Interpretation of Children's drawings

Many children struggle with learning difficulties and can be disruptive in the classroom. This is not always

an indication of a lack of intelligence or laziness. Ironically these children often work harder and apply more

effort to their school work but struggle with things like auditory processing, retained cranial compressions

from birth difficulties, midline barriers and retained primitive reflexes. In some instances medication

may be helpful - however this does not always address the underlying causes. The interpretation of children’s

drawings can be helpful as a diagnostic support. Children can be quite succinct in their drawings about

their problems and what they are struggling with. Learning about the language of their drawings can provide

a deeper understanding and appreciation of their difficulties - and lend insight into appropriate therapies

and support. 

Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle but powerful treatment popular for healing a wide range of emotional and

physical conditions in adults and children.  The easing of the child's stresses, and the increased vitality and

well-being that Craniosacral Therapy can bring are welcome at any time in the child's development.

Lynn Shorthouse  RCST BA Hons CQSW ITEC qualified as a CranioSacral therapist 15 years ago and has been practicing, supervising and teaching it ever since. She has tutored at the Karuna institute and CTET in London. She originally trained in child protection and then lectured at Bristol University where she managed child care services. By combining meditation practice. CranioSacral therapy and awareness process Lynn enables people receiveing treatment to make deeper connections. Lynn particularly enjoys working with families, infants and young people. www.lynnshorthouse.co.uk

Ray Lacey RCST  Dip FA  Dip GD,  studied Graphic Art (Fine Art) at the Natal Technikon in Durban and Graphic Design at Wits Technikon. He lectured at Wits Technikon on illustration techniques and then worked as a freelance illustrator and designer for advertising agencies, design studios and magazines for over 12 years. In 2001 he qualified as a CranioSacral practitioner and works primarily with children. He has spent the last 7 years exploring the relationship between therapy and art. In 2010 he wrote, illustrated and produced his first children’s storybook featuring psychosocial support for AIDS orphans. www.craniosacral-art.com.

Starts Sunday evening  20.00hrs  17th February - 16.00 hrs Tuesday 19th February 2013

facilitated by: LYNN SHORTHOUSE  &  RAY LACEY

at BODI KHAYA RETREAT CENTRE HERMANUS Cape Town South Africa.

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