Integrative Healthcare through manual and movement therapy
Institute for Neurodevelopment
The Frida Method®, founded by Maria Jacobs, harnesses the principles of brain plasticity and psychophysiology to bring about transformation in individuals of all ages through a noninvasive and personalized approach.
We create lasting change in how people think, feel and move.
The Frida Method® is the only method in
its field that directly addresses the
underlying foundational causes
of delayed neurodevelopment.
We recognize the dynamic unity
of the whole body.
The Frida Method® is based on the
scientific evidence of neuroplasticity,
the brain’s ability to change and adapt both in structure and function throughout life
and in response to experience.
Who We Serve
The Frida Method® is designed to tackle a variety of diverse challenges faced by individuals across all age groups. Our approach effectively supports those dealing with various diagnoses, physical injuries, trauma, learning disabilities, and more. We are committed to providing personalized assistance that promotes healing and growth in every participant.
By addressing the root causes of emotional and developmental challenges, our objective is to comprehensively connect the mind and body, creating a framework for personal growth and development in every individual.
The Frida Method®, based in Lake Grove, New York, supports children, families, and professionals across Suffolk County and Long Island who experience challenges with learning, emotional regulation, or sensory processing.
Our team integrates Body, Brain, and Relationships to improve communication within the nervous system and create lasting change in how people think, feel, and move.
We use gentle manual therapy, guided movement, and personalized coaching to help each client strengthen brain-body balance and build more connected relationships—at home, in school, and in daily life.
The Frida Method® utilizes Neurosomatic Techniques to foster mental, emotional, and physical well-being, creating a platform for growth in both personal and professional spheres.
What is the Frida Method®?
The Frida Method® utilizes the approaches in the visual presented to create a personalized treatment plan for all individuals. By incorporating evidence-based strategies, this innovative method promotes optimal well-being, fostering both physical and emotional health.
Frida Method® Programs
Our innovative programs are designed to enhance overall functionality while aligning with each individual's unique needs and goals. Placement is tailored based on specific diagnoses or challenges faced by each person. Each program incorporates a distinctive blend of Frida Method® approaches to promote improved functionality across all areas.
Core Services
- In-Person in office 1:1 Sessions
- Intensive 3-Day Model
- Telehealth Neuro Somatic Therapy & Education for International & Out-of-State Families
- Movement Studio
Signature Programs
Assessments
- Neuro Sensory Profile Assessment: 1hr in-office, 1 hr virtual readback
- QEEG & Assessment: QEEG scan, 1hr in-office, 30 mins virtual readback
Professional Trainings and Clinical Programs
- Intensive 3-Day Model
- Workshop & Lectures
- Certificate Programs & Professional Training
- Movement Studio
We can help!
Each individual has a different clinical problem, and a unique structural and functional status.
Every person needs a custom-made program of treatment.
We can help you find the right one for you or your children.
About Our Practice
With a research-based model and tools to facilitate optimal brain organization, we support physical and sensory-emotional processing abilities.
This model, based on the foundations of neurological development, facilitates the interconnectedness of the brain and the somatic-body experience.
Mental, emotional, and physical well-being are possible only when the brain and body are working together.
