CranioSacral Therapy
Gentle hands-on technique to restore Sympathetic Nervous System balance—available at our New York, NY and Glendale, AZ clinic
What Is CranioSacral Therapy?
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a hands-on, light-touch technique evolved from Osteopathic medicine. Developed by Dr. John Upledger, this therapy works to reduce excessive Sympathetic nervous system activity allowing for the body to reset, self-correct and heal.
At Empirical Medicine inNew York City, NY and Glendale, Arizona, CST is part of our integrative approach to relieving chronic pain, stress, and trauma-related imbalances—naturally and gently.
What It Helps With
CranioSacral Therapy can support:
Chronic pain and tightness
Headaches, migraines, TMJ dysfunction
Anxiety, stress, and nervous system dysregulation
Fatigue and burnout
Post-traumatic or post-surgical recovery
Respiratory, digestive, or hormonal imbalance
CranioSacral Therapy Can Be:
A standalone treatment, or
Combined with acupuncture, herbal medicine, or bodywork for deeper results
Why People Choose CST at Empirical Medicine
Personalized care from licensed doctors, not massage therapists
Integrative support with acupuncture, herbs, and biofeedback
A calming, private treatment space with a whole-person approach
How It Works
Our board-certified doctors use a gentle, hands-on approach that engages the CranioSacral System—a whole-person system composed of its anatomical structures as well as the dynamic functions and mechanisms that support health in the body, mind, and spirit.
CST is a complementary treatment that releases tensions deep in the body to help reduce pain, relieve dysfunction, and improve whole-body health and performance.
What to Expect During Your Session
You’ll remain fully clothed, lying comfortably on a treatment table
Gentle hand placements are used to sense and release tension
Sessions last 45–60 minutes and are deeply relaxing
Most people feel calm, lighter, and more balanced afterward
Feel More Grounded, Clear & Connected
If you’re looking for a gentle yet powerful treatment for pain, stress, or trauma, CranioSacral Therapy may be the right fit for you.
Enhance Your Healing With
Acupuncture
for deeper energetic
and circulatory flow
Chinese Herbal medicine
to support systemic balance
Nutrition & Lifestyle guidance
for stress resilience
and overall health
Patients Say It Best
“Every time I get CranioSacral I feel clear, lighter and all around better. I don’t know how else to explain it. My ailments seem to melt away and I feel happy.”