Gentle, Intuitive Healing for People & Horses in West Cork
Are you or your horse struggling with stress, tension, pain, or emotional blockages? Craniosacral healing therapy is a gentle, hands-on technique that helps release deep restrictions in the body, promoting balance, relaxation, and overall well-being.
Based in Ardfield, West Cork, Quirine offers craniosacral healing sessions for both humans and horses, providing a safe and supportive space for the body to heal naturally.
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About Quirine Franken
Hi, I’m Quirine Franken, a dedicated craniosacral healer based in Ardfield, West Cork, specializing in both human and equine healing. My journey into holistic therapies began many years ago, driven by a deep fascination with the body’s natural ability to heal and a lifelong connection with animals.
My Background & Training
I have always been drawn to alternative healing methods, and my path led me to craniosacral therapy, a gentle, effective approach that works with the body’s rhythms and deep tensions. After first finishing my training for craniosacral therapy for horses, I decided to add the human side too. During the past years, I grew my knowledge through ongoing different healing modalities and hands-on experience. Last year I also finished my yoga teacher training. My background also includes years of working with horses and people, observing their movement and emotional well-being. This has given me a unique ability to listen to what the body communicates—whether in humans or animals—and facilitate the release of tension and stress.
My Approach
I believe in a gentle, intuitive, and non-invasive approach. Every person and every horse is unique, which is why I tailor each session to what is needed at that moment. My aim is to create a safe and calming space where deep relaxation, emotional balance, and physical healing can take place naturally.
What is Craniosacral Healing?
Craniosacral healing therapy is a non-invasive, holistic treatment that works with the body’s natural rhythms to release tension and restore balance. Using light touch, this therapy helps improve nervous system function, ease pain, and support emotional and physical healing.
Craniosacral healing therapy is beneficial for a wide range of issues, including:
✔️ Stress & anxiety
✔️ Chronic pain, back & neck discomfort
✔️ Headaches & migraines
✔️ Emotional trauma or energy blockages
✔️ Stiffness, inflammation, or mobility issues (for horses)
By working with the craniosacral system—which includes the skull, spine, and sacrum—this therapy gently encourages the body to self-correct and heal at its own pace.
