Do you suffer from headaches & migraines?
Craniosacral Therapy can help calm the nervous system
Craniosacral Therapy is a soft tissue treatment that works to release tension & settle nervous system overwhelm back into calm – often part of the headache response. The practitioner uses very light contact and works with the inherent fluid & tissue movements of the body. The result is long term tension release & restoration of calm & balance to the nervous system.
About headaches & migraines
Headaches & Migraines affect 1 in every 3 people. Patients often report their headaches are taking time out of their day or week for recovery, and that their prescribed medications either give side effects or that they are worried about becoming reliant on taking pain relief & would prefer a more natural solution.
Headaches are classified into many different types – the most common types are listed below:
- Sinus Headaches
- Tension headaches
- Cluster headaches
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine without Aura
- Chronic Migraines
- Post-injury headaches
- Post-trauma headaches
In addition to pain, headache & migraine patients often report feeling:
- easily overwhelmed
- easily irritated
- hypersensitive to noise & light
- hypersensitive to their environment in general
- foggy thinking, unfocused
- tired / fatigued
- stressed
- living in a state of worry as to when the next episode will be
- held back by their headaches
What causes headaches & migraines?
Although the causes of headaches and migraines is largely unknown, in CST the headache & migraine response feels like the central nervous system is completely overloaded. When the Nervous System is overused & reaches overload we get a storm in the brain & brainstem which results in tension, pain & inflammation. It makes sense that sufferers often need to reduce exposure to light, sound, screens & busy environments during a migraine – to give their nervous system the break it needs. There can be many events & experiences in our lives that can either directly cause nervous system overload or contribute to it. Examples of these are:
- Birth Trauma
- Injuries
- Surgery
- Dental Work
- Emotional Trauma
- Work Stresses
- Dealing with loss
- Accidents
- Falls / Concussion
- Food intolerances
We often respond strongly to all of these life events and they are all stored in the body even if they are in the past and often forgotten about. As a result they contribute to our nervous system response in the present.
How Craniosacral help with headaches
CST is great at helping to settle the Nervous System and help any overload response return to healthy levels. CST uses gentle contact & subtle movements to coax the Nervous System (and us) back into feeling safe. (CST is different from the Watson Method which is entirely focused on manipulation of the neck). Working more gently & addressing your whole Nervous System may take longer but results in a deeper and longer lasting change that feels good during and after treatment.
What to expect
After several sessions with CST patients often report feeling a sense of well-being & ease in situations they would normally be feeling stressed & agitated. This is how it feels when we operate with a Nervous System that is more calm & resourced.
Its important to note that every person is different even if the headache symptom is the same. Some clients respond very quickly and some take more time. Even if your headaches take some time to settle, often there are many benefits to CST that you reap along the way, such as improved sleep, better focus, less tension and feeling calmer & more resourced.
Why is Craniosacral different to other treatments?
Tension Release
Craniosacral therapy helps to release tension from within by working with your nervous system.
Long Lasting
Craniosacral releases trauma from tissues at a deep level. This promotes long lasting relief from pain & tension.
Manipulation-Free
Craniosacral is very gentle with no manipulation. If you are sensitive or in pain you are in safe hands.
We are located in Mt Eden, Auckland
38 Rossmay Terrace, Kingsland, Auckland
Mon, Tues & Fri: 9am - 3pm
Wed & Thur: 9am – 6pm
Treatment Fees
Adult (1hr):
Initial: $115
Follow up: $105
Child/Youth (1hr, up to 12yrs)
Initial: $105
Follow up: $95
Baby (30min session)
Follow up: $85
Mothers & Babies (1hr, both in one session):
Initial: $115
Follow up: $105
Read what some of our patients say
When I came to see James I was suffering with migraines and headaches for a few years. I usually had 1-2 migraines per week, each time lasting up to 72 hours during the day and night. Pills were not very helpful.
I stopped having migraines from my first session and after each following one I was having less headaches as well.
I do not have migranes anymore, now if I have a headache, its just once or twice a month . They are weak and do not last long.
I am very happy with the result and i would definitely recommend to do Craniosacral Therapy as I know from my experience how hard it is to find a solution from migraines. The quality of my life is increased and pain does not ruin my life anymore.
I had regular severe migraines for the past 5 years on a monthly basis. After the first session with James they became less intense, and by the 3rd session they stopped – I have not had any migraines for what would now be over 3 months! I am really impressed and am glad to have a natural relief.