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The human body is a constant source of amazement in how connected everything is within it.  Addressing the Sphenoid Bone through Craniosacral Therapy Often when my hands are working with the Sphenoid Bone a client will mention that they are feeling sensation further down in their body, around their hips, legs, lower abdomen, lower spine... “That’s weird!” has been the most common comment. But actually, it really isn’t.
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Peace and calm may help to regulate one person’s nervous system but may cause another extreme stress, at first. When I google search “How to make the Nervous System feel safe?” the answers are similar. Breathe deeply and be calm.  For some that is not possible, at first. At least that has been my experience with sharing Craniosacral Therapy.
Some clients are able to slide into deep relaxation and find their peaceful centre quickly, while others just don’t. For some their relaxation or grounding point is more found in chaos and excitement. Trying to bring them into Stillpoint likely won’t happen, at first. I realize that their Nervous System is not in a place where it is feeling safe, yet. And this is the important step in meeting a person where they are.  Intraoral Craniosacral Therapy involves gentle, specialized techniques applied inside the mouth to assist with easing tension in the jaw, the palate, the floor of the mouth, sinus cavities, articulations between facial and cranial bones, and other structures in and around the mouth, face and throat.
Through easing fascial and muscular tensions it can be an effective way to address pain in the TMJ, injuries to the mouth, headaches and stress. External Craniosacral Therapy to the Facial Bones and Cranium may be enough to ease these areas but at times additional assistance is needed.
New Years resolutions seem to be a thing of the past, or are they? I don't tend to call them that, but as each year draws to a close I find myself reflecting on what has passed in the year before, and what my intentions are moving forward.
As I complete level 3 of advanced Craniosacral Training I was really impressed with how much time was spent in discussion around awareness to being really sensitive when working in a client’s mouth. Discussion was focused on awareness right down to how you put your glove on and it made so much sense.
 A Concussion is something that often brings clients in for a Craniosacral Therapy session, whether for a recent injury or when navigating post concussion symptoms. Headaches, “foggy brain”, problems with balance, “shooshing in the ears”, problems with concentration, ongoing sensitivity to light or noise, Depression, Anxiety, more Emotional or experiencing mood swings… are just some of the symptoms that clients have mentioned post concussion.
 In a recent discussion amongst Holistic Practitioners the question was asked “Why do clients come to see you?” “Why do they come back?”
After thinking about this I decided that a part of the reason was perhaps, the opportunity to take a “time out” for however long they were on my table. That for an hour or more they could rest in mind, body and spirit, not be “on” and not have to be “doing”. Instead for a short time they could just rest and be. Why do I get this impression? Because the thing I hear from you most often is “I have never felt so relaxed. Ever." Taking “time out” or resting your mind, body and spirit is a crucial part of physical, mental and emotional health. It does not have to be earned.  Recently a client asked me if it was OK to ask what I was feeling when I was sharing a Craniosacral Therapy session with her. A comment often made by those new to Craniosacral Therapy is that they don’t feel me doing anything. In the quiet moments of a Craniosacral Therapy session there are so many subtle things going on throughout your being. I become quiet and close my eyes to limit the senses I am engaging, so that I can gain a better sense through touch.
 One of the main focuses of a Craniosacral Therapy session is to encourage your Nervous System to relax, so that your body can reset. When your Nervous System shifts from the sympathetic (fight or flight) to parasympathetic (rest and digest) function, the healing begins, on all levels. Allowing yourself to surrender and let go isn’t easy for some. It requires your confidence and trust in both me, and in yourself. Trust that I am a safe person to completely relax with, and that I have the skills and training to provide your session.
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Teresa Graham,
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