A person giving a massage to another person's back in a dimly lit room.

Massage

The Power of Compassionate Touch

Massage can unlock the body (and mind) and reveal that which is being held within the whole system. By working on all levels we allow past emotions and trauma to be safely felt and processed. When we bring conscious awareness we can release the past and let go of beliefs, thoughts, patterns and blocks that can hold us back in the present. This includes the somatic body memory, the holding and patterns in the body in the form of sensation, pain, stiffness, and more.  


What if you could move through life more consciously and freely? What if you could find greater ease with both stillness in the mind and flow in the body and emotions?

Massage uses skilful sequences of touch to varying depths to bring awareness to areas of the body where there may be tension or tightness so they can be released, or to direct awareness to areas of imbalance that might need more strength or stability. Improving circulation and energy flow can also lead to greater balance and general well-being and vitality.

Every massage treatment is a truly unique experience. A thorough assessment will put you at ease and together we will decide on the best course of treatment for you. Massage can be clothed for those that prefer.

Many people have different experiences and expectations from massage, the information below explains the benefits, and my approach.

  • The weaving of carefully felt and selected questions and language, and the application of varied levels of touch to direct awareness, allow us to work with the body, mind and spirit (the presence and light within) to make quicker, deeper, sustaining change, bringing integration and alignment on all levels. Dialogue with the body to access the underlying patterns, including the deeper subconscious mind, can make such a wonderful and lasting difference. By weaving movement, language and inquiry, along with thoughtful, useful touch, can allow you to get to know yourself better and be an active participant in the healing process.

    The pressure and strokes can be altered and refined to suit you; from deeper tissue massage to a very gentle and subtle, but still highly effective, massage treatment. Even the smallest and subtlest of pressure points and niggles can be identified and worked with, allowing for better alignment of the soft tissues, and surrounding joints, and improved blood and energy flow.

    With awareness of the importance of body-mind connection, flow of emotions (energy in motion) and the energy system, and their inclusion in the sessions, this is a truly (w)holistic treatment. Releasing held trauma, and associated patterns, with Havening Techniques, whilst embodying the necessary qualities and true foundation to allow this to occur with ease is life changing for many.

    Sound healing can be included with great effect for those that are receptive to this wonderful modality to bring resonance, harmony, and to assist the releasing, clearing and healing.

    But the treatment does not stop there. As a Physiotherapist and Yoga teacher I bring my experience in education, movement and exercise prescription. These can be available alongside massage for those needing more input to rebalance, stabilise and bring freedom and strength to the body and breath. This unique combination of skills leads to amazing results when treating aches and pains and can stop them from recurring by tackling them at the root of the problem, whilst simultaneously empowering you with knowledge and skills to help yourself in the present and for your life.

  • But don't forget that if you simply want to completely relax and enjoy some much-needed time for yourself then that is a possibility too.  Unwind the body, drop out of the mind and return home to yourself, to the quiet space and peace within. Providing a beautiful, safe and tranquil environment where you can totally rest, be nourished and recharge.

    You may like to include therapeutic sound and/ or the addition of high quality essential oils to support your time of rest and deep relaxation. If this is of interest then please book a free consultation first.

Treatments

Free 20 minute no obligation consultation

1 hour £70
90 minutes £100

1 hour including Havening Techniques £100
1 hour including Energy Balancing & Clearing £100

Home visits considered in local Sway, Brockenhurst, Lymington and New Forest area

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*Please note there is a 28 hour cancellation policy for home visits and a 24 hour cancellation required for all other appointments.
Appointments cancelled without this notice period will be charged at full price.

  • "I consulted Jo for a chronic neck and shoulder problem, originating from an old injury. I was really impressed with Jo's holistic approach. I also appreciated the individual attention that Jo gave me- I felt she listened to me, and partnered with me in the treatment. I felt in very good hands, due to Jo's solid professional background in physiotherapy, which she blended with other techniques to very good effect. After several treatments I found the problem eased, and I was more able to prevent flare-ups. I wholeheartedly recommend Jo's therapy."

    Karen

  • "I went to Jo for massage and she especially worked around my jaw and neck as I was experiencing discomfort there. She has an amazing ability to help you connect into the pain and release any emotional connections stored in your body. As I drove home I couldn't feel any pain or tension in those areas, it had gone. Once home I had to lie down and sleep allowing the deep emotional and physical work to carry on working. The neck or jaw pain hasn't come back. If I feel I'm starting to get tense now I just sit down and connect into the relaxed feeling and colours Jo brought into the session, this ceases any new development of tension. Jo really is a gem amongst therapists. She's so loving, kind, professional and knowledgeable. She brings in all aspects of her skills into your session allowing true healing to take place. You will be embraced in total unconditional love."

    Jenny

  • "Jo helped me improve my posture and literally unknotted me! Her deep tissue massage skills are amazing and I always felt like I floated out at the end of a massage. If I had a particular niggle Jo would always be able to offer personalised advice: the right stretches and exercises to help me help myself."

    Clare

  • "I called Jo to help me with an ongoing problem I had for 6 months. I had seen doctors and chiropractors as the problem had got so severe resulting in real difficulty sleeping and unable to work, but Jo's treatments combining massage, exercises and advice was the only thing that eased the pain. I am now back doing everything I enjoyed doing before and without any pain. It relieved stress at the time too and I loved the wide range of oils to choose from. She is very skilled at working out those stubborn knots, or just giving a general massage. Whether for pain relief, or just a relaxing treat, Jo is definitely the person to call!"

    Kim

  • "Jo is highly intuitive, her holistic massage involving aromatherapy, energetic body scan and elements of physio work in beautiful synergy with each other. What makes the massage experience even more unwinding is the time she takes to give you that extra after care slowly bringing you back to the present moment with affirmations, light gazing, tree hugging, grounding, you name it, whatever is needed is given. Love and Blessings xx'"

    Jadwiga

  • "Jo is very welcoming and has such a calm, nurturing presence. She really helps make me feel relaxed and at ease when I have a treatment with her. I have had a few massage sessions with Jo and am always pleased with my experiences. Jo always spends a good while assessing where the pain is coming from and advising on good posture and exercises which will help me in my day to day life. I love the herbal massage oils she uses when massaging my back! I always leave at the end of the session feeling floaty and satisfied. Perfect."

    Tiff