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Biodynamic Craniosacral
Originating from the work of Franklyn Stills DO and following in the lineage of Sutherland's cranial osteopathy, this subtle touch treatment follows the Cranial wave and tidal rhythms of the bodies inner sea to release tensions in the head, neck, back and throughout the whole body. It allows for overall balance and deep relaxation of the nervous system.
It is excellent with working with a wide range of issues including pain, stress, chronic issues that have not been resolved by other methods. It is done clothed, using light gentle touch. The practitioner’s role is to remain centred and while sensing and “listening” to the client’s craniosacral pulse and tidal rhythm while holding space for those rhythms to move into a deep sense of inner stillness and balance.
Rather then attempt to “fix” problems, craniosacral especially when practiced in a biodynamic perspective, allows space for issues to simply be and have room to reorganize and shift naturally. Although a subtle treatment, craniosacral therapy can facilitate deep release on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.
Massage Therapy
Drawing from deep tissue and sports massage this treatment is aimed at addressing the structural imbalances of the body, injuries, long held chronic conditions and emotional attachment while creating a deep sense of relaxation, balance and well being.
Osteopathy
Founded in 1874 by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still DO, this approach rests on philosophical foundations based on rules of nature. Mostly, the idea is that life exists thanks to the harmony which is inherent its existence. Thus, osteopathy seeks to promote the harmony which already exists within each person by removing obstacles to this state of harmony. The techniques used may vary from joint mobilization, to visceral manipulation, myofascial release, cranial osteopathy or even fluid and vibrational body balancing. It is understood that emotional, mental or spiritual states of dis-ease may also cause disharmony. The idea is to align the body, the person, with the original intended state of balance and harmony with which it was created.
As it is taught at the Canadian School of Osteopathy in Vancouver, osteopathy follows in the tradition of Andrew Taylor Still and William Garner Sutherland, the founder of the cranial branch of osteopathy. The founder of our Canadian Colleges, Philippe Druelle DO (France) learned under some of Sutherland's students, most notably Dr. Viola Frymann DO. We believe that the purity of the lineage is important, as it ensures the osteopathy we practice is pure and as close as possible to what was originally by its founder Dr. Still. While the techniques used by osteopathic practitioners may differ, the philosophy must remain the same, as it rests on immutable laws of nature. Life comes from harmony.
Athletic Therapy
Athletic therapy follows the sports medicine model of practice. Athletic therapists are trained in advanced first aid (first responder), orthopaedic assessment, exercise prescription, taping, electromagnetic modalities (ultrasound and neuromuscular stimulation) and manual therapy.
Athletic therapy aims at preventing injury and helping people return to their activity level (work and/or play) post-injury. Patient education is also an important component of athletic therapy. Learning proper posture and proper movement will prevent injuries and help you return to your normal if you have been injured.
Acupuncture
Definition of modality: If you are new to acupuncture, the approach consists of a few small and thin needles which are placed in specific spots known as acupuncture points. Each visit points are chosen for you to help you with your current complaints and health concerns, whether they are physical or emotional, acute or chronic internal or external. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) considers your whole health in order to address the root cause to your condition, and while each acupuncture point has been determined to affect the body in its own unique way, there is a wide variety of ways in which help: to calm, to build, to move out pain and improve your wellbeing, just as some examples.
Other than working with acupuncture needles, there are other tools that may be used in a session such as acupressure (using the same acupuncture points but without needles), cupping, heat therapy lamp, mild forms of electrical stimulation for the needles, ear acupuncture, Gua Sha (to help open up the fascia), and nutritional advice based upon TCM.
Reiki
Reiki and Intuitive Healing
Reiki is based on Universal Life Force energy that flows through the hands, promoting feelings of deep relaxation, peace, security and wellbeing. It is a Japanese tradition that addresses the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that everyone can use. A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you.
Intuitive Healing adds another level of support giving you a personalized approach to communication between aspects of self; by bringing awareness and meaning to symbols, images and your felt experience to better understand your communication with yourself, your body and your life.
Soul Coaching
In the midst of a transformation, feeling stuck or want to flourish and feel nourished?
Identify your blocks and patterns and discover the unique medicine of you and how you communicate with life. Expand your voice, your intuition and your sacred power to feel more alive, more colourful, more you.
Each session is uniquely catered to you, has a conversational flow and can include a combination of energy work and somatic exercises, energy clearing, upgrades and activations, deep nervous system restoration, soul retrieval, inner child connection, soul communication, intuitive development, and dream-work.
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