Craniosacral therapy developed from the work of an American osteopath, Dr William Sutherland in the early 1900s. He discovered intrinsic movements of the bones in the head, and through further research revealed different rhythms in the body.
The motion of cranial bones is closely connected to an integrated network of tissues and fluids at the core of the body, that includes the cerebrospinal fluid, the brain and spinal cord, the membranes surrounding the central nervous system and the sacrum.
These movements are inextricably linked with mental and emotional health, and restriction of these movements corresponds to a reduction of the body's natural capacity to self-heal.
The Craniosacral therapist is able to detect these restrictions and help release, and realign the system, bringing relief by allowing the body its natural capacity to self heal.
This therapy can help with many conditions including headaches and migraines, TMJ syndrome, chronic stress and anxiety, poor digestion including IBS and gastritis, PMT, post viral fatigue, muscular and skeletal pain, emotional issues including shock and grief.
Its a very gentle, safe yet powerful treatment that encourages the release of the layers of tension held in our bodies that might be preventing us from feeling connected to our inner vitality and strengths. A common feeling after a treatment is "to feel more like oneself again".
Where appropriate I may offer some TMW in the session which can then be practised at home.
A regular session, eg monthly is great to just release any build up of tension that is occurring in the body mind/ and allow us to come into a place of stillness for a break from our often hectic and demanding lives.
During a session you lie fully clothed on a treatment couch whilst light contacts are made at various points on the body including along the spine, shoulders neck and head. Often this is felt as a profound sense of relaxation and warmth as the body unwinds. Due to the subtle link between body /mind and emotions the release often permeates through all these layers.
This therapy works with the history of our bodies helping to release old and often unnecessary patterns of holding in the tissues. This can lead to a relief of symptoms and an increase in vitality.
During the initial consultation there is time to discuss health issues and treatment.
A course of treatments is often recommended, especially when the symptoms have been going on for a while. However this varies for each individual.
Tai Chi Movements for Well-Being
I am also a qualified TMW trainer .
I offer 1:1 classes teaching the 16 movement sequence over 5 hourly sessions.
I also offer a shorter version which can be added to if wanted at a later date
This is a wonderful self healing form of exercise that can help us release tension, relax and increase our energy levels. The sequence was developed by Tai Chi Master Richard Farmer in 2009 on request from Herefordshire NHS for patients with chronic pain. There are three core principles underlying the training which are;
Embodied presence - which simply means to be present in our body
Release and Flow - to soften into the movements allowing the release of tension and expanding our range of movement.
Connection to Poise - which means to connect to our core, our spine in whatever state is in.
All of us carry our life experiences in our bodies. Often we are unaware of this and neglect our bodies , always pushing forward and putting ourselves under more and more pressure.
Through regular practise of the sequence we can really start to feel the benefits physically, mentally, emotionally and energetically.
Both Craniosacral therapy and Tai Chi Movements for Well-Being encourage us to come into the present allowing us to reconnect with ourselves and experience moments of stillness and peace. This has a powerful effect on our sense of self and our ability in dealing with our often, challenging lives .
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This is a wonderful self healing form of exercise that can help us release tension, relax and increase our energy levels. The sequence was developed by Tai Chi Master Richard Farmer in 2009 on request from Herefordshire NHS for patients with chronic pain. There are three core principles underlying the training which are;
Embodied presence - which simply means to be present in our body
Release and Flow - to soften into the movements allowing the release of tension and expanding our range of movement.
Connection to Poise - which means to connect to our core, our spine in whatever state is in.
All of us carry our life experiences in our bodies. Often we are unaware of this and neglect our bodies , always pushing forward and putting ourselves under more and more pressure.
Through regular practise of the sequence we can really start to feel the benefits physically, mentally, emotionally and energetically.
Both Craniosacral therapy and Tai Chi Movements for Well-Being encourage us to come into the present allowing us to reconnect with ourselves and experience moments of stillness and peace. This has a powerful effect on our sense of self and our ability in dealing with our often, challenging lives .
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