Why Craniosacral Therapy?
What is it, who is it for & what might it help you with?

Louise Klarnett RCST BCST
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist
In my mid-twenties, I experienced craniosacral therapy as a case study for a friend. What began as an exploration became a profound personal experience, and it has remained one of the most effective forms of support for my body through injury and emotional change.
Having worked as a dance artist for almost 30 years, I have a deep fascination with the body, movement and its capacity for healing and adaptation. My approach is grounded in working with the health that is already present within each person, rather than focusing solely on what may be difficult or injured.
Craniosacral therapy and my movement and dance practice are deeply entwined. Together, they inform the way I listen to the body, creating space for greater awareness, ease and connection.
I began my formal training in Craniosacral Therapy at the Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust (CTET) in London in 2018, starting with an introductory course before progressing to the Living Anatomy course and then the Practitioner Training Programme, from which I graduated in 2021.
Since qualifying, I have continued to deepen my knowledge and experience through postgraduate training, with a particular focus on supporting pregnancy, mothers and babies. In October 2021 and again in 2024, I completed specialist training in Working with Pregnancy, Mothers and Babies, led by Ian Wright and Mary Bolingbroke. I also undertook additional training in this area in March 2022 with Sarah Nesling and Penel Meredith. This ongoing professional development has allowed me to further develop my understanding of the unique physical and emotional needs of mothers, babies and families during pregnancy, birth and the early stages of life from different teachings.
I have been a tutor for Body College Low Cost Community clinic since February 2023 supporting second year students to treat members of the public. In March 2025 joined the tutor team for Body College practitioner training working under senior tutors Steve Haines and Jane Shaw.
Further professional training has included Headaches and Migraines; Sleep; Reseach in Cranial Therapy, Brian Isbell for ICrA; Waking Up The Body, Skills for Dissociation, Steve Haines; The Significance of Polyvagal Theory for Touch and Somatic Therapies, Dr Stephen Porges; Death and Dying, Mary Bolingbroke. Potency, Perception & Presence, Ian Wright; Birth energy: igniting our will to live, Katherine Uljeka; Palpation Skills, Mary Bolingbroke and Sarah Nesling; The Flowering of Potential, working with neurodiversity, Ian Wright; Working with Ancestral and Collective Trauma, Mary Bolingbroke and ongoing podcasts, talks, supervision, mentoring and coaching.
Since June 2022 I have been a member of 'Working with the Ancestors' the monthly online group hosted by Mary Bolingbroke, Nicci Parry and Tim Kirkpatrick.
I welcome clients seeking treatment for a wide variety of conditions, those exploring personal development and those wanting to maintain optimal health and vitality.
My clinics are Dalston Heath Hub and Robin Clinic, West Ham, in partnership with The Magpie Project, a charity for women and their children under 5 affected by homelessness.
I am a registered member of The Craniosacral Therapy Association (CSTA)
My training meets the standards of The International Affiliation of Biodynamic Trainings
I hold insurance with Balens
I have an enhanced DBS certificate & have up to date First Aid training
I am registered with the ICO
You can read a short piece in The Forest Mag about my work here
Illustrations © Zoè Delautre Photography © Laura Zotova
*Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be charged at the full rate*


Who is BCST for?
BCST is a non-invasive, gentle technique and is safe for all. Pregnant women, babies, children and adults, including the elderly. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The birth process...
...greatly affects our physical and emotional patterns in life. BCST can support pregnant women, newborns and their families, as well as individuals of all ages, to find more harmony and balance, and help to resolve traumatic experiences held both in the mind and the body.
Dancers
Louise enjoys treating dancers and offers some discounted treatments. Please contact to discuss.
What is Craniosacral Therapy?
Craniosacral Therapy is a hands-on therapy that uses a light touch and whose origins are in the practice of Osteopathy.
The body has self-healing capabilities and is constantly striving for good health. Craniosacral Therapy can facilitate this natural propensity for balance and a feeling of wellbeing in the client. Craniosacral Therapy recognises the interconnection between mind and body.
Craniosacral therapists work with the presence of subtle rhythmic motions that are expressed within the body (particularly the head, spine and pelvis). The free and balanced expression of these subtle motions is related to our state of health and vitality.
In a typical session the client will lie (or sometimes sit) clothed on a treatment couch. The therapist makes contact by gently placing their hands on the client's body and uses a light touch to tune into the subtle motions taking place. The therapist can evaluate if there are any imbalances within the body and use a range of non-invasive therapeutic skills to relax and thereby promote self-healing within the client.
Treatment may support clients experiencing a variety of issues...
Through the gentle, negotiated, relational touch, clients can experience a sense of well-being and relaxation.
CST is based on the principle that by feeling the intrinsic flow of the craniosacral rhythm, the therapist can help relieve any restrictions in the flow of cerebral spinal fluid around the body which may be causing ill health.
To discuss how BCST can help you please get in touch.
Craniosacral therapy is not intended as primary healthcare but to work alongside the relationship you have with your doctor or other health professionals.

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+447884 104681
Dalston Health Hub, Pod 19, The Factory, 21-31 Shacklewell Lane, London, E8 2DA
Robin Clinic, The Magpie Project, Grassroots Resource Centre, Memorial Avenue, London E15 3DB





