Brian Tierney is an instructor for Body Intelligence, the international biodynamic cst training group. In today's interview we get to hear about Brian's background in the healing arts, including doctorate study in psychology, and learn more about his involvement with Body Intelligence trainings.
Welcome to The Craniosacral Podcast!
Do you love cranial work? If so, you’ve come to the right place! It is my goal to help you integrate craniosacral therapy into your professional life in an authentic and meaningful way.
This podcast ran continuously from 2015-2021, largely featuring interviews with prominent practitioners and teachers in the field. Also included are live classroom recordings and a few meditations. Much of the content elaborates on timeless principles, so jump right in and I hope you find it useful!
-Ryan Hallford
Episode 19 – Robyn Scherr – Developing a Healthy Business Mindset
Robyn Scherr, an Upledger-trained therapist, shares with us the elements of a healthy business mindset that have helped her build a busy CST practice, and discusses with Ryan the current political environment in our field.
Episode 18 – Cator Shachoy – Left/Right Brain, Pediatrics, TMJ, and more
Cator Shachoy and Ryan Hallford cover a wide range of topics in this fun interview. The conversation starts at right/left brain dynamics, and then branches into pediatrics, verbal skills, the midline, mind/body dynamics, practice building, spiritual iconography, TMJ issues, and more.
Episode 17 – Q&A – Pitfalls on the Craniosacral Path
Ryan Hallford discusses three potential sticking points along the career path of the craniosacral therapist: zealotry, disillusionment, and stagnation.
Episode 16 – Nina Davis – Practical Tips for Working with Babies and Mothers
Nina Davis is one of the most visible pediatric craniosacral practitioners in the Austin area. Today you will find out why, as she shares some insights into clinical work and the importance of professional relationships in establishing a successful practice.
Episode 15 – Caitlin Lyon – Her CST Journey, Teachers, and Practice Building
Today I'm happy to introduce you to Caitlin Lyon, a BCST practitioner in Solvang, California. Caitlin shares with us her journey through the work, foray into acupuncture, and current approach to professionalism and practice building.
Episode 14 – Michael Shea – Vignettes on Head Trauma
In this special episode we go into Michael Shea's classroom to learn about his current approach to head trauma.
Episode 13 – Andrew Stones Revisited
Back by popular demand, Andrew rejoins us to discuss his teachers, esoteric aspects of manual therapy, craniosacral politics, and a heckuva lot more …
Episode 12 – Michael Shea – The Heart, Stillness, and Embodied Compassion
This episode features an interview excerpt from the Whole Being Films DVD “The Heart: Stillness and Embodied Compassion”
Episode 11 – Christian Current – Our Man in the Field Geeks Out on Biodynamics
Christian Current relates his experience of a Franklyn Sills post-grad training, discusses the realities of clinical work, and cracks Ryan up.











