What is Craniosacral Therapy?

CST is a gentle, non-invasive therapy usually carried out while the client lies comfortably and fully clothed on a therapy table. A light touch is used to listen to the cranial rhythm.

This therapy, while very gentle is very powerful and connects with the deep healing forces within your body to facilitate and use the body’s own healing potential which can be encouraged to counteract stresses.
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Areas that responded well to Craniosacral Therapy

  • Stress & Anxiety
  • Headaches / Migraines
  • Neck, Shoulder and Back pain
  • Digestive Issues
  • Injury, shock and trauma
  • Conception & Fertility
  • Despression
  • Dental and facial issues
  • Asthma
  • Fatigue
  • Emotion & Gut Feeling

What happens in a session?

At your first session, we will complete a simple intake form and discuss your history and what has brought you for treatment.

Then you will lie, fully clothed on the therapy table. Usually lying face up, however on your side is also good. I then listen to your cranial rhythm using my hands and gentle touch.

I usually begin at the feet. This is a client lead therapy where your body sets the pace and direction of work, thereby you are in control which in turn enables change to occur.

Where can I find out more about Craniosacral Therapy?

For more information regarding Craniosacral Therapy (CST), please visit the Irish Association of Craniosacral Therapists at www.iacst.ie and upledger.ie

Please note, Craniosacral Therapy is not intended as primary healthcare, but rather to work alongside the relationship you have with your doctor or other health professionals.

How many sessions do I need?

Each patient is different, however I usually recommend a series of regular sessions. There is no set number of sessions.

Everyone is different and some clients may feel relief from symptoms after a treatment or two while others need more sessions to become aware of the changes taking place.

For long standing or chronic issues, I recommend consistent sessions over a longer period and this is reviewed with you, the client, regularly. There is no pressure!
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Testimonials

"Avril is such good professional and has help us lots in the last few months.
She's very very kind and sympathetic person. Always happy to help and very quick giving you an appointment which is great for emergencies. I love Cranio sacral therapy to help with stress, back problems and pain and in my opinion is the best therapy i’ve tried so far. We are happy to recommend Avril to anyone who is looking for help with their health problems."


 

"Avril is a marvel - with gentle hands, and a reassuring manner. CST has helped me keep a clear head and a "more relaxed" body. By listening with her hands to what my body needs - without having to ask probing questions - Avril has cleared away pent up neck and back tension completely noninvasively, allowing me to breathe deeper and connect more fully with myself. After a CST session with Avril it feels like I am floating on a cloud, without the emotional and physical tensions I had entered the session with."


 

"A possible ray of light for those suffering with Long Covid symptoms: Today I ran 3km, without stopping, for the first time since I was ill in March 2020. In October I was pushed to run 100m! I had 4 sessions with Avril who is a brilliant Craniosacral Therapist. I approached the first session with a slightly doubtful, open mind. I felt immediately improved. This only lasted around 10 days, so I went back for more. Each time my improvement lasted longer. "


 

"I came to CST in despair, reeling from a tumultuous period of breakups, health scares and chronic stress. I’ve been seeing Avril for the last few months, and in that time I’ve seen my insomnia, low mood, allergies, anxiety, vertigo and muscle pain recede and my energy restored.
I knew nothing about CST at first, but the beauty of it is that I don't need to. It is gentle and your body will never tackle something its not ready for. Every CST session is different, but it feels like sinking into a warm, hot bath. After the first session I felt like I had lost 10kg from all the emotional stress I had been needlessly carrying around. After a few sessions, you become better attuned to your body and you can feel the therapy working in subtle ways in-between sessions as you heal old injuries; energetic, emotional and physical. I have already referred my family and friends to see Avril. It is my heartfelt belief that in this stressful time everybody needs CST in their life and I will be forever grateful." (RJ)


 

"Hi Avril ! I just wanted to say how amazing I'm feeling, especially after today's session with you. I'm so happy. You really are able to do so much for me and I'm so grateful! My head feels wonderful and so does everything else. I always love my time with you and all of our chats - thank you for being you and for sharing so much with me. I really appreciate you! Sending another big bug and all my love."


 

"Really wonderful place and very nice person. I think Avril helped my child a lot."


 

"Brian has made tremendous strides. He no longer complains of his head hurting. We also have noticed an improvement in his speech - he is starting to put more sentences together. Overall, he appears calmer and happier. He continues to look forward to his CranioSacral sessions. I would not hesitate to bring him back again!"


 

"I recently went to see Avril for a tense neck and headaches and as always she took great care of me. The tension eased quickly and just being in Avrils presence and enjoying her nurturing way of giving me all her attention felt so wonderful. My headache was gone and I felt refreshed and immensly relaxed. Thank you Avril for yet another wonderful session. I am looking forward to my next appointment." Franke