Craniosacral Therapy
A gentle, hands-on method for improving nervous-system function, relieving physical and emotional stress, and supporting correction for children and adults.
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Craniosacral care in Manhattan
Craniosacral Therapy for Children and Adults in New York City
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on treatment that helps your body release restriction, calm the nervous system, and resolve long-standing health issues. It eases pain and improves how the whole body functions — without cracking or forceful manipulation.
Certified Craniosacral Therapist · treating patients for over 25 years
Care for infants, children, teens, and adults — frequently combined with Somato Emotional Release, Vagus Nerve Toning, and Myofascial Release so the body can reach its fullest improvement.
Dr. Alex Kaminsky DC, CST-T
Craniosacral Therapy
Gentle, hands-on care that relieves stress, pain, and tension around the brain and spinal cord.
Somato Emotional Release
Addresses physical patterns linked to stored, unprocessed emotional experiences.
Myofascial Release
Soft-tissue work that eases trigger points, adhesions, and musculoskeletal restriction.
Vagus Nerve Toning
Supports calm, balanced nervous-system function — digestion, breathing, and heart rate.
About the practice
Why patients choose Dr. Kaminsky
Dr. Alex Kaminsky is a Chiropractor Certified in Craniosacral Therapy with over 25 years of clinical experience. He draws on a broad, refined set of techniques to help patients get out of pain and move toward physical correction and real lasting health.
- Healing, hands-on care that helps the body regenerate, rejuvenate, and resolve health issues.
- Combines CST with Somato Emotional Release, Vagus Nerve Toning, and Myofascial Release as needed.
- Accepts patients he is confident he can help, and works toward efficient resolution of their concerns.
- Cares for infants, children, teens, and adults in New York City.
- Combines in-office sessions with home-care / self-care guidance between visits.
Mindset matters. The body can heal at any age with the proper hands-on care and supportive self-care activities.
Core therapies
Craniosacral care and related methods
Craniosacral Therapy is often combined with Somato Emotional Release, Vagus Nerve Toning, and Myofascial Release to create the change the body needs.
Sessions are quiet, non-invasive, and comfortable for both adults and children.
Myofascial Release
Specialized soft-tissue work tailored to each person — addressing musculoskeletal dysfunction, easing trigger points and adhesions, and restoring balance within the muscles.
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Somato Emotional Release
A therapeutic approach that helps the body process and release stored, unaddressed emotional experience — connecting physical and emotional well-being.
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Vagus Nerve Toning
Helps the body shift out of fight-or-flight by balancing the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system — often paired with breathing and meditation to support calm, digestion, and heart rate.
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Dr. Kaminsky also offers gentle alternative therapies in NYC, including nervous system regulation, breathing technique instruction and sound healing with tuning forks. All are hands-on or guided, with no cracking.
Gentle chiropractic care
Dr. Kaminsky has been a licensed chiropractor since 2000. His care is gentle, with no cracking or twisting. He sees adults, children, and babies. It is often combined with craniosacral therapy in the same visit. Learn more about our gentle chiropractor in NYC.
How craniosacral therapy works
Craniosacral therapy is also written as cranial sacral or cranio-sacral therapy. It's a light-touch, hands-on method. Dr. Kaminsky uses gentle, focused hand placement along the spine, neck, head, and body. He feels for areas where tissue is holding tension instead of moving freely.
The work pays close attention to the subtle motion of the head and the sacrum, the bone at the base of the spine. It also focuses on the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. The goal is to ease restriction and help the nervous system settle, and support the body's natural ability to heal.
Where craniosacral therapy comes from
Craniosacral therapy was developed by Dr. John Upledger after his research at Michigan State University. Today it is taught around the world through the Upledger Institute International. Dr. Kaminsky is a Certified Craniosacral Therapist (CST-T) through the Upledger Institute. He has offered craniosacral therapy since 2015 and has been a licensed chiropractor since 2000.
Common reasons people come in
Dr. Kaminsky sees adults, children, and babies. The concerns he sees most often are:
- Concussion recovery, including concussions in children and teens
- Scoliosis in adults and children
- Headaches and migraines
- Chronic pain, including long-standing back and neck pain
- TMJ and jaw pain
For babies, he often sees feeding trouble, tongue tie, colic, reflux, a head turning preference, and flat head shape. Learn more about infant craniosacral therapy.
A note from Dr. Kaminsky
"You should expect to achieve the results you set out to attain. The body can heal at any age, given the proper in-office hands-on care and supportive self-care activities."
Your visit, in three steps
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1Initial assessmentA focused evaluation to locate restrictions in the lower body, mid-body, head, or limbs that are causing discomfort and pain.
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2Hands-on sessionFocused hand placement along the spine, neck, back, head, and limbs using CST, Somato Emotional Release, Myofascial Release, and Vagus Nerve Toning as appropriate.
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3Home care & follow-upBreathing exercises and self-care recommendations between visits to maximize results, with a follow-up plan aligned to your goals.
What to expect at your first visit
A quiet, unhurried appointment
Treatment involves focused, light hand placement along specific areas of the body — the spine, neck, back, head, and limbs — in a calm, private room.
- Thoughtful assessment: a discussion of your history, current symptoms, and goals to understand what your body needs.
- Gentle hands-on care: light touch to ease restriction and support nervous-system balance for children and adults alike.
- Supportive methods: diaphragmatic breathing, meditation, and other techniques that aid the therapeutic process.
Dr. Kaminsky is compassionate, knowledgeable, and skilled in his approach — and only accepts patients for care he is confident he can help.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
What is craniosacral therapy?
Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, light-touch, hands-on method that supports tissue release, the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, and nervous system regulation for babies, children, and adults.
Who does Dr. Kaminsky treat?
Dr. Alex Kaminsky, D.C. treats babies, children, and adults who represent the largest demographic. The primary modality is Craniosacral Therapy with supporting techniques such as Somato Emotional Release, Vagus Nerve Toning and Myofascial Release in New York, NY. He has over 25 years of experience and accepts patients he is confident he can help.
Is craniosacral therapy safe?
Yes. It is gentle and non-invasive, with light contact and no cracking. It is complementary to medical care and does not diagnose, cure, or replace treatment from your physician. Results vary from person to person.
Where is the office and how do I book?
The office is at 36 East 36th Street, Ste 201, New York, NY 10016, in Midtown Manhattan. All visits are by appointment — call 212-328-1180 or send a request through the contact page.
Are you a certified craniosacral therapist?
Yes. Dr. Kaminsky is a Certified Craniosacral Therapist (CST-T) through the Upledger Institute International. He has offered craniosacral therapy since 2015 and has been a licensed chiropractor since 2000.
What does a craniosacral therapy session feel like?
Sessions are quiet and unhurried. Dr. Kaminsky uses light, focused contact along the spine, neck, head, and limbs. Many people feel calm and relaxed as tension eases.
Who developed craniosacral therapy?
Dr. John Upledger developed craniosacral therapy after his research at Michigan State University. It is taught worldwide through the Upledger Institute International.
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