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At Christina's Healing Space,  I believe every child deserves to feel safe, balanced, and nurtured. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on approach that supports your little one's natural healing abilities. Whether your baby is adjusting to life outside the womb or your child is navigating developmental milestones, CST offers a calming and restorative experience.
      How CST Helps Babies

  • Soothing Colic & Digestive Discomfort: CST helps ease tension in the abdomen and nervous system, bringing comfort to babies struggling with colic or reflux.

  • Healing Birth Trauma: Gentle touch can help release compression from birth, especially after C-sections or assisted deliveries.

  • Better Sleep: CST calms the nervous system, helping babies settle into deeper, more restful sleep.

  • Feeding Support: Releasing tension in the jaw and neck can improve latching and feeding.

  • Head Shape & Neck Mobility: CST supports natural symmetry and movement, helping with conditions like flat head syndrome and torticollis.

        How CST Helps Children

  • Emotional Balance: CST helps regulate the nervous system, supporting children with anxiety, hyperactivity, or emotional sensitivity.

  • Developmental Support: CST may assist with speech, motor coordination, and cognitive growth by easing physical restrictions.

  • Relief from Headaches & Sinus Issues: Gentle work around the head and neck can reduce tension and improve drainage.

  • Support for Neurodiverse Children: CST can help children with sensory processing challenges feel more at ease in their bodies.

What to expect in a session 

  • Sessions are calm, nurturing, and always tailored to your child’s comfort.

  • I use very light touch on areas like the head, spine, sacrum, or feet. This helps assess and release tension in the craniosacral system.

  • Babies may be held by a parent or lie down, while older children are free to play, rest, or simply be themselves during the session.

  •  Many children leave feeling more settled, and often sleep more peacefully afterward.

Session Activities for babies and children

  • Play-Based Interaction: Toys, soft blocks, or sensory items may be used to help the child feel at ease.

  • Storytelling or Singing: Gentle songs or stories can soothe and distract while the therapist works.

  • Parent Involvement: Children may sit on a parent’s lap or be held during the session for added comfort.

  • Movement Observation: Therapists may observe crawling, walking, or play to assess physical patterns and tension.

  • Gentle Conversation: Talking about their day or interests can build trust and help the therapist understand emotional states.

  • Mindfulness Games: Simple breathing or body awareness exercises may be introduced to help children tune into their bodies.

  • Quiet Play: Reading, puzzles, or soft toys can be used during the session.

Why Activities Matter

These activities:

  • Help children feel safe and in control

  • Allows me to observe natural movement and behavior

  • Encourage relaxation and openness to the therapy

  • Make sessions feel less clinical and more nurturing

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