Rosen method is distinguished by its gentle, direct touch. Using hands that listen rather than manipulate, the practitioner focuses on chronic muscle tension. As relaxation occurs and the breath deepens, unconscious feelings, attitudes, and memories may emerge. The Rosen Method practitioner has been trained to notice subtle changes in tension and shifts in the breath. They recognize these as indications that the client is relaxing and becoming more aware of their body and inner experience. The Rosen method practitioner responds with touch and words that alow the client to begin to recognize what has been held down by this unconscious muscle tension. As this process unfolds, old patterns may be released, freeing the client to feel more aliveness, new choices in life, and a sense of well being.