Anxiety & Craniosacral Therapy in New York City

Anxiety is a debilitating condition that can affect many aspects of everyday life. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental-health issue in the United States, affecting about 18% of the population — roughly 40 million people.

If you are not quite feeling like yourself and think anxiety may be the reason, it helps to understand the different types of anxiety disorders a person can experience:

• Separation anxiety: fear of being away from family or home.
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): unprovoked, excessive anxiety that lasts six months or more.
• Hypochondriasis: persistent fear of having health issues.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): recurring patterns and thoughts that drive specific behaviors.
• Phobia: fear of a specific situation or activity.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): severe anxiety following a traumatic event.
• Social anxiety: fear of humiliation or judgement in social situations.

Common symptoms

Anxiety symptoms vary by person and type, but commonly include:

• Problems sleeping
• Shortness of breath
• Heart palpitations
• Nausea or stomach problems
• Dizziness
• Cold or sweaty hands, dry mouth
• Uneasiness and uncontrollable shaking

Anxiety is not only a mental or emotional experience — it also has physical attributes such as muscle aches, body pains, jumpiness, difficulty falling or staying asleep, impaired concentration, and digestive upset.

How Craniosacral Therapy may help

Because the mind and body are interconnected, the spine and nervous system have a profound impact on mood and emotions. The nervous system runs through the spine, and restriction in this area can affect how a person feels. Craniosacral Therapy aims to support the body by addressing tension and restriction rather than focusing on symptoms alone, encouraging balance within the nervous system so the body is less likely to over-react to outside stimuli.

Craniosacral Therapy seeks to ease stagnation and support the healthy flow of cerebrospinal fluid through the craniosacral system. This fluid helps carry nutrients throughout the body, including the brain, and supporting its flow is intended to promote a calmer, more balanced state.

Many people look for natural, medication-free options to add to their care for anxiety. Craniosacral Therapy is gentle and non-invasive and can be one supportive part of a broader plan. To talk through whether it might fit your situation, feel free to contact Dr. Alex Kaminsky.