What is Craniosacral Therapy?

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, non-invasive, non- manipulative, therapy that is safe and effective for all - working sensitively with your body’s innate power to balance, repair and self heal. 

CST is named for the craniosacral system: the bones, tissues and fluid that support your nervous system. Like other body systems (cardiovascular, respiratory etc), the craniosacral system has a movement of its own: the craniosacral motion. The bones of the head (cranium) and the base of the spine (sacrum) follow this movement. The free flowing health of this motion expressed through the different fluids and tissues of the body is essential to our well being. Stress, injury, illness, shock and trauma can get held in the body and the Craniosacral motion can become unbalanced and restricted and can lead to physical, mental and emotional problems.

Clients come for varying reasons, some have acute physical conditions such as back pain, neck problems, jaw problems, headaches, migraines etc. Others may come with long standing conditions such as anxiety, depression or sleeping problems. Some clients come for general support and maintenance as they feel it gives them greater capacity to deal with life in general.