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What is Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)? Fascia Release for Babies, Adults & Athletes with Shannon Livezey

53 min · 6. juli 2026
episode What is Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)? Fascia Release for Babies, Adults & Athletes with Shannon Livezey cover

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What exactly is CFT, and how can rewriting the tension in your body's fascia completely reset your nervous system?  In this episode of the Health by Haven Podcast, we welcome back Shannon Livezey, licensed massage therapist, bodywork expert, and owner of Avodah Massage Therapy. Shannon previously joined us on episode 63 to discuss massage therapy for nervous system regulation, and today she is back to give us the ultimate masterclass on Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT).  Inside this deep dive, we break down: * What is CFT?: Demystifying Craniosacral Fascial Therapy and how it differs from traditional massage. * The Power of Fascia Release: How releasing restrictions in the body’s connective tissue improves mobility and reduces chronic pain. * CFT for All Ages: Why this gentle modality is a game-changer for infants (including latch and sleep support), developing kids, and adults. * Athletic Performance: How athletes can utilize CFT to speed up recovery times and prevent injuries. Shannon and the team at Avodah Massage Therapy are dedicated to helping families live happy, pain-free, and regulated lives. Tune in to discover how this powerful modality can support your own healing journey! SUBSCRIBE to the Health by Haven podcast so you never miss an episode, and leave a review to help us spread holistic health education to more listeners! Join the Health by Haven Community: * Newsletter: Subscribe for Recipes & Health Tips [https://healthbyhaven.substack.com/subscribe] * Support the Show: Pledge your support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2374702/support]for less than a cup of coffee! * Instagram: @healthbyhaven [https://www.instagram.com/healthbyhaven/] * Website: healthbyhaven.com [http://healthbyhaven.com] Connect with Shannon:  * Book an appointment [https://www.avodahmassagetherapy.com/] or book the Back to Baseline Bundle [https://www.avodahmassagetherapy.com/store/p/back-to-baseline-package]! * Follow Avodah Massage on Instagram: @avodahmassage [https://www.instagram.com/avodahmassage/], @avodahmassage.lex [https://www.instagram.com/avodahmassage.lex/] & @shannonpoststhings [https://www.instagram.com/shannonpoststhings/] * Find a CFT practitioner near you: CFT Directory [https://www.craniosacralfascialtherapy.com/cft-practitioner-directory]  * Listen to Shannon’s first appearance: Episode 63 Massage Therapy, Holistic Health, & the Mind-Body Connection with Shannon Livezey, LMT, CPMT, CFT [https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nWPuzgsR12srcobbKDHT5?si=qYRGf2XhQjCztrUkJ27zTA] * Thank you to Avodah Massage Therapy for being the Season 5 Health by Haven Podcast Sponsor! Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2374702/support]

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What exactly is CFT, and how can rewriting the tension in your body's fascia completely reset your nervous system?  In this episode of the Health by Haven Podcast, we welcome back Shannon Livezey, licensed massage therapist, bodywork expert, and owner of Avodah Massage Therapy. Shannon previously joined us on episode 63 to discuss massage therapy for nervous system regulation, and today she is back to give us the ultimate masterclass on Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT).  Inside this deep dive, we break down: * What is CFT?: Demystifying Craniosacral Fascial Therapy and how it differs from traditional massage. * The Power of Fascia Release: How releasing restrictions in the body’s connective tissue improves mobility and reduces chronic pain. * CFT for All Ages: Why this gentle modality is a game-changer for infants (including latch and sleep support), developing kids, and adults. * Athletic Performance: How athletes can utilize CFT to speed up recovery times and prevent injuries. Shannon and the team at Avodah Massage Therapy are dedicated to helping families live happy, pain-free, and regulated lives. Tune in to discover how this powerful modality can support your own healing journey! SUBSCRIBE to the Health by Haven podcast so you never miss an episode, and leave a review to help us spread holistic health education to more listeners! Join the Health by Haven Community: * Newsletter: Subscribe for Recipes & Health Tips [https://healthbyhaven.substack.com/subscribe] * Support the Show: Pledge your support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2374702/support]for less than a cup of coffee! * Instagram: @healthbyhaven [https://www.instagram.com/healthbyhaven/] * Website: healthbyhaven.com [http://healthbyhaven.com] Connect with Shannon:  * Book an appointment [https://www.avodahmassagetherapy.com/] or book the Back to Baseline Bundle [https://www.avodahmassagetherapy.com/store/p/back-to-baseline-package]! * Follow Avodah Massage on Instagram: @avodahmassage [https://www.instagram.com/avodahmassage/], @avodahmassage.lex [https://www.instagram.com/avodahmassage.lex/] & @shannonpoststhings [https://www.instagram.com/shannonpoststhings/] * Find a CFT practitioner near you: CFT Directory [https://www.craniosacralfascialtherapy.com/cft-practitioner-directory]  * Listen to Shannon’s first appearance: Episode 63 Massage Therapy, Holistic Health, & the Mind-Body Connection with Shannon Livezey, LMT, CPMT, CFT [https://open.spotify.com/episode/1nWPuzgsR12srcobbKDHT5?si=qYRGf2XhQjCztrUkJ27zTA] * Thank you to Avodah Massage Therapy for being the Season 5 Health by Haven Podcast Sponsor! Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2374702/support]

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