Holistic Massage
Holistic massage combines a wide range of massage techniques and each massage is tailored to you and your individual needs. I work holistically with the aim of helping balance and benefit all systems of the body.
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While physically releasing tension from muscles and soft tissue, the techniques are also known to slow breathing and have a positive effect on stress and anxiety by calming the autonomic nervous system and counteracting the negative effects of adrenalin. In addition, massage can help produce endorphins and generally encourage deeper, more relaxed breathing, lowering blood pressure and improving digestion.
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You are massaged with oil on my massage couch covered by strategically-placed towels, perhaps even a hot water bottle on cold feet.
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My clients typically report a sense of either calmness or rejuvenation after a massage treatment.
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60 mins - £60.00; 90 mins - £80.00
Pregnancy & Post Natal Massage
Pregnancy massage is a gentle form of massage adapted to allow for physical changes in the Mum-to-be, allowing her to rest and relax in a safe environment.
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Pregnancy massage can help with mood and can relieve some of the typical discomforts of pregnancy including back ache, cramps and swelling.
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Before your massage we complete a consultation discussing any potential risks or contraindications to massage.
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You will be treated on my massage couch, carefully positioned with pillows and supports.
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Once your baby is born I know how difficult it can be to find time for yourself so I'm happy for you to bring your baby along, perhaps bringing a friend who can babysit in my lounge.
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60 mins - £60.00; 90 mins - £80.00
Indian Head Massage
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Indian head massage is an ancient form of massage linked to Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of India, and has been practised in the Indian subcontinent for over 1,000 years.
While fully clothed and seated, the client receives massage to the head, neck, shoulders and upper back. Many of the techniques are similar to Swedish massage however there is an important focus on marma points. Marma points are thought to be energy centres where a person may be deplete in energy or have an excess of energy. Indian Head Massage aims to bring this energy into balance.
This is typically a dry massage but there is the option to have warm oil applied to the scalp and hair. It is a deeply relaxing treatment and clients should benefit from a reduction in mental and physical fatigue, tension headaches and eyestrain while seeing improved concentration and focus and better sleep.
45 mins - £45
Adapting Massage to Cancer
I have received specialist training in adapting massage to cancer, in particular the on-going risks of Lymphoedema, Deep Vein Thrombosis and Bone Metastases.
The massage I offer is safe and gentle with the aim of supporting you and bringing you respite and relaxation during and after your cancer treatment.
Before moving from London I was a clinical massage therapist with Full Circle Fund Therapies at St George's Hospital where I massaged adult inpatients undergoing treatment on their haematology and oncology wards, including the bone marrow transplant unit.
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30 mins - £30; 60 mins - £60.00