De-Stress with a Massage, Aromatherapy or Reflexology Treatment

When we feel stressed and anxious we carry tension in our bodies causing aches and pains. I use massage, aromatherapy and reflexology in conjunction with psychological therapies to release the stress and tension.

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is the therapeutic use of essential oils to help deal with everyday stresses and emotional well-being. Essential oils, extracted from plants, are thought to possess distinctive properties, which may be used to improve overall emotional and spiritual health imbuing the user with a sense of relaxation and calmness.
In a typical aromatherapy session, the aromatherapist will ask questions about previous medical history, general health, wellbeing and lifestyle. This helps the practitioner to choose and blend the safest and most appropriate essential oils for the individual. The oils may be applied in combination with massage or the aromatherapist may suggest other methods.

What is aromatherapy helpful for?

Aromatherapy may be found to be helpful to those wanting to reduce everyday stress and so help with the ability to cope, relax and sleep. As well as being used in individual therapy sessions and at home, it is also used in a variety of settings, including hospitals and hospices. ​

Massage Therapy

In all types of massage therapy, the intention is to relax the soft tissues, increase delivery of blood and oxygen to the massaged areas, warm them, and help the body to relax.
In a typical massage therapy session, the practitioner will discuss symptoms, medical history and the desired results. The practitioner generally performs some evaluation through touch before beginning the massage. Oil or powder help reduce friction on the skin and the therapist may use other aids, such as ice, heat, fragrances, or machines.

What is massage therapy helpful for?

Massage may be found to bring relief from everyday aches, reduce stress, increase relaxation, address feelings of anxiety and tension, and aid general wellness. It can also be used in support of other therapies to assist in the rehabilitation of muscular injuries. ​

Reflexology

Reflexology is a complementary therapy based on the belief that there are reflex areas in the feet and hands which are believed to correspond to all organs and parts of the body. Some practitioners may also include work on points found in the face and ears. Reflexology works on an individual basis and may alleviate and improve symptoms such as everyday stress and tension.
During a typical reflexology session the reflexologist will take a detailed medical history. Sessions are usually performed in a comfortable chair or couch. If it is to be performed on the feet, the client will be asked to remove footwear and socks but other forms of reflexology require no removal of clothing.

 The practitioner will make a visual and tactile examination of the area to be worked before beginning the precise reflexology massage movements. The particular types of movements involved require the application of an appropriate pressure using the thumb and fingers.

What is reflexology helpful for?

Reflexology can be a wonderfully relaxing experience where you can take time out from everyday pressures. The therapist’s expert touch will help you relax which can help improve mood, aid sleep and relieve tension. The result is an overall sense of wellbeing.

Choosing a therapist

It is important to choose a qualified practitioner who has undertaken all the necessary training to understand the theory and practice of aromatherapy, massage therapy, reflexology and hypnosis.
You can check whether therapist is registered with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) by searching the register at www.cnhc.org.uk. By choosing a therapists registered with the CNHC you can be confident that they are properly trained, qualified and insured. 

After many years of seeing numerous highly qualified and highly thought of osteopaths, physiotherapists and massage therapists - most of whom were lovely people by the way, I've finally found someone who has really been able to specifically help me!

Through Judy's expertise, I now know how to help myself, which is fundamental to any treatment regime. She was able to treat me in a way that did not leave me sore and in pain for several days, but instead I felt freer and more upright.
Judy recommended important books and equipment that have really helped too. I'd say her treatments have been a breakthrough.' karen L