The leading cause of disease in our modern day lives is undeniably stress. Occasionally stress is placed upon us; however, more commonly, we impose stress on our own selves. Whether stress is actual or perceived, our bodies process stress the exact same way that our ancestors did. When our ancestors … [Read more...] about Shifting the Scales on Stress
CranioSacral Therapy and Treatment of Scoliosis
I have often described myself as a biomechanical CranioSacral therapist. I am intrigued on how different structures and systems interrelate and create a well-oiled machine such as the human body. … [Read more...] about CranioSacral Therapy and Treatment of Scoliosis
Healing Stress, Injury, and Illness in Children
As an adult, you know how troublesome an injury or illness can be. We sometimes forget that our children are susceptible to the same ailments. They often do not understand what’s happening or know how to communicate what is wrong. It is not uncommon for kids to come home with: Sprains … [Read more...] about Healing Stress, Injury, and Illness in Children
What is CranioSacral Therapy?
I have had countless experiences where I am asked about my profession and when I announce that I am a CranioSacral Therapist, I am met with a bewildered response. Many have not heard of CranioSacral Therapy. It sounds intriguing and exotic. However, what is it? I always start with my CranioSacral … [Read more...] about What is CranioSacral Therapy?
Trusting the Road Ahead
When I reflect on my journey to the present day, the word that comes to mind is trust. I trusted all along the way. I am the resident CranioSacral Therapist at MAAIM but I am so much more. I am a wife, mom, educator, vegetarian, ferocious reader, lover of bad jokes and overall happy human being. I … [Read more...] about Trusting the Road Ahead
Ask the CranioSacral Therapist: What can I do to improve breast health?
Breast health is a huge concern within Women's Medicine. Any mention of breast disease often invokes extraordinary fear in any woman. With one in eight women being affected with breast cancer, our focus should not only be on a cure and treatment but also prevention. … [Read more...] about Ask the CranioSacral Therapist: What can I do to improve breast health?