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Alani has been practising hands-on body therapies for over 22 years. Throughout this time, she has explored and studied a range of modalities, weaving them together to create an intuitive and integrated approach to Craniosacral Therapy.

There are many ways to meet the body and support its natural capacity to heal, release tension and restore a sense of freedom in body and mind and spirit .

Each of these approaches offers a different pathway into the body, guided by the understanding that our physical, emotional and nervous systems are deeply interconnected.

You can explore these different approaches below to learn more about how Alani works.

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Restoring Balance to Body, Mind & Nervous System

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle yet profound hands-on approach to working with the body, the nervous system and the subtle rhythms of life within us.

Through sensitive touch and deep listening, Craniosacral Therapy works with the body's natural movements and rhythms, supporting its inherent intelligence and capacity for balance and self-regulation.

Our bodies are constantly responding and adapting to the experiences of our lives. Physical injuries, emotional stress, illness and trauma can influence how we move, breathe, feel and function.

Craniosacral Therapy offers an opportunity to release tension, restore ease and support the body's natural healing processes.

The Far-Reaching Nature of Craniosacral Therapy

One of my greatest passions is helping people understand just how deeply interconnected the human body is, and the wide range of health concerns that can be explored through Craniosacral Therapy.

Over the years, I have witnessed profound changes in people receiving this work. Clients have shared experiences of relief from longstanding pain, improvements in their sleep, greater emotional stability and a renewed sense of wellbeing.

Craniosacral Therapy is so much more than an opportunity to relax. It is a gentle yet deeply attentive approach to working with the body, recognising the intimate relationships between our structure, nervous system, organs, emotions and overall health.

The craniosacral system includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Cerebrospinal fluid plays an essential role in protecting and nourishing the central nervous system.

The nervous system itself is involved in nearly every aspect of our physiology, including digestion, breathing, sleep, immune responses and hormonal regulation. These systems are in constant communication, influencing and responding to one another.

I am particularly interested in these relationships and how Craniosacral Therapy may support the body as a whole, rather than approaching each symptom in isolation.

What Can Craniosacral Therapy Help With?

In my practice, I work with people experiencing a wide range of physical, emotional and nervous system challenges, including:

* Back and neck pain, headaches and migraines

* Jaw tension, teeth grinding and TMJ dysfunction

* Vertigo, dizziness and tinnitus

* Chronic pain, injuries and inflammation

* Anxiety, stress, trauma and emotional overwhelm

* Burnout, fatigue and sleep disturbances

* Digestive and gut-related concerns

* Hormonal changes and fertility-related concerns

* Autoimmune conditions and chronic health challenges

People seek Craniosacral Therapy for many reasons, and individual experiences and outcomes vary. For many of these conditions, its effectiveness as a treatment has not yet been established through clinical research.

A Space for Deeper Healing

Sometimes the most profound changes begin when we are given the space to become still.

As the body settles, we may become aware of deeper patterns of tension, emotion and holding that have developed through our life experiences.

Craniosacral Therapy offers a space to explore these patterns gently, without force or expectation.

I am passionate about sharing both the science of the human body and the insights gained through years of hands-on clinical experience. My hope is to broaden people's understanding of this remarkable work and the possibilities it offers.

At its heart, Craniosacral Therapy is about listening to the body, honouring its intelligence and supporting our capacity for change.

An invitation to reconnect with ourselves and discover a deeper sense of balance, vitality and wellbeing.

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Have you ever experienced persistent shoulder tension, lower back pain, digestive discomfort or difficulty taking a deep breath that just doesn't seem to shift, no matter what you try?

Sometimes the source of discomfort isn't where we feel the symptoms. Our organs are surrounded and supported by a delicate network of connective tissue known as visceral fascia, which connects and communicates with the rest of the body. Restrictions within these tissues may influence movement, posture, breathing and comfort.

Visceral Manipulation is a gentle, hands-on therapy that works with the organs and the tissues that surround and support them. Through sensitive touch and deep listening, we explore areas of tension and restriction, encouraging greater mobility and ease within the body.

An important part of this work is exploring the relationship between the organs and the nervous system, particularly the vagus nerve, which plays a vital role in digestion, breathing and communication between the brain and our internal organs. I am especially interested in how gentle visceral and vagus nerve-focused work may support people experiencing digestive discomfort, abdominal tension and stress-related patterns in the body.

What I love about this work is the understanding that our organs, nervous system, muscles and skeletal structure are deeply interconnected. By looking beyond the place where discomfort is felt, we open up new possibilities for understanding the body and supporting its natural capacity for balance and wellbeing.

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Balanced Ligamentous Tension (BLT) is a gentle osteopathic approach that works with the ligaments, joints and connective tissues of the body, supporting the body's inherent capacity for balance and self-regulation.

Originally described as Ligamentous Articular Strain (LAS) by William G. Sutherland, D.O., the founder of cranial osteopathy, this approach was developed to address areas of the body beyond the central axis of the craniosacral system. Over the following decades, Rollin Becker, D.O., continued to explore and refine this work, emphasising the relationship between structure, function and the body's inherent healing mechanisms.

In a healthy joint, ligamentous tension is evenly distributed, allowing the ligaments to centre adjacent bones within their articular spaces and maintain normal alignment. This balanced tension supports stability and freedom of movement within the joint's physiological range.

Following injury or strain, a joint may be displaced from its neutral position, creating uneven tension throughout the ligamentous system. This imbalance can contribute to patterns of restriction and holding within the surrounding tissues.

The aim of BLT treatment is to restore balanced ligamentous tension, gently supporting the joint and maintaining this balance while the body finds its way back towards a more neutral position. As balance returns, the ligaments and surrounding tissues are given the opportunity to settle and recover.

Our capacity to feel safe, connected and at ease within ourselves is deeply influenced by our earliest relationships. Research in attachment theory and interpersonal neurobiology has shown how the experience of being seen, heard and emotionally attuned to shapes the development of our nervous system, our emotional regulation and our capacity to form relationships throughout life.

When these early experiences are interrupted by trauma, stress or a lack of attunement, we may develop protective patterns that influence how we experience ourselves and the world around us. These adaptations can be expressed through our emotions, our breathing, our posture and the ways we respond to touch and connection.

Trauma-informed Craniosacral Therapy recognises the importance of attunement in supporting a sense of safety and connection. Through sensitive touch, presence and deep listening, we create an environment where the nervous system has an opportunity to experience something different: being met without expectation, judgement or the need to change. An important part of this process is developing our capacity for interoception, the ability to sense and recognise what is happening within our own bodies.
As we become more aware of our internal sensations, emotions and responses, we can begin to develop a more conscious relationship with our needs and the protective patterns that have shaped us.

My studies in Internal Tracking with Purdie Wood and Voice Dialogue with Anna Barner have deepened my exploration of these processes, bringing together the principles of attunement, embodied awareness and the different aspects of ourselves that emerge through life's experiences.

At the heart of this work is the understanding that healing is not simply about releasing tension or changing patterns. It is also about the experience of being deeply listened to, and gradually developing the capacity to offer that same quality of listening to ourselves.

Matthew Kirsch

Nourishing Tides

Craniosacral

Booking a session with Alani

90 min Session

45 min children age 0-10

45 min children age 0-10 Home Visit