Counselling & Shiatsu

Category: shiatsu

  • Shiatsu stretches

    As Shiatsu is generally given on a futon mat on the floor it is possible to give really satisfying stretches, when appropriate.  Shiatsu massage can be given in a seated position when lying is not comfortable but often clients will comment on how satisfying the stretches in their massage were.

    The body holds all our tensions & stresses & it is possible to release this by doing yoga or stretching but there is something different when someone does the stretch for you. It can feel sore, in a good way & it can get the energy moving around the body more freely.

    If you are interested in knowing more then do get in touch through the ‘contact me’ page. I have a Facebook page that you may also like to look at.  I work in Exwick, Exeter, Devon. I have a calm & peaceful Shiatsu practice room. I work Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays.

  • Shiatsu, Sunday’s & Mother’s Day

    Well it’s been a special day today, the weather has been warm & sunny & we have celebrated Mother’s Day with my mum. This might not seem like anything out of the ordinary but this is the first year without my granny. She died last summer & although she was missed at Christmas it felt especially obvious that she is no longer around today. Granny somewhat dominated Mother’s Day, she insisted on presents & her two daughters spending the day with her. This is understandable but did mean my mum & aunty struggled to spend time with their own children on Mothering Sunday. 

    So today I made a pastry pie, my mum’s favourite & we spoilt her. My aunty also enjoyed a day with her children. We toasted granny & mothers & carers the we know or have known. It was important to us to remember the line of women we have each come from & also to acknowledge that you don’t have to be a mother or even a woman to hold the role of ‘mother.’ We had a moment of quietness to remember those people who weren’t with us, mother’s or whoever. 

    Mum was so happy basking in the warmth of the family, my sons love her & it’s so lovely to watch their relationship. Later in the afternoon I gave mum a short Shiatsu massage. This is such a special thing to be able to do for her. She loves it & I know it is not only nurturing but relaxing as well. A moment where I can support her. All in all a lovely day. I am so lucky to have a supportive & understanding mum & to be able to do just a little for her, pie & Shiatsu, meant a lot. 

    I have a Facebook page that you maybe interested in liking. I have events & offers that I advertise there. If you want to get in touch then please do through the ‘contact me’ page. I am always happy to talk Shiatsu. I work in Exwick, Exeter, Devon in a lovely calm & quiet practice room. 

  • Shiatsu massage – North Devon – April

    Just a reminder that I have this event coming up. 

    I will be there Saturday & Sunday giving Shiatsu massage tasters for just £15. You can book aShiatsumin advance. Go to the event page, find me & click on the booking link.

    If you have any questions do get in touch through the ‘contact me’ page.

  • Shiatsu for children 

    Shiatsu massage is suitable for all & can be really helpful & positive for children. Children have issues, as do adults, & treating them energetically & holistically when young can help stop complaints becoming stagnant & chronic. Shiatsu massage is so gentle but is also powerful. It doesn’t take much to get the energy flowing & rebalancing in a child’s body. This can help the body learn & keep up healthy patterns. It can give confidence & focus.

    Children are generally very responsive to Shiatsu & have a good result, both from a treatment & from Shiatsu for a specific issue. I use Shiatsu to relax & calm my sons before bed. I also use it, successfully, to help regular bowel movements, if there has been a delay or constipation. Sometimes my boys have experienced discomfort from digesting food, I have been able to ease this & also release trapped wind. These things are important for children! 

    I have supported older children through exam stress & times of unease & inabilty to make changes or decisions. I have also found Shiatsu massage successful with helping to speed up physical injuries such as twisted ankles & knees. It has also helped children with head ache & eye issues.

    Shiatsu massage can be given to a whole family. Home visits can be arranged & prices can be negotiated. This is such a positive experience for the whole family unit & an absolute joy to give. If you are interested in finding out more about Shiatsu for children, family Shiatsu or self Shiatsu for yourself & your family then get in touch. Details are on the ‘contact me’ page. 

  • Shiatsu massage for Mother’s Day

    Mother’s Day is around the corner & I offer gift vouchers for Shiatsu massage. Shiatsu is a nurturing & supportive touch & for hard-working mum’s, it can be the perfect treat. Mum’s spend their days nurturing others, putting others first & thinking of others. This can cause imbalances in the body, Shiatsu can help rebalance the body & give sense of relaxation & invigoration.

    If you are interested in purchasing gift vouchers then get in touch through the ‘contact me’ page. It’s a little late to post vouchers now but you can always give an i.o.u or I’m happy to meet up in the Exeter area for pick up. 

  • Shiatsu massage for daily use

    Shiatsu massage is a form of massage originating from Japan. I have never been lucky enough to study Shiatsu in Japan but from what I understand it is a very pragmatic form of therapy there. The client is assessed & a treatment is given, not much discussion about emotional or spiritual condition of the client. 

    Shiatsu can be used very prescriptively for some daily complaints or conditions. I use Shiatsu massage on myself & my family quite regularly. I may massage my children’s hands if they are in distress or their feet if they are over-excited. I have helped my husband when he had back ache & will often work his legs & feet to support tiredness & need for rest. I use Shiatsu to help me keep pushing through when I am tired, like most parents. I have used it for eye tiredness, headaches, tight shoulders, painful hips, menstrual issues & restless legs. It’s also possible to help digestive issues with self Shiatsu. I also used it for well-being for us all, for relaxation before bed.

    I pass relevant information into clients for them to use for themselves & their families. If you are interested in knowing more so get in touch through the contact me page.

  • Shiatsu break 

    I have had to have the best part of the week off, no Shiatsu & plenty of bed. Our eldest son started school this year & I definitely feel like a first time school parent, I’ve caught everything he has bought home. I can only hope that I am building up my immune system as I hope he is. 

    This time the virus has been a particularly nasty one & definitely the flu. I’m not going to go into details but just to say it’s been days & days in bed. I have used a few Shiatsu points to support various things. I have had an earache & pain on the side of my face. I have managed to help relieve this using points both around the ear but also down into the arms, wrist & hand. I also had restless legs & l used points for moving the energy in the legs which relieve this symptom & allowed me to sleep. Both of these have been so important & allowed me to rest.

    I love that Shiatsu has this ‘first aid’ aspect to it, I forget that I use it almost daily on my family & myself. If you are interested in finding out more get in touch through the ‘contact me’ page.

  • Shiatsu massage, Exeter, Devon

    I offer gentle but powerful Shiatsu massage here in Exeter, Devon. Shiatsu originates from Japan & literally translated means ‘thumb pressure.’

    As Shiatsu is given on a mat on the floor it can be quite an active massage, when appropriate.

    It’s relaxing & also invigorating 

    If you like to know more please get in touch through the ‘contact me’ page

  • Shiatsu massage for motivation & focus

    Here we are again on a Sunday evening. Lots of us are running around preparing for Monday & the week ahead. I have chosen to take a break from the organising to write this blog! 

    Sunday evenings used to fill me with dread – the feeling used to creep up on me from mid morning, building to its strongest as I tried to get to sleep on a Sunday evening. I had a stressful & not particularly happy-making job. I had chosen to take the job so that I could make the move back to Devon from the Manchester area but the pay off was a long commute on slow, winding Devon roads & a job that was unthankful & relentless when I finally got there. The pay was ok & pretty good for Devon but I spent a majority of it on petrol & car upkeep, then had very little time to spend the rest of it in. 

    I was unsure how I would be able to change my situation, I couldn’t see any options & felt trapped. Sunday evenings were the worst. Not long after starting this job I began my Shiatsu training, the first few months of the 3 year diploma course that I completed in 2010.  I started to do energy work consistently for the first time in my life. I had done yoga & tai chi & meditation at times but I threw myself into my Shiatsu practice & the exercise & meditation to support it.

    I began to feel a fluidity that I hadn’t felt for a long time, I started to see options & opportunities to make changes. I began to feel healthy in body & mind & started to have more energy. I felt more focused & driven & able to take advantage of what opportunities life showed up. Within the first year of my Shiatsu course I had found a new, happier & lot less stressful job. I felt supported & respected by my employer. I did unfortunately spilt with my partner but actually this was a positive change, if not sad at the time.  I made new friends & found new interests.

    I really believe in Shiatsu massage as a form of therapy that can support people to make changes that they hope or wish to make. I have had clients who have felt stuck, who have then felt more movement & energy after their Shiatsu & have been able to implement changes in their lives. 

    If you are feel the ‘Sunday fear’ & feel it’s time to see if you can find a new path then maybe Shiatsu massage will be able to help. It can really transform lives. Get in touch through the ‘contact me’ page or my Facebook page. I work in Exwick, Exeter, Devon on Tuesday’s,  Wednesday’s & Saturday’s. 

  • Shiatsu event – North Devon – April

    Here’s a reminder that I will be at this event next month. Offering sessions of Shiatsu for just £15. 

    You can book in advance here North Devon Mind Body Soul Festival

     You can see more about the event here Facebook event