by SharonHartnett | Jun 25, 2014 | Craniosacral Therapy, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, mind body & spirit
SomatoEmotional Release is based on the concept that the whole body and everything within down to the cellular level has both independent and integrated consciousness. Dr. John Upledger developed this therapeutic system of Craniosacral Therapy to support clients to release obstructive emotional energies from the unconscious mind to the conscious through listening and body dialoguing. The true benefit of this work is that is is designed to release your body of the residual effects of previous injuries and difficult experiences, leaving you feeling more healthy, vital and alive.
As a licensed Massage Therapist and Bodyworker for over 17 years, I have observed more than a few clients who have benefited from SomatoEmotional Release. These people often come in with pain, or challenges in everyday life, unable to identify the Source for healing. As the Craniosacral Sessions begins, what often happens with SER is that an old emotional energy begins to arise to be felt and processed. Feelings of sadness, fear or such will move and images or sensations may be awakened. Things that were stuck or internalized reach for the light so to speak to be felt, witnessed and observed for release. SomatoEmotional Release is facilitated by therapists trained in touch to tune into what your Inner Physician would like to do to help you move through into a clearer mind body spirit connection. On a physical level, the therapist will feel the tissues begin to relax and expand. The stress of the memory dissolves and a new outlook perhaps without words can be experienced.
Are you feeling Stuck?
It’s important to know: While we are not licensed psychotherapists, Upledger therapists are trained to support the client’s own process to unfold without interference. In a session, we often witness traumas ranging from pent up angry feelings from a divorce to cases of rape and PTSD in soldiers. As the body begins to release this old energy, clients find more insight into their life dynamics, metabolize their feelings easier and can make healthier choices on how to move forward in their lives. SER work can feel very freeing, integrating and joyful.
For more information, contact Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST for a free 15 minute phone consultation: (614) 372-6598
www.massageincolumbusohio.com
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by SharonHartnett | Jun 25, 2014 | Craniosacral Therapy, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, mind body & spirit, Structural Integration
Lower Back Dysfunction can cause back pain and suffering.
How many things have you tried to find resolution to your pain?
Relieve Pain Symptoms
If you really want to feel better, it’s important to look long-term and holistically. I know that people want to find a quick fix- but that usually is not the best approach to healing. I also know it is easier for most people to go to the doctor and only get prescriptions to relieve pain- but maybe there is a better way that will truly address your real issue.
Engaging in an integrative program will help you to get to the core of the problem to restore better health and function.
Is your life worth feeling well?
Let’s begin with the obvious. Pain is the body’s way of saying, “something is wrong and I am out of balance.”
In particular, when the back is hurting- most likely there is some type of lesion interrupting the flow needed to nourish and support the spine and all the related organs in that area. When the tissues lose their nutrients, the connective tissue tends to dry out and get lumpy or adhered. The spinal cord which is composed of the vertebral bodies and paired sensory and motor nerves that are associated can become hyper-sensitive, hypertrophic, and hyper-irritable. Voila- a triggered nervous system igniting the sympathetic system with constant bombardment.
So what does this mean for you?
If you want to to find not only long term relief from back pain, but want to take it a step further to truly moving easier and feeling more vital and alive, it takes a commitment to make changes in your life. Speak to your doctor and come up with an all encompassing health plan. This means exercise, diet and finding a healing team to support you. Working with the fascia and the nervous system is one of the best things you can do to yourself to reverse misalignment issues. By engaging in a 10 series of Structural Integration with Craniosacral Therapy, you can optimize your posture and dis-impact/decompress bones that are causing dysfunctions. Normalizing and releasing adhesions and lesion patterns will bring back your line and feelings of relaxation. As the connective tissue softens and hydrates, you will find yourself feeling more space and opening throughout your whole body.
We all want to feel our best. The challenge is whether you want to stand behind the choice of wellness. In most cases, unless there has been a recent accident, it takes years for pain to become unbearable. Give yourself some time and the care you need to turn things around. Miracles can happen, but be in the process of healing and the wisdom of your body will show you the way.
For more information on Structural Integration, Craniosacral Therapy, and Reiki Energy Healing, call Sharon Hartnett LMT: (740) 966-5153 for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
www.massageincolumbusohio.com
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by SharonHartnett | Jun 22, 2014 | Craniosacral Therapy, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K
Today was the first day of the four day class for Upledger Craniosacral Therapy 2 in Columbus, Ohio 2014.
I really enjoy these opportunities to get involved in bringing this great work to my community.
Every chance I get to Teacher Assist, I jump on it. I always learn something new by hearing the material in a new way, or through interactive experience. Students ask great questions, and their enthusiasm to fine-tune their skills is exciting and inviting. By the end of these courses, many restrictions are removed from the dural tube and the rest of the Craniosacral System which always causes a stir of exciting from the huge shifts in function and sensation. The participants light up and renew their enthusiasm for the work.
The Institute also seems to be revamping it curriculum in my opinion based on feedbacks from students. The techniques seem easier to comprehend, and I already know how beneficial this work is. Now it’s even easier to learn and put into action. Students are anxious to join new study groups and to work towards Certification to increase their skill and ability to help their clients.
My favorite thing about Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is that the touch is so light, yet it is able to help the whole body communicate more efficiently to improve functionality as a whole. CST balances the entire body and revitalizes, restores the resting ability of the parasympathetic system, and encourages flow along the spine and related fascial segments.
Craniosacral Therapy
One example is that although one would think that the Cranium is the main place of dysfunction for TMJ , indeed it can’t be corrected unless the sacrum and pelvis are balanced. One thing we talked about today was that if a person appears to have one leg longer than the other, the ilea is probably jetted forward which affects the pelvic area and can cause a twist over to the other parietal bone. The point being in layman terms- is that this can lead to rotations in the cranium which cause TMJ. In this instance, the fascial planes, spine, and cranium must all be treated to bring about effective positive change.
I’ll keep you updated on the rest of the class… Loving Craniosacral! Upledger
Warmly,
Sharon Hartnett LMT, CST
(614) 372-6598
www.massageincolumbusohio.com
by SharonHartnett | Jun 10, 2014 | Craniosacral Therapy, Massage, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, mind body & spirit, Structural Integration
Have you taken the time lately to examine your feet?
Did you know that the feet are good indicators of what is going on with your overall health?
For your wellbeing, you might want to consider setting aside a little space in your schedule for some TLC to this part of your body.
As a Massage Therapist for 17 years, I have seen lots of feet. The care that people put there ranges anywhere from between a “0” up to a “10”.
Most common for the best feet- women who like to have pedicures and get their feet massaged monthly often sport around healthy feet. Believe it or not, this extra attention really shows. When your pedicurist or massage therapist work with your feet, the professional ones will let you know if they notice any unusual sores, stiffness, and personally-you will feel if there is pain by touch or certain movements. Also athletes who listen to their feet and find their center and balance also have better posture in how they stand and move through life.
I see more unhealthy feet with the elderly. Sometimes Seniors can’t reach down and touch their feet so they get neglected. In these cases, I have seen open sores, felt the lack of circulation, noticed yellowing and dryness, and ingrown nails. But there are also younger people who have issues. I have seen young women who wear high heel shoes every day and their feet lose their natural shape and then start to resemble shoes. They are no longer able to stand correctly fully on their feet which pulls the whole body out of alignment. Another issues that frequently comes up is the pain associated with Plantar fasciitis. When people don’t wear the proper shoes to support their feet, this very painful condition in which a thick band that connects the heel to the toes becomes inflamed.
So what can you do to take care of your feet?
Taking Care of Your Feet
As you can see from this reflexology chart, the feet, as is the whole body, is interconnected. People who have studied the feet in particular, or who have massaged them for years, can usually begin to correlate certain relationships. This chart can be helpful to you too in identifying any possible problems. Try practicing massage at home or receive massage by your favorite therapist and ask for particular attention to the feet. Allow yourself to become mindful and feel into the sensations… whether pleasure or pain. In the picture above, you can get an idea where you are tense and be curious about the part of the body that is associated there. Knowledge is power and understanding your body is key to your health.
If you have a challenge reaching down or visual problems seeing your feet, ask your caretaker or partner to give you some feedback. For example, if there are yellowing nails- it may be time to see your podiatrist for fungus problems. Keeping your physicians updated on any unusual conditions will help them to decide how to test you for health issues such as diabetes or neuropathy.
Make sure that you change your shoes often. From a Structural Integration perspective, walking in old worn out shoes that are already a reflection of your footstep will worsen your alignment. Different shoes support differently. That makes sense. Engage the whole foot as a whole as much as possible. Keeping your foot balanced is healthy.
Structural Integration and Massage can be great in taking care of your feet. It improves circulation, increases lymphatic flow, engages the nervous system, touches into the reflexology points, enhances flexibility and helps you to feel more grounded and at ease in your whole body. After all, your whole structure comes through your feet as you move through life. So it’s important to bring your attention to this connection of structure.
I know it can be easy to ignore the feet. Everyday they move us around, they do their job so that we forget to feel mindful. However, this is the exact reason why we should change our thinking. For longterm health- pay attention to what is working and make sure that the feet are well taken care of. Let your feet be an indicator of your overall health and wellness. You deserve happy and healthy feet!
For a link to more information on feet:
http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/cf/slideshows/what-your-feet-say-about-your-health?ap=825#slide=1
Warmly,
Sharon Hartnett LMT
Columbus, Ohio
(614) 372-6598
by SharonHartnett | Jun 10, 2014 | Craniosacral Therapy, Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K
Better Sleep is Possible.
Sleep problems are more common than you think. Many parents face the challenges of helping their children to get enough sleep through the night.
Young babies might wake up for feedings, early childhood issues may include separation anxiety, or perhaps the older kids have to get up at 5:30 in the morning to get ready for school. Whatever is interrupting your child’s sleep cycle needs to be addressed to stop sleep deprivation. Children need about 9 hours asleep to feel healthy throughout their day.
Some ways to address sleep issues is to:
- Make bedtime a positive experience.
- Be consistent with bedtime each night.
- Cut down on caffeine and sugars many hours before sleep.
- Eliminate TV and computer time for some quiet time before bed.
- Read until sleepy.
- Focus on relaxing activities rather than stimulation.
- Massage can reduce stress and works wonders in helping one to sleep more deeply.
Peaceful Rest
From a Craniosacral perspective, reducing stress and anxiety through CST is one of the main objectives.
This is accomplished by:
- Speaking in a gentle voice.
- Using a Very light touch
- Work within the child’s boundaries. Listening to body and vocal cues allows a therapist to honor what is needed in the moment.
- Balancing the child’s neurological system through working with the cerebrospinal fluid.
- Restoring better posture through fascial work.
- Supporting emotional release as it occurs.
- Allowing play during sessions.
Touch when done with clear intention and heart can be very relaxing and therapeutic.
Craniosacral Therapy has been successful in releasing restrictions and improving overall functioning of the mind/body/spirit connection.
If you are interested in sessions or would like to learn how to work with your child, contact Sharon Hartnett LMT for a free 15 minute telephone consultation at:
(740) 966-5153
Columbus, Ohio
www.massageincolumbusohio.com
For more information on the benefits of Massage, check out:
http://www.massagemag.com/pediatric-massage-therapy-for-autism-part-two-research-and-benefits-of-massage-therapy-for-children-with-autism-2-24015/
by SharonHartnett | May 29, 2014 | Massage License in Ohio: 33.007505-H-K, Structural Integration
Are You looking to find some Back Pain Relief?
Lumbar strain and injury can result from accidents, overuse and certain traumas.
The severity of your pain can range from mild to severe, from discomfort to muscles spasms. Wherever you are in your process of healing, Structural Integration can help you to find longer lasting pain relief.
Structural IntegrationRelieving Back Pain
Want to find more freedom and grace in your step? It’s smart to investigate finding a way to correct your posture in order to live in more ease in movement. A healthy spine and relaxed surrounding soft tissues will help you to feel happier and healthier all the way round.
Structural Integration in particular is a method of bodywork that aims to restore balance, increase energy, and improve flexibility. If you are experiencing extreme pain, usually the fascia, musculature and ligaments are overly short or overly-extended. Structural Integration is comprised of a ten series of treatments that work on the fascial web that spans the whole body from superficial layers to the deeper containers holding the viscera, skeletal systems and other internal structures. Through the touch and treatment by the practitioner, neurologic receptors fire and the fascia shifts into a gel-sol transformation. What this means to clients is better and softer functional movement. The connection and release of fascial adhesions also relieves the musculature to relax back into its natural form. Fibroblast repair allows for better circulation and fluid exchange.
Gameplan:
If your back is in severe pain now, speaking to your physicians office would be helpful to see if you need to go in for a visit. If they advise you to stay home, it is helpful to ice your back immediately after an incident, apply some compression and get some rest. Massage therapy can be very helpful if it is a soft tissue injury.
If your back issues feel more chronically uncomfortable, finding a healing plan would be the best bet. Usually chronic softer pain is an indicator that muscles and approximate tissues are overly short, tense and overstretched. From a holistic perspective, rotations and twists in one part of the body could be causing misalignments throughout the rest of the body. Finding a massage therapist who knows how to work with fascia would be a great bet to helping you to find your line and more comfort in day to day movement. For each session of Structural Integration, a certain recipe of techniques is applied with a uniquely tailored experience to bring you back to center. When the whole body is addressed holistically each week, the body begins to relate to itself in a more healthy way. Each session is built on the foundational ones behind it to help you to find the freedom and movement you long to feel. Look up Structural Integration Therapists in you area. Write down your questions and make sure they are addressed in a phone interview. If there are no SI therapist near you, research myofascial and Craniosacral Therapists (upledger). They can also focus on unwinding painful patterns and restoring health and wellness in your tissues. If your skeletal structure feels out, you may want to find a reputable chiropractor to make adjustments after the soft tissue restoration.
For more information, call Sharon Hartnett LMT
www.massageincolumbusohio.com
740 966-5153
Columbus, Ohio
