I start the treatment with your case history, a discussion of your needs, and a description of the therapy if you’re new to it. I’ll answer any questions you may have. I will also ask you to sign a form to say you accept the therapy may bring stuff up for you, and that you take responsibility for yourself if it does (most forms of holistic therapy will occasionally bring stuff up as a normal part of the healing process).
We then proceed to the couch. The therapy is done fully clothed (loose trousers or leggings can be more ideal than long skirts/dresses).
I start with several gentle holds to evaluate your body. The treatment proceeds around the body, head and spine with specialized light touch holds. Occasionally I may use deeper pressure or hold a limb in a certain position for a short period. I may ask what you are feeling, and occasionally work with some imagery if you feel comfortable to do so. It may be appropriate to finish with a few minutes of energy work. Then I’ll re-evaluate your body.
The most common experience for my clients is of deep relaxation, having brief passing experiences of emotional or physical pain, seeing colours, and having feelings of joy, energy and bliss. If working with imagery is appropriate during the session, it can sometimes to lead to some deep emotional release .
With time to talk before and after, a craniosacral session will generally last from 60 to 90 minutes.
After the treatment clients usually feel calm, relaxed, more mobile and comfortable in their body and happy. Sometimes they have revelations or deeper understandings about themselves. Integration may take a few days.
I would suggest a short break after the session before working heavy machinery or driving far to allow yourself to ground properly.