My unique gift of seeing connections and patterns has led me to the study of systems theory,complexity science,quantum physics and to various techniques and modalities for combinibg these theories into practical applications. I studied Nursing, Reiki, NLP, NET, Brennan HSP, IET and Shanmanic Drumming,and found that each of these had pieces of a whole. My interest in utilizing the internal wisdom of the individual body and mind led me to teaching,coaching,consulting and facilitating and finally to BodyTalk as a way to assist others in honoring their own unique style and gifts. My mission is to assist individuals, groups, and organizations in finding their own unique ways for creating individual physical, emotional and cognitive alignment,health and well being.
 

BodyTalk™ is a wellness system that combines the scientific principles of contemporary Western medicine with techniques long practiced in traditional Eastern medicine. BodyTalk™ stimulates the body’s own internal resources, bypassing the thought process and focusing on realigning the autonomic nervous system stessresponse. BodyTalk™ aids the body/mind in re-learning what it already knew…restoring the natural pathways and ability to balance, increasing resiliency - on every level.


BodyTalkâ„¢ is non invasive, does not conflict with any existing health care treatment and can be used as a means of maintenance and prevention as well as for addressing any current or acute issues.

I work with adults, adolescents, children, and groups.

All physical, psychological and cognitive conditions can be addressed by BodyTalkâ„¢.

I teach a form of BodyTalkâ„¢ called BodyTalkâ„¢ Access. This course is designed to include 6 techniques that can be used by anyone, anywhere for self care.



 

As a certified BodyTalkâ„¢ practitioner I help clients change how each person and his/her body REACTS to all types of physical and emotional stress.

BodyTalk stimulates the body’s own internal resources to re-connect communication circuits, reduce and often eliminate the causes of our physical symptoms and negative thoughts and re-pattern how we respond .

Your whole body, mind, and emotions are once again functioning together. You’re healthier, and happier.

Based on testimonials many results have been immediate and reported as remarkable.

You can also learn some simple self care techniques. No disciplined practicing, no on going classes to attend, no learning to “get” it right.

BodyTalkâ„¢ can assist all physical, psychological and cognitive conditions.

I often include Shamanic Drumming and sound in addition to BodyTalk.

I teach a First Aid and self care technique course called BodyTalkâ„¢ Access for health care professionals, corporate and non-profit employees,parent groups,teachers and others who are interested in self care.

Experience physical and emotional relief from:
allergies, arthritis, digestive disorders, depressions, anxiety, headaches, joint and back pain, insomnia, viruses, infections, menopausal symptoms, and more…

I focus on aligning inidviduals and organizational work teams as well as work with atheletes to support performance.



 

Jalma is a seasoned executive and leadership coach, educator, mentor, organizational consultant, entrepreneur and speaker with over 35 years of experience in both the corporate and non profit sectors.

Jalma earned both Bachelor and Master of Science Degrees from Boston University School of Nursing. She has held positions in Medicine, Surgery, Trauma and Psychiatry as well as faculty positions at Boston College, Villanova University, and Gwynedd Mercy College. In addition, she chaired the Department of Nursing at Bucks County Community College. Jalma was a clinical specialist at Medical College of PA, director of training and development at Germantown Hospital, Director of Outcomes Management at Virtua in Mt. Holly, NJ, and led a clinical outcomes project at the Albert Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia.

Jalma completed extensive post graduate work in Organizational Systems from MIT and The University of Pennsylvania. In addition to her organizational consulting and leadership/executive coaching expertise, she has used her talents as a real estate developer, an advertising account executive, a senior healthcare executive, a marketing partner for an architectural firm, a general partner in an LLP real estate partnership, a principal in an IT company, and as the founder and president of a retail and wholesale company. She has created and managed projects and led departments in both the non-profit and commercial sectors. She was a founding partner of ICCA, Inc., a company dedicated to helping organizations measure and improve adaptability and alignment. She has held faculty and chair positions at a number of academic institutions, among them Boston College and Villanova University.

Jalma’s latest publication is: “Adapt or Die: Uncovering Your Organization’s Hidden Patterns”

Jalma is dedicated to helping organizations go from good to great. By combining her corporate understanding and skills with BodyTalkâ„¢ she is committed to measure and improve adaptability and alignment of the individual and to promote the achievement of organizational mission and goals.

In addition to her BodyTalkâ„¢ certification, Jalma brings her knowledge and experience in NET, Reiki, Brennan Healing, IET and Shamanic Drumming to her practice, providing opportunities for individuals, groups and organizations to learn, grow, and heal.


 

Monthly BodyTalk Introduction Clinics offerring 15 minute sessions an reduced fees. No appointments necessary.

BodyTalk Access Courses for all employee groups including Healthcare and Health and Saftey Professionals as well as Parent and Teacher groups Provides 5 BodyTalk self care techniques to address stress as well as a first aid technique.

Day, evening and weekend hours are available by appointment.

The Glenside Office is conveniently located two blocks from the Glenside Train Station.

Payment is due at the end of each session. Checks and cash are accepted.

Clinic fees are $30 for 15 minutes.

In office sessions by appointmnet are based on a scale of $100-$250.

Hospital/facility visits:$135-$300

Corporate/organizational employee benefit day rates are individually determined.

Access Class fees are $150/ person Minimum size: 5 Maximum: 50

I want to say a word about the gifted work Jalma Marcus is doing as a healer. I have been telling my story to individual EE friends, who suggestion that I should share it on the list serve, so here it is!

I had some medical issues that were not responding to traditional treatment. My discomfort, or dis-ease, seemed to be lasting too long. After one visit with Jalma, I experienced profound relief. A follow up visit reestablished my physical well being and resulted in a complete turn around. And back on my schedule is a trip that I thought I would have to cancel because of how I was feeling. Now I am ready to pack my bag!

Jalma can best explain the modalities she works with, but what I can say is that the results of her very gentle approach did for me what I needed at the time and had not found anywhere else.

And my medical doctor is also impressed with the remarkable physical change I have experienced. I whole wholeheartedly recommend Jalma to you if you are in need of physical/emotional healing on any level.

Lynn C. Margolis
Philadelphia PA
Feng Shui Consultant
Reiki Master

Once a year I get a hacking cough that deprives me of sleep and energy. If I use two prescription inhalers it's manageable for the couple of months it lingers. I decided to try BodyTalk with Jalma. After one (phone) session I virtually stopped coughing. When I went to bed that night I did not use an inhaler and I coughed for about a minute. Then the cough stopped and I slept through the night. I have not had the need for an inhaler since that first session. Miracle of miracles.
I had hit a roadblock with changing the focus of my business. On one hand I knew what I wanted; on the other hand I couldn't seem to crystallize my thoughts into words and focused action. I knew Jalma did Body Talk with organizations. After our first session there was clarity about what I needed to do. Since then my goals, vision and values for my new work have developed in a clear and exciting way.

Cherry Woodburn
Borderless Thinkingâ„¢
Speaker, Facilitator, Consultant

Body Talk.? It's undefinable and indescribable. Those words, in themselves, will tell you how powerful this has been for me. The concept of someone being able to communicate with my body is mind boggling. I heard of Body Talk from my stepdaughter in California. Her dad, and my husband, died two years ago. Body Talk helped her in three sessions to cope with her grief and anger, as well as physical issues that were resolved. I had been in unrelenting pelvic pain for months when I made an appointment with Jalma. Her medical background is remarkable and her sensitivity to reading my body talking to her was nothing short of amazing. She gave me her undivided attention and was totally connected with my body and emotions. Although each person's amount of time will vary, after four Body Talk sessions I am now free of the pain. I always lookforward to a maintenence session. It is worth every penny.

Barbara Metford
Retired Teacher

I have been doing BodyTalk sessions with Jalma Marcus regularly for the past six months. BodyTalk is a remarkable synthesis of key understandings and approaches in the realm of healing. The process never ceases to amaze me! Using the feedback loop of simple muscle testing, the body reveals the issues I carry in body, mind and spirit, and also reveals exactly how to work with them. Jalma is a gifted practitioner -- skilled, deeply intuitive, utterly down-to-earth, emotionally safe to go deep with. I have highly recommended her to clients, colleagues and friends looking for a high-caliber practitioner/healer who uses a modality that works to create healing and integration on multiple levels.

Cheryl Berkowitz
Holistic Nutrition Counselor
W. Mt. Airy
I have done several types of body centered growth work. In my experience, Body Talk has produced the most powerful insights and it has enabled me to grow in new ways.

Steve Chapman
Director, Information Technology