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CranioSacral Therapy

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What is CranioSacral Therapy (CST)?

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a light-touch approach that releases tensions deep in the body to relieve pain and dysfunction and improve whole-body health and function. Most of our body structures are influenced by the central nervous system which is ultimately influenced by the craniosacral system. This system is made of up of the soft tissues and fluid that protect the spinal cord and brain. Tension and stress on our bodies, after some time, can have a deep impact on the brain and spinal cord.

What can be treated with CST?

CST can help release tensions and stress in order for the entire body to relax, self-correct and heal. This light touch therapy helps release restrictions and free the central nervous system to help eliminate pain, stress, increase resistance to disease and enhance overall health and well-being. Since this technique is so gentle, it is effective for all ages including infants and children. Common symptoms treated at our centre are:

- For Babies and Children:

Tongue and lip ties, colic/reflux, digestive disorders, feeding issues, seizures, torticollis & plagiocephaly, ADD & ADHD, autism, chronic ear infection, sensory processing and more.

- For adults (including Pregnancy and Postpartum):

Migraines, headaches, chronic neck and back pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, TMJ syndrome, scoliosis, PTSD and more

- For fertility (both partners):

Migraines, stress, headaches, chronic fatigue, TMJ, scoliosis, PTSD

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This service is provided by Kelly, one of our Registered Massage Therapists, our Physiotherapy-Osteopathy practitioner and Manual Osteopaths and can be claimed under many extended health insurance plans.

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CranioSacral Therapists

Mokhtar Akbari, PT

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Mokhtar Akbari is a Physiotherapist with 19 years of experience and extensive post-graduate training in Osteopathy. He has been integrating Osteopathy and Physiotherapy for all ages during his whole career, with training in Cranio-Sacral Therapy, infant and child check-ups, and digestive system treatment. He also treats pregnant people and offers postpartum care to realign the body and promote health. Mokhtar is completing his 5th year of a 6-year Osteopathy program at the renowned Centre Ostéopathique du Québec in Montreal. Students in this program may start practicing as manual osteopathic practitioners as of the 4th year because they have completed all the core curriculum by then. Mokhtar is now completing additional specialization courses as well as conducting scientific research on manual osteopathy for eye and head problems in babies. Working as a physiotherapist with an osteopathic approach, Mokhtar's treatments can be covered by all major insurance providers under physiotherapy. Mokhtar has a passion for holistic health and helping children and pregnant people live a balanced joyous life. He likes to make people laugh and is a father to a 2-year old with another baby on the way in November 2024. He provides services in English, French, and Farsi.

Kelly Watters-Gibbons, RMT

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Kelly Watters-Gibbons is a registered massage therapist, Contemporary Acupuncture provider and a Certified Babywearing Educator, who was born and raised in the Ottawa area. Kelly graduated from Algonquin College in 2003 with her Massage Therapy Degree and has attended workshops and courses in CranioSacral therapy, somatoemotional release, temporomandibular joint, and manual lymphatic drainage. She obtained her diploma in Acupuncture in 2012. Kelly's experience includes the treatment of chronic pain, headaches, pre and postnatal discomfort or injury, sports injuries and motor vehicle accidents or general discomfort. Kelly’s clients represent a varied demographic including day-old infants, active military, teenagers, weekend or professional athletes, grandparents, high-stress workers, etc. Kelly’s philosophy of practice is ongoing education, lifelong learning and prevention for herself and her clients to promote a healthy pain-free lifestyle.

Sweta Vaghasiya, DOMP

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Sweta holds a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice (DOMP) from the National Academy of osteopathy in Toronto and a bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from India. With an intention of providing the best service with the latest knowledge, Sweta is also pursuing a Doctor of Osteopathy and Doctor of Naturopathy. Sweta uses visceral and cranial Osteopathy to address musculoskeletal issues. Her approach to treatment is holistic and client-centred. She works to help the body heal itself and restore natural balance, supporting each individual’s optimal health. Sweta has more than 6 years of experience in various healthcare settings including multidisciplinary clinics, geriatric rehabilitation, and restorative care. She has also treated patients for weight management and nutritional balance. Sweta is proficient at treating individuals during and after pregnancy. As a compassionate and sensitive person, Sweta’s great passion is to bring healing to people. Sweta can provide services in English, Hindi and Gujarati and treats infants, children and adults. Please check with your insurance provider to learn about your coverage. Sweta Vaghasiya can provide insurance receipts for the following insurance companies only: Greenshield, Empire Life, SunLife, Manulife, Desjardins, Equitable life, Nextgen, Benecaid, Manion, Cooperators, Claim Secure, Blue Cross, Pacific Blue Cross, Alberta Blue Cross, Johnston Group, Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC), Manion, Wilkins and Associates Ltd and Madavie Blue Cross.

CranioSacral Therapy

What is CranioSacral Therapy (CST)?

What can be treated with CST?

- For Babies and Children:

- For adults (including Pregnancy and Postpartum):

- For fertility (both partners):

Meet Our

CranioSacral Therapists

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