Cranial Reflexology

What is Cranial Reflexology?

Cranial Reflexology Bergman Method is a specialised therapy that focuses on the reflex points of the scalp and neck to encourage physical, emotional, and energetic balance. Based on the principles of traditional reflexology, zones and the heart - brain connection, this technique uses gentle yet precise pressure to stimulate nerve endings and meridian lines, helping to rebalance the nervous system and release stored tension.

This unique therapy can feel profoundly nurturing and grounding. By working directly on the scalp and neck, Clare access's areas of the body that hold deep emotional memory, habitual stress and more acute stress. It’s especially beneficial for people dealing with:

Anxiety or emotional burnout
Sleep disturbances or insomnia
Migraines or headaches
Jaw tension
Grief
Trauma
Nervous system regulation
Energetic realignment
traumatic births

What to Expect

Your session takes place in a peaceful, private space using an intuitive blend of gentle cranial holds, palpation, tapping and reflexology techniques.

No oil is used. You’ll remain lying comfortably throughout, fully clothed.Treatments are normally done with clients lying down on a bed fully clothed. Cranial Reflexology can be adapted to seated position if you can't tolerate or prefer not to lie down. Babies can be held. The treatment is deeply calming, often described as meditative or even trance-like, allowing your body to drop into a parasympathetic state where true healing can occur. A Holistic Experience.

Each session is unique and may be combined with energy work and other treatments, depending on your needs. Cranial reflexology complements other therapies beautifully and can be a powerful stand-alone treatment for those looking to unwind and reconnect with their inner stillness.

Babies and Children

Cranial Reflexology can be beneficial for babies and children though there may need to be a more fluid approach and adaptations made. Parents / caregivers will be involved during the treatment and may hold, cuddle and feed as needed.

Newborns and babies will have a different protocol to children and adults. Babies may be holding their bodies tight following birth and the soothing techniques of holding, palpating the cranial rhythm and gentle rubbing around the suture lines can help little ones to let go and relax. Newborns experiencing symptoms of stress such as reflux, colic and digestive issues may benefit from baby cranial reflexology.

It is helpful for babies and young children to have a familiar blanket to lie on and if appropriate a toy to hold or distract them.

Children aged over 26 months may have Cranial Reflexology treatment provided their soft spots (fontanelles) are fully closed.

Sometimes I may include some energy work or foot reflexology points if it's indicated. Flexibility is key with young clients.

Contraindications or cautions to make your practitioner aware of before booking Cranial Reflexology

* Not advised within 6 months of a cerebral haemorrhage of acute stroke

* CSF leakage

* Epidurals - wait 6 weeks

* Arnold Chiari malformations - exercise caution

* Skull fractures - minimum of 6 weeks - get medical clearance

* Epilepsy - not advised

* Advise of any neck conditions or injuries

* Open wounds or sores or infections to area

* Face lift and botox - wait 3 months

* Severe heart or circulatory issues - get medical clearance

Cancer - ask medical practitioner before treatment if ok

* undiagnosed bumps / lumps / swelling to local area - get checked first

* Inform Clare of any medications you are taking

* recent operations - may need clearance from medic depending on what is was

* cannot retreat off you have any infectious condition

* Intoxicated client cannot be treated

* Thrombosis or embolism cannot be treated

* Recent scar tissue in local area - best to wait until fully healed

* Local severe bruising - wait until subsided

*Pregnancy - advise if pregnant in advance

* Cysts in local area - advise so that pressure is not applies to them .