Four Alexander Technique Lessons in Thousand Oaks. The Alexander Technique is a proven approach to self-care. It is a method that people of all ages and abilities can learn to relieve the pain and stress caused by everyday misuse of the body. With the Alexander Technique, you can learn how to strip away the movement habits and tension patterns at the root of your discomfort. You learn how to balance your own body and take charge of your own health. You learn how to sit, stand, and move - with safety, efficiency, and ease.