CranioSacral Therapy of the South Bay
CranioSacral Study Groups
Study groups give you an opportunity to sharpen your skills and deepen your understanding of CranioSacral Therapy while networking with other local CST therapists. Prior attendance at the appropriate-level class is required.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
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Review the anatomy and physiology of the craniosacral system
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Explore the relationship between the craniosacral system and illness, pain and dysfunction
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Practice performing the 10-Step Protocol
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Practice mouth work and sphenoid releases
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Effectively release fascial restrictions
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Deepen your knowledge about cranial nerves and neuroanatomy related to the craniosacral system
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Better understand the immune system and how to use CST for addressing immune dysfunction
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Explore the concepts and practice working with energy cysts, facilitated segments, and SomatoEmotional Release
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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.
Because space is limited in the in-person study groups, prepayment is required to hold your spot.
To view my cancellation policy, click here.
CST for Cranial Nerves (CSCN)
Nov. 5, 2024
Dec. 3, 2024
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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 $15 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.
Signing up is a simple two-step process.
1. Register with Zoom. Click here to register.
Then . . .
2. Make your $15 (U.S.) payment You must include with your payment your full name and "CSCN study group."
$15 can be paid by Venmo or Zelle only. (Contact me regarding options for international payments.)
* Venmo @Karen-Axelrod-CST
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* 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.
CST & the Immune Response (CSIR)
Oct. 22, 2024
Nov. 19, 2024
Dec. 17, 2024
Jan. 21, 2025
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These 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 $15 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.
Signing up is a simple two-step process.
1. Register with Zoom. Click here to register.
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Then . . .
2. Make your $15 (U.S.) payment
You must include with your payment your full name and "CSIR study group." $15 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.
Sphenoid Bone Anatomy Study Group
Nov. 12, 2024​
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In this 75-minute online study group, we will explore the detailed anatomy of the sphenoid bone – a key bone in the center of the cranium that makes up part of the eye socket, nasal passages, and hard palate. We will look at:
* Basic movements in flexion and extension
* Anatomical associations with other cranial bones
* Anatomical associations with related muscles
* Anatomical associations with the intracranial membrane system
* Related cranial nerves and blood vessels
* Internal contents of the sphenoid
* Sphenoid dysfunction and associated disorders you may see in your practice
* Assessment and CST treatment approaches
Signing up is a simple two-step process.
1. Register with Zoom. Click here to register.
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Then . . .
2. Make your $20 (U.S.) payment
You must include with your payment your full name and "SPHE study group." $20 can be paid by Venmo or Zelle only. (Contact me regarding international payment options.)
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* 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.
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