Study Groups | Karenaxelrod

CranioSacral Study Groups

Study groups give you an opportunity to sharpen your skills and deepen your understanding of CranioSacral Therapy while networking with other CST therapists worldwide. Prior attendance at the appropriate-level class is required.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

Review the anatomy and physiology of the craniosacral system
Explore the relationship between the craniosacral system and illness, pain and dysfunction
Practice performing the 10-Step Protocol
Practice mouth work and sphenoid releases
Effectively release fascial restrictions
Deepen your knowledge about cranial nerves and neuroanatomy related to the craniosacral system
Better understand the immune system and how to use CST for addressing immune dysfunction
Explore the concepts and practice working with energy cysts, facilitated segments, and SomatoEmotional Release
Gain confidence and strengthen your skills in using therapeutic imagery and dialoging to support a client's emotional release process

My online study groups utilize the Zoom meeting platform. Be sure you have downloaded the Zoom application prior to your first online study group and that you are a registered Zoom user with a free account. Meetings typically begin at 1 PM Pacific (California) time unless otherwise noted.

Because space is limited in the in-person study groups, prepayment is required to hold your spot.

To view my cancellation policy, click here.

CSCN

CST for Cranial Nerves (CSCN)

October 7, 2025

November 4, 2025

December 2, 2025

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These one-hour CST study groups usually take place on the first Tuesday of the month. They cover topics from the CSCN1/Cranial Nerves class. Topics vary depending on requests from participants. Please feel free to email questions to me ahead of time. Prior attendance at CSCN1 is required.

There is a $20 fee (U.S. funds) for participation. You will receive Category B Mentorship credit if you're tracking time for that. Also, I will record the calls so you will have access to them afterward or if you can not join us live. Online access will be available for 60 days.

Signing up is a simple two-step process.

1. Register with Zoom first.

Then . . .

2. Make your $20 (U.S.) payment You must include with your payment your full name and "CSCN."

$20 can be paid by Venmo or Zelle only. (Contact me regarding options for international payments.)

* Venmo @Karen-Axelrod-CST

—OR—

* Zelle c/o karen.axelrod@gmail.com

Please register and pay at the same time. If you register and do not pay, you will not be able to attend. If you pay and do not register, you will not be able to attend. After registering and making your payment, you will receive a confirmation email containing the password and information about joining the meeting. Note: I will not be accepting registrations on the day of the meeting.

CSFR

CST & the Immune Response (CSIR)

October 21, 2025

December 16, 2025

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These bi-monthly one-hour CST study groups usually take place on the third Tuesday of the month. They cover topics from the CSIR/Immune Response class. Topics vary depending on requests from participants. Please feel free to email questions to me ahead of time. Prior attendance at CSIR is required.

There is a $20 fee (U.S. funds) for participation in each study group. You will receive Category B Mentorship credit if you're tracking time for that. Also, I will record the calls so you will have access to them afterward or if you can not join us live. Online access will be available for 60 days.

Signing up is a simple two-step process.

1. Register with Zoom first.

Then . . .

2. Make your $20 (U.S.) payment

You must include with your payment your full name and "CSIR." $20 can be paid by Venmo or Zelle only. (Contact me regarding international payment options.)

* Venmo @Karen-Axelrod-CST

—OR—

* Zelle c/o karen.axelrod@gmail.com

Please register and pay at the same time. If you register and do not pay, you will not be able to attend. If you pay and do not register, you will not be able to attend. After registering and making your payment, you will receive a confirmation email containing the password and information about joining the meeting. Note: I will not be accepting registrations on the day of the meeting.

Anatomy

Occiput Anatomy Study Group

September 30, 2025

Click here to register.

In this 90-minute or longer online study group, we discuss the
detailed anatomy and function of the occiput.

We start with a review of the embryologic development of the occiput in utero. Then we continue by looking at different anatomical associations of the occiput as they relate to:

* Articulations with other cranial bones and cervical vertebrae

* Biomechanics of the cranial base; i.e., the occiput, C1, and C2

* Soft tissue, membranous, and muscular associated with the occiput, including the
myodural bridge

* Neurologic and vascular associations

* Physiological challenges that might arise of the occiput becomes injured, strained,
or restricted

The study group will be particularly helpful for those who have taken CS1, CS2, Cranial Nerves, Concussion, Beyond the Cranial Base, or Brain Speaks classes.

NOTE: This study group is an anatomy review only and does not address specific CST techniques.

There is a $25 fee (U.S. funds) for participation in this study group. You will receive Category B Mentorship credit if you're tracking time for that. Also, I will record the call so you will have access to it afterward or if you can not join us live. Online viewing will be available for 60 days.

Signing up is a simple two-step process.

1. Register with Zoom. Click here to register.

Then . . .

2. Make your $25 (U.S.) payment

You must include with your payment your full name and "OCC." $25 can be paid by Venmo or Zelle only in the U.S.

* Venmo @Karen-Axelrod-CST

—OR—

* Zelle c/o karen.axelrod@gmail.com

International payments can be made with PayPal only, as a "friends and family" transaction. Do NOT select "goods and services."

* PayPal c/o karen.axelrod@gmail.com

Please register and pay at the same time. If you register and do not pay, you will not be able to attend. If you pay and do not register, you will not be able to attend. After registering and making your payment, you will receive a confirmation email containing the password and link to join the meeting. Note: I will not be accepting registrations on the day of the meeting.

FUTURE ANATOMY STUDY GROUPS

November 18, 2025 Anatomy Topic TBD

Testimonials

"I’m blown away by the job you do as an instructor. Your study groups are . . . just wow. Thanks so much for all you do."--S.M.