Whole Person Healing
What is Whole Person Healing?
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Exactly what it says on the tin. I look at you and your life as one whole and complete entity. All of the many facets of yourself and your life impact on one another and all have an impact on your wellbeing, so I want to hear about ALL OF IT. Sometimes we become blinkered by what's in front of us and presume that our discomfort and suffering (physical or otherwise) are caused by one thing; sore shoulders from persistent desk work, for example. But often, there is much more going on than just the desk work. By taking a deep dive into your health, lifestyle, work and relationships, I'm able to get a full picture of what might be contributing to your symptoms and work with you to put together a totally bespoke treatment that targets the root cause. We're not talking about symptom management here, but true lasting transformation. I may also give you some suggested reading if I feel it's appropriate because there is no one healer that can 'fix you'. This is about you taking your power back and becoming more accountable for your own wellbeing in the long term so that you can enjoy a life with less suffering and more joy.
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What Modalities do I Make Use Of?
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With many years of hands on experience in the industry, I have a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and practice to draw upon. It may well be that one modality is right for you, but we can also consider using a combination of modalities to maximise your healing potential. Please read below the therapies I offer (this is especially important if you're looking for something specific such as Manual Lymphatic Drainage or Pregnancy Massage).
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Deep Tissue Massage
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Deep tissue massage focuses on the connective tissues as well as superficial muscles and can (although doesn't always) include the use of deeper pressure to achieve maximum relief. I will always work within your tolerance levels, so please don't be afraid of the treatment being painful, at absolute worst, you may experience some discomfort. If you're suffering from long-standing muscular pain, or recovering from an injury, this is the treatment for you.
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Swedish Massage
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One of the most well-known styles of massage, Swedish massage uses a variety of techniques to achieve overall wellbeing. Focus is on the superficial muscles and on releasing tension. I usually use blended essential oils for this treatment for additional healing benefits and a more sensory experience. If you're looking for relaxation, this massage is for you.
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Hot Stones Massage
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Basalt stones are known for their healing properties and are great for heat treatment as they retain their heat for longer than other stones. Heat can be used in two ways here; to relax the mind and body for a blissfully peaceful experience, or to relax the muscles in preparation for deeper work. Either way, it's a beautiful treatment to give and to receive. Add cold river stones for an immune boosting treatment.
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Pregnancy Massage
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Pregnancy is such a special time, where as women we sit in limbo between our old and new lives, our old and new selves. However, it can take quite a toll on multiple anatomical systems. This massage targets back pain, oedema (fluid) in the legs and ankles and tiredness in the feet. However, every massage is tailored to suit your particular needs and is curated to promote deep relaxation and a feeling of being held and nurtured.
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Hopi Ear Candling
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Ear candling is yet another ancient treatment that has been used in traditional medicine to ease ailments of the head, neck and throat. Soothing and relieving for sinus pain, tinnitus, allergic rhinitis, migraines, tension headaches, inner/middle ear inflammation. This treatment is deeply relaxing as the sound of the candles gently crackles in your ear, followed by a face and scalp massage to encourage natural drainage.
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage
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This highly specialist massage aims to increase the flow of lymph throughout the body. Lymph is infection fighting fluid that sits just under the surface of the skin, which is why this massage is so beautifully gentle. It detoxifies whilst providing deep relaxation. This treatment is particularly helpful for water retention/oedema or if lymph nodes have been compromised, but also helpful for sinus problems, anxiety, insomnia, IBS, and as recently researched and published, also helpful for recovery from Covid-19 and Long-Covid.
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Scar Tissue Management
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Scars form when the soft tissue has been subjected to trauma. This could be an accident where an injury to the soft tissue occurred or due to surgery. Sometimes, the way that a scar forms and the way that the soft tissue heals can result in unpleasant symptoms. You may experience heightened sensitivity (or lack of sensitivity/numbness), reduced mobility in the soft tissue, causing restriction in normal movement and the scar may have become adhered to the underlying tissue. There is also a psychological impact and it may be that the way you relate to that part of your body has changed.
Scar tissue management looks at you as a whole person. In treatment, I will use a variety of soft tissue techniques that a suitable for the stage of tissue healing you're at. We will usually start working around the scar before working on the scar itself, and we'll also explore how you relate to your scar as you go through the healing process.
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Mindfulness
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The power is always in the present moment. It's a simple, but not necessarily easy concept to integrate and practice in your everyday life. We can use mindfulness in a number of ways here. I may use guided meditation in our sessions if I feel you're having trouble getting out of the 'thinking mind' and dropping into the body to access deep relaxation, or if you're having difficulty quietening the mind chatter. Or if the root of your discomfort is psychological/emotional, it may be beneficial to integrate some coaching into your sessions, where we can explore the principles of mindfulness and learn practices you can use in your everyday life to maintain presence and balance.
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Reiki (coming soon)​
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​Reiki translates loosely as 'universal life force energy'. This modality is truly holistic in its approach in that it heals on the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual planes. Placing my hands slightly above or on the body, I channel universal life force energy through my hands and into the body of the client and the energy travels wherever it is required. Clients often report seeing colours, images, receiving messages, feelings of tingling, buzzing or pulsating and an overall feeling of deep, blissful, peaceful relaxation. If you're in need of more mental clarity, emotional balance, or a greater connection to yourself, others and spirit, this is for you.