BODY WORK, MASSAGE & CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

 

Hands-on therapies that restore balance, alignment and calm.

At NEKAWA, I offer integrative bodywork combining craniosacral therapy, remedial massage, joint mobilisation, myofascial release and trigger point therapy. Each session is tailored to address your unique needs - whether you're seeking relief from tension, support with trauma, or a deeper sense of physical and emotional harmony.

Sessions go beyond the physical. I work with the nervous system, fascia and subtle rhythms of the body to release stored stress, restore alignment and enhance your body’s innate ability to heal.

What is Craniosacral Therapy?

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on therapy that works with the body’s craniosacral system - the membranes and fluid surrounding your brain and spinal cord. Using light touch, I listen to the body’s natural rhythms, releasing areas of restriction to encourage flow and balance.

CST is effective in calming the nervous system, supporting recovery from trauma and relieving both physical and emotional tension. It’s safe, subtle and profoundly restorative.

What Conditions Can Bodywork & CST Help With?

We support clients of all ages through a wide range of challenges, including:

  • Anxiety, overwhelm, PTSD & trauma

  • Neurodivergence: Autism, ADHD, OCD, PANS/PANDAS, tics

  • Structural misalignment, back & neck pain, scoliosis

  • TMJ, jaw tension, post-braces discomfort

  • Arthritis, joint compression, repetitive strain injuries

  • Injury recovery & sports performance support

  • Headaches, migraines, vertigo & sensory overload

  • Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, immune dysfunction

  • Hormonal imbalances & nervous system dysregulation

  • Auditory, visual or vestibular issues

  • Confidence blocks, emotional release & body-mind connection

Special Focus Areas

Children & Teens

Gentle, non-invasive support for anxiety, sensory processing, growing pains and emotional wellbeing.

Dancers & Flexible Bodies

Therapeutic work tailored to high-range mobility, performance recovery and alignment correction.

Dental & TMJ Support

Intraoral cranial techniques to relieve jaw tension, realign bite patterns, and ease post-orthodontic strain.

Arthritis & Joint Work

Decompression techniques and joint mobilisation for pain relief and improved mobility.

Trauma Integration

SomatoEmotional Release techniques to gently process stored emotional experiences — from birth trauma to grief or medical interventions.

Completion of Biological Processes

A powerful and unique offering that allows the body to re-pattern unfinished emotional or physiological processes. This can support deep transformation and integration.

Why Do Restrictions Occur?

Restrictions within the fascial or craniosacral system may stem from:

  • Physical injury or accidents

  • Emotional stress or trauma

  • Surgery or medical interventions

  • Repetitive movements or poor posture

  • Developmental or birth trauma

  • Dental or orthodontic work

The body often compensates until it reaches a tipping point. Our sessions help unwind these stored patterns so the body can function with greater ease and coherence.

 

 

What to Expect in a Session

Sessions are calming, personalised, and carried out while you lie comfortably, fully clothed. We combine techniques such as:

  • Craniosacral holds and listening

  • Gentle joint mobilisation and rocking

  • Deep tissue or trigger point release (where appropriate)

  • Myofascial unwinding

  • Intraoral cranial techniques (for jaw/TMJ work)

Each session responds to what your body presents on the day. Some clients may feel subtle releases, emotional shifts, or deep relaxation during or after the session. You may also receive simple self-care or movement practices to support your integration.

Session Options

  • 45 minutes – Targeted session for specific areas or concerns

  • 60 minutes – Full bodywork or craniosacral therapy session

  • 90 minutes – Comprehensive integrative session (recommended for trauma integration, emotional processing, and combined bodywork + craniosacral therapy)

  • Children’s sessions – 20% discount (please enquire)

 

Clinic Locations

Auckland (Ponsonby): Monthly clinic (Saturday–Monday)
Whanganui: Please enquire

Zoom sessions available for hypnotherapy and coaching only. See [Mind-Body Integration] for details.

Before You Book

  • Please complete the NEKAWA Consult Form before your first session. (We use a combined form for bodywork and hypnotherapy — just skip any sections not relevant to you.)

  • Southern Cross Easy-Claim available for those with Wellness Package cover – include your member number when booking.

  • You’re welcome to reach out if you’re unsure what session type suits you best.