BEHIND THE SMILE
EMOTIONAL EXPRESSION - THE FACE, THE THROAT AND THE HEART
WITH KATHERINE UKLEJA D.O., R.C.S.T., B.C.S.T.
A series of three one-day advanced seminars; each day stands alone and will provide practitioners with additional therapeutic cranial skills
* 19TH NOVEMBER 2012 *
* 14TH JANUARY 2013 *
* 18TH MARCH 2013 *
Our feelings and emotions are revealed on our face and in the tone of our voice. Musculoskeletal structures of the face, the ear and throat share a network of nerves, known as the Social Nervous System. This system co-ordinates facial expression and vocalization, with the regulation of heart rate and breathing. It enables orientation, communication, co-operation and empathy. Malfunctions of this system result in conditions in which a person can’t communicate, can’t feel pleasure and consequently lead to depression, isolation or anti-social behaviours. Central to the Social Nervous System is the Vagus Nerve. This massive and intricate cranial nerve is best known for its rest and digest function. Not only is its motor output much more complex but the nerve is 80% sensory. Vagal input to our brains is fundamental to our sense of safety and our emotional adaptability.
DAY ONE ON 19TH NOVEMBER 2012: THE PHARANGEAL FOLDS
Day one explores the intricate bony structure of the face and the musculature of the face, the ear and the throat. During the embryonic period, these structures, together with their neural network, originate in the pharyngeal folds between the developing brain and heart. Practical sessions will concentrate of the bony viscero-cranium and the pathways of crucial Cranial Nerves.
DAY TWO ON 14TH JANUARY 2013: THE FACE, THE THROAT AND THE EXPRESSION OF EMOTION
Day two features The Polyvagal Theory of Stephen Porges, which clarifies the range of survival strategies open to us in dangerous and life-threatening situations. The theory identifies the Social Nervous System as a subdivision which is neither fully autonomic nor fully voluntary in its function. Practical approaches will concentrate on Cranial Nerves of the Social Nervous System, which control facial expression, vocalization and vocal tone, swallowing, breathing and head turning.
DAY THREE ON 18TH MARCH 2013: THE HEART AND ADAPTABILITY UNDER STRESS
Day three focuses on Vagal tone, heart rate variability, communication and pro-social behaviour. The following topics will be covered: the role of the vagal brake in homeostatic control of the ANS, the importance of good vagal tone for babies and infants, and vagal afferents – the link between sensory input from the gut and the heart and the expression of emotion. Practical biodynamic cranial strategies will be explored for enabling social engagement and healthy heart regulation.
Course Tutor:
Katherine graduated in osteopathy and then qualified as a Craniosacral Therapist. She has many years experience of teaching foundation trainings, as well as advanced courses for qualified Craniosacral Therapists and Cranial Osteopaths. Her extensive craniosacral training began in 1987 which gradually led her to studying with Franklyn Sills. She has been a Course Coordinator at the Karuna Institute and is now a Course Coordinator for the Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust. Katherine has become an internationally respected and influential figure in the craniosacral profession, regularly giving presentations at conferences and running courses in Switzerland, Russia, India, Malaysia and the USA. She is also an artist and paints textiles for interiors and designs for the theatre. She lives in Devon with her husband and daughter.
Venue and Times:
Skylight Centre,
49 Corsica Street,
London N5 1JT
Nearest station: Highbury and Islington (Victoria Line and Mainline).
From 9.30am - 5.30pm each day.
Cost:
£265 for the whole series or £95 per day if the fee is received six weeks in advance of the seminars booked. Or, £295 for the series or £105 per day if the fee is received less than six weeks ahead of the seminars. All fees are non-refundable. Please make cheques payable to CTET.
For bookings and further details, please contact:
Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust,
78 York Street,
London W1H 1DP,
England
Tel/Fax: 07000-785778
Email: info@cranio.co.uk
