Rapha Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)
Dedicated to helping facilitate holistic healing with the belief that God designed our bodies with the innate ability to heal. CFT is a gentle approach that views the body as one interconnected system.
Gentle touch, profound healing: discover the power of CFT!
What is Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)?
Craniosacral fascial therapy (CFT) is a gentle, hands-on form of bodywork that aims to release fascial tension inside the body and craniosacral system. Fascial restrictions can inhibit the brain from expanding and contracting, also referred to as brain respiration. Tension in the fascial system can lead to pain, dysfunction throughout the brain and body, and nervous system dysregulation.
Fascia is connective tissue inside the body that covers every muscle, organ, blood vessel, nerve, bone, tissue, etc. It is one big connective web covering your body from head to toe. It provides your body with support and protection.
Your body’s craniosacral system encompasses the brain, spinal cord, and sacrum. Cerebrospinal fluid is found within the craniosacral system. This fluid provides the body with nutrients and supports detoxification. The craniosacral system sits inside the fascia web. When the fascia becomes restricted the craniosacral system can become closed preventing the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. This can lead to dysfunction inside the body negatively impacting over well-being and health.
“CFT provides patients with a freely moving brain, spinal cord, and fascial web for optimal health and well-being.” - Dr. Barry Gillespie
Testimonials
“Nicole listened and made me feel at home from the get go. By my second appointment I wasn’t panicking all the way through, I slept. She worked with me to relieve my low back pain and the pain I was having in my feet. She has healing hands! She is always welcoming and more than willing to help with whatever I bring her way.”
-Kaylee
“When I went to see Nicole, I was very dysregulated, struggling with headaches, fatigue, and just general brain fog. The time I spent on her table was relaxing, refreshing, and so healing! She practiced with professionalism and so much patience. The way that she patiently would wait for each spot to unwind before she moved to the next is what made the session so amazing! She made me feel like she was so in tune with what I was feeling and I left feeling refreshed and like my nervous system was calm and regulated. I can’t wait to see her again!”
-Kayla J
Benefits of CFT
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Constipation
Lip tie/tongue tie
Colic
Reflux
Torticollis
Inability to latch
Difficulty sucking
Difficulty swallowing
Breastfeeding feeding difficulties
Bottle feeding difficulties
Gas
Difficulty sleeping
Head asymmetry
Stiffness/tension
Birth trauma
Ear ache
General fussiness
Crawling patterns
Stridor
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Learning difficulties
Asthma
Ear ache
Concussion
Anxiety
Autism
Mouthbreathing
Lip tie/tongue tie
During palate expansion
Constipation
Strabismus (lazy eye)
ADHD
Behavioral issues
Scoliosis
Hyperactivity
Bedwetting
Headaches/migraines
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Migraines/headaches
Pregnancy + postpartum
Constipation
Anxiety
Depression
Sciatica pain Neck/hip/pelvic/back pain
Plantar fasciitis
Migraines/headaches
TMJ
Range of motion
Sinus conditions
Airway restrictions