SharonHartnett | Best Craniosacral Therapist Columbus

SomatoEmotional Release CST

by SharonHartnett | Aug 25, 2016 | craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, Massage, mind body & spirit

SomatoEmotional Release (SER) is just what it means…

Somato means relating to the human body.

Emotional is characterized by intense feelings.

Release is freedom!

What is different about SomatoEmotional Release Work with Craniosacral Therapy that other therapies?

With Craniosacral Therapy, the therapist focuses on the myofascial tissues, but primarily on the Craniosacral Rhythm as a guide to help release restrictions in the body that maintain stress patterns. As we listen intently to the quality, symmetry, rate and amplitude of the rhythm, we ask the Inner Physician within to lead the way to self healing and self discovery. This often leads us into disorganized energy and tissues, and possibly into a layer of emotions. An experienced Craniosacral Therapist will then gently encourage its expression to release the body into more freedom and mobility. Many other types of possible therapy might be either massage or psychotherapy. SER in particular, while it is not psychotherapy, allows for the mind, body and spirit to reconnect and bring more balance and awareness on many levels.

Craniosacral Therapy Columbus

Craniosacral Therapy is a very gentle type of therapy that focuses on connection with the central nervous system. Often people who are feeling overactive internally will feel quiet and calm. Others who feel lethargic pick up energy as they come closer to equilibrium. SER, with it full spectrum experiencing, gives space for the unfolding of blocked patterns into expression and presence.

If you feel like your emotions are stopping you from relaxing and enjoying your life, or that the tension in your body is causing pain, SomatoEmotional Release work may be just the right thing for you.

If you have any questions, please call Sharon Hartnett LMT at 740 966-5153

www.upledger.com

www.massageincolumbusohio.com

5 Tips for Neck Pain Relief

by SharonHartnett | May 14, 2016 | craniosacral, Massage

Looking for some Neck Pain Relief?

I really like to stay with the basics when it comes to neck pain, and say that hands-on massage work is one of the best things to reduce it. So that is my first tip. Find a good Massage Therapist who has great recommendations. When your neck is bothering you, this is not a luxury, but rather an essential for your health and wellbeing. Being proactive is a lot less expensive than surgery, and it much easier.
I have found this great new gadget on the internet called Dr Riter’s Real Ease. I have no financial link to this item, but have tried it myself and with clients, and we all love it. It is so comfortable and relaxes the neck muscles. I know when I use it, my whole body starts to relax also. I found this on Amazon.
Neck Pain Relief
Believe it or not, often neck pain can result from a misaligned pelvis. A chiropractor can help you to restore better posture in conjunction with soft tissue work. A healthy pelvic girdle and spine support a healthy neck.
Stop bending over to look at your I phone and computer. Either prop up your technology or get a proper ergonomic chair and working station. Almost every client who walks into my office these days has forward head. That ends up being a lot of weight that is being carried incorrectly.
Research good pillows. There is nothing worst than waking up with a stiff and painful neck. Personally, I bought mine at Brookstone. They have a good selection, and it helps me to sleep well on my back. However there are many other brands. My chiropractor sold me one which was quite nice which I found on this page too.

While neck pain is a common ailment, it does not make it any easier when it hurts. If it stays persistent, even with heat//cold treatment, go see a physician. Neck issues should not be ignored. Be proactive in your health!

Sharon Hartnett LMT 740 966-5153

Columbus, Ohio

www.massageincolumbusohio.com

Healing Sexual Abuse with Craniosacral Therapy

by SharonHartnett | Apr 13, 2016 | craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, healing, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, mind body & spirit, upledger institute

Statistics say that 1 in 5 girls and 1 in 20 boys have suffered sexual abuse.

Many victims of abuse stay quiet about their experience. Isolation often leads them to feeling low self-esteem, and frightened about contact. It’s time to change that.

Craniosacral Therapy

Recovering from sexual abuse is an individualized process that is done with hope and help.

If one can only imagine after suffering sexual abuse in silence, what it would take to step out and commit to the healing process, know that resources are available.

Craniosacral Therapy can be very helpful if only for its therapeutic presence. Yet it is also a very gentle hands on therapy that is done with respect and in a neutral state of Being.This allows clients to have an experience of touch that is without judgment, where they can feel into their emotions and let go of residual trauma.This often takes many session to build trust, and to work with the Inner Physician within the client through mindfulness and self-discovery. This is not an advice type of psychotherapy, but rather a bodywork exploration into the senses, and feelings that come up organically within the bodywork context. By working with the Craniosacral Therapy rhythm, the therapist can monitor and support the Central Nervous system to balance and integrate.

Sharon Hartnett LMT has worked with clients with this modality in conjunction with psychotherapists to support self-discovery. Clients have learned to identify and build healthy boundaries, to self-regulate and move through their trauma at their own pace and time. Everything is done with respect and organic movement. There is no need to accomplish or go for a goal, but rather to allow the process to unfold in its own way. Everyone deserves to feel safe in their body.

If you are feeling stressed and and feel like you would like to try this CST, call Sharon Hartnett CST-D for a free 15 minute consultation.

Sharon Hartnett 703 509-1792

Two Locations: Johnstown and Worthington Ohio

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

Massage after a Car Accident?

by SharonHartnett | Mar 19, 2016 | craniosacral, Massage, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, Structural Integration

Have you been suffering from pain after a Car Accident?

Is your neck bothering you? Your back? Noticing discomfort years later?

Even when you think you have not been hurt right after a car accident impact, the smartest thing you can do is see a physician. That’s because you can be thrown out of proper alignment without being aware of it. The impact of all that energy coming at and through you is bound to create some type of imbalance in your system. Any incurred stress patterns can potentially turn into pain. So get checked out thoroughly.

Car Accident

The best thing you can do if having been examined is first to make sure that everything is alright. If you are feeling any stress at all, you might ask your physician to offer some suggestions of practitioners who can help you either proactively or to help relieve pain. Some ideas might be that you see a:

Specialist
Chiropractor
Physical Therapist
Massage Therapist
Movement Facilitator

Being a Licensed Massage Therapist, what I can speak about is bodywork and hands on healing. I’d like to speak to the benefits of this type of work because many people see massage therapy as a luxury. Rather- I’d like to offer that therapeutic massage can reach you in places that restore health and wellbeing uniquely and that are tailored to your individual needs more than any type of therapy I can think of. I have seen clients who have tried just about everything without good results. But with Myofascia Therapy and Craniosacral Therapy, the therapist listens to your inner body intelligence and addresses soft tissue and the Craniosacral System to bring you back to health .

Myofascia Therapy: The fascia is a tissue that can be re-educated to help you to find a more efficient line in which you can move more easily. The less you have to work against gravity, the more optimal your movement can be. By looking at the structure of each individual body, one can see and also feel into rotations, adhesions and any dysfunctional pattern that contributes to pain. By observing and listening with sight and palpation, an experienced massage therapist or bodyworker can help you iron out those issues out of your life!

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a light touch modality which emphasizes balancing of the Central Nervous System in relationship to the rest of the body, as well as gently allowing the fascia to release and come into balance. With about 5 grams of touch the therapist works with the flexion and extension phases of the cerebrospinal fluid motion to revitalize and strengthen. Clients are often amazed by the end of the session at how much lighter and freer they feel.

In combination, these two modalities can do wonders.

You don’t have to live in pain. Commit to your health and wellbeing.

If you have questions and are located in the Columbus, Ohio area, call Sharon Hartnett at 740 966-5153.

For google reviews, touch: Lighten Up Therapies

Sharon Hartnett LMT 740 966-5153

www.upledger.com

ADHD Help

by SharonHartnett | Mar 14, 2016 | craniosacral, Craniosacral Therapy, Massage, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, mind body & spirit

The percentage of drugs that children take for ADHD has gone up dramatically.

I have no judgement about this. Physicians are doing what they can to help children who feel inattentive, high energy and are having a difficult time integrating into mainstream daily life. Medications can help. Maybe there are some more integrative treatments as well.

ADHD can be challenging. On top of the child’s own inherent challenges, they often can face rejection by other children, teachers and their community as well.

So what else can be done to help our children?

How about trying a more natural approach that will support the best qualities of your child to shine ?

Craniosacral Therapy has been able to help lots of kids with ADHD to calm down and feel more centered. Personally, there is nothing better than having a child get up off the table and give me a big hug because they finally have a sense of peace and balance. If we can encourage the child to lay down and receive the work, the Central Nervous System often will feel some huge shifts. By working with the brain, spine, and surrounding tissues, we can assist the cerebrospinal fluid to function optionally, allowing the CNS to do its work more efficiently.

When one’s mind is busy, one of the best experiences can be to relax and feel quiet.

Here are some benefits CST can provide:

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on technique that focuses on the craniosacral system—comprising the membranes and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It’s used to release tension and improve the functioning of the central nervous system. CST is often considered a complementary therapy and is sometimes suggested for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to help manage symptoms. While the evidence supporting its effectiveness for ADHD is limited and more research is needed, proponents believe that CST may help in the following ways:

1. Reducing Stress and Tension

Children with ADHD often experience heightened stress levels and may have difficulty relaxing. CST is thought to promote relaxation by gently releasing physical tension in the body, which could help improve emotional regulation and reduce hyperactivity.

2. Improving Focus and Attention

Some children with ADHD struggle with concentration and maintaining focus. CST may help improve the flow of cerebrospinal fluid around the brain and spinal cord, which in theory could support cognitive function, leading to better focus, clarity, and overall mental performance.

3. Enhancing Emotional Regulation

Children with ADHD often have difficulties with emotional control, including impulsivity and difficulty managing frustration. CST may help by promoting a sense of calm and balance, possibly improving emotional regulation over time.

4. Promoting Better Sleep

Sleep disturbances are common in children with ADHD, and poor sleep can exacerbate ADHD symptoms. By supporting relaxation and reducing physical tension, CST may improve sleep quality, which in turn could help with mood, attention, and behavior during the day.

5. Supporting Sensory Integration

Children with ADHD sometimes have sensory processing issues, such as being oversensitive to certain stimuli or having difficulty filtering out irrelevant sensory input. CST is thought to help normalize sensory processing, which may improve how a child responds to stimuli and help with focus and behavioral regulation.

6. Increasing Overall Calm and Self-Regulation

CST’s gentle techniques might help a child feel more grounded, leading to improved self-regulation, which is often a challenge for children with ADHD. By working with the body’s natural rhythms and promoting balance, CST can support overall well-being.

7. Addressing Underlying Physical Tension

Many children with ADHD have been shown to have heightened muscle tension, particularly in the neck, shoulders, and jaw. CST could help alleviate this physical tension, which may contribute to reduced anxiety and better mental and emotional functioning.

If you would like to try a Craniosacral Session, look at the Upledger site for a practitioner in your area. I’d recommend looking for someone who is certified to make sure they have a thorough understanding of the work.

If you have questions about how Craniosacral can help alleviate some of your child’s ADHD symptoms, I would love to chat.

Sharon Hartnett CST, SI, LMT

703 509-1792

www.craniosacraltherapistcolumbus.com

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