Oriental & Spiritual influence

£40  Meaning "universal life force energy", this holistic treatment enhances the body’s natural ability to rebalance itself based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch to activate the natural healing processes. Reiki works on the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit; evoking feelings of relaxation, peace and well-being.   

£60  

Reflexology  works on the reflex points of the feet that correspond to specific areas and organs in the body. Reflexology is excellent for reducing stress, anxiety tension and pain  improving your health and well- being,  including allergies; back pain and sciatica; female conditions including PMT and menopause; headaches and migraines; IBS and digestive conditions; and skin conditions including eczema & psoriasis.

£55/ 35 Hopi Ear Candle 

A form of alternative medicine that has been practiced for thousands of years. The heat from the candle helps to remove the ear wax. The candles work on a chimney principle, drawing any impurities to the surface where they can be gently removed. They equalise the pressure in the head and ears, making them suitable for most conditions. Hopi ear candles are often used to help remove excess wax, relieve blocked sinuses, sinusitis, hay fever, headaches, migraines and post cold symptoms. This treatment can be done in 30 minutes or one hour. The one-hour treatment will include a facial point massage which will drain any build up of lymphatic fluid within your face. This gentle light massage will enhance circulation delivering oxygen, reducing puffiness and overall giving the skin a fresher and youthful look.

£40  The  treatment focuses on the scalp, neck, shoulders. It's great for  stress, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis. Also improves circulation which, in turn, increases energy levels and detoxifies the body by stimulating lymphatic drainage.

£60 RLD is an award winning reflexology technique which focuses on stimulating the lymphatic reflexes on the feet. The aim is to cause an effect on the lymphatic system in the body. It  is a  innovative technique focusing on stimulating the lymphatic system which underpins the bodies ability to heal and stay healthy. RLD is also very effective for  conditions  such as Arthritis, Lymphoedema, Odema, Asthma, Eczema, chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, ME,  Sinus problems, Migraines,  Headaches Muscular tension,  Aches and pains and  Premenstrual Syndrome.

Contraindications  : RLD is NOT SUITABLE for clients with Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Kidney failure Cellulitis  

Reflexology for Menopause £60

Menopause is a time to pause and reframe. Menopause and Peri Menopause is a completely natural process, and everyone's experience is unique. 

This can be a difficult time for women with varying symptoms. The most common symptoms include hot flushes; night sweats; low libido; poor concentration; depression; fatigue; mood swings and insomnia.

I have trained with London-based tutor Sally Earlam; a reflexologist for twenty-three years and a specialist for the Association of Reflexologists. 

Reflexology can support women going through this transition in a physical, mental and emotional sense; helping to identify health system imbalances and then working on areas which need attention. Menopausal Reflexology training focuses on a unique technique to help ease menopause symptoms; work on key areas of the feet including the pituitary, hypothalamus, adrenals, pineal and vagus nerve which can help restore balance to the endocrine system.

Reflexology will optimise physical and mental wellbeing; lower stress and help you feel calmer; improve sleep; address hormonal imbalance; and better regulate the peripheral nervous system. Calming the nervous system will help alleviate menopause symptoms.  

"Chronically elevated cortisol (stress) increases the likelihood of severe menopause symptoms" [Cagnacci et al 2011 Menopause, 18,2,273-8]

Reflexology clients who are able to take on lifestyle changes tend to achieve the best results. Clients will be asked to look at ways to support the process by considering the Five Pillars of Menopause - diet, exercise, relaxation, sleep and purpose. This can be discussed at the consultation process and supported with further information. 

References

There are many trials on this subject; stress and the menopause.

"Peri menopause, women who participated in organised relaxation has 30% reduction in hot flushes, a drop in tension, anxiety, depression, fewer mood swings and more stable emotions." [Alice Domar PHD Harvard University]

"Regular reflexology for menopause women helped reduce depression during this transition." [Mahdavippur F et al (2019)]

 "The effects of Reflexology on sleep disorder in menopausal women concluded that Reflexology is an effective therapy for sleep disorders and hot flushes in menopause." [Astloghiri M, Ghodsi Z - Social and Behavioral Sciences Volume 31 2012 pg 242-246]