Mark coster
Hello there, I'm passionate about healing and wellbeing, and love how the practice of Craniosacral Therapy can have such as subtle and strong affect on our organism. I have personally experienced the beneficial effects of Cranial Osteopathy and feel that Craniosacral Therapy is a perfect vehicle for my own passion for wellness.
I trained at the the Craniosacral Educational Trust (CTET), with a solid grounding in anatomy and physiology, followed by an intensive study and development of biodynamic Craniosacral therapy.
I've also been practicing and teaching Kundalini Yoga and meditation for 15 years and feel this complements and augments my own healing practice.
More details of my certifications:
- Registered with CNHC Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (funded by UK govt)
- Registered with ICRA International Cranial Association
- Emergency first aid trained
- Fully insured with Hiscox through Wellbeing Insurance
- Cleared for Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check)
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy is a hands-on therapy that uses touch and whose origins are in the practice of Osteopathy.
The body has self-healing capabilities and is constantly striving for good health. Craniosacral Therapy can facilitate this natural propensity for balance and a feeling of wellbeing in the client. Craniosacral Therapy also recognizes the interconnection between mind and body.
Craniosacral therapists work with the presence of subtle rhythmic motions that are expressed within the body (particularly the head, spine and pelvis). The free and balanced expression of these subtle motions is related to our state of health and vitality.
In a typical session the client will lie (or sometimes sit) clothed on a treatment couch. The therapist makes contact by gently placing her/his hands on the client's body and uses a light touch to tune into the subtle motions taking place. The therapist can evaluate if there are any imbalances within the body and use a range of non-invasive therapeutic skills to relax and thereby promote self-healing within the client.
WHAT conditions May RESPOND TO CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
Craniosacral Therapy may be beneficial for these conditions:
- Recovery from injury or surgery
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma related injuries
- Fertility issues
- Recovery from long Covid symptoms
- Headaches and Migraines including tension headaches and migraines
- Chronic Pain such as fibromyalgia and other chronic pain disorders.
- Sleep Disorders
- Neck and back pain
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Infant and paediatric conditions such as colic, difficulty breastfeeding, and developmental delays.
- Sinus problems such as congestion and related issues.
What happens during a Craniosacral session
In a first session there is a detailed and sensitive discussion around your history and what brings you to seek treatment. During the treatment you stay fully clothed and will usually lie face-up or on your side on a treatment table (you will be asked to take your shoes off). I will gently use my hands to make contact with your body and listen to its various systems (musculoskeletal, nervous, lymphatic, cardiovascular, fascia) as well as more subtle energetic qualities within the body.
A clear understanding of the anatomy and an approach of careful, non-judgmental, and neutral listening provide the opportunity for the body to clarify its needs. Craniosacral therapists are trained to listen deeply to the health of the body through a hands-on gentle touch.
There are no manipulations or adjustments although sometimes the body does adjust itself and comes into a better alignment through the touch. I may ask you to describe some of the sensations that arise in your body or to notice particular areas. Some sessions are very quiet. This generally feels very relaxing and may be felt as heat, sometimes tingling, everyone’s experience is unique.
We will discuss a framework for treatment and how it might help and this will be reviewed regularly. There is no set amount of treatments. Some clients respond very quickly within a few sessions. Where problems have taken a long time to develop and are chronic, longer may be needed.
Usually people report feeling lighter and brighter, there may be less pain and they sleep better. Sometimes a deep tiredness comes up particularly if you have been very stressed and unable to wind down, sometimes people feel emotional as things move through. We will discuss ways of managing this if needed and other ways you can support your health.
Testimonials
Imira
"Mark is absolutely amazing! His sessions are very powerful, and his calm and welcoming energy always makes you feel at ease. I came to him seeking back pain relief, which he treated brilliantly, but my biggest gain was the emotional healing. He reopened my heart to joy and light and I am forever grateful!"
Sarah
"I've been seeing mark for craniosacral sessions for well over a year and through my pre and post natal period. He has a very calm presence and healing touch. He has helped me reduce the chronic tension headaches I was suffering with. He has also helped me feel more aware of and connected to my body day to day. Thank you Mark!"
Renata
"When I started the treatment with Mark, I was a little skeptical about sessions that do not use equipment, medicine or anything that the eyes can see. My premise was to go with an open mind, knowing that his work has already helped many other people. At the beginning of the session, I talk about the emotions and places in the body that I would like to work on. Furthermore, he works on the points that his knowledge indicates. I did not expect it, but I found myself crying in some sessions or laughing. Sometimes I get very emotional and I could also go into deep relaxation. Since then, my breathing has completely changed. My energy to pursue the things that interest me has increased and I leave treatments always feeling very light. It's an indescribable feeling because as the treatment progresses, the pain in the body also dissipates. Mark is very professional and so very caring in the way he does his work. I always come back."
session information
Price
Sessions are £50 with a sliding scale also available. Please do talk about this with me.
Duration
The first session is a case history discussion and typically takes 90 minutes.
Follow-on sessions are 60 minutes.
Location
169 Nunhead Grove
SE15 3LS
Contact me
Please contact me to find out more or book a session.
Phone: 07787 834906
Email: nunheadcranio@gmail.com
