A little bit about me…

I’ve always been fascinated by the depth of the connection between our physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. So in 2017, after nearly 30 years working in fundraising and development in the charitable sector, I followed this interest to train with the Massage Training Institute (MTI) on their intensive year-long Level 4 Holistic Massage Diploma at Bristol College of Massage and Bodywork (BCMB).

Since qualifying I’ve established my own practice in the Chew Valley. I’m also part of the wonderful teaching team on the Holistic Massage Diploma course and lead Introductory Workshops at BCMB, sharing my love of the powerful benefits of massage with like-minded people. I passionately believe that regular massage plays an important role in health regimes, an essential part of stress and pain management.  

I continue to learn, taking advantage of continual professional development opportunities, including advanced workshops, supervision, peer to peer learning, and study. Crucially this keeps me up to date with current best practice in the sector. Some lead to additional qualifications. All strengthen existing and / or develop new skills, techniques and insights. I’m also polyvagal (trauma) informed.

The following feed into my practice. Each can be a standalone therapy, or blended with others to form your session plan that we’ll agree together during your consultation.

  • MTI: Level 4 Holistic Massage with Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology
  • MTI: Level 3 Indian Head Massage with Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology
  • BCMB: Course and Assessment in Massage for Women’s Health
  • BCMB: Certificate in Thermal and Cold Stones for Massage Therapists
  • BCMB: Certificate in Acupressure Facial Therapy
  • BCMB: Certificate in Eastern Foot Massage
  • BCMB: Certificate in Developing a Polyvagal Informed Practice

  • Complementary Therapy College: Course and Assessment in Meridian Massage

  • Reiki Seichem Levels 1, 2 and 3 Mastership
  • Lomi Lomi Practitioner Diploma
  • Gua Sha Lymphatic Drainage and Ice Globe Therapy Facial Massage Practitioner Diploma

Also trained in Emotional Freedom Techniques, Reflexology Basics, Integrated Myofascial Release, Massage in Pregnancy, Massage for Frozen Shoulder, Eliminating Sciatica, and Crystal Healing and Chakra Balancing.

Outside work I find joy in being a proud mum to two beautiful humans and one fur baby, and nonna to two gorgeous small people. I play the piano, and regularly nourish my love of folk, world, alternative 80s and classical music (especially Chopin, Schubert, Richter, Glass…). I practise yoga and pilates, and love to dance like a Muppet to the exhilarating salsa, merengue, and samba rhythms of Zumba! A lover of big socks and open fires, I practise what I preach, setting time aside to enjoy the bliss of holistic therapies myself, and listening to and connecting with the rhythm of nature. I’ve a BA (Hons) in Musicianship, and an MA in Arts Management. 

Trained, qualified, accredited and registered with the Massage Training Institute (MTI) www.massagetraining.co.uk

On the Accredited Register with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) www.cnhc.org.uk (the UK’s only independent regulator for complementary healthcare practitioners).

Registered with the Reiki and Seichem Association www.reikiseichem.org

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