What is Body Balancing?
A unique blend of hands on manual therapies and healing practices from Eastern Wisdom Traditions that help restore balance to the body/mind.
I’m a Techniques Certified CranioSacral Therapist (CST-T) and Teaching Assistant through the Upledger Institute www.upledger.com.
CranioSacral Therapy is the heart of my practice. Based on your goals and initial visit assessment, sessions may also incorporate :
Integrative Physical Therapy
Myofascial Release
Reiki
Ayurvedic Practices
Sound Therapy
Meditation/ Breath-work/ Guided Relaxation
Personalized Exercise / Yoga Home Program
SomatoEmotional Release
click here for: Pricing & Details
CranioSacral Therapy (CST)
CranioSacral Therapy uses gentle touch to release the body-wide soft tissue network or fascia.
Releasing tension, or strain patterns, in soft tissue is deeply nourishing to both the MusculoSkeletal and Central Nervous System . By freeing these systems to perform at their best, CST is valuable in helping :
Migraines and Headaches
Chronic Pain
Stress and Tension-Related Issues
Difficulty Sleeping
Depletion
Poor Concentration
Digestive Issues
and more
Additional Resources:
An overview of CranioSacral Therapy from the Cleveland Clinic here.
CranioSacral Therapy for concussion and traumatic brain injury here
Integrative Physical Therapy
Focusing on the whole person, Integrative physical therapy combines traditional physical therapy techniques with complementary methods to promote healing and well-being, targeting the root cause of dysfunction.
Yoga
“Yoga offers physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages and abilities. If you’re going through an illness, recovering from surgery or living with a chronic condition, yoga can become an integral part of your treatment plan.” John Hopkins Medicine
I’m a 200- Hour certified yoga instructor through Yoga Alliance.
The benefits of yoga from Johns Hopkins Medicine here.
Meditation/Relaxation Practices
Vishoka Meditation is a complete system of meditation to reclaim your inner joy and help your mind to remain clear, focused, and joyful in all circumstances in life.
I’m a certified Vishoka Meditation instructor through the Himalayan Institute.
More about Vishoka meditation here.
https://vishokameditation.org/certified-teachers/carrie-ruffner/
Reiki
Reiki, a Japanese art form that promotes healing through gentle touch, is now one of the top three complementary in-patient therapies in U.S. hospitals .
I’m a certified Reiki Master.
Cleveland Clinic’s information on Reiki here.
Ayurveda
Ayurveda is an ancient system of healing that has been practiced for over 3,000 years. It emphasizes prevention and treatment of the root cause of an illness.
I’ve studied with Ayurvedic physicians and educators including Dr Vasant Lad, Sonam Targee, and the Himalayan Institute.
Banyan Botanicals introduction to Ayurveda here.
Sound Therapy
Applying vibration using tuning forks and sound has been utilized for thousands of years to open the body’s energetic pathways and balance vital energy centers or Chakras.
Today institutes such as M.I.T and Columbia are researching how sound therapy can help patients with Alzheimers and other health challenges.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping rapidly increases circulation to an area, bringing nourishment and flushing away waste products to promote lymphatic drainage & reduce pain.
Cleveland Clinic benefits of Cupping Therapy here.
Personalized Home Exercise Program
Support your body work sessions with a personalized home exercise program either written or in video format for your phone.
SomatoEmotional Release
SomatoEmotional Release (SER) is based on the concept that forces going into the body may at times be held rather than released, becoming an area of chronic pain or dysfunction. SER facilitates a gentle awareness and releasing of tissue memory, helping the body regain it’s natural balance.
Discover CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release here
Remote or add-on Sessions :
Support your healing journey with a remote session :
Practice or expand your personalized exercise program.
Learn a meditation practice , breath-work or relaxation techniques.
Begin or strengthen your Ayurvedic journey by learning daily routines to nourish your senses, discover your unique body type or Dosha, and how to use foods as medicine.
Outpatient Physical Therapy in your home.
Integrative Physical Therapy
Personalized, 1:1 rehabilitation for neurological disorders, decreased strength, balance and mobility challenges in the convenience and comfort of your own home. Movement designed to help you feel your best and optimize brain health through exercise, relaxation and guided meditation programs designed for your specific needs.
* call to verify if your home address qualifies*
Pricing & Details
Initial visit :
Assessment and Treatment 90 mins - $180.00
Follow-up Sessions :
$125.00 60 minutes
$180.00 90 minutes - Receive an entire 90 minute treatment or add 30 minutes of personalized yoga/ exercise, breath work / meditation training, or a 30 min. Ayurvedic consult to your 60 minute session.
We appreciate your business ~ no gratuities please
STUDENTS RECEIVE A 10% DISCOUNT
$10.00 OFF FOR REFERRING A FRIEND ~ refer a friend. After they receive their first session get $10.00 off your next one.
Yoga / Exercise
Telehealth/ Remote support sessions
Private breath ~ work and mobility training sessions in person or remotely
Group or private meditation classes
Cash, Check, Stripe on line payments, and HSA cards accepted
I am an out-of-network provider and request payment in full at the time of service. If your insurance coverage includes out- of- network benefits (PPO) and you are currently being treated by a medical professional for a physical therapy related health condition you may receive some reimbursement from your insurance company. I can give you an itemized super bill or in many cases I can submit a claim on your behalf with reimbursement going directly to you.
It’s best to contact your insurance carrier directly for specific questions concerning your benefits.
I offer free 15 min. phone consults to establish fit.