Craniosacral Therapy in Arvada & Longmont, Colorado

Gentle, hands-on care focused on relaxation and nervous system support.

Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on technique that may be incorporated into care to address areas of tension and support relaxation and overall well-being.

At Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic, Craniosacral Therapy is provided by Dr. Ann-Marie Barter at our Arvada and Longmont locations.

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What Is Craniosacral Therapy?

Craniosacral Therapy uses a light-touch approach focused on the tissues and structures surrounding the brain, spinal cord and central nervous system.

Unlike a traditional chiropractic adjustment, Craniosacral Therapy typically uses very gentle pressure.

For some patients, it may be incorporated as part of a broader care plan alongside chiropractic care, Functional Medicine or Frequency Specific Microcurrent.

Why Patients Explore Craniosacral Therapy

Patients may consider Craniosacral Therapy when looking for a gentle approach to concerns involving tension, stress and overall nervous system regulation.

It may be incorporated into care for patients experiencing concerns such as:

  • Head and neck tension

  • Stress and physical tension

  • Jaw and TMJ-related tension

  • Musculoskeletal discomfort

  • Recovery from previous injuries

  • Difficulty relaxing

  • General wellness and nervous system support

Your individual needs and health history will determine whether Craniosacral Therapy is appropriate for your care.

What to Expect

Craniosacral Therapy is performed while you remain comfortably clothed on a treatment table. Dr. Barter uses gentle hands-on techniques based on your individual areas of tension and concern. Sessions are designed to be calm and personalized, and additional therapies may be incorporated when appropriate.

Craniosacral Therapy with Dr. Ann Barter

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Dr. Ann-Marie Barter, D.C., CFMP

Dr. Ann Barter is a Doctor of Chiropractic with advanced training in Craniosacral Therapy, Functional Medicine, Applied Kinesiology, dry needling and Frequency Specific Microcurrent.

Her broad training allows her to consider both structural and whole-body factors when determining which therapies may be useful for an individual patient.

Available in Arvada & Longmont


1260 S Hover Rd, Ste D
Longmont, CO 80501

Our Longmont office serves Longmont, Boulder, Niwot, Louisville, Lafayette, Erie and communities throughout Boulder County and the Northern Front Range.

Longmont

Arvada

8850 Ralston Rd, Suite 200
Arvada, CO 80002

Our Arvada office serves patients throughout Arvada, Denver, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Lakewood, Westminster and the Greater Denver area.

Longmont Location
Arvada Location

Craniosacral Therapy FAQs

Interested in a Gentler Approach?

Schedule with Dr. Ann Barter to discuss whether Craniosacral Therapy may be appropriate for your individual needs.