CranioSacral Therapy in London
What is CranioSacral therapy?
CranioSacral Therapy, is a system of natural health care. This profoundly effective, very safe and relaxing therapy, uses the bones of the cranium and sacrum as handles to access connective tissue deep within the body and the central nervous system. The practitioner evaluates and frees up restrictions in the connective tissue and enhances fluid flow, thus stimulating and encouraging the body to self heal.
How can CranioSacral Therapy help me?
This gentle non-invasive therapy, is suitable for people of all ages including new-borns and those with painful conditions. CranioSacral Therapy can also be of benefit to those who are already in great health and would like to stay that way!
CranioSacral Therapy has a wide scope of conditions that it can alleviate including:
| relieves physical pain and tension | improves the immune system |
| improves posture | enhances fertility |
| headaches & migraines | balances hormone levels |
| enhances brain function and coordination | respiratory problems |
| stiff joints | sinusitis |
| digestive problems | depression |
| whiplash | post traumatic stress |
| improves the function of organs | balances the emotions |
| post-surgical dysfunction | increases energy and vitality |
Somato Emotional Release (S.E.R.)
S.E.R. uses and expands on the principles of CranioSacral Therapy with imagery and dialogue techniques. This helps to release suppressed emotions and the residual effects of physical and emotional trauma that may be inhibiting complete structural release. This is particularly useful for those who have had intense emotional or physical trauma.
What happens during a session?
The client lies fully clothed on a treatment table, the therapist then uses their hands to identify any tensions held within the body. Light pressure is then applied (the equivalent to a 20p piece weight in pressure), to certain areas of the body.
Because the pressure used is so light and gentle, the body does not tighten up in defense, allowing for much deeper work to occur because of the non-invasive approach used.
Sensations during and after sessions can be varied, however common reports are of pain relief, improved posture, full recovery or relief of condition, relaxation and increased wellbeing.
Where does it come from?
The CranioSacral system is a relatively new system discovered by Dr John Upledger in the 1970’s, whilst assisting a surgical operation. He has expanded and developed his work based on the findings of osteopath Dr G Sutherland. Dr Upledger has formed CranioSacral Therapy establishing its scientific basis with a team of anatomists, physiologists, biophysicists and bioengineers.
What is the CranioSacral system?
The CranioSacral system is made up of the cranial bones, the spinal column and the sacrum. The system includes connective tissue called the dura and looks a bit like a tadpole shaped bag with fluid in that lines the cranium and is inside the spinal column. This bag is a semi-closed hydraulic system within the body, containing cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid is pumped round the system hydraulically, in a tide-like ebb and flow, providing nutrients to the brain, and maintaining a healthy environment for the brain and central nervous system. If fluid pressure is not maintained, due to tension in connective tissue, than ill health can occur.
The CranioSacral system affects all the systems i.e. the digestive, lymphatic, urinary, musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulation, reproductive, endocrine, and the central nervous system. Behavior and emotions are also related to this.
Links:
- CranioSacral Therapy - www.upledger.com, www.upledger.co.uk
Testimonials
“Through Kiera I have experienced the healing forms of Craniosacral Therapy and Reiki. With the transformative capacities of these techniques together with Kieras' skillful and intuitive ability I have experienced much healing & positive change in physical, mental and emotional areas. You have made a difference to my life and I thank you deeply for this”.
Dr John V.
“I came to Kiera with a pain in my upper back on the left hand side which I had had for 13 years and tried all sorts of massage/chiropractic/osteopathic/shiatsu methods.
They would help but then the pain would be back in 3 weeks. Kiera was amazing -within 2 sessions she had cleared the pain using craniosacral and talking through the emotions that were being released during the session. The pain has gone and has never come back- with it my life has changed and I am much happier and focused.
Kiera is one of those holistic practitioners who is totally committed to her healing art and who knows how to get to the root cause of a problem.
She is also brilliant with children as we take our daughter to her as well. I have no hesitation in recommending Kiera. Be prepared to take your life forward with Kiera”.
Marek Duchnowski.
“Kiera has the ability to hold a space, where you feel completely at ease and fully supported.
She has the knack of getting right to the heart of the issue, even when you aren't aware of what that issue is.
'I have total trust and confidence in her ability & experience as a therapist.'
I have benefitted enormously from her sessions on every level & as a result moved my life forward”.
Nina Epiphaniou Fanos.
I have been treated by Kiera with CranioSacral Therapy for the last 5 years now and have gone from strength to strength. Kiera has given me a warm, safe, non judgmental space where her deep knowledge and sensitivity have helped to heal and give some much needed peace to what have been some difficult times for me”.
J. Logan.
“The beauty of craniosacral therapy for me has been its deeply powerful healing effect delivered through the gentlest whisper of a touch... Kiera's kind heart and wise hands continue to help guide me on my journey towards wholeness.
Somato emotional release therapy takes me that step further, beyond my conscious self, helping me discover and uncover aspects of my body/mind self that need attention”.
Aliciane, gestalt therapist, artist and poet.
“As someone who has used a variety of alternative and complementary therapies throughout my life, I have found the treatments with Kiera have been exceptionally profound and beneficial.
I have found that Kiera has a real empathy with her skills in CranioSacral Therapy and has always shown sensitivity and confidence in her work with me”.
A. Prescott.
