Cate Lair began her career as a registered nurse (RN) and then obtained a bachelor’s degree in healthcare management from Rutgers University. After years working in hospitals, Cate began to explore healing approaches that keep people well and promote optimal health.

Among those early explorations was Hellerwork, an integrative approach that combines musculoskeletal realignment, movement education and dialogue. Hellerwork serves as a foundation for Cate’s approach, which has been informed by a wide range of holistic studies, including Somatic Experiencing, the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education, Medicine Dance, Five Rhythms, breathwork and nutrition. In the spiritual realm, she has explored many disciplines and has practiced yoga, meditation and affirmative prayer.