Craniosacral Therapy in Corvallis & Salem, Oregon

Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, hands-on technique that helps release restrictions in the body’s craniosacral system—the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This subtle yet powerful modality works with your body’s natural rhythms to promote deep relaxation, relieve pain, and support nervous system regulation.

What Does Craniosacral Therapy Help With?

Craniosacral therapy may be beneficial for a wide range of physical and emotional concerns, including:

  • Tension headaches and migraines

  • Neck and back pain

  • Chronic stress and anxiety

  • Sleep disturbances and insomnia

  • Nervous system dysregulation

  • Emotional holding patterns and trauma recovery

  • TMJ dysfunction

  • Pediatric issues such as colic, latching challenges, and sleep issues

  • Postpartum recovery and hormonal imbalances

Because it supports the central nervous system, craniosacral therapy can positively influence every system in the body—physical, emotional, and energetic.

What to Expect During a Session

Each craniosacral therapy session lasts approximately 30–60 minutes. You’ll remain fully clothed and lie comfortably on a massage table in a quiet, softly lit room designed to support deep relaxation. Sessions begin with a brief check-in to assess how you're feeling physically and emotionally, and to identify your goals for treatment.

The practitioner will use light, sustained touch—often no more than the weight of a nickel—to gently connect with areas along your head, spine, and sacrum. These touchpoints help identify subtle restrictions in the craniosacral rhythm and surrounding fascia. Through gentle manipulation, the practitioner encourages the release of tension in tissues and fluids that may be affecting the central nervous system.

You may notice sensations such as warmth, pulsing, deep relaxation, or even the spontaneous unwinding of held tension. Some clients experience emotional release, vivid inner imagery, or a meditative state. Others simply enjoy a calm sense of stillness.

Gentle, Trauma-Informed, and Family-Friendly

Craniosacral therapy is appropriate for people of all ages—from infants to elders. At Deep Roots, our practitioners offer a trauma-sensitive approach, creating a safe, respectful environment for each client’s unique healing journey. This therapy is particularly helpful for those who have experienced trauma, and it can be an excellent complement to other healing modalities such as Contemporary Reichian Mind-Body Work, acupuncture, or life coaching services.

Whether you are seeking relief from chronic discomfort or looking to reset your nervous system, craniosacral therapy can help you reconnect with your body’s innate wisdom and healing capacity.

Available in Corvallis and Salem. Ask your provider if craniosacral therapy is right for you.

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