Craniosacral Therapy

What is Craniosacral Therapy ?

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, non-invasive form of bodywork that focuses on the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and fluids surrounding the brain and spinal cord. By using light touch, therapists help release tension and improve the functioning of the central nervous system, promoting overall health and well-being.

CST is recognized as a stand-alone as well as a complementary treatment that targets deep-seated tensions within the body, aiming to alleviate pain, enhance function, and promote overall health and vitality.

John E. Upledger pioneered Craniosacral Therapy (CST) following rigorous scientific research conducted from 1975 to 1983 at Michigan State University. This gentle, hands-on approach focuses on assessing and optimizing the craniosacral system, encompassing the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that safeguard the brain and spinal cord.

Craniosacral therapy identifies and addresses these blockages, alleviating symptoms such as pain or illness. By applying gentle touch to specific points on the cranium and sacrum, therapists facilitate the body's innate healing abilities. This approach clears blockages that impede spinal flow, fostering natural healing processes.

Beyond physical benefits, CST also supports emotional and psychological well-being. Research indicates that CST can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels. A study conducted at the University of Massachusetts found that participants who received CST reported enhanced relaxation and improved mental clarity. This is especially valuable for individuals dealing with emotional imbalances or trauma, as the therapy creates a safe space for processing difficult emotions. By promoting emotional equilibrium, CST enhances overall quality of life and contributes to a more balanced and fulfilling existence.

How to prepare for session

Receiving Craniosacral Therapy can be a deeply relaxing experience for your whole body, and it may take a little time to process and integrate the changes after a treatment. Ideally, you would not be scheduled to do anything physically, mentally, or emotionally rigorous after a session. Give yourself some time to integrate the subtle, yet powerful changes you will experience in your body in the days to come. Sessions are done fully clothed and it is advisable to wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothes so the therapist can easily access the spine.

Somato Emotional Release(SER)?

Somato Emotional Release is a deeply profound and effective manual therapy designed to support the gentle resolution of trauma in the body. It is a holistic approach that supports the natural connection between your body and mind. It’s based on the understanding that our physical and emotional experiences are deeply interconnected and cannot be separated

Dr. Upledger developed this form of therapy as the result of years of documented patient cases and clinical experience. He observed that physical and emotional traumas are not confined exclusively in the brain and heart, but can also be stored within the tissues of the body in the form of energy cysts. These energy cysts can manifest as a chronic physical ailment, and often be more deceptive by appearing as anxiety, fatigue, or physiological dysfunction.

In Somato Emotional Release, therapeutic imagery and dialogue are used to facilitate the necessary release of the energy cysts as well as other emotions stored in the body. The session enlists the support of the person’s Inner Physician or any other aspect of their internal guidance system to resolve physical and energetic imbalances. . Somatic therapy invites you to slow down, listen to your body, and reconnect with yourself — offering a gentle and empowering path to healing.

When should I consider SER ?

Somato Emotional Release is a therapeutic process that expands upon the principles of Craniosacral Therapy, with a focus on releasing trauma stored in the body. Anyone can benefit from this modality, but the treatment will be most beneficial for those that are looking for deeper change in their body, and open to the process of somatic healing. If you’re feeling stuck in any area of your life, or are experiencing chronic stress and anxiety, then SomatoEmotional Release may be beneficial for you. If you suffer from PTSD from past or recent life events, or are experiencing overwhelming grief, or simply want to feel more empowered in your body, this treatment could be beneficial for you.

Somato Emotional Release(SER)?

Somato Emotional Release is a deeply profound and effective manual therapy designed to support the gentle resolution of trauma in the body. It is a holistic approach that supports the natural connection between your body and mind. It’s based on the understanding that our physical and emotional experiences are deeply interconnected and cannot be separated

Dr. Upledger developed this form of therapy as the result of years of documented patient cases and clinical experience. He observed that physical and emotional traumas are not confined exclusively in the brain and heart, but can also be stored within the tissues of the body in the form of energy cysts. These energy cysts can manifest as a chronic physical ailment, and often be more deceptive by appearing as anxiety, fatigue, or physiological dysfunction.

In SomatoEmotional Release, therapeutic imagery and dialogue are used to facilitate the necessary release of the energy cysts as well as other emotions stored in the body. The session enlists the support of the person’s Inner Physician or any other aspect of their internal guidance system to resolve physical and energetic imbalances. . Somatic therapy invites you to slow down, listen to your body, and reconnect with yourself — offering a gentle and empowering path to healing.

When should I consider SER ?

Somato Emotional Release is a therapeutic process that expands upon the principles of Craniosacral Therapy, with a focus on releasing trauma stored in the body. Anyone can benefit from this modality, but the treatment will be most beneficial for those that are looking for deeper change in their body, and open to the process of somatic healing. If you’re feeling stuck in any area of your life, or are experiencing chronic stress and anxiety, then SomatoEmotional Release may be beneficial for you. If you suffer from PTSD from past or recent life events, or are experiencing overwhelming grief, or simply want to feel more empowered in your body, this treatment could be beneficial for you.

60min / $150 90min /$225

First sessions is for 90 minutes. After first session, it should be only 60min treatments.