Instructor: Lauren Christman, LMT, assisted by Richard Polishuk, LMT; NCBTMB #450788-08
Ida Rolf used to talk about freeing a structure “from above” as well as “from below”. Most treatment of the TMJ involves strategies “from below”: working with the muscles that surround the mandible. This is extremely useful for joint function and position, as we learned in the Essentials of Intraoral course.
However, for some of us, the base of the skull itself (the "cranial base") is unbalanced, creating an asymmetric platform for the joints. With intraoral work, we have wonderful access to this area. In this class we'll review the anatomy and function of the cranial base, and learn how to assess and balance the occiput, temporal bones, sphenoid, dural membranes and sub-occipital muscles.
The manual technique is gentle, specific and highly effective, allowing you to work with people who have recent trauma or acute pain. Some techniques will be from within the mouth; some will be external, allowing for varied treatment goals. The instructors have a wide background in structural, cranial and orthopedic methods, and are committed to bridging with various learning styles and individual backgrounds.
Enrollment is limited to ensure a good student-teacher ratio and there is ample in-class exchange time.
Prerequisite: Endorsement to practice intraoral work. Those therapists who have previous intraoral classwork, but are not endorsed may attend class with prior approval from the instructor. Please contact Lauren at: lauren@craftedtouch.com.
What to Bring: Please see the class description on the Therapeutic Training Center's Website for details.
Registration Options: We are offering these two intraoral classes at a discounted group rate if you register for both classes at once, versus taking each individual class. If you would like to register for just one or both days, please click on the following links to register, otherwise continue on to register for this class. Please note that by taking both days of class, you save $40.
- Breathe Easier: Advanced Intraoral for the Sinuses & Airway (Seattle April 25, 2026) - 8 hours
- TMJ from Above: Advanced Intraoral for the Cranial Base (Seattle April 26, 2026) - 8 hours
Class Dates: April 26, 2026
Class Times: Sunday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Seattle -- Please click on the this link to go to the class description on the Therapeutic Training Center's website for the class details, to include the location.
Cost: $220
Cost/Hour: $27.50/hr
CE Hours: 8
For other classes offered by Lauren Christman, click HERE and for Richard Polishuk, click HERE.
For more information, and to register, please contact:
Robbin Blake
Therapeutic Training Center
P: 206.853.6875
info@theratraining.com
www.theratraining.com
