Included are all bones of the cranium and sacrum as well as the associated facial network. The concept is based on the physiological principle that the flow of fluid within the body is important in health, that the body possesses its own inherent healing capacity, and that structure and function are directly related to one another in health and disease. The rhythm of the craniosacral system is palpable, as are the vascular and respiratory systems. Methods for evaluation and treatment of the entire body are described, observed and practiced. Palpatory skills are learned and developed.
Students leave with a ten-step protocol for therapeutic application.
Craniosacral 2 is recommended to deepen the therapeutic application of the technique. This course is experientially-oriented with lecture time devoted to such topics as physiological effects, muscle reflex points, therapeutic effects, contraindications and massage techniques as described by the various systems of massage. The primary focus is on Swedish massage technique. Ecopsychology is the study of the relationship between humans and nature. This course will cover the basic principles of this new emerging field, as well as examine the historical, philosophical, scientific and spiritual roots of our current dysfunctional relationship with the natural world.