Lessons in the Alexander Technique with Michael Ostrow have taught me to identify and improve the postural habits in my neck and upper body which have caused me severe discomfort for years.  As a result, my pain and discomfort have been markedly reduced and my posture has improved. Arthur Aufses, MD Former Chief of Surgery Mount Sinai Hospital, New York Laurie Kline is an incredibly intuitive and supportive teacher.  I have benefited from working with her in so many ways.  As a professional actor, the Alexander Technique has been a huge aid in my physical endurance and ability to stay in the moment.  Laurie continues to help me understand the spine and all of its strength, and with that understanding I am able to be more effective in everything that I do. Jeanne Lauren Smith Member of the New Stage Theatre Company After many years and six teachers of the Alexander Technique, with Michael Ostrow I have finally found the best. Bert Lucarelli International oboe soloist and teacher at Hartt School, Queens College, and NYU Michael Ostrow is a magician.  Neither my body nor my flute playing has ever felt this great. Bonnie Licther Flute teacher, Juillard School, pre-college division, retired I recommend people to the Alexander Technique who have not improved with traditional therapies.  It definitely works.  I know how valuable this technique is and I highly recommend it. Barry M. Scheinfeld, MD Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine and Pain Management Community General Hospital, Harris, NY The Alexander Technique stresses unification in an era of greater and greater medical specialization.  It enables clients to get better faster and stay better longer.  This is undoubtedly the best way to take care of the back and alleviate back pain. Jack Stern, MD, PHD Neurosurgical Group of Westchester White Plains, NY The Alexander Technique has been taught in a wide variety of academic and institutional settings.  Mount Sinai Hospital The Julliard School The American Conservatory Theater Yale University New York University The Royal College of Dramatic Art (London)