Many people have not heard about Craniosacral Therapy...
I could go into the specific and the technical aspects of the work, but what I have found is that most clients like a basic explanation. So here I go.
Craniosacral fluid runs around the brain and the spinal cord. With the basic pressurestat model, the pressure rises in the brain and then lessens. This brings the body into flexion and extension movements every few seconds. A Craniosacral Therapist listens to the body to feel the symmetry, amplitude and other perceptions of how well the Craniosacral System is working. This is a mindful exercise to listen and then trust the information that comes into the hands as it is very subtle work.
Clients are often surprised that I can feel what is going on in the feet, but it is one of the listening stations to gather information that can be quite useful. It is often found that what is happening in the cranium also has an impact on the rest of the body and visa versa. For example, if I listen to the sphenoid movement right by the temples, I will often pick up similar imbalances elsewhere like in the hips. A seasoned Craniosacral Therapist will often follow treatment by listening to what is the primary place to begin and then treating associated issues. Listening along the whole body gives a good overall view of how to proceed with the work in service to health and wellbeing.
Craniosacral Therapy addresses the nervous system primarily, but it also is very much engaged with the fascia, and other cellular activity in the human body. Cells are linked together to perform certain tasks and in service to the whole of the organism. With the human body, as one works with the Central Nervous System, it also benefits the rest of the body as dialogue opens and the body finds its own inherent balance. What makes Craniosacral Therapy such a great healing modality is that is calms, yet also energizes and the touch is so gentle almost anyone can receive it.
Some clients who are very self aware can feel the work right away and notice the big shifts that are happening and continue after a session. Other people may take some time to get use to such a light touch. They may not yet understand that deep aggressive work is not always the best method to relieve pain and tensions, based on their history and how they are organized. In truth, anyone can eventually begin to gain insights and feel healthier once they learn to accept this delicate yet profound work.
I also love the Structural Integration work which is layering and goes deep, but there also are wonderful benefits from trusting the Craniosacral system's wisdom to work with some of the deeper primal forces of the human body.
Craniosacral Therapy is great for newborns and I have used with clients in their 90's. If you are looking for a therapy that brings about real positive change, it may be something you want to consider. If you have more questions, please feel free to call Sharon Hartnett at (740) 966-5153 for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Warmly,
Sharon Hartnett LMT
Certified Advanced Cranosacral Therapist
Upledger Institute
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