About Me
I trained in Holistic Massage with Clare Maxwell-Hudson at her school in London. Clare was one of Britain's most respected teachers of massage and it was a privilege and an inspiration to have trained with her.
Having had a varied working career in business and fashion and latterly in Human Resources, I have always had an interest in taking responsibility for my own health and well-being. As is often the case, I first sought massage treatment for myself and from there decided to find out more about how massage can help with a wide range of conditions. From there it was easy to make the next step and train as a therapist and I can honestly say that this has been the most rewarding career I have had.
Qualifications:
ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage Therapy
Reiki - Stage II, Usui system
Red Cross First Aid for Appointed Persons Certificate
Professional Bodies and Insurance:
Registered with the Massage Training Institute (MTI), the Complimentary Therapists Association (CThA) and The Prince's Foundation of Integrated Health (FIH).
Regulated by the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CHNC)
Fully insured through Balens
Practice and experience
My technique is based on Swedish massage and I also integrate techniques from other forms - such as stretches and deep tissue work - to enhance and extend my treatment. I use Reiki energy as an integral part of my treatment. Most importantly, I adapt my approach and method to meet the needs of my clients, whether it is to release muscular tension or to help them relax.
I have massaged marathon runners, people recovering from injuries and operations, those suffering from sciatic pain, leg cramps and a wide range of back problems. I have also massaged pregnant women, and children.
The majority of my clients however, suffer from a range of muscular stress and tension especially in the upper back, neck and shoulders or in lower back and it is in these areas that I have tended to specialise.
Professional Development
Deep tissue massage techniques - Essentials for Health, London
Treating neck and shoulder problems - Holos Massage School, London
Maximum pressure, minimum strain - Holos Massage School, London
Soft Tissue Release - Essentials for Health, London
Delivering Complementary Therapy in a Statutory Setting - Federation of Integrated Health