Craniosacral Therapy With Martha

Martha Egger runs a local Craniosacral Therapy practice with great amount of expertise working also with pregnant women, mums and children.

WHAT IS CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY?

People sometimes ask about the name Craniosacral Therapy and think it only refers to the head. In fact, Craniosacral Therapy works with the whole person and changes may occur in body, mind and spirit during and after sessions. When a Craniosacral therapist places her/his hands lightly on you, she/he is using them to listen to you in much the same way that a counsellor might listen to your words. Your body responds to this sensitive touch by beginning to listen to itself. A feeling that you have been heard in the truest sense of the word is a common experience during and after a Craniosacral session.

These are some of the words and phrases that people have used to describe their experience of Craniosacral Therapy: “Comforting, inner peace, a sense of relief, deep stillness and relaxation, connection, feeling accepted, feeling more fully alive, put back in one piece, feeling whole again”.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY IN PREGNANCY

Some women sail through their pregnancy, whilst for others it can be a bit of a struggle. Whatever your experience, Craniosacral Therapy (CST) can help you in many ways. CST helps to relieve minor ailments, settles nervous and hormonal systems, supports your body’s physical changes, and provides a space for quiet reflection and time to bond with the baby growing inside you.

CST is a safe and gentle choice for pregnant women. Sessions are carried out by a CSTA certified practitioner, who will use gentle touch. They typically last up to an hour, during which time you remain clothed, resting in a comfortable position. Pregnant woman may come to CST for:

Minor pregnancy ailments such as back pain
Balancing effects on nervous and hormonal systems
Support for both mother and baby
Preparing for birth

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY FOR BABIES

Parents commonly bring their baby for Craniosacral Therapy in the first weeks following birth. The baby’s mother and/or father will usually be invited to be part of the session and as the baby responds to treatment, this shared experience can deepen the bonds within the new family.

Craniosacral Therapy is beneficial even if the pregnancy and birth were trouble free. It can also offer support for:

establishing and supporting breastfeeding
developing good sleep patterns
early infant feeding problems including colic, reflux and allergies
torticollis (wry neck)
bonding with parents and siblings

Young babies may be cuddled and fed during treatment and older babies can play with their parents and the therapist.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY FOR CHILDREN

Children of all ages can benefit from Craniosacral Therapy. Craniosacral Therapy is a nurturing and calming approach to childhood healthcare. Many common behavioural, social and learning difficulties respond well to Craniosacral Therapy. The treatment process is gentle and supportive to the physical and emotional needs of the individual child.

MAKE A COMMITMENT TO MANAGING YOUR STRESS

Stress is unavoidable in today’s busy world and our bodies are designed to manage a certain amount of this stimulation. Sometimes though, we can become overwhelmed and unable to cope with life’s demands. Extended periods of stress can start to produce symptoms which have an impact on our day to day life and ultimately may lead to serious illness.

CST is a natural way of helping our bodies to rest and recover. CST is unique in its ability to treat the source of symptoms on every level, whether mental, physical or emotional. For the best results a series of treatments is recommended.

WHO IS IT FOR?

Because it is so gentle and non-invasive, Craniosacral Therapy is suitable for everyone from newborns to the elderly. Mothers and babies often come for problems associated with difficult or traumatic births. Letting go of tension and fear held in the body enables both to settle into calmness.

Craniosacral Therapy supports your body’s innate ability to balance, restore and heal itself, as well as helping to reduce stress and build your underlying energy. The practitioner senses tensions in the body and helps to release them in a supported and comfortable way. During or after a session you may feel calm and energised, with increased clarity of mind and a feeling of well-being.

IN THE LONGER TERM

After a session there is occasionally a short period of adjustment as part of the healing process,where you may become more aware of symptoms.Sometimes people report relief after only one or two sessions. For long-standing problems further sessions may be needed. Some people find they benefit from regular treatment over an extended period of time and say that, as well as noticing improvement in their physical or emotional symptoms, they feel that they have more awareness of their own needs and strengths, and their quality of life has improved.

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