The Alexander technique is probably viewed by most as an Alternative or Complimentary Therapy. A description of the technique is shown below and is an extract from “Changing The Way You Work: The Alexander Technique“, referenced on the comprehensive website The Complete Guide to the Alexander Technique.
The primary professional body which controls the teaching of the Alexander Technique is STAT (Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique) and has been in existence since 1958. It is essential when seeking out a course or teacher in this area that your check with the professional bodies as to what credentials that clinician should possess. Although many areas of therapeutic rehabilitation are monitored now with great vigour there are always going to be those who try to misrepresnt themselves as qualified practitioners and visiting these clincians is strongly advised against. For more information regarding the professional body Click Here.
