About craniosacral therapy
Craniosacral therapy is a light-touch complementary practice. People commonly explore it for relaxation, stress, headaches, and musculoskeletal tension, but evidence for condition-specific benefits is mixed. It should complement—not replace—appropriate medical assessment and treatment.
Craniosacral therapy in Columbus, United States
This page lists current craniosacral therapists in Columbus, United States. At present, the directory shows 73 public listings with verifiable contact information. Each entry shows the practitioner's credentials, language coverage, and the public directory they were sourced from, so you can compare and reach out directly.
In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often offered alongside another licensed discipline: massage therapy (LMT), physical therapy (PT, DPT), occupational therapy (OT), nursing (RN), or osteopathy (DO). State licensing varies; practitioners should be able to identify both their underlying health-care licence and any CST-specific training hours. Insurance coverage is uncommon for standalone CST but possible when delivered by a licensed healthcare professional with a referral.
Before booking, ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and whether the practitioner coordinates with medical care where relevant. Sessions usually run 45 to 75 minutes; many practitioners offer a short first call at no charge. If a practitioner promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions, look elsewhere.
Practitioners in Columbus
LMT
Ohio
Alaina Neal is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Listed credentials: LMT. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Alaina+Neal). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
MA, PhD, IBCLC, CST-T
Ohio
Alison Hazelbaker is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Adjacent modalities in their training or practice: Lymph Drainage Therapy. Listed credentials: MA, PhD, IBCLC, CST-T. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Alison+Hazelbaker). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
BA, LMT, CILT
Ohio
Alyssa Ryan Calm is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Listed credentials: BA, LMT, CILT. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Alyssa+Ryan+Calm). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
LMT
Ohio
Christina DeHeaton is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Adjacent modalities in their training or practice: Visceral Manipulation. Listed credentials: LMT. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Christina+DeHeaton). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
LMT, PT
Ohio
Dale Michael Bodmer is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Adjacent modalities in their training or practice: Lymph Drainage Therapy, Neural Manipulation, Total Body Balancing, Visceral Manipulation. Listed credentials: LMT, PT. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Dale+Michael+Bodmer). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
LMT, PTA, CST-T
Ohio
Erin Lester is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy Certification. Listed credentials: LMT, PTA, CST-T. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Erin+Lester). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
LMT
Ohio
Jany Sabins is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Adjacent modalities in their training or practice: Visceral Manipulation. Listed credentials: LMT. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Jany+Sabins). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
LMT, MA
Ohio
Jessica Hazelbaker-Buell is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Listed credentials: LMT, MA. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Jessica+Hazelbaker-Buell). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
2941 Kenny Rd., 43221
Source: Milne Institute
LMT
Ohio
Rebecca Imhoff is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy. Listed credentials: LMT. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Rebecca+Imhoff). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
NCTMB, CST-D
Ohio
Sharon Hartnett is a craniosacral therapist based in Columbus, Ohio, United States. Primary modality: CranioSacral Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy Certification. Adjacent modalities in their training or practice: Lymph Drainage Therapy, Visceral Manipulation. Listed credentials: NCTMB, CST-D. Profile is recorded in the IAHP directory (https://www.iahp.com/search-results/?name=Sharon+Hartnett). In the United States, craniosacral therapy is most often delivered alongside another licensed discipline (massage therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, osteopathy). Practitioners should be able to name their license or training credential. Before booking: ask about training hours, the awarding body, professional insurance, and how they coordinate with your medical care if relevant. Avoid anyone who promises a cure, advises stopping prescribed medication, or refuses to answer practical questions.
Source: IAHP
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Common reasons people seek craniosacral therapy in Columbus
Based on what practitioners in this city say they treat most. Each link leads to a full guide with the research evidence, what a session looks like, and safety considerations.
How to choose
- • Check the practitioner’s completed training and its awarding organisation.
- • Verify professional insurance and any regulated licence they claim.
- • Ask how they handle consent, safety screening, and coordination with medical care.
- • Avoid anyone who promises a cure or advises replacing necessary healthcare.