FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about CFT

Why does my baby/ toddler cry during the session?
Children under 4 are more likely to cry during therapy. We assume that this is due to frustration or confusion, as the techniques are far too mild and gentle to cause pain. Parents are encouraged to comfort, nurse and/or lovingly distract their child during treatment to convey the necessary sense of trust required for the treatment to be accomplished. If there is ever a time during a session that the parent wants or needs to give their child a break from a technique, they are empowered to communicate that to the therapist and can assume complete control of the pace of the session.

How many sessions will my child need?
Every child’s strain level is unique, as is every treatment plan. Usually, treatment begins with several weekly sessions, and continues periodic maintenance visits at varying frequency.

How can I best prepare my child for the session?
Plan meals and snacks (other than liquids or breastfeeding) before or after the session time, as eating solid foods during therapy presents a choking hazard. Bring all children in comfortable, modest, non restrictive clothing. Babies and smaller children benefit from the company of a favorite blanket, toy or item from home to help make new surroundings more comfortable. 

What should I do during my child’s session?
A parent or guardian must be present in the treatment room for the entire session for all minors. Hands on parental involvement is encouraged in the form of nursing, holding, singing, playing, etc.

What forms of payment/insurance are accepted?
Cash, check or credit card are acceptable forms of payment. Insurance billing is not available at this time.

What is Fascia?

Fascia is a general term for connective tissue found in every layer of the body and it’s organs down to the cellular level. It exists in various degrees of strength or flexibility dependent upon it's location and required function.

What is the Craniosacral System?

This term refers to the entirety of structures that contain, support and protect the central nervous system.  It consists of the brain, spinal cord, cerebrospinal fluid, and the bones of the head, spine and pelvis.

What or Who is Fascial Therapy best for?

This work can be beneficial for anyone who has ever had an injury.  Starting at birth and accumulating throughout life, injuries create tilts and twists in the body that begin to compress soft tissue structures like nerves and vessels that carry blood and lymph.  This is known as a strain pattern.  Over time, strain patterns will overlap and eventually restrict soft tissue enough to change the position of skeletal structures.   Symptoms throughout this process are often scattered because the location of an individual’s strain patterns will be responsible for the effects it has.   

Why is it so effective?

Fascial techniques are intended to address strain patterns in the body, but more importantly, they addresses directly the effect a strain pattern has on the craniosacral system.  Once the craniosacral system is free from restriction and the cerebrospinal fluid achieves an optimal flow, the body is better able to heal and balance itself.