NOTE: Spiral Path Therapies has moved to Columbus, OH! Hannah is attending the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Ohio State with the hopes of becoming a trauma-informed pelvic floor therapist. Their practice is closed. The product line is still available on Etsy and at Kindred Market in Athens, OH.

Spiral Path Therapies is the Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy practice & herbal remedy product line of Hannah Simonetti, RCST®. Read on for more information!

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What is the Spiral Path?

The name Spiral Path Therapies refers to the concept that “healing is a spiral path,” as opposed to a linear process. As we walk the long road toward our highest health, it often feels as though we are repeatedly doubling back, facing the same patterns & underlying issues again and again. Rather than seeing this process as a linear “one step forward, two steps back,” it is important to remember that we spiral inward on the healing path, ever closer to our center. Each time we address an old behavioral pattern or a health issue that seems to keep arising, we address it at a new, deeper level. When we face that pattern head-on, we reinforce our strength and our health. Every time we overcome the old pattern, we set more deeply into place the new, healthy patterns we choose for ourselves. We take a step closer to the vibrant self that lies at the center of the labyrinth. It is a challenging path that requires the courage to dive into the most hidden, unconscious parts of ourselves, but it is the only true path to wellness that I know. Will you walk the Spiral Path with me?

NOTE: Spiral Path Therapies has moved to Columbus, OH! Hannah is attending the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Ohio State with the hopes of becoming a trauma-informed pelvic floor therapist. Their practice is closed. The product line is still available on Etsy and at Kindred Market in Athens, OH.

Hannah Simonetti, RCST (they/them) is a Registered Craniosacral Therapist and herbalist in Columbus, Ohio. Spiral Path Therapies is the umbrella under which they have gathered their offerings: their Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) practice and a line of herbal products.

Hannah is driven by the idea that “healing is a spiral path” as opposed to a linear process. They pour into their BCST practice an intuitive and empathic nature, personal experience of healing from 12 years of chronic pain, a deep passion for trauma resolution, and an unshakable belief in the body’s power to heal itself. Hannah adores this modality for its safe, gentle approach to healing trauma, and the way it can create fast and long-lasting shifts in chronic pain patterns.

Hannah is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner-in-training. They are a student of a trauma resolution modality called Somatic Experiencing (SE), which has been instrumental in their own recovery from chronic pain and nervous system dysregulation. They are excited to incorporate SE principles into craniosacral sessions, and are confident this will help facilitate even deeper nervous system healing in their clients.

To their herbal products, Hannah brings nearly a decade of herbal study, including 2.5 years working and learning under esteemed Clinical Herbalist, Caty Crabb. Their knowledge of plants’ uses, years of professional medicine-making experience, and attention to detail all contribute to the high quality and effectiveness of their formulas. Their favorite element of herbal medicine is recipe development, as it’s where they get to play with the combination of delicious flavors, potent ingredients and luxurious textures. The line includes handcrafted products ranging from herbal skincare, to first aid salves, to natural makeup.

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) is a form of energy work that deeply relaxes the nervous system, allowing the body to release tension, resolve long-held trauma patterns, improve alignment, recover from injuries, let go of anxiety and stress, and relieve pain.

BCST works on several layers of the body: the tissue layer, the fluid layer, and the energetic layer. Together, the attention of the practitioner and the trust of the client create a safe field that allows the natural, ever-present Health of the client’s system to emerge. That Health expresses by resolving physical and emotional tension patterns held in the body, which then frees up energy in the body that was previously used to stabilize the tension forces. Over time, the client feels a noticeable difference in their experience. This may include an increased sense of wellness, more awareness of their body, and more energy to put toward the pursuit of the life they desire.

Many of my clients see me for pain: chronic pain patterns, acute discomfort, and old or recent injuries. I have been able to help folks with shoulder, back, hip, knee, ankle, and wrist pain; headaches and neck pain; jaw pain and tension. Often, clients receive immediate relief after a single session. For longer-standing challenges, regular sessions may be required to make lasting changes in the client’s system.

I also enjoy working with folks who are experiencing emotional symptoms, especially anxiety and stress patterns due to trauma. Clients report that my work helps them to feel less stressed, more able to relax, and more embodied. So many of us live most of our lives in Fight or Flight mode, with our sympathetic nervous system activated to prepare us for threats that never seem to dissipate. Over time, regular BCST sessions can help re-wire the brain to feel safe relaxing. This will eventually create a deep sense of safety that can drastically improve the quality of someone’s life.

What to Expect:

The Craniosacral Therapy session takes place on a massage table. You remain clothed for the entire appointment. You should wear clothing that you’re comfortable lying down in.

The session is like a facilitated relaxation session. I place my hands lightly on various stations on your body in order to “listen” to what is happening in the tissues, fluids, and energy of your system. You may feel as though your body is very heavy, notice energy moving in your body, have twitches, or experience other physical sensations. You may feel as though you are in a dream-state, or even fall asleep. Most people find this to be extremely relaxing, and feel deeply nourished after getting off the table. 

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