What is Craniosacral Therapy?
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle and profound hands-on body therapy founded in Osteopathy. CST is a wonderfully relaxing approach to healing through touch. The therapist directly supports their clients’ ability to self-repair and find a natural balance by following the unwinding of the tissues. This therapy is suited for all ages and a wide range of acute to chronic conditions. Regular sessions support the maintenance of good health.
How is it performed? CST is done on a fully clothed body. The client will lie comfortably on the treatment table, and the Practitioner will place their hands on the client’s body to help regulate the central nervous system. When the central nervous system is relaxed and free of restrictions, the body is more easily able to return to its highest levels of health.
Book online or call 250-306-9283 to schedule your session.
What is the difference between Mechanical CST and Biodynamic CST?
During a Mechanical CST session, the Practitioner will place their hands on the client, which allows them to “tune into” the craniosacral rhythm. The Practitioner then uses delicate manual techniques to release restrictions and relieve undue pressure on the brain, spinal cord, and all other tissues throughout the body. This is a more “direct” process than the biodynamic approach.
During a Biodynamic CST session, the Practitioner will place their hands on the client, which allows them to “tune into” the whole body. The Practitioner listens to the ways the tissues, fluids and potency within the body want to express themselves, and follows this as it unfolds. This is a more “indirect” process than the mechanical approach.
What are the Benefits of CST?
Craniosacral sessions (mechanical & biodynamic) are beneficial for acute, sub-acute and chronic pain. CST sessions are also well-suited for maintaining wellness and reducing stress.
Conditions that Craniosacral Therapy can assist with include:
- Autism
- Menstrual Cramping
- Migraines
- Muscle Tension
- Muscle Spasms
- Nightmares
- Osteoarthritis
- Personality Disturbances
- Postural Deformities
- PTSD
- Raynaud’s Disease
- Scars
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Stress-Related Disorders
- Tinnitus
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Vertigo
- Whiplash
- Birth Traumas
- Chronic Depression
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Constipation
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Digestive Disorders
- Dyslexia
- Edema
- Fibromyalgia
- Frozen Shoulder
- Headaches
- Herniated Discs
- Impingement Syndrome
- Inflammation of the nerves
- Insomnia
- Low Back Pain
- Lupus
Crainiosacral Therapy is also sought out by those who are perfectly healthy as a meditative and calming experience that helps improve overall well-being. Clients benefit from better overall health and greater resistance to disease by receiving regular maintenance treatments.
What to Know Before You Book
Payment is due in full at the time of your treatment.
If you have extended medical care that covers Craniosacral Therapy, you can submit your receipt to your health insurer for reimbursement.
Please get in touch with your insurance provider to confirm the details of your coverage.
As a highly sensitive and empathic person, I have found Craniosacral Therapy to be the ultimate tonic to my overstimulated nervous system – truly a ‘reset button’ that leaves me feeling deeply nourished.
Emily Leduc
Craniosacral Therapy Session Options
Did you know? Alongside our fully Registered Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Sessions, our Healing Arts Clinic often offers Low-cost Student Practitioner Sessions.
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Sessions
60 minutes: $110.00 – $130.00
Tidal Elements’ Registered Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapists® are experienced Practitioners who are here for your holistic care. They are available to see clients who have had serious health issues, or people who are simply looking to deepen their sense of self-awareness on their life journey.
If you have extended medical benefits, please get in touch with our Reception Team to find out who might be the best fit for your care.
For specific questions, email:
- Jen de Bourcier – jdebourcier@gmail.com
- Kjara Brecknell – kjara@telus.net
- Zabrina Barteaux – zabrina@horsecentred.com
Mechanical Craniosacral Therapy Sessions
60 minutes: $120.00 – $130.00
Lana Blain is a Registered Massage Therapist who also offers the Mechanical approach of Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger Institute. If you have extended medical benefits for Registered Massage Therapy, you can use them for your sessions with Lana, as CST falls within the scope of practice for RMTs.
For specific questions, email:
- Lana Blain – lanablain@hotmail.com
Low-cost Student Practitioner Sessions
When we have students available to offer sessions, we charge a low-cost fee to clients in order for them to have this learning experience.
1st Year Students, 30 minutes – $20
Our 1st-year students are currently taking on new practice clients who are in good general health. Minor accidents and injuries are common for people with good health.
We ask that people with more serious conditions or who are on strong medications book in with either a 2nd-year student or a Registered Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist.
2nd Year Students, 45 minutes – $40
Our 2nd-year students are available to see practice clients who struggle with serious conditions such as concussions, motor vehicle accidents, fibromyalgia, Crohn’s disease, etc, so they can continue to build upon their experience. They can also see clients who are pregnant or have newborns (after they have completed Seminar 9).
Call the Clinic at 250-306-9283 to inquire about available Student Practitioners.
Contact and Booking
Ready to experience the benefits of Craniosacral Therapy in Vernon? Visit our peaceful clinic in the heart of downtown Vernon.
Book online or call 250-306-9283 to schedule your session. Our team looks forward to helping you feel grounded, balanced, and renewed.