Paula is a Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist with a practice in Farnham, Surrey. Her career in allied-health started when she completed a B.Sc. degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Cape Town. She worked as a musculoskeletal Physiotherapist for 15 years at various hospitals and outpatient clinics, which provided her with a wonderful framework, an appreciation of the intricacies of human anatomy and physiology, and an opportunity to develop compassionate and attentive communication skills.
Throughout her physiotherapy career Paula had a deep sense and knowing that there is more to health and healing than just acknowledging the physical body. Dr. Still, the founder of osteopathy, said, “Know your anatomy and physiology, but when you get your hands on a patient’s body, never forget that a living soul dwells therein”, which resonated deeply. After having her two boys, she pursed a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2018, followed by a children’s mindfulness course through Youth Mindfulness in 2020. She worked as a yoga and mindfulness teacher for a few years before exploring the realms of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy. The decision to pursue a training in Craniosacral Therapy was ignited in 2021 when she took her sons to see a Craniosacral Therapist, and in that healing space she felt a stillness and peace that made her feel more centred, harmonious and vitalised. Realising that this stillness was at the heart of the work she vowed to train, graduating from the Craniosacral Therapy Education Trust in 2024.
"There is a life force within your soul, seek that life
There is a gem in the mountain of your body, seek that mine.
O Traveler, if you are in search of that, don't look outside,
look inside yourself and seek that."
RUMI
Stephen Levine
Training and Credentials
Professional Development
I hold a certification in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy from the Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust (CTET) in London. Additionally, I engage in ongoing professional development and training to ensure that I am equipped with the latest skills and knowledge to serve my clients effectively.
Continued Education
I have completed the following post-graduate courses:
- Working With Babies, Mothers and Pregnancy: 4 day seminar with Ian Wright and Mary Bolingbroke
- Interface: Function, Connection and Empathy: Through the Lens of Autism: 3 day seminar with Ian Wright
- The Therapeutic Process of Dis-entanglement, self-reorganisation and self-forming with Dr James Feil.
Professional Affiliations
It is essential to choose a certified craniosacral therapist who has undergone comprehensive training in both theory and practice. I am registered under the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC). They have an online register at www.cnhc.org.uk which guarantees that your chosen therapist is properly trained, qualified and insured.
I also belong to the International Cranial Association (ICrA) which is a non-profit organisation providing CPD and support to craniosacral therapists.
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