Craniosacral Fascial Therapy
History
CFT was founded by Dr. Barry Gillespie in the 1970's. It was a combination of cranial osteopathy, myofascial release and dental release techniques. CFT was founded on the idea of the craniosacral system and fascial system working as one connected system instead of two separate systems. It blends the modalities of cranial sacral therapy and myofascial release in combination with dental techniques. It is a gentle modality which produces therapeutic benefits without the risk of side effects.
Craniosacral System
The craniosacral system experiences subtle motion in response to an inherent motion of expansion and contraction of the brain. A decrease in the motion can indicate decreased function within the body resulting in pain and/or dysfunction.
Fascia
Fascia is the web of connective tissue surrounding all structures in the body and brain. Fascia thickens in response to injury and trauma creating areas of strain. Unreleased fascial strain can cause distortions in structure as well as nerve and circulatory dysfunction. Fascial strain within the craniosacral fascial system decreases the volume and quality of craniosacral motion.
What to expect?
Each session is essentially peeling back a layer of the onion on your fascial strain, it can take multiple sessions to find relief and sometimes people will experience a little bit of a detox after each session as the strain is released. Depending on the individual some people notice changes right away, some people it takes a few days and others it may take a few sessions. Most people will benefit from 3-5 sessions for optimal benefits.
The Gillespie Approach Website
What is the investment?
Initial appointments are $120 and include up to a 30 minute consultation call to discuss health history and answer any questions about CFT in addition to a 60 minute session which includes about 55 minutes of treatment due to setup/breakdown of equipment in your home. All follow up sessions are $85 for 60 minutes with about 55 minutes of treatment. For those outside a 30 minute driving radius (from zip code 30542) there is a small travel fee per visit based on the distance traveled.
*Discounts offered for two or more family members receiving services at the same time and for booking 4+ sessions up front.
*We also offer intensives to support optimal release and unwinding.
The challenges you are facing in which CFT may help optimize your health
INFANTS: Birth Trauma, Tongue Tie/Lip Tie, Torticollis, Reflux, Colic, Inability to Latch, Difficulty Sucking, Difficulty Sleeping, Constipation, Head Asymmetry, Earache, General Fussiness
CHILDREN: Asthma, Earache, Concussion, ADHD/ADD, Learning Disorders, Sinus Conditions, Anxiety, Neck Pain, Digestive Issues, Bedwetting, Headache, Scoliosis
ADULTS: Headache/Migraine, Concussion, TMJ, Back/Neck Pain, Digestive Issues, Hip Pain, Sinus Conditions, Anxiety/Depression, Sleep Issues/Airway, Poor Range of Motion, Whiplash, Scars
