Spinal Flow is a gentle, holistic technique that is based on the science of stress and the effects stress has on the body & nervous system.

Spinal Flow is a hands-on bodywork treatment that works directly with the nervous system to clear the body of stored stress, restore nervous system function, and facilitate the natural healing of the body. 

Spinal Flow is a healing modality for individuals (adults and children) suffering from health issues or symptoms of any kind (acute or chronic) or pain. It is also for those who are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and looking for deep relaxation, stress relief, a chance to reconnect with their body and receive some much-needed internal healing.

I’ve worked with clients who have had chronic issues for decades, and people who have only just started to have symptoms within the last few days/weeks; Ranging from things like nosebleeds, to ringing in the ears, fatigue, joint pain, limited mobility, nerve pain, sciatica, anxiety, depression, ADHD, constipation, chronic back/pelvis/hip pain and more!

NOTE: Please know that NO symptom is too small. Our bodies SHOULD function properly and be healthy all the time - when you have a body that starts to show signs & symptoms of any kind, it’s a red flag that your body is storing stress, and may have spinal blockages starting to form, and from there your nervous system can start to become dysregulated. (please read the section called “Nervous System - Why it’s important for healing”)

Spinal Flow shifts the body from chronic dysfunction to optimal health. It alleviates stress, promotes relaxation, and restores nervous system function, as well as helping to clear spinal blockages & allows the body to return to a state of balance and wellness.

Spinal blockages, or ‘subluxations’, are areas of the spine that become stuck, tight and rotated out of normal alignment. These blockages disrupt the natural flow of the nervous system, whose job it is to communicate and give function to every muscle, cell, tissue & organ in the body. Our nervous system is the master controller of our body & we need this to function properly in order for us to feel our best.

When the communication between our nervous system and the body's organs, muscles, tissues, and cells become compromised due to spinal blockages & chronic stress, this results in nervous system dysfunction, which then leads to health issues (or existing health issues start to turn chronic), pain, illness and disease in the body. It also results in a stressed-out & overwhelmed body that cannot function properly, nor heal (or fully relax) no matter what we do.

With the Spinal Flow Technique, we can move the nervous system back into a place of function, dissipate spinal blockages, remove stress from the body and facilitate healing - allowing the body to move back into a state of full health and wellness.

In Spinal Flow, we facilitate healing in the body by using access points.

Access points play a pivotal role in the Spinal Flow Technique, with 33 specific points along the spine.

Access points are situated on the sacrum (back of pelvis), tailbone, and cranium (skull) and are directly linked to our nervous system.

Enveloping our brain, spinal cord, and nervous system is a protective membrane known as the 'meninges.' When a Spinal Flow Practitioner applies a gentle touch to an access point, they are making direct contact with this meninges membrane.

This interaction serves as a direct communication pathway to the nervous system, and starts the natural healing in the body by stimulating the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (or CSF) along the spine (also called the 'spinal flow' )

Each contact made on an access point fosters an increase in the ‘spinal flow’ which heals the body, as it reduces spinal blockages, removes layers of accumulated stress and supports the function of the nervous system.

Your spinal flow already exists! It's naturally occurring in the body and refers to the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) contained within the protective membrane that surrounds our brain, spinal column & nervous system.

Ideally, this flow should be continuous, originating from the sacrum and ascending our spinal column to the skull, moving in a harmonious, wave-like motion.

The CSF plays a critical role to our well-being. When compromised due to spinal blockages hindering its proper flow, it can lead to various health issues & nervous system dysfunction.

Vital for the health and functioning of the nervous system, our 'spinal flow' (cerebrospinal fluid) serves as our body’s internal healing mechanism. With the Spinal Flow Technique, our objective is to enhance this flow within the body. The greater the flow within our spine, the greater the healing and the more we can move the body towards optimal health, diminish stress, giving function back to the nervous system and promoting deep relaxation in the body.

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Spinal Flow is a safe healing modality suitable for individuals of all ages, ranging from newborn babies to the elderly, and across diverse health conditions.

The safety of Spinal Flow lies in its gentle approach and its alignment with the body's natural healing processes. Rather than imposing external forces, (we always work with the body, not against it) Spinal Flow practitioners work collaboratively with the body, guiding it towards optimal health.

At its core, Spinal Flow acknowledges the body's innate ability to heal itself. By fostering a supportive environment and facilitating the body's internal healing mechanism.

Spinal Flow empowers individuals to embark on their healing journey with confidence and reassurance.

To learn more about Spinal Flow for babies & children, please scroll down to that section.

In Spinal Flow, we divide the spine into “7 Gateways”, which is essentially a guide for healing & allows us to see how the body functions.

Each “Gateway” of the spine corresponds to the exact areas of the body that the nervous system flows through, communicates and gives function to.

When there is a spinal blockage in one (or more) of the gateways, it affects the body’s nerve function and interferes with the body’s natural ability to heal, as the nervous system can no longer get the proper messages to the corresponding areas of the body.

This is the main cause of all health related issues, pain, illness & disease.

Whether you are seeking to have Spinal Flow healing sessions for health issues/symptoms/pain or wanting to come in to have Spinal Flow for relaxation & stress relief, all new clients, must first book an intake appointment. Here’s what you can expect:

A health consultation : You will sit with your Practitioner so they can understand your reasons for seeking treatment and going over any underlining health issues/symptoms that you may be having.

Assessments: here your Practitioner will utilize a series of simple movements to evaluate your spine, its range of motion and assess your posture for any indications of spinal blockages and check what state your nervous system is in.

Spine Examination: Here you'll be asked to lie face down on the clinic table, as your Practitioner will gently palpate and examine your spine and see exactly where you have spinal blockages. Additionally, your Practitioner will assess your back, including muscles & checking for layers of stress to get an overall sense of what’s going on in your spine/body.

Postural photos: will be taken to serve as a reference point for tracking progress after a series of healing sessions.

Treatment plan: A treatment plan will be given (if needed) depending on your goals, why you are seeking Spinal Flow, and the severity of your symptoms & spinal blockages. All treatment plans are tailored to the client.

Spinal Flow healing session: Once the health assessments are completed, you will then have your first healing session. (30mins)

**Please note that young children (5years or younger) will not be asked to do assessments unless they are able to do so.

Spinal Flow healing sessions are done entirely clothed.

Each Spinal Flow healing session is unique to every individual and offers a unique experience with each visit as the body undergoes changes and the nervous system begins to function more effectively.

It's important to note that not everyone moves during a healing session. This comes up quite a lot in my practice because of the many videos showing the Spinal Flow Technique, where clients are seen on lying on the table with huge amounts of movement through their spine. While some clients do indeed experience a full movement wave, this is not the case for everyone. These videos posted on social media showing a full spinal wave are done so that the people watching these videos can actually SEE what Spinal Flow is about; However, there is a LOT more happening in the body that is unseen. Most of the healing in the body is internal and for most clients, their body does not react as seen in the videos.

We all have a unique flow type!

Some flows are big & noticeable, while others are just small vibrations. Please understand that Spinal Flow is not an experience to be had, but rather a technique designed to remove stress, promote full relaxation and facilitate healing within the body, & nervous system. (Even clients who do have a full spinal movement flow in there spine, usually cannot actually feel this happening). While some clients do feel their flow, many do not.

Each client will respond to Spinal Flow healing sessions differently - yet the healing is the same. At every single Spinal Flow session, there are changes happening in the body whether felt or not.

Sensations experienced during sessions may vary, ranging from vibrations, tingling, or heat felt in the spine, to having emotional releases such as crying, laughter, or vocalizations. Additionally, clients may feel muscle contractions, twitches, body movements, or a variety of other sensations throughout the session. For other client's they may not 'feel' as much during sessions, as that's just their nervous system and body's way of healing & their healing is more internal.

It's important to recognize that there is no right or wrong way to experience a healing session!!

If one client feels and moves a lot on the table, and another client does not - this does not mean that one client is healing more than the other. Movement or sensations is NOT indicative of healing. Some individuals bodies will heal differently than others, and that is perfectly ok.

Clients are encouraged to be authentic and connect with their bodies during the process. The ultimate goal of Spinal Flow is to balance the body & nervous system and allow the body to heal itself naturally.

Whether clients experience significant outer physical movements or go deep inside themselves to process internally, the outcome of Spinal Flow healing sessions remain the same: removing stress layers, reducing spinal blockages, increasing your spinal flow, healing the nervous system and allowing the body to move to a state of full health and well-being.

Clothing plays a huge role in the success of a Spinal Flow healing session because if the wrong clothing is worn, I cannot find access points or track your flow.

Please read further for proper attire during all appointments:

Spinal Flow Healing sessions are conducted with clients being fully clothed.

For optimal results, please wear soft, loose-fitting/slightly baggy pants (or shorts), a t-shirt (or long sleeve) and socks during your session.

Suitable attire includes light t-shirts or long-sleeve tops, pyjama pants, or other casual type pant, sweatpants, or soft, loose workout pants/shorts as long as they are loose and not tight or form fitting.

To ensure a successful session, please DO NOT wear heavy fabrics of any kind such as jeans, khakis, corduroy, or anything thick. Refrain from wearing pants or shorts with heavy/large seams in the back, across the pelvis/tailbone area. Even a small seam just milimeters thick can make a world of difference in finding and making connection on access points. **PLEASE DO NOT WEAR LULULEMON PANTS, as usually this type of athletic wear has decorative stitching that runs right across your sacrum making it difficult to feel and connect to access points.

Additionally, please do not wear high-collar/dress shirts, oversized/baggy sweatshirts, hoodies, sweaters (you will need a t-shirt underneath) nor clothing with stripes or heavy patterns/textures.

**PLAIN COLORS ARE PREFERRABLE.

Women: Please do not wear shapewear or spandex. If wearing ‘thong’ type undergarments please make sure they are not lacy (undergarments must be smooth and not textured). Please do not wear tight, form fitting pants or shorts; no leggings.

Furthermore, if you have long hair, I kindly request that you tie it back in a ponytail. This enables me to monitor changes in spinal blockages at the cervical (neck) level. Please remember to bring a hair elastic if needed.

Your cooperation ensures the success of your healing session, and I appreciate your attention to these guidelines.

Please be ready for your appointment on time. Thank you.