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Reflexology - what is it?
   
Reflexology is the art of foot massage. It can help to relieve various ailments by working on reference points on the feet, which are believed to correspond to various systems and organs of the body.

How does it work?

Reflexology is based on the belief that vital energies, or Chi, flow through meridians or channels in the body. By applying pressure to any of the zones on the feet, the entire channel throughout the body is affected, releasing trapped energy thus easing stress, pain and discomfort.

The therapy is a convenient, accessible and drug free way of stimulating the body's natural healing abilities, tuning-up the body and staying healthy. There is no need to remove clothing and no needles are used, so the therapy is non-invasive.

What results can you expect?

The first time you go to a Reflexologist you have a preliminary talk, followed by the therapy, which usually lasts about an hour. After the therapy your body may respond In various ways and this information is vital to your Reflexologist as it tells them how you are responding to your therapy. During the course of your therapy, changes occur in your feet, you will become more attuned to your body with increased physical and psychological awareness.

Reflexology calms and soothes the body and the mind, reducing stress and inducing deep relaxation. It improves the circulation by unblocking areas of tension and debris, allowing the flow of blood, nutrients and energy to move more naturally and easily both in the foot and within its corresponding system and organ.

It cleanses the body of toxins and impurities by unblocking the lymphatic, excretory and integumentary (skin, hair and nails) systems by removing the waste products built up at reflex points. Reflexology can promote well-being and balance in the whole organism. It nurtures relationships, and aids productivity and creative thought. It is an excellent preventative health care.

What can Reflexology do for you?

Reflexology is believed to give access to the glandular or endocrine system, so it is particularly useful for hormonal & digestive complaints. Reflexology can instigate change in the internal organs by rebalancing them, so it is very useful where pain is present. Reflexology is a direct and immediate channel to healing, boosting the immune system and building up bodily defences against infection.












Who can Reflexology help?

Adults, the elderly, children - anyone can use the therapy as there are no side effects. It may be used with any other alternative or conventional therapy.
     
 Practitioners
     

Rieko Oshima-Barclay


Dip. Phytotherapy (Herbal Medicine).

Dip. Holistic Massage & Aromatherapy.

Advanced Cert. in Aromatherapy and Massage in Pregnancy.


Rieko is an experienced massage practitioner, and has studied both Massage and Aromatherapy in Japan and the UK where she obtained an Advanced Certificate in Deep Tissue Massage, Holistic Medical Massage, Aromatherapy and Massage in Pregnancy.

Rieko is a professional Reflexologist offering various combination therapies (herbs, Massage, Reflexology) according to clients needs. She is also a member of the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA) and also the Association of Reflexologists (AoR).

Rieko's web site
   
Price list:
First 60 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions
Subsequent 30 minute sessions

Combination therapies:

a) Massage & Reflexology
b) Reflexology & Aromatherapy
c) Reflexology & Facial Massage

First 90 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions

Reflexology & Herbal Therapy

First 90 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions
£45
£45
£35







£65

£45


£65*
£45*














* Plus cost of 1 month supply of herbs approximately £24
   
   
   

Leonie Pape MAR BSc Hons

Reflexology Practitioner Certificate
Dip. Reflexology for Infertility, Pregnancy & Post Natal
Baby Reflex & Baby Reflex 4 Toddlers Practitioner
Dip. Indian Head Massage
Reiki Practitioner Levels 1 & 2

Leonie qualified as a Massage Practitioner in 2001 and in 2002 qualified as a Reflexology Practitioner. Since that time she has continued to increase her knowledge in both subjects, gaining additional qualifications in both spinal and maternity reflexology and massage techniques.

Leonie
has an interest in all aspects of care during pregnancy and childbirth and has attended seminars in reflexology for infertility. She holds a Diploma in Reflexology from the International Society of Maternity Reflexology for the application of reflexology during the pre-conception, pregnancy and post-natal stages of maternity.

More recently she qualified as a Baby Reflex & Baby Reflex 4 Toddlers practitioner and now teaches parents how both they and their infant can enjoy the natural bonding promoted by Baby Reflex.

Leonie graduated from Greenwich University in 2007 after studying for her degree in Complementary Therapies.

Leonie is a full member of the UK Association of Reflexologists


Additional therapies: Facial Revitalisation Massage; Indian Head Massage and Reiki, either as individual therapies or in combination.
   
Price list:
First 75 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute session
Subsequent 30 minute session
£50
£45
£30
 
Combination therapies:

90 minute Reflexology / Back, Shoulder & Neck Massage
90 minute Reflexology / Facial Revitalisation Massage
90 minute Reflexology / Indian Head Massage
90 minute Reflexology / Reiki



£65

£65
£65
£65
   
   
   

Sarah Ramiah

Postgraduate in Reflexology

Practitioner’s Certificate in: Hand Reflexology
Hot Stone Therapy
Indian Head Massage
Thai Foot Massage
I have been an active practitioner for over ten years and have seen the complementary therapy field flourish around me.

This encouraged me to research the various therapies by travelling around the globe, which broadened my knowledge and helped me obtain unique techniques from the native lands.

I subsequently developed a passion to share my work and skills which lead me to Ireland and the USA where I lectured at schools and promoted Complimentary Therapy at trade shows.

I am a full member of the Association of Reflexologists and follow their codes of Practice and Ethics seriously.

In my experience as a practitioner I have previously achieved the following:

Successfully provided therapy for various conditions using Reflexology and have had broad experience on fertility/pregnancy issues.

Stimulated Lymphatic drainage and reinforced Respiratory system with Indian Head Massage.

I have helped to increase flexibility and blood flow to the knees/hips and improved circulation with "Thai Foot Massage".

Corrected digestive disorders, boosted immune system and increased well being with deep tissue work of the "Hot Stones!".

Sarah's web site
   
Price list:
60 minute session
Trial 30 minute session

Combination therapies:
a) 50 min Reflex. & Head Massage
b) 50 min Reflex. & Thai Foot Massage
c) 60 min Reflex. & Hot Stone Therapy
£48
£33


£55
£55
£65

   
   
   

Peter Salt-Berrymen

MBAcC

Lic Ac
Between 1988 and 1993 I studied Reflexology, Tui Na, Shiatsu and Massage. In 1993 I started an Acupuncture course with the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine and graduated in 1996, gaining the qualification, Licentiate in Acupuncture (LIC Ac.), and became a member of the Acupuncture Council at that time.

I have taken postgraduate courses in Patent Herbal Medicine (ready made pills not raw herbs); Advanced Needle Techniques; Point Location; infertility and I.V.F., Musculo Skeletal Problems; Tui Na massage; therapy for sports injuries and I am a practical skills tutor at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine.

I use all of my disciplines in my practice, to get the best results for my clients. I provide therapies for a wide range of conditions, from stress, to back pain, from depression to M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) and asthma. From frozen shoulder and tennis elbow to the Acupuncture Facial Revitalisation.

Peter's web site
   
Price list:
First 90 minute session
Subsequent 60 minute sessions
£55
£45

Please enquire for concessionary rates.
   
   
     
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