
Holding Space | Healing Journey | Trauma Informed
What is Craniosacral Therapy?
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CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system, which has been shown to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, as well as many other systems of the body, such as digestive, musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulatory, and more. CST has also been shown to help with the physical components related to such somatic conditions as Post Traumatic Stress, depression and anxiety.
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By facilitating the body's natural and innate healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and has been shown to be beneficial for people seeking help with a wide range of healthcare challenges and symptoms.
What Conditions can benefit from Craniosacral Therapy?
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Migraines, Headaches
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Chronic Pain
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Motor-Coordination Impairments
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Central Nervous System Disorders
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Orthopedic Problems
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Alzheimer's
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Spinal Cord Injuries
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Scoliosis
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Conception, Pregnancy, Birth
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Pediatric Challenges
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Learning Differences, ADD, ADHD
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Autism and Sensory Processing
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Traumatic Brain Injuries
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Concussions
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Chronic Fatigue
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Emotional Difficulties, Depression
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Stress and Tension-Related Problems
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Fibromyalgia
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Connective-Tissue Disorders
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Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
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Dental Challenges
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Immune Disorders
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Post-Surgical Dysfunction
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Sleep Challenges
“Every treatment protocol should be dictated by the wisdom of the patient’s own body.”
—Dr. John E. Upledger