Robert Monk DC, CSCP

Curriculum Vitae

Experience

Currently primary doctor of Gentle Chiropractic Office from 1987 to present. This office combines Sacro-Occipital Technique, a non-forceful method of locating and reducing nerve irritation, with massage therapy to relax muscles and reduce painful conditions.

Dr. Robert Monk, a certified SOT instructor and Craniopath, is a founding member of SOTO-USA.  He is the author of the SOT Level 1&2 Manuals, the Extremity Manual, and the Cranial Manuals 1, 2, and 3.

Education

1984-87
Attended New York Chiropractic College, earning degree of Doctor of Chiropractic.
1982
Graduated from the Swedish Institute of Massage Therapy.
1967-71
Attended the State University of New York at Binghamton earning Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Humanities.
2003
Presently enrolled in British Institute of Homeopathy Certification program.

Professional License

Licensed in Chiropractic in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Also licensed in Massage Therapy in New York State.

Certification

Currently holds Advanced Certification in Cranio-Sacral Technique, Sacro-Occipital Technique and Receptor-Tonus Trigger Point Technique.

Teaching Experience

1984-85
Instructor in Pathology, Physiology, and Neurology at the Swedish Institute
1993-1997
New Center for Wholistic Health (1986-88), and Connecticut Center of Massage Therapy
2001- PRESENT
Instructor for Sacro Occipital Technique Organization –USA, SOT and Cranial Techniques
Frequent lecturer, author, and seminar leader for New York State Society of Medical Massage Therapists

Associations

Sacro-Occipital Technique Organization-USA (Board of Directors)
SORSI
American Chiropractic Association (Board of Directors)
ACA Council on Diagnostic Imaging
Chiropractic Federated Societies of NY