Craniosacral Therapy and the Energetic Body An Overview of Craniosacral Biodynamics

by GILCHRIST, ROGER

• ISBN13: 9781556435805
• ISBN10: 1556435800
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-08-11
• Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Summary

This useful book discusses craniosacral therapy's history and present situation as well as its spiritual implications and practical contributions in the world of healthcare. Gilchrist demonstrates how the subtle patterns of this practice become a dynamic force in the body, and how this influences overall functioning. What most sets the book apart is Gilchrist's discussion of the relationship of the craniosacral system and biodynamic functions to the human energy system. Though dealing with a complicated topic, the book provides a grounded, progressive approach that is both specific and insightful.

Author Biography

Roger Gilchrist studied Craniosacral Biodynamics directly with its founder, Franklyn Sills, and assisted Sills with courses in the U.S. He teaches energy medicine and craniosacral therapy internationally and has presented on these topics for the National Institutes of Health. Gilchrist is the founder of Wellness Institute, a continuing education provider in holistic health care.

Table of Contents

Illustrations	ix
Acknowledgments	xi
1. Introduction	1	(12)
2. History of Craniosacral Therapy	13	(10)
3. Key Principles of Craniosacral Therapy	23	(20)
4. Basic Dynamics of the Breath of Life	43	(10)
5. Therapeutic Presence	53	(4)
6. Grounding, Centering, Orienting—Practitioner Anchors	57	(6)
7. Negotiating Space	63	(6)
8. Basic Contacts for Craniosacral Therapy	69	(10)
9. Listening to the Tide	79	(8)
10. Benefits of Therapeutic Reflection	87	(4)
11. The Holographic Nature of the Tide	91	(10)
12. Layers of the Tide	101	(6)
13. Stillpoints	107	(8)
14. Broader Applications of Craniosacral Therapy	115	(10)
15. The Pattern of Experience	125	(28)
16. The State of Balanced Tension	153	(8)
17. The Human Energy System and Craniosacral Therapy	161	(18)
18. Spiritual Dimensions of Craniosacral Therapy	179	(16)
19. Summary	195	(4)
Epilogue	199	(2)
Notes	201	(4)
Index	205