Craniosacral Therapy (CST)
What is Craniosacral Therapy?
WG Sutherland discovered movements intrinsic to the cranial membranes which justify the micro-mobility of the bones of the skull. The biomechanics of hundreds of joints in the skull affect the body in many ways. The consequences on the sensory organs, the cranial nerves, the different parts of the brain are vast.
Cranial treatment can support a variety of issues such as:
Concussions/Trauma
Poor sleep
Increased Anxiety
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Sinus Issues
Unlike force-based techniques, Craniosacral Therapy is a precise, gentle approach focused on the membranes, fluid systems, and neurological tension patterns around the brain and spine.
Using subtle contact, we assess and reduce restrictions that may be contributing to:
Persistent head tension
Post-concussion symptoms
Stress overload
Sleep disturbances
Jaw & sinus pressure
This allows the nervous system to shift out of “fight-or-flight” and into a more regulated state.
What Makes It Different
Most treatments focus only on muscles and joints.
Craniosacral Therapy focuses on:
The dural membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord
Cranial motion & mobility patterns
Autonomic nervous system regulation
Fluid dynamics that influence pressure & tension
It’s especially useful when:
Adjustments feel too aggressive
The system feels “overloaded” or sensitive
Stress and recovery capacity are limiting progress
Common Reasons Patients Choose Cranial Work
Concussion recovery support
Chronic headaches or migraines
Poor sleep or nervous system dysregulation
Increased anxiety or stress reactivity
TMJ or sinus pressure
Post-trauma tension patterns

