Christiane Herskowitz, PT, CST

I am a trauma informed, cranio-sacral therapist/somatic practitioner, specializing in nervous system regulation. Our body often still holds stress and overwhelm/trauma patterns.  This can result in a dysregulated Nervous System, a disconnect from our body, anxiousness....

I teach self help tools for nervous system regulation, and I am trained to attune to each individual's needs with such tools, somatic work,  and cranio sacral therapy. These tools and sessions are complementary to any other treatments like  counseling on your healing journey. 

I have been a practicing  Therapist for over 30 years, graduating from the Physical Therapy Program in Munich, Germany. As a registered Physical Therapist in Vermont since 1992,  I continually expand my skills to provide a holistic trauma-informed approach to healing.

Recently, I completed "The Biology of Trauma" professional 1 year certification program and a certification on somatic developmental Trauma Therapy, which deepened my understanding of how trauma affects our body. This included principles of somatic experiencing by Dr. Peter Levine, The Polyvagal Theory by Dr. Porges, visualization, and mindfulness based resources. 

I attune each session to the unique needs of my clients, offering support, both in person and via zoom. My  in-person practice integrates CranioSacral Therapy, with its Somato Emotional Release component,  Somatic Work, and Visceral Manipulation. 

I also completed extensive training at the Chikly Institute, studying The Brain technique protocol with Dr. Bruno Chikly and Heart Centered Therapy, a therapeutic dialogue technique, with his wife Alaya Chikly, with whom I now serve as a teacher assistant.

 Outside of my practice , I find balance and joy in nature, especially around water, Latin dance and spending time with my two adult children, as I watch their journeys unfold.

Contact me at: Bodyconnectionschris@gmail.com  

My website: Bodyconnectionsvt.com