Foundations to Function
Helping individuals reduce tension, relieve pain, regulate their nervous system, and achieve optimal wellbeing
Foundations to Function specializes in gentle fascial therapies to facilitate increased independence, more optimal function, and increased engagement in clients’ daily lives.
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Craniosacral fascial therapy may be beneficial for the following:
Infants
Torticollis
Reflux
Feeding issues
Sleep concerns
Colic
Fetal/birth trauma
Constipation
Stridor
Nervous system dysregulation
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Children
Asthma
Concussion
ADHD
Sinus conditions
Anxiety
Neck pain
Digestive issues
Bedwetting
Headache
Scoliosis
Sleep concerns
Adults
Headache/migraine
Concussion
TMJ dysfunction
Back/neck pain
Digestive issues
Hip pain
Shoulder pain
Anxiety/depression
Sleep concerns
Airway issues
Decreased range of motion
About
Deborah Brown, MSOT, OTR/L
I’m trained in Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (Gillespie Approach) and Pediatric Myofascial Release (John Barnes Approach), both of which are gentle hands-on therapies that involve no force. I also have additional training to help clients with anxiety and sleep concerns and offer virtual consultations for anyone located in Virginia. I graduated with a Masters in Occupational Therapy in 2014 and have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. As an OT, I love helping clients achieve their goals and facilitating more optimal wellbeing.
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Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) is based on the work and research of Dr. Barry Gillespie. CFT combines two modalities, Craniosacral Therapy and Myofascial Release, into a single effective therapy. CFT techniques facilitate gently unwinding fascial tension and strain accumulated over time. Clients are fully clothed during session.
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Myofascial Release (MFR) is a hands-on modality that gently addresses restrictions in the fascial system, facilitating elongation via slow and sustained pressure into the body's fascial system. MFR requires direct contact with skin - tank tops and shorts are recommended for sessions.
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Occupational Therapists are equipped to address anxiety and sleep as these concerns tend to keep people from doing things they want and need to do. Sleep is also an important occupation in a person's life, making it a priority for OTs to address. Education about how the nervous system works and simple strategies can be beneficial to help clients better understand what they are experiencing which in turn can help reduce hypervigilence that can be involved with anxiety and insomnia.