As a holistic therapist my role is to support the whole of you – mind, body and soul, to encourage your body to balance and heal itself.

Holistic therapy works wonderfully alongside conventional medicine and other therapy such as counselling, but if you have any major health concerns, I will always advise you to check with your GP before starting sessions with me.

I may also advise you to seek alternative or additional therapy (such as physio) if I feel unable to offer you appropriate help.

If this is not possible, then fortnightly or monthly can still be beneficial, but may take longer to achieve the same outcome. Having said that, sometimes one session can be enough to “reset” mind and body.

For Reiki you will be asked to remove shoes, for Reflexology I will need to work on your bare feet. With Indian head massage it can be helpful to wear a vest top or similar, and for body massage it is necessary to remove clothing down to underwear.

Many people go into a deeply relaxed, meditative state throughout, and this can be the best way to get full benefit from your session. You can of course talk at any point if you wish to.

Tension, pain and discomfort is often released during a session, so it’s usual to feel lighter, looser and altogether better. Sometimes as the body has been encouraged to go into ‘healing mode’ by easing tense muscles, releasing toxins and negative energy, you may temporarily experience headache, general aches and pains, and even feel groggy for a day or so.

It’s a good idea to drink plenty of water and rest. Try tuning in to listen to what your body needs.

It is worth asking your insurance company whether they cover other therapies too.

In line with government advice, I am now taking bookings. I’d like to reassure you that I will adhere to strict AoR Hygiene and Covid Secure Workplace Policy, in line with government guidelines.

I have completed a Coronavirus Awareness course and work responsibly at all times, applying risk assessment, helping us all to stay safe and well.