Less pain, fewer limitations—a better quality of life.

Discover how you can reprogram your nervous system through targeted movement and stimulation, release blockages, and finally make the progress you want for yourself or your child.

The Path to New Lightness and Strength

  • Relieve pain where it originates—in your head.

  • Finally see the developmental milestones you hope for in your child.

  • Break free from constant stress and rediscover true energy and inner peace.

  • Overcome physical restrictions and regain your flexibility.

Personalized support tailored to your life, in Zurich or at your location.

I understand where you're coming from.

Often, everyday life feels like nothing more than “getting by,” while the true quality of life falls by the wayside. Maybe you’ve been there:

  • Your body is holding you back: pain is your constant companion, and every movement takes a lot of effort.

  • Concerns about your child: Their development has stalled, sensory challenges are making daily life difficult, and conventional approaches aren't helping.

  • You're lacking energy: You feel exhausted, your nervous system is under constant stress, and it can't seem to relax.

  • Training Plateau: You're training hard, but old injuries or neural blocks are preventing you from reaching the next level.

This doesn't have to be a permanent situation. Together, we'll break through the mental barriers that are holding you or your child back.

Google reviews of my work

  • I signed my son up for a 7-day intensive program with Vanessa in Bulgaria. No matter how I put it, it’s going to be a bit… I’m simply fascinated and thrilled. My son Bozhidar is 2 years old and suffers from an unspecified form of cerebral palsy and retinopathy. It was his first intensive course using this method, after he had already gone through many different types of rehabilitation (each of which was more devastating for him and me than the one before). Now… now there was no crying, no nervousness… just smiles. For me, Vanessa has achieved a lot with him, because already after the second session, he began falling asleep at 9:30 PM and slept until 8:00 AM (previously, there was never a time when we fell asleep before 1:30 AM and woke up after 6:00 AM); he became more communicative, seeking attention, contact, and touch. She lets us stroke his head and cut his nails. He became calmer and improved his balance (he still can’t sit up on his own for long, but before he categorically refused to sit, and now he tries on his own). He began using his right hand almost as often as his left (before, he used it only very rarely). He stretched his toes and can now stand up on his own when he’s on his knees. After a week of rest, he tried crawling for the first time last night. I’m extremely impressed by Vanessa’s work!

    Kristina N., September 2025

  • Mrs. Keel has provided excellent treatment for my 11 year old hyperactive son. She has proven to be very knowledgeable and I have noticed significant improvements in my son after treatment. Her ability to make patients feel comfortable contributed positively to the overall experience. I can recommend Vanessa Keel to anyone looking for a professional and alternative approach to managing hyperactivity.

    Natailia G., January 2024

  • We have now been with Mrs. Keel for over half a year with our one-year-old son and in a nutshell: Neuroscanbalance is absolutely the BEST! Our son had a severe cerebral hemorrhage at birth and now has a hemiplegia. We do all kinds of therapies: Physio according to Vojta, Ergo, Hippo, Craniosacral etc. Everything helps a little. But nothing helps like Neuroscanbalance. Our son can do something new after EVERY treatment. It's hard to grasp when you follow the therapy session, but the success speaks for itself. Ms. Keel is empathetic and responds to our son at all times. We can recommend this form of therapy 100%. At this point: THANK YOU Mrs. Keel!

    Daina K., January 2024

  • Mrs. Keel's gentle treatment worked wonders for me: I got rid of my shoulder pain the next day. Thank you very much!

    Ana Maira B., March 2024

  • I had an SI joint blockage on Friday and was allowed to come in three hours later as an emergency and Vanessa treated me gently. She then showed me an exercise for the discomfort, which I kept doing at home. Two days later, I had another treatment with Vanessa. She then showed me how to activate the part of the body around the blockage by tapping. I had taken exactly one pain tablet during the acute period to release the blockage pain. After a total of 5 days I was already feeling much better and amazingly only about 5% of the pain was left after a total of 10 days. Fantastic help and thank you very much!

    Simone B., June 2024

  • I am really pleasantly surprised. We work via video calls and Vanessa is helping me discover a connection to the core of my body in a way I've never experienced before. I feel much more flexible and continue to improve. Vanessa guides me with the perfect steps that are tailored to my exact needs. I can also turn to her between sessions if I need advice. I can really recommend Vanessa - she is incredibly attentive and really focused.

    Volker B., April 2025

  • I highly recommend her! Do you want to feel completely at ease in your body and understand how your body works? Do you want to release known or hidden blockages and limitations? Then I recommend Vanessa Keel. After just two sessions, I felt an intense positive change in my breathing, in the well-healed fracture site of my fibula—which apparently still needed some attention—and in my lower abdomen. Vanessa has an intuitive sense of your body, deep expertise, and explains everything so clearly that you’ll be just as enthusiastic as I am. Thank you for your calling, which you are now sharing with the world.
    All the best, Andrea H., October 2024

My Journey into Applied Neurology: The Franklin Method®, NeuroHorizons®/NeuroScanBalance® & Neuroathletics

Using the Franklin Method®, I learned to visualize anatomy and physiology through the power of imagination. This form of mental training had an enormous impact on my well-being and sparked my interest in the functional anatomy of the human body.

A supposed "coincidence" led me to the methods NeuroHorizons® and NeuroScanBalance®. Through these gentle, body-oriented approaches, I learned to refine my body awareness (proprioception) and to consciously perceive the quality of my movements. I experienced firsthand how my body reorganized itself: movements became more efficient because energy was no longer lost due to muscular imbalances but flowed directly into the movement, and my perspective on how I reacted to situations also changed.

The Neuroathleticsaccording to Lars Lienhard finally provided me with the scientific framework of applied neurology. I came to understand the central control unit: the brain. For the brain to enable optimal motor output (strength, mobility, and freedom from pain), it requires high-quality sensory input from our senses (visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems). This also influences how we perceive the world and how we react to it.

Today I understand that our bodies have all the tools they need to regenerate. My training programs have been so successful because they all have one thing in common: they speak the language of the brain.

NeuroHorizons®, NeuroScanBalance®, Franklin Method® & neuroathletics training by Lars Lienhard for children & adults. Disabled & athletes
Vanessa Keel offers individual movement coaching, NeuroHorizons®, NeuroScanBalance®, Franklin Method® & neuroathletics training by Lars Lienhard in Zurich

About me

My name is Vanessa Keel. Sports and physical activity, including at the competitive level, have played a significant role in my life since I was a child.

A Turning Point: From Accident to Chronic Pain

In 2013, I suffered a severe concussion following a snowboarding accident, which set me back for several months. After my slow recovery, severe back pain began to dominate my daily life. Over the course of several years, I consulted various doctors and tried numerous therapies, without lasting success.

The Decision to Help Ourselves

In 2018, I was rushed to the hospital and stayed there for several days. Since my condition didn’t improve, I decided to be discharged after a candid doctor told me that she didn’t know what was causing my pain or how she could help me. Looking back, I’m grateful to her for her honesty.

Back home, I lay down on the floor, let the pain wash over me, and decided, “Okay, let’s embark on this journey together.” I took control of my own health.

A fascination with the human body and functional anatomy

I have always been fascinated by the wonder of our bodies and their capabilities. As a designer and developer, I admire the “creator” of our bodies: the complexity of our organism is fascinating—everything, down to the smallest detail, is thoughtfully designed. This fascination led me to embark on a journey of self-discovery, and so I began pursuing specialized training.

Overcoming obstacles together – Unlocking potential

Whether you’re an adult who wants to finally get through the day pain-free and full of energy again, or you’re hoping for real progress in your child’s development: I’ll guide you through the process of releasing physical and sensory blockages so that movement becomes effortless once more.

Languages

  • German

  • Spanish

  • English

Trainings

  • Movement teacher in the Franklin Method® L1 Joints/Bones (2019 - 2020)

  • Experiential Movement Practitioner NeuroHorizons® (2020 - 2021)

  • Fine motor skills trainer NeuroScanBalance® basic training (2020 - 2022)

  • Fine motor skills trainer NeuroScanBalance® children's training (2021 - 2022)

  • Movement teacher in the Franklin Method® L2 Muscles/Fascia (2022 - 2023)

  • Neuroathletics trainer with Lars Lienhard

    • Basic module 1 (2024) : Sensory & afferent aspects of the peripheral nervous system.

    • Basic module 2 (2024) : Improvement of efferent motor output, i.e. improvement of movement with all its components.

    • Special module (2024) : Strength & Agility

    • Special module (2024) : Speed

    • Special module (2025) : Stamina

Courses & further training

  • The liberated back: With Eric Franklin (2019)

  • Workshop- Supporting learning and new possibilities for children: By Nancy Aberle & Mark Keogh (2022)

  • Cranialetics Workshop (2025): In-depth understanding of the brainstem and its vegetative functions, to promote regulation, safety and balance in the nervous system.

  • NeuroHorizons® further training (2025): Promoting mobility in the spine, thorax and pelvis.

Association memberships

  • BGB Switzerland: Professional Association for Health and Exercise Switzerland

  • A worldwide list of certified professionals who care for children with special needs can be found at www.NeuroConnect.world.