BIODYNAMIC CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
“The art of touch is at the core of our work” – Franklyn Sills
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle but potent way of working with the body using a light touch. It supports the body’s innate ability to balance, restore and heal itself as well as helping to reduce stress and build underlying energy.
Craniosacral work listens to the subtle tidelike rhythms of the body, recognising patterns of restriction and allowing the nervous system to balance and reset. Suitable for everyone, from babies to older people, CST can help with acute issues such as headaches and back pain, as well as more longstanding physical or emotional issues such as chronic pain, stress, anxiety, insomnia and depression.
The Biodynamic approach recognises the deep healing processes innate within the body and allows the client to be part of their own recovery.
Why choose Craniosacral Therapy?
Modern-day life is generally fast paced and pressurised. Of necessity we need to be connected, work hard and make the most of life. We are designed to manage and indeed thrive on a certain amount of stress but extended periods of stress and over stimulation can be overwhelming and impacts on how we function. Ultimately this may lead to chronic illness.
Or, we can feel ‘stuck’
or we may be in a state of continual low-level stress which becomes habitual and almost unnoticed. If any of this resonates with you, then CST may well help.
CST is a natural way of helping our bodies to rest and recover and in such a way that feels safe. It has the ability to treat the source of symptoms on every level, whether mental, physical or emotional.
CST supports the nervous system and energy levels, and one’s sense of well-being. It gives a chance to reset, to find the space for new pathways and new approaches. Simply, one can see life in a different way.
“We find beauty not in the thing itself but in the patterns of shadows, the light and the darkness that one thing against another creates.” – Jun’ichiro Tanizaki In Praise of Shadows 1933
What happens at a session and what does CST feel like?
The treatment process is gentle and supportive to your physical and emotional needs of you as an individual.
The first session will be a little longer and will include a detailed history for me to get to know you and understand your reasons for coming. During the treatment you remain fully-clothed and lie on a treatment couch either face up, or on your side. There is no manipulation of the tissues.
Using a light touch, always negotiated and client led, the therapist ‘listens’ to your body, in. much the same way that a talking therapist will listen to words and your body responds by beginning to listen to itself. Our work is always guided by the client rather than imposing our ideas on how to fix.
You may become aware of sensations such as heat, tingling or pulsation as changes occur. You may feel deeply rested. You may feel calm and energised, with increased clarity of mind and a feeling of well-being and ability to cope. The effects may take several days to integrate as your body adjusts.
How many sessions?
This will vary from person to person. Some people may feel relief after a few sessions but more chronic conditions may take a longer period of treatment which we can discuss and review.
Contact me to have an initial chat to assess your needs.
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