CRANIO-SACRAL &
INTRA-ORAL

ABOUT THIS SERVICE

 

Cranio-Sacral bodywork is very subtle, gentle, and non-invasive. During this type of session, I am listening deeply to the rhythms of the body, which can encourage areas of tension to unwind and create a state of profound relaxation. I recently completed a Level 1 course in this modality and am excited to offer either an entire session in this way, or include it in my sessions when needed. 

 

I also offer intra-oral work, an extension of the cranio-sacral modality that involves touch inside the mouth. We can hold so much stress in these areas, which can lead to headaches, migraines, jaw clenching, teeth grinding, popping jaws, and other discomfort. Emotionally, jaw issues can be triggered from stifling our voice, from not being able to say what we feel we need to express, whether that's because we can't or we won't. Learning to share our truth in a safe way is just as much a part of this healing as the bodywork. 

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This technique consists of gentle massage and holds of the anterior and posterior neck, occiput, external jaw muscles, as well as work done inside the mouth. I wear a glove during this part, and will be in communication with you to make sure you are comfortable with the amount of pressure. This work is slow, allowing the body to unwind in it's own time. 

 

If we have the time, I will also do some front-of-body massage work, which helps to open the chest and lift the torso so the head does not tilt forward as much. I may also work with the pelvis, which is very connected to the jaw. ​