Karen Axelrod, MA, CST-D, CMT, is a certified somatic therapist specializing in CranioSacral Therapy. She teaches CST internationally for the Upledger Institute and maintains a private practice in Redondo Beach, CA. Karen’s work is influenced by current research on somatic psychology, mind-body medicine, neurobiology, mindfulness, anatomy, and physiology. By empowering clients to take charge of their body and understand its self-healing capabilities, she helps to uncover the mental, emotional, and physical blocks that are keeping one from their true healing — and living — potential. Her passion is helping clients connect to inner resources necessary for healing body, mind, and spirit.