Counselling & Shiatsu

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  • Shiatsu for Sleep issues, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu for Sleep issues, Exeter, Devon

    If you suffer from fatigue, insomnia, or any sleep or energy related issues you may want to try Shiatsu. This gentle but powerful hands-on therapy looks to balance the energy in the body, to re-balance the body. When the body is in balance sleep can come more easily, energy levels can be higher & the body clock is more settled.

    There are a number of things that are worth trying if you suffer with sleep or energy levels. There are the more obvious things; cutting out caffeine, cutting down on sugar & alcohol, eating earlier in the evening, staying away from screens near to bed time.

    Shiatsu is based in Traditional Chinese Medicine. (TCM) This provides further suggestions that may be of help; meditation, eating fish & sea vegetables, sitting & stillness, some cardio exercise. It is possible to give individual lifestyle & exercise recommendations as part of a session of Shiatsu.

    Shiatsu may be able to help. A session is an hour with at least 45 minutes of hands-on work. At the very least Shiatsu provides a space away from daily life, it is a chance to relax, or at least feel how that may feel! It is deeply relaxing & allows the body & mind to rest but it is also energizing & can leave the client with higher energy levels.

    Shiatsu is also a very supportive & confidential space where it is completely OK to feel how you feel & be how you want to be. This can provide a sense of relief & release alongside a sense of being held & supported.

    Clients have mentioned that they have felt a buzz after a treatment that has lasted for sometime. They have had deeper sleep than normal, they have change the times that they wake, they have woken less regularly. They have felt less fatigue & mental strain. They have felt mentally able to manage their situation more, make changes or achieve what they would like to with ease.

    I’m always happy to talk Shiatsu so do get in touch with any questions or queries, if you would like to know more or would like to discuss if Shiatsu may be able to help you.

    I work in Exwick, Exeter. I offer appointments most days, some evening appointments.

    xx

  • Shiatsu for Stress and Anxiety – Exwick, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu for Stress and Anxiety – Exwick, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu is a very supportive & nurturing form of hands-on therapy so can really help support a client suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Depression or other mental strain.

    As Shiatsu is a hands-on therapy it approaches the situation from a different angle to ‘talking therapies.’ Our bodies hold our stresses & strains, whether physical, mental or emotional. Rather than talking through their concerns a client can relax & feel how they feel. Physically working the body can lead to emotional release & relief, that maybe harder to come by through talking or discussion.

    Shiatsu provides a safe & open environment that allows a client to relax & just be. There are no expectations or demands. The space is held for the client to explore how they feel, to the extent that they feel happy to.

    I offer Shiatsu in Exwick, Exeter, where I have a wooden cabin in the garden.

    Do have a look at my Facebook page. You may want to like the page to keep up to date with offers & events.

    Enjoy the bank holiday weekend, whatever your plans. Do get in touch through the ‘Contact Me’ page if you would like to discuss if Shiatsu maybe for you.

    xx

  • Shiatsu for the Family – Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu for the Family – Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu is a gentle but powerful form of hands-on therapy that is suitable for all.  In the past I have treated whole families, home visits can be arranged if needs be.  Shiatsu leaves clients feeling relaxed but also energised & it is lovely when a whole family can be in this space at the same time.

    Children generally really enjoy a treatment, they love that it is hands-on.  Shiatsu is always given through clothes & is a very safe & secure touch. Children often respond well to a treatment with tension & stress easing quickly. Shiatsu is also good for mental strains such as stress & anxiety.  It can provide deep relaxation which can quieten the mind & calm the body.  Shiatsu can also help aid sleep & energy levels.

    There are a lot of stresses & strains in our daily lives & even the most focused family struggles to have enough quality time together.  Shiatsu can allow the pace of life to slow down for a while, for the physical & mental concerns & conditions to release & for the family to really feel relaxed at the same time.

    I have a lovely relaxing wooden cabin that I work in, in Exwick, Exeter. It is the perfect space to unwind. Otherwise home visits can be arranged, if the whole family would like a treatment at the same time. The price for the home visit can be arranged by discussion.

    If you would like to know more about Shiatsu then do head to the pages on my site, including the photos as these are a good way of understanding what is involved. I am always happy to discuss Shiatsu so do get in touch through the ‘Contact Me’ page.

    xx

  • Shiatsu for Energy – Exwick, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu for Energy – Exwick, Exeter, Devon

    We live busy lives & are often tired, if not exhausted, by our daily routines. Our bodies & minds need rest & relaxation to be able to function well. We don’t seem to value rest & quietness enough in this society, we become more & more depleted & ground-down.

    When we are tired or drained it is hard to think up ideas & plans, it is easier to do what we are already doing, to keep drudging along. Then before you know it you are even more tired, no time to catch up & even less energy to look at changes.

    Shiatsu is a subtle but powerful form of hands-on therapy that is great for building up energy levels. It uses massage techniques to work the pressure points & meridians (lines of energy) that Acupuncture uses. It is always given through clothes & is generally given on a futon mat on the floor. I do have a massage couch & chair if this is more comfortable.

    Shiatsu looks to balance the body, finding the quiet areas & treating them with a nurturing & holding touch. It can help loosen tension & stress in the body, finding the loud or full areas then using stretches & rotations to ease & release them. Shiatsu is specific to the particular person being treated, on that day at that time. It is different every time.

    Clients say they like ‘to be stretched by someone else’ they ‘loved the neck & shoulder work, it felt really good’ they ‘felt their body was listened to’ & they felt ‘3 inches taller’

    As well as being a satisfying treatment it is also good for aiding healthy sleep, providing long-term preventative care, it’s deeply relaxing & can help with anxiety & stress. It can also leave a client feeling more energised & balanced. It can provide a clear mind, the energy to make plans & changes.

    Clients have said they felt ‘buzzing for a few days after’ they felt ‘not stuck in a rut’ & they felt ‘inspired & energized.’

    If you would like to discuss if Shiatsu may be able to help you then do get in touch through the ‘Contact Me’ page. I’m always happy to talk Shiatsu. I work in Exwick, in Exeter.

  • Shiatsu For All – Exeter, Devon

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    Shiatsu is a gentle & supportive form of hands-on therapy so it suitable for any age . It can be given to children & they often lap it up. I have given family sessions, where the whole family has a treatment. These can be given as a home visit, which is agreed through discussion.

    FB_IMG_1490903614572It is very accessible.  It is generally given on a futon mat on the floor. I also have a couch & a massage chair so if the floor is difficult then there are other options.  Shiatsu can be given with the client lying or sitting in any position,  allowing the client to always be comfortable. It always given through clothes but still provides a strong connection & satisfying massage.

    shiatsu 28.01.2017 062Shiatsu provides a safe touch, which allows the client to quickly drift into a deeply relaxed state.  As it is a safe & secure form of therapy it can allow a client to explore their emotional or mental balance, feeling this through their bodies rather than thinking or talking it through. This can allow tension caused by stress, depression or anxiety to be released.

    FB_IMG_1486158179562Shiatsu is tailored to suit that client on that day, which can make it a satisfying form of therapy, meeting the client how they want to be meet. It is a gentle but powerful form of therapy, although it can be more physical when appropriate, including stretches & rotations.

     

    FB_IMG_1491158712734Shiatsu uses the same Meridians (lines of energy)  in the body that Acupuncture uses.  We also use the same pressure points on those Meridians.  We use massage techniques to work the Meridans & points to help the body to regain balance. When the body is in balance symptoms can ease, energy levels can rise, stress & anxiety can fall away, sleep can become deeper & healthier.  The body can feel like everything is working as it is supposed to, there is more flow & fluidity physically, mentally & emotionally.

     

  • Shiatsu, Spring & Snow, Exeter, Devon

    Well no-one really thought we would get more snow – but here it is – with us again.

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    It was so warm & sunny on Friday, it felt like Spring was here but Winter was not done with us yet. We have a snow day tomorrow which is great extra family time but I am ready to be working, giving uplifting Shiatsu’s.

    Spring is a good time of the year, there are ideas in the air & lots of opportunities starting to appear alongside the plants shoots out of the ground. However this year we still need to be in hibernation mood, there is a need for warmth & supportive treatments still. When the Spring energy does start to show itself it may be a difficult transition.

    Shiatsu is adaptable & tailored specifically to the person & their needs & condition that day. I imagine that I may be giving Winter warming Shiatsu’s on Tuesday & supportive Spring Shiatsu’s by the end of the week.

    Whatever the weather Shiatsu is a relaxing treatment & can help with energy levels & healthy sleep. It has been shown to hep with anxiety & stress. It is a unique form of therapy, that is supportive, holding the client in a very gentle but secure way. Shiatsu touch can release tension but also emotional stresses & strains held in the body.

    Hope you are warm & cozy wherever you are.

    xx

  • Shiatsu for Pain, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu for Pain, Exeter, Devon

    For those of you who don’t know Shiatsu is a form of hands-on therapy. It’s a bit like a massage, it uses massage techniques, but it is always given through clothing.  Shiatsu is generally given on a futon mat on the floor but can be given on a couch or massage chair. It is a very relaxing treatment that can also leave a client feeling energised.

    Shiatsu is suitable for all & can help with a great number of conditions. It can be helpful for long-term care & can have preventative benefits.  I have had clients who have come for Shiatsu for various physical conditions including back ache, arthritis, hip issues, frozen shoulder, Sciatica & pelvic issues.

    Shiatsu can also be helpful for emotional & mental concerns such as stress & anxiety. I have had clients come with issues such as work related stress, relationship breakdown or issues, high levels of anxiety & depression.

    Pain is a common issue that people come for Shiatsu for, whether it is due to a recent accident or injury or a more chronic condition.  Clients have found that Shiatsu has helped ease pain levels for some period after a treatment.   Generally the pain relief lasts for longer & longer periods of time, as the client has more sessions.  In my experience Shiatsu seems to have a very positive effect on joint pain, whether that is Arthritis or an injury or another issue.

    Clients have often expressed that the mental strain of pain is almost as bad as the actual pain itself.  Particularly if someone has lived with pain for a long period of time it can become an almost unbearable strain. Shiatsu is a very supportive treatment & it can provide comfort to the client, they may feel that they don’t have to manage it completely on their own.  Shiatsu can also help with energy levels & with a little more energy a client may feel they have the resources to be able to make changes & not feel that the pain is in control of them.

    I love giving Shiatsu & hearing, from clients, about the positive effects it has for them.  If you would like to hear about events & offers then please like my Facebook page.  If you have any questions then do get in touch through the Contact Me page.

    xx

  • Shiatsu musings, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu musings, Exeter, Devon

    I have had a lovely day learning how to give Ginger Compress treatments. They are an amazing remedy that creates warmth in the body. The compress warms the kidneys, which are the burners for the body, energising the whole system. They can help alleviate a number of symptoms.

    I love learning new skills & catching up with Shiatsu colleagues. Professional development courses are so important, for gaining new skills, but also for bringing new ideas & life to your practice. I am really looking forward to the Shiatsu treatments I will be giving this week.

    Shiatsu is a gentle but powerful form of hands-on therapy. It is suitable for everyone & is tailored to meet the needs of that client at that time. It can be good for physical aliments as well as emotional & mental stresses & strains. Shiatsu is very relaxing but can also help with energy levels. Shiatsu can aid sleep & help with anxiety, stress & depression.

    So a busy week of treatments for me. I love giving Shiatsu & I’m always happy to discuss it if you have any queries. You can get in touch through the ‘Contact Me’ page.

    Have a good week everyone.

    xx

  • Shiatsu after the snow, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu after the snow, Exeter, Devon

    Wow what a lot of snow we got this week. 4 inches in a day brought Exeter to a standstill. Our young boys had a field day, sledging down the middle of our normally busy road.

    Almost as quickly as it happened it has nearly completely gone. Temperatures have returned to to normal for this time of year, the rain has returned & the snow is only in the corners & under the trees.

    After an enjoyable break from normal life, so few cars & people with time to stop & chat, now this week is back to normal.

    I am practicing in Exeter this week. This will be in the real wood cabin in my garden in Exwick, Exeter. It’s the perfect space for a relaxing treatment.

    Also this Sunday is Mother’s Day & I can send gift vouchers electronically if you want to treat your special mother to a Shiatsu Massage.

    So back into the swing of things – I missed giving Shiatsu over the snowy days so looking forward to a full week of nurturing & energising treatments.

    I’m always happy to discuss Shiatsu so do get in touch through the ‘Contact Me’ page with any questions.

    Have a good week everyone.

    Xx

  • Shiatsu for Everyone, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu for Everyone, Exeter, Devon

    Shiatsu is a gentle but powerful hands-on therapy that originates from Japan. It is a bit like a massage, using similar techniques to a massage but always given through clothes. Shiatsu is generally given on a futon mat on the floor, but it can be given on a couch or seated if needs be.

    Shiatsu can be a very slow & gentle treatment, working one part of the body for a long time, it is nourishing & tonifying. It can be, when appropriate a more active treatment, with stretches & rotations. Clients often comment on how nice it is to have someone stretch them. The stretches & rotations relieve the tension they feel, often in their neck & shoulder area.

    Shiatsu meets clients how they want to me met, which can make it a very satisfying form of therapy. It is tailored to that client on that day, every Shiatsu is different because of this.

    I love giving Shiatsu as is it so adaptable, to each client every time they come. Also it is a treatment that is suitable for anyone & everyone. I have given children Shiatsu, they absolutely soak it up. I have also given Shiatsu to whole families, to the parents & the children, it’s a really lovely thing to give Shiatsu to everyone. I have older clients, some of whom need to have their treatment on a couch or massage chair. They have commented on the changes they have experienced from having Shiatsu, that the treatment is very gentle but the benefits are large.

    In my experience Shiatsu can be very beneficial for physical issues, accidents, injuries, pain. It has been found to have long term care & preventative benefits. It can also help with emotional & mental issues & concerns. It has been shown to help with stress, anxiety & depression. I have had clients who have come because they are suffering with work-related stress, they have issues in their relationship, they have had a big life change.

    Shiatsu has also been found to support deep relaxation, aid healthy sleep & improve energy levels. These three benefits can have big effects on all areas of a life. Symptoms can ease, mental & emotional strain can be relieved & the body can move with more ease & fluidity.

    If you would like to discuss if Shiatsu may be able to help support you then do get in touch through the ‘Contact Me’ page or call me on 07791 070837. I am always happy to talk Shiatsu. I practice in Exwick, Exeter.

    Like my Facebook page to keep up to date with events & offers. Head to the Shiatsu Society website for the information they have about Shiatsu.