Saturday, 11th October 2025 | Solas Bhríde Centre, Kildare

Join Us for the Inaugural CranioSacral Ireland Annual Conference

CranioSacral Ireland is delighted to invite members, practitioners, and guests to our very first Annual Conference under our new identity. This special event marks the official launch of our rebrand — a day to learn, connect, reflect, and celebrate together.

A Day of Inspiration and Renewal

Set in the tranquil surrounds of the Solas Bhríde Centre & Hermitages in Kildare, the conference will bring together experienced voices in craniosacral therapy, trauma, healing, and somatic practice. We warmly welcome you to be part of this landmark event in our association’s journey. Celebrate the launch of CranioSacral Ireland with us. Connect with peers. Expand your understanding. Renew your practice.

Keynote Speakers


Jane Shaw BCST – Return to Health: A BCST Approach to Chronic Health Conditions
A respected therapist, trainer and creator of SIMPLE Listening™, Jane brings insight into the autonomic nervous system and support for those living with autoimmune and chronic conditions.

 


David McCauley VCSW® – The Heart of Listening: Cultivating Stillness for Therapeutic Presence. A physiotherapist and faculty member of the Milne Institute, David brings over 20 years of somatic and contemplative practice. This session invites therapists to explore inner stillness as a foundation for deeper therapeutic connection.

 


Maria Miniter RCN RNID CST-D – Raising the Bar as a Therapist: Creative Approaches to Supporting Ourselves and Our Clients. A highly experienced nurse and CST-D therapist, Maria brings a unique blend of clinical and deep therapeutic insight. With a strong interest in supporting infants, children, and those on the ASD spectrum, she invites therapists to reflect on self-care, personal growth, and creative approaches to enhancing client support.

Group Experiential Session

 

Ruth Smith BCST & Sadhbh O’Sullivan – The Embodied Voice: Singing in Connection

This unique group session blends voice, movement, and somatic awareness to explore the healing power of song and shared expression.

Ruth Smith is a multi-disciplinary artist, educator, and therapeutic bodyworker whose work integrates music, arts outreach, voice, social justice, and trauma-informed yoga, somatics, and bodywork.
Sadhbh O’Sullivan is a songwriter, community musician, and somatic movement teacher with expertise in singing for mental wellbeing, lung health, and chronic pain management.

Together, Ruth and Sadhbh bring a rich blend of experience in trauma-informed music, movement, and therapeutic practice. This welcoming and creative session invites participants to reconnect with breath, body, and voice — supporting nervous system regulation, authentic expression, and community connection.

And yes — it promises to be a lot of fun too, while beautifully reflecting the conference’s commitment to presence, integration, and holistic healing.

Full-Day Programme Highlights

  • Registration from 8:45am
  • Three keynote presentations
  • Group experiential session
  • Food: Lunch, tea & coffee breaks included
  • Annual General Meeting (Members only)
  • Time in the serene gardens and reflective spaces at Solas Bhríde

Ticket Information

  • Subsidised Member Ticket: €60
  • Subsidised Student Member Ticket : €40
  • Non-Member Ticket: €90

Includes all sessions, refreshments, lunch, and a branded conference pack.

How to Register

  • Members Tickets can be purchased now via the Events & Courses tab of your Membership Account. A Member only presale is now open until 1st August. After this date, any remaining tickets will go on general sale — open to the wider public, including those interested in CST, considering it as a study path, or exploring it as a healing practice.
    Early registration is strongly encouraged, as capacity is limited and we anticipate high demand.
  • Non-Members You can register your interest now by completing this short form.
    Places will be offered from 1st August, subject to availability, on a first-come, first-served basis, once the exclusive member registration window has closed.

 

Our Venue: Solas Bhríde Centre & Hermitages

Nestled in the heart of Kildare, Solas Bhríde is a place of stillness and inspiration. The Cill Dara Room, with circular design and natural light, offers the perfect setting for reflection, learning, and connection. Guests can also enjoy walking the labyrinth, peaceful gardens, and sacred oak grove.

 

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