On Friday 5th November I will be at the Mind Body Spirit Festival at Darling Harbour between 10am - 12pm. Come along to the Reflexology Association Stand and experience a treatment!
Other dates for your diary if you are local to me. I will be at the St Ives Showground at the Heritage Craft Markets (inside the Pavillion) doing full treatments and mini treatments, and selling gift vouchers for Christmas.
Saturday 20th November 3pm - 8.30pm
Sunday 5th December 10am - 2pm
Saturday 11th December 3pm - 8.30pm
Hope to see you there!
Jo
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Newsletter
I can't believe where the time has gone! I planned to do a newsletter every two months but time got the better of me. I promise to do better next time!
This year is flying by. This time last year my family and I were getting ready to go back to the UK for Christmas and that just seems like a distant memory. Christmas is only 10 weeks away and what better way to celebrate than to give someone a special gift this year. Not only will your family member or special friend enjoy a relaxing Reflexology massage, the other benefits they will achieve I am confident will make them love Reflexology for life. Í have a special for Christmas and that is for EVERY Gift Voucher Purchased you will receive 25% off any treatment yourself. What better way to get something for yourself too. A great way to relax whilst all the rushing around and plans for the Christmas period, or a way to relax in January when it is all over. However way you look at it, everyone gains!
Well what a busy time I have had since my last newsletter. In September I went on a 4 day Facial Reflexology Course. What an inspiration it was. What I learnt was fascinating and the techniques used on the face were beautiful. The benefits of Facial Reflexology for Autism, Spasticity, Stroke Patients to name a few are amazing. I look forward to a challenge.
As promised I would also like to explain a little about Stress and the effects it can have on us. Especially at this time when HSC students are working hard. (if you know any who need a treatment, you know where I am!) or maybe you are a parent of a HSC student and you need to de-stress!!!
One of the most important benefits of Reflexology is it's efficiency in reducing stress. Around 70% of disorders can be related to stress and nerve tension. Every part of our body receives it's nerve supply from the spine. Therefore by reducing tension in this area can bring benefits to the rest of the body. Contraction of muscles affects nerves, resulting in pain. By reducing tension, increasing good circulation and supplying oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the organs will help cleanse the body of toxins. Stress can be difficult to avoid and few escape the consequences of it. Increase in Heart Disease and Hypertension is evidence of more stress related diseases. Long term symptoms of constant stress are fatigue, anxiety and depression.
The nervous system becomes drained and depleted and immune system eroded, making one more susceptible to disease.
Stress affects everyone differently from Cardiovascular problems to Intestinal upset to name only two!
How Can Reflexology Help?
It helps to alleviate the affects of stress by inducing deep relaxation, which allows the nervous system to function normally.
Obviously depending on how long the stress has been going on and how many symptoms are presenting will affect how many treatments will be required.
PRICE LIST
Foot, Hand & Ear Reflexology
30 mins - $55 (Basic but still effective Treatment)
60 mins - $75 (Full Treatment)
90 mins - $110 (The Works)
During a 30 minute treatment you will receive the best basic treatment on the Feet (although Hands and Ears could replace this), a 60 minute treatment will include Feet and Ears or Hands and for a 90 minute treatment includes Ears, Hands and Feet along with a Foot bath with essential oils.
Facial Reflexology
90 mins - $110
This includes a full treatment of the face using Rosehip Oil, with balancing techniques for the whole body.
Hope to see you all soon.
Don't forget............. Be Kind To Your Body!
Jo :)
This year is flying by. This time last year my family and I were getting ready to go back to the UK for Christmas and that just seems like a distant memory. Christmas is only 10 weeks away and what better way to celebrate than to give someone a special gift this year. Not only will your family member or special friend enjoy a relaxing Reflexology massage, the other benefits they will achieve I am confident will make them love Reflexology for life. Í have a special for Christmas and that is for EVERY Gift Voucher Purchased you will receive 25% off any treatment yourself. What better way to get something for yourself too. A great way to relax whilst all the rushing around and plans for the Christmas period, or a way to relax in January when it is all over. However way you look at it, everyone gains!
Well what a busy time I have had since my last newsletter. In September I went on a 4 day Facial Reflexology Course. What an inspiration it was. What I learnt was fascinating and the techniques used on the face were beautiful. The benefits of Facial Reflexology for Autism, Spasticity, Stroke Patients to name a few are amazing. I look forward to a challenge.
As promised I would also like to explain a little about Stress and the effects it can have on us. Especially at this time when HSC students are working hard. (if you know any who need a treatment, you know where I am!) or maybe you are a parent of a HSC student and you need to de-stress!!!
One of the most important benefits of Reflexology is it's efficiency in reducing stress. Around 70% of disorders can be related to stress and nerve tension. Every part of our body receives it's nerve supply from the spine. Therefore by reducing tension in this area can bring benefits to the rest of the body. Contraction of muscles affects nerves, resulting in pain. By reducing tension, increasing good circulation and supplying oxygen and nutrients to the rest of the organs will help cleanse the body of toxins. Stress can be difficult to avoid and few escape the consequences of it. Increase in Heart Disease and Hypertension is evidence of more stress related diseases. Long term symptoms of constant stress are fatigue, anxiety and depression.
The nervous system becomes drained and depleted and immune system eroded, making one more susceptible to disease.
Stress affects everyone differently from Cardiovascular problems to Intestinal upset to name only two!
How Can Reflexology Help?
It helps to alleviate the affects of stress by inducing deep relaxation, which allows the nervous system to function normally.
Obviously depending on how long the stress has been going on and how many symptoms are presenting will affect how many treatments will be required.
PRICE LIST
Foot, Hand & Ear Reflexology
30 mins - $55 (Basic but still effective Treatment)
60 mins - $75 (Full Treatment)
90 mins - $110 (The Works)
During a 30 minute treatment you will receive the best basic treatment on the Feet (although Hands and Ears could replace this), a 60 minute treatment will include Feet and Ears or Hands and for a 90 minute treatment includes Ears, Hands and Feet along with a Foot bath with essential oils.
Facial Reflexology
90 mins - $110
This includes a full treatment of the face using Rosehip Oil, with balancing techniques for the whole body.
Hope to see you all soon.
Don't forget............. Be Kind To Your Body!
Jo :)
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Healing Touch Reflexology - Introduction
A friend recently told me the best way to get my ideas and information out there would be in a Blog! Being almost computer illiterate it took me a while to get to grips with whether it would be something I could do!!! I think my friend was trying to tell me in a polite way 'to get with the times'!!! Thanks Sandra!!!
Anyway having now set up this page and my profile (I think!) even with a photo, I plan to update and give out information about Reflexology with the hope that you will all learn to love it as much as I do.
I am very excited about not only the information and experience I have gained in the last 18 months but also about the future. I am doing a certificate course on Facial Reflexology in Sept so I will update you with those details later in the year. I am also keen to try to bridge the gap between western medicine and complimentary therapies, as I feel it is important for people to know that they can work very well together.
I have been lucky to have met some wonderful new friends during my journey to become a Reflexologist and we meet up every couple of weeks to talk about how we can improve on the treatments we give and to give each other ideas and support for current and future clients (along with a coffee and a lunch of course!!) In between these 'meetings' we also support each other with treatment 'swaps' which has been great!
Well now I would like to introduce you to Reflexology and why I love it so much.
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is the use of touch, usually on the feet, hands, ears, face, head or scalp, in which the area being stimulated is thought to correspond to a map of the whole body. In this way working on specific areas can influence other areas of the body.
A reflexology treatment means more than working on your feet. It is actually working with the person, attempting to fight any imbalance in the system. The stimulation on the reflex areas clears blocked energy pathways throughout the body enabling organs and glands to function properly and in a holistic way. When a blockage is removed from one area, this in turn promotes the free flow of energy to a related area. It can show benefits to the physical body or the emotional body.
A reflexology treatment is useful for achieving and maintaining health and enhancing well being, as well as for relieving symptoms or causes of illness and disease. It is a way of maintaining balance, aiding relaxation and triggering the bodies own inate self healing capacity.
The proven benefits of reflexology are:
Reduces Stress
Balances the nervous system
Improves sleep quality
Boosts lymphatic function
Improves circulation
Detoxifies the body
Enhances the body's natural healing process
Affects all body systems
Increases vitality
Who can benefit from Reflexology?
Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. ( for example: Asthma, Migraines, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Menopause, Infertility, Digestive problems, Insomnia to name a few!)
Reflexology helps us to cope on a physical, mental and emotional level, thereby encouraging us to heal and maintain health in all areas of our lives. After having completed a course of reflexology treatment for a specific condition, many people find it beneficial to continue with regular treatments in order to maintain health and well being.
What can I expect in my reflexology session?
On the first visit I will have a talk with you to determine your present and past health and lifestyle to ensure I provide a treatment plan most suited to you. A treatment session will last usually an hour or more.
During the treatment you will be positioned on a massage table enabling you to lie back, relax and enjoy the benefits of a reflexology session. After the treatment has been completed I will discuss my findings with you.
A course of treatment may be recommended depending on your body's needs. A series of 4-6 weekly treatments is recommended to achieve best results.
I hope this has clarified a few questions about Reflexology and I hope you look forward to and enjoy future Blogs!
Jo
Anyway having now set up this page and my profile (I think!) even with a photo, I plan to update and give out information about Reflexology with the hope that you will all learn to love it as much as I do.
I am very excited about not only the information and experience I have gained in the last 18 months but also about the future. I am doing a certificate course on Facial Reflexology in Sept so I will update you with those details later in the year. I am also keen to try to bridge the gap between western medicine and complimentary therapies, as I feel it is important for people to know that they can work very well together.
I have been lucky to have met some wonderful new friends during my journey to become a Reflexologist and we meet up every couple of weeks to talk about how we can improve on the treatments we give and to give each other ideas and support for current and future clients (along with a coffee and a lunch of course!!) In between these 'meetings' we also support each other with treatment 'swaps' which has been great!
Well now I would like to introduce you to Reflexology and why I love it so much.
What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is the use of touch, usually on the feet, hands, ears, face, head or scalp, in which the area being stimulated is thought to correspond to a map of the whole body. In this way working on specific areas can influence other areas of the body.
A reflexology treatment means more than working on your feet. It is actually working with the person, attempting to fight any imbalance in the system. The stimulation on the reflex areas clears blocked energy pathways throughout the body enabling organs and glands to function properly and in a holistic way. When a blockage is removed from one area, this in turn promotes the free flow of energy to a related area. It can show benefits to the physical body or the emotional body.
A reflexology treatment is useful for achieving and maintaining health and enhancing well being, as well as for relieving symptoms or causes of illness and disease. It is a way of maintaining balance, aiding relaxation and triggering the bodies own inate self healing capacity.
The proven benefits of reflexology are:
Reduces Stress
Balances the nervous system
Improves sleep quality
Boosts lymphatic function
Improves circulation
Detoxifies the body
Enhances the body's natural healing process
Affects all body systems
Increases vitality
Who can benefit from Reflexology?
Reflexology is suitable for all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. ( for example: Asthma, Migraines, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Menopause, Infertility, Digestive problems, Insomnia to name a few!)
Reflexology helps us to cope on a physical, mental and emotional level, thereby encouraging us to heal and maintain health in all areas of our lives. After having completed a course of reflexology treatment for a specific condition, many people find it beneficial to continue with regular treatments in order to maintain health and well being.
What can I expect in my reflexology session?
On the first visit I will have a talk with you to determine your present and past health and lifestyle to ensure I provide a treatment plan most suited to you. A treatment session will last usually an hour or more.
During the treatment you will be positioned on a massage table enabling you to lie back, relax and enjoy the benefits of a reflexology session. After the treatment has been completed I will discuss my findings with you.
A course of treatment may be recommended depending on your body's needs. A series of 4-6 weekly treatments is recommended to achieve best results.
I hope this has clarified a few questions about Reflexology and I hope you look forward to and enjoy future Blogs!
Jo
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