In Volume 5 of his innovative series on biodynamic and craniosacral therapy, Michael Shea presents invaluable information about therapeutic approaches to pre- and neonatal babies-in particular, low-birth-weight babies. In addition, more than 50 meditations on stillness are provided for the benefit of the practitioner.
Michael J. Shea is a preeminent expert in the fields of somatic psychology, myofascial release, and craniosacral therapy, and he is a founding member of the International Affiliation of Biodynamic Trainings. In addition, Dr. Shea is adjunct faculty and teaches human embryology in the pre- and perinatal psychology doctoral programs at the Santa Barbara Graduate Institute. His clinical focus is on treating infants and children with neurological and developmental problems. The author lives in Juno Beach, FL.
"Michael Shea is a consummate teacher. You can feel his presence as
he speaks directly to the practitioner, presenting a new healing
paradigm that assumes the client’s wholeness and the preexistence
of health in the body. This book will change the way you think
about your work, the ways you touch your clients, and how you
experience the world in general."
—Marti Glenn, PhD, codirector of the STAR Foundation
"Michael Shea's fifth volume on biodynamic craniosacral therapy is
a rigorous body of knowledge. From its in-depth exploration of
embryology to its fully illustrated treatment techniques for babies
in intensive care, the book is packed with wisdom that therapists
will find priceless in their commitment to connect with the deepest
rhythms of the human body. It raises the bar on ethical standards
of practice for pediatric craniosacral care."
—Sharon Desjarlais, CC, CMMS, featured columnist in Massage Today
and cocreator of the Client-Rich System for Women in the Healing
Arts
"Biodynamic craniosacral therapy is a living, growing
field that expands our relationship with the natural healing
forces of life. In this volume, Dr. Shea opens that exploration
further and shares new knowledge, thought, observation, and
palpation exercises that help to expand the limits of our
perception. Kudos to Dr. Shea for including the writings of
women teachers and coauthors to bring in the 'feminine'
aspects of the work."
—Mary Louise and Christopher Muller of the LifeShapes Institute
"Michael Shea continues to develop his vast and multilayered vision
of the biodynamic therapeutic practice in this fifth volume. He and
his numerous contributors continue to provide original commentary
and innovative guidance, integrating a host of topics—ranging from
spirituality and psychology to cleansing methods—into the practice
of biodynamic craniosacral therapy."
—John Chitty, Colorado Institute for Energy Studies
"Another great detailed volume, this time focused on enhancing our
understanding of embryology from a biodynamic perspective … a
useful and fascinating reference for biodynamic and other
practitioners."
—Cherionna Menzam-Sills, PhD, OTR, RCST, biodynamic craniosacral
therapist and instructor, Continuum Movement instructor, prenatal
and birth therapist
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