The Next Evolution in Fascial Counterstrain - A True Game Changer
- Coach Izzy
- 6 hours ago
- 3 min read
Life does know how to throw curveballs.
Or maybe it’s only the conflict between our quest for growth and our desire for stability what gives that illusion. Growth demands change, and that change is usually something we couldn’t have foreseen.
That’s what I realized as I wrapped up the Fascial Counterstrain for the Central Nervous System Part 1 module, the latest and most advanced module available only to the most advanced clinicians in our field. The best part of the experience was having Brian Tuckey himself—the innovator of the Fascial Counterstrain System—leading the course.
Many of my colleagues had mentioned how a specific class was a game changer for them and made them adjust their services, but that was never my experience. When I eventually changed my services, it was because the net accumulation of changes in the modality and the new skills I acquired demanded a new structure, not because of any single particular class.
That changed the weekend of March 13-15, 2026, as I got acquainted with the intricacies of neuroinflammation in the central nervous system, and what draining it entailed. It became evident, then, why they made the module exclusive to the most advanced practitioners.
The way the central nervous system potentially reacts as the neuroinflammation affecting it gets drained demands that the therapist be ready to act with confidence and speed. This happened in class multiple times, as surprised participants realized they had been carrying this inflammation for years, maybe even decades. Thankfully, we had an excellent group of Teaching Assistants (TAs) and Brian Tuckey to guide us through the most severe reactions.
That’s why I’m revamping my services. Considering that the majority of cases I welcome are complex, I cannot in good conscience allow only one or two sessions in different months, not when the central nervous system is involved. Treatment of the central nervous system involves more than allowing the body to reveal its layers—it involves treating those emerging layers immediately lest the patient experiences severe reactions from incomplete work. From this point on, all new patients are required to have a minimum of three sessions within a ten-day span.
And no, this doesn’t mean that you’ll react severely. If you receive Fascial Counterstrain on a regular basis, your body is less likely to react. The same cannot be said of brand-new cases, but properly spaced sessions should prevent any unpleasantness. The reactions observed in class are usually the result of the immense amount of work received in a short period, the circadian rhythm disruptions that accompany travel, and difficulty accessing the restful state that allows the body to process its changes. It’s something we know and accept, but being advanced practitioners helps us take care of each other.
That’s why I’m so grateful for Shelley Cahn, my lab partner. The two of us took care of each other during the times our bodies started reacting, and we helped each other understand the material. Her superb skills helped make this class an incredible experience.
As to me, I’m already implementing the changes and they will affect you only if there’s central nervous system involvement. This is one of the most pivotal moments in how I practice, and you’ll be the biggest winner as you’ll be getting more bang for your buck.
What an incredible time to be a Counterstrain Therapist!
I love reading these. You’re excitement has me itching for my next appointment!