Bodywork and Craniosacral Therapy at NEKAWA

Gentle, body-aware support for nervous system regulation and physical ease
Available in Whanganui and Auckland clinics

At NEKAWA, bodywork and craniosacral therapy offer a calm, respectful way to support the body’s natural capacity to regulate, release, and move toward balance.

This work is not about forceful manipulation or “fixing” the body. Instead, it is a gentle, attentive approach that listens to the nervous system and supports the body to settle, soften, and reorganise in its own time.

Sessions are unhurried and tailored to the individual, creating space for both physical relief and deeper nervous system regulation.

A Body-Led, Nervous-System-Aware Approach

With a background in human biology, anatomy, and years of hands-on bodywork practice, my approach is grounded in both science and felt experience.

Craniosacral therapy and gentle bodywork work with:

• the central nervous system
• connective tissue and fascial patterns
• subtle rhythms within the body
• the body’s stress and relaxation responses

Rather than overriding the body’s signals, this work supports the body to come out of protective states and return towards balance.

This makes it particularly suitable for people who feel:

• tense, overwhelmed, or “on edge”
• disconnected from their body
• sensitive to deep or forceful treatment
• affected by ongoing stress or nervous system overload

What Is Craniosacral Therapy?

Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, hands-on approach that works with the subtle movements and rhythms of the craniosacral system — which includes the skull, spine, sacrum, and surrounding tissues.

Using light, attentive touch, the practitioner supports the body to:

• release areas of restriction
• improve nervous system regulation
• enhance circulation and fluid movement
• support the body’s natural processes of settling and self-regulation

Many people experience craniosacral therapy as deeply calming, restorative, and grounding.

 

How Bodywork at NEKAWA May Support You

Rather than focusing on diagnoses, this work supports the patterns and responses that sit underneath discomfort or imbalance.

Bodywork and craniosacral therapy may be supportive if you are experiencing:

• muscular tension or physical discomfort
• stress-related holding patterns
• headaches or jaw tension
• fatigue or nervous system exhaustion
• difficulty fully relaxing or switching off
• feeling “stuck” in your body after stress or injury
• a desire for gentle, non-invasive body support

Sessions are adapted to what your body is communicating on the day — there is no set routine or expectation.

What to Expect in a Session

Sessions take place in a calm, supportive clinic environment.

You will remain fully clothed for craniosacral therapy and gently positioned for comfort. Touch is light, respectful, and always guided by your consent.

Some people notice physical shifts, others experience emotional release or deep relaxation, while some simply rest deeply. All responses are valid, and there is no need to analyse or force outcomes.

This work often complements hypnotherapy and other nervous-system-focused approaches, but can also be experienced on its own.

 

Can this work help with alignment or posture?

Many people notice changes in posture, alignment, or ease of movement as tension patterns release and the nervous system settles. Rather than forcefully correcting structure, this work supports the body to reorganise itself in a way that feels sustainable and integrated.

Clinic Locations

Whanganui Clinic
Regular bodywork and craniosacral therapy sessions are available in Whanganui.

Auckland Clinic
Sessions are available during scheduled Auckland clinic dates.

Booking Information

Appointments are paid in advance.
If payment has not been received at the time of booking, an invoice will be issued.

If you are unsure whether bodywork or craniosacral therapy is the right fit for you, you are welcome to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation to ask questions and explore the most appropriate starting point.

Professional Registration

I am professionally registered with:

• Massage New Zealand
• IAHP – International Association of Healthcare Practitioners

These registrations reflect professional standards, ethical practice, and continued development in body-based care.

 

Bodywork at NEKAWA offers a space to slow down, reconnect with your body, and allow regulation to emerge — gently and naturally.