I came to see John after a 48 hour migraine. He was recommended to me by a friend he had treated for vertigo. John is very intuitive and a healer. I came in for my migraine and he also cleared other issues I never expected. After just a few treatments I am feeling better on many levels. Thank you John! read more

Where to start? John is beyond brilliant. It's been a while since I've had Craniosacral work -- and I'd forgotten how effective and relaxing it is. As others have said, he listens deeply (on many levels) to what the body-mind-spirit connection is showing him...and then goes in, gently, to help. He's a gifted healer - and also tenacious. I had some serious physical issues (muscle spasms) and John graciously went way over time to help. He just didn't/wouldn't give up until my grouchy muscles started to relax! Afterwards, he spent more time counseling me about castor oil packs, giving me materials to do them with, AND followed up via emails about the whole process. WOW. A healer myself, I tend to be pretty careful about who works with my body. In this case, I'm super-impressed. I'll be back. read more

John's calm nurturing energy is instantly healing and his work is unlike anything I've experienced before (and I've tried many forms of energy work over the years). He's steeped in a variety of practices and combines them so intelligently within his sessions to cater to your current needs. Over the past couple of years John's work has helped me to unwind mental/emotional blocks and realign myself with my desired trajectory in life. A session leaves me feeling decompressed from the weight of life and centered within myself. I've done sessions with John both in-person and virtually and to my surprise both mediums have proven to be equally effective. This confirmed to me that John really has a unique potent gift. read more

I was very intrigued about the CST. Little I knew about it. In fact, I only knew some details like that John would be holding my head, moving its bones very gently so that the nervous system could relax in order to remove the tension and start the healing process. I didn't want to go further on my research because I didn't want to expect to see results immediately. However, at least on my experience, I started to see results right there in the session. That, by the way, its amazing since you only have to laid down and do nothing! I loved it since I'm always busy doing something. I knew I was in good hands so I allowed my body, mind and spirit to unwind. I felt John´s hands holding the back of my head gently. It felt warm and very relaxing. Then, I started to have different sensations in different parts of my body. NO PAIN AT ALL only as if each one of my organs were waking up, working in harmony! I felt so in tuned with myself that I started having tears of joy. It was beautiful! I can say that John was more than 100% focused on my healing process. He has a strong loving energy. As I mention before. I wasn't expecting anything. However, it was ridiculously obvious that something very good was happening inside of my body. This is very personal but after a couple of weeks my body experienced a huge change and recovered from something I had been dealing with for the past 3 years. It is over now. I'm sure my recovery had something to do with the CST and of course thanks to Joh's who did the work. In short. Yes! I do recommend the CST with John. No doubt about it. Looking forward to my next session! read more

John has strong but gentle hands. During the session, John pinpointed the spot that was causing me physical discomfort, though I had not said anything about it because it wasn't a major concern. He is even more discerning about my whole well being, about spirit and the connection with the body. Above all, he's kind, open and supportive. I strongly recommend him! read more

In a word, amazing. I saw John a few weeks back and all I can say is you will feel so relaxed and just deeply still inside your body after treatment with him. Highly recommend! read more

I had a session with John and it was better than what I expected. John is very intuitive, he really listens and he is a phenomenal body and energy worker. My session was pretty magical, he was able to help me heal a deep rooted family issue that were stored in my tissues!!! He is very down to earth! read more

John is a true master and conduit of healing. Physically he's built for this work. Moreover, he took those natural gifts and heightened them with self-study and devoted practice. I'm fairly worldly and have seen countless doctors and alternative therapists, while seeing little change in my conditions. Yet in one session John was able to turn the tide for me in the areas I came in to address. Moreover, he resolved things I did not even think to address because I had accepted it as something I had to live with. I'll give a tangible example: a handful of acupuncturists have told me my tongue was scalloped and I have spleen deficiency. Yet the many acupuncture treatments never improved the deficiency. I did not tell John any of this. Nonetheless, in our 2nd session he found a point under my rib cage and held steady pressure there for a good while. It felt amazing, like an itch that really needed to be scratched. Later John said this is your spleen area. And a week later, my tongue scallops are barely noticeable. He created space in my body so my natural ability to heal came through and resolved issues I have had for 10 years. I call him a master because he effortlessly educates and passes on tangible ways to keep the body and heart open. In a session, I am able to understand myself emotionally, mentally and physically. He is professional, wise, fun, generous, thoughtful, and effective. I can rest easy and embrace physical limitations knowing there's a John & Craniosacral Clarity Practice to count on. read more

Entering the session with John with little information about the process or expectation for the outcome, I was pleased how quickly his touch conveyed that I was in good hands. Relaxing into his gentle touches and compressions, the body responded and there were several releases. Some were releases of muscular tensions and some were of something deeper, that felt almost "magical," lightening and freeing. It was my experience that John was a conduit of healing and I am grateful for the recommendation that led me to him. read more

An incredible and unique experience. I feel energized, centered and renewed--as if I've woken from a hundred-year nap. Can't wait to come back. read more

After my first session with John I felt like my nervous system was much more fluid while interacting with the world because it was communicating to itself in a very unique way. My senses were liberated from the focus of my own neural knots and I could walk about experiencing the world much more fully. Colors were more vibrant, sounds more detailed. I definitely recommend John for a nice reset button for the body. I'm excited for more sessions to see where it goes read more

Cranial Sacral is subtle but powerful work. John is intuitive, grounded, and patient. Sometimes is feels good just to be still and allow helping to happen. John does an amazing job facilitating this. I appreciate that he is also a yoga teacher and I think that definitely compliments this work. Thank you for a wonderful sesh! read more

John's place is cute, clean and welcoming. He is knowledgeable and professional and took the time to explain his technique and what to expect during and after my session. I felt comfortable and relaxed the whole time. Craniosacral therapy works and John definitely provides a unique and meaningful experience. Thank you for a great session! read more

I worked with John, initially, on healing my migraines (or at least reducing the severity). We did 3 sessions within a month. The physical sensation is like a light touch massage, although, for me at least, it's not a body "release" I feel after but an emotional one. Our sessions were incredibly transformational for me. Not simply in terms of the physical healing but also in how light and expanded I felt in the weeks afterwards. I went back recently and similarly feel "released". John also deeply listens and provides great feedback and suggestions during the work. He's fantastic. If you've been curious about craniosacral therapy, he is the one to work with! read more

While I have only had one session with John, it was an incredible experience and I plan on returning again and again! It was my first time receiving CST, and John was so intuitive about what I needed, my body just relaxed right into the work. read more

I'm a longtime fan and believer in the power of craniosacral, and John did not disappoint. He has a very intuitive, varied and empathetic approach and follows whatever the body is telling him. Release can either be physical or emotional and he rides with it in a kind, gentle and supportive way. Thank you John! I can't recommend you enough! read more

This was my first session with John Patterson. The therapist is very sincere and dedicated to his therapeutic discipline. He took the time to learn about my body before the session began and based on the information I shared with him he addressed those issues as part of the craniosacral therapy. The therapist was also very gentle and receptive to my body's responses. I found my level of relaxation was quiet high and continued for a day after the therapy. I would strongly suggest anyone in need of muscular and or skeletal therapy book a session with him. Geoffrey M read more

This review is much over due. John has the magic touch! Gentle but strong hands. He fixed my shoulder and I have been in good shape since. His place is nice and he really is passionate about his practice. John is the definition of a true healer. read more

I started seeing John due to an extreme muscle spasm in my neck (could not function normally, driving, computer work, turning to look off my right shoulder all caused extreme pain). After my first session with John I got immediate relief. Beyond the neck spasm, John has helped me with the curvature in my spine, the neural damage in my foot, and the three pinched nerves originating between L5/S1 in my spine traveling down my leg. Really amazing to be free of the neural pain. John is a healer, full of integrity and very kind. I feel completely at peace during the sessions which allows my body to heal that much faster. read more

Life changer - I was in severe back pain for three years. I had tried everything....physical therapy, massage, chiropractic, injections but it just got worse. Somehow I found John and decided to give craniosacral therapy a try, why not? I had tried everything else, nothing to lose. I surrendered to the process, which wasn't hard because it was a pain free process. I committed and went weekly for many months. The reason I went weekly is because it worked! Gradually the pain lifted as my body allowed the healing to take place. I became pain free! I know this sounds too good to be true but it is. Sometimes I get a bit of back pain (ie: sitting for jury duty all day) but I go to John and the pain is gone. I recommend John Patterson without reservation. He is truly a healer (or at least someone who directs your body to heal itself!). read more

Still on a cloud, days later! John is so fantastic. I have already recommended to all my coworkers who suffer back pain, and can't wait to go back myself :) read more

John brings an intuitive sensitivity and presence to create a healing vibration that resonates and endures long afterward. My sessions with him have been the deepest and furthest reaching of any body or energy work I've ever had. His gentle, soothing hands and voice communicate a listening, with which he applies his knowledge of different modalities. Truly unique and fine. read more

Yes! Yes! Yes! Found John while looking for yoga in my area. Husby has gone to him for 2 sessions and he hasn't been this relaxed and feeling "better" in many years. Planning on doing private yoga sessions with him as well. John is a very straight forward and honest---doesn't try to over sell anything--"I'm going to cure you" none of that but he did say ---"I won't make you feel worse" which for us is huge because after 10+ years of trying to get improvement some treatments in the past have made him feel worse. Way worse. Highly recommend, John. read more

John is a skilled practitioner, and I would consider his work more of a healing modality, than say a "massage" (though it is effective at relaxation as well). John uses a variety of techniques, some of which remind me of shiatsu, with its gentle stretching and pressure. It also reminded me of shiatsu in that I fell asleep a number of times during the session! Additionally, there is a sense of energy balancing. This latter may be an effect of "cranial-sacral" work, though as I say, John seems to be eclectic in his use of effective techniques. When the session was finished, there was a strong sensation of the body, with an accompanying sense of well-being. My feet felt really connected to the ground. I have some chronic back issues, and they basically disappeared for some weeks after the session. Wear loose clothing to the session; I wore a large t-shirt and flannel pajama pants, which worked well. Unfortunately, living in Northern California, I only have an opportunity to see John when I'm traveling. Never the less, I heartily recommend sessions with him. read more

John is an extraordinary healer! He was able to release my body from physical trauma due to overwork and strain, but also release emotional baggage that was stuck in my body. His touch is amazing and the way he holds space without force allows the body to really heal naturally. He works out of his home which has amazing energy and makes you feel immediately relaxed. Thank you so much for a wonderful session! read more

John is a caring and talented healer. He is sincere and generous with his time. If you are feeling a bit off but can't put your finger on what it is that is ailing you - or even if you can - John is a healer worth seeing. read more