What people say abouth their first session of Craniosacral Therapy

I have tried several different types of therapies over the years but found it difficult to tolerate some of the 'stronger' techniques, and that is where I find the beauty of craniosacral treatment is. Although you are aware of the changes that are occurring in your body at the time, the sensations you feel are never uncomfortable and nothing is forced, making it suitable for everyone. 

Sessions with Debra are so gentle that you would almost expect that it couldn't possibly be doing anything at all, BUT how wrong you would be! In just a few sessions, she has managed to improve long-standing problems in my posture that other treatments and therapists have simply never got to the bottom of (or certainly not with any lasting effects). Indeed, driving home after my first appointment I couldn't quite believe how far my rear view mirror was now pointing down at my back seats, and the changes in many aspects of my life have been notable as a consequence of my appointments with Debra. 

As a therapist, she also does not 'push' further appointments on you so that you are free to discuss what you feel you might need without any pressure, which I find refreshing. 

So if there is one piece of advice I could give to someone reading this to help decide whether it may be worthwhile for them: go ahead, invest in yourself and book your first appointment - I'm sure you won't regret it!"     H.J. Derbyshire

"I experienced my session as both deepening and very wakeful.  I was moved by how I felt such a sense of stillness in my body at one level, whilst deeper I was aware of tides of movement of energies - this I never felt quite like this.  It took me into a state quite quickly of inner attentiveness, which was not altogether comfortable.  But, I welcomed the way your hands sensitively just enabled the enquiry with no 'pushing'.  You seemed to keep me gently very focussed on what was happening - to all sensations as they revealed themselves, thanks to your hands which offered such light but deliberation of contact.

I slept better that night with marked less shoulder pain than previous nights."   C.R 

"Physically, I felt much more free in my neck and shoulder area and in my spine generally. Energetically, a sense of lightness, as though energy blocks had definitely been released.The whole experience was lovely, and I look forward to the next session"...

"I went to Craniosacral therapy with a completely open mind, not really knowing what to expect, and came away after a few sessions a convert to its benefits. The sessions themselves varied in their intensity and in the sensations I experienced during treatment. The sensations were never unpleasant and the feeling of well being at the end of each session was always present. The most significant benefits were that I felt more full of energy and that the lingering symptoms of discomfort connected to a broken bone completely disappeared.

Debra is a gentle, thoughtful therapist who explains things very fully and inspires confidence in her abilities. I felt entirely at ease at all times and, literally, in a very safe pair of hands." Barbara S. Derby

"I had Craniosacral therapy carried out by Debra Petts. She is extremely professional and made me feel totally relaxed and at ease. It is a very enjoyable and wonderfully relaxing experience. I came away feeling refreshed and very positive." Mrs. A. Cope. Derby

"Before experiencing my first session of Craniosacral therapy with Debra, I had no preconception about what might be involved. It would be an understatement to say I was surprised at the range and diversity of physical effects I underwent from the beginning…

It is ultimately so non-intrusive, the touch of the therapist so light and gentle, that for those who have never had it, it is hard to explain the definite and recordable changes that occur. I experienced a feeling of 'letting go' into relaxation…saw beautiful colourscapes… Since the end of the therapy I have had no re occurrence of any pain in my left leg (sciatica).

I felt the whole process and experience was of much benefit. I felt complete trust in Debra and found her to be an expert guide through the process." Ros Loukes, Notts

"At a time of extreme stress and anxiety 'cranio' was a very helpful first step to recovery. ... I would recommend it to anyone suffering from anxiety and stress.

Debra is very understanding and accepting of your emotional state. It was lovely to feel so comfortable talking about feelings and issues that are normally quite hard for me to admit, to even close friends. Although sessions are not cheap, I didn't need many before I felt the benefits and was able to move on." E. H. Uttoxeter

The following extract with permission from Therapy Network Magazine. The Quarterly Directory of Alternative Therapies in the East Midlands -Summer 2008.

"Thank you to Debra Petts for inviting me for a session of Craniosacral Therapy. This was a fascinating experience. After taking a brief medical history Debra invited me to lie on the treatment couch. She then placed her hands very gently on the back of my head (afterwards she explained to me that she was listening in to my cerebrospinal fluid.) Very quickly I felt as though I was going on a journey through my body, reassuringly supported by Debra.

Though Debra's hands remained completely still waves of movement flowed from where she held me, along with emotions that just seemed to drift across my body and disappear. I felt as though my body was letting go of things it had been holding onto. She then placed her hands on my feet, and very quickly I felt my legs adjusting to the midline and lengthening. Then they sent me a message, which I needed to hear, and for which I am very grateful.

Debra says that each treatment is different and she never knows where the body is going to direct her. After the session Debra advised me to drink water and continue listening to my body, as the healing would continue for the next 24 - 48 hours. Since then I've felt, energised, relaxed and more connected to my body". Jackie Brewster, Editor Therapy Network

 

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