to two years, and tonight, for the first time, I felt that I was beginning to get it and to feel the mind/body connection. You mentioned it earlier in the practice and at times I felt both calm and invigorated. I have a long way to go, but under your tutelage, I feel I am making progress-- so, thank you. Regards.”
Steve G. (yoga)
“Thank you so much for everything; our sessions helped me to feel more centered and focused in myself and I am really excited to continue this journey.”
Emma C. (coaching client)
“These last few weeks have been challenging, and I admit to often thinking and doing the things that you taught me during our sessions. It helped me get through those moments of doubts and uncertainty.”
Heidi C. (coaching client)
Happy students of Meditate For How You Feel
“Very poised and pleasant demeanor. I liked that the language used was clear, to the point and not too much talking just the right amount of instruction and information given. Helpful resources as well.”
Mariola Balicka
“This is an excellent course on ways to meditate to suit different people types of people. It consists of many valuable tips and manageable techniques to follow and enjoy. Great insights to the benefits of meditation and why it is good to incorporate it into your life. I thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend this course.”
Deborah Gilbert
“I must truly say I'm learning a lot about meditation that i didn't know. She is a great speaker, I know I will leave this course with a greater more intellectual mindset for meditation.”
Muriel Bridgeforth
“I am new to meditation, but I did enjoy this course. Easy to follow and learn. Thanks!”
Salina Zendejas
“Thank you! Excellent course and I learned several breathing techniques to improve and change my energy.”
Corey Green
“This course deserves more than 5 stars. IMHO It is one of the best course in UDEMY under health and wellness. The integrated approach of Ayurveda + Meditation is very well explained. I really enjoyed and commend the effort of trainer in going so deep in explaining different types of dosha and what variety of technique helps in different scenario of Dosha. She starts with the context of each dosha type with matching breathing exercises and concluding it with a guided meditation as a logical book end closure. Very worth attending this course and More power to you.. keep it up!”
Vishal Nagpal
“I really enjoyed this course! The breathing techniques and meditation were amazing.”
Carley Anderson