Amanda Johnson Reflexology

16/03/2026

Did you know over 8 million people in the UK use anti depressants 💊 😳 and the chemical imbalance theory is inconclusive.

💊This week i share a link for a YouTube conversation between Dr Rupy Aujla, an NHS Dr who started the The Doctor's Kitchen, and Joanna Moncrieff, who is a Professor of Psychiatry at University College London.

💊Together they discuss what serotonin is and how we measure it in the body. They explore the many years of research and the evidence and discuss over-use and misrepresentation of psychiatric drugs in the public sphere, the changing philosophy of mental health and how we got to a point where over 8 million people in the UK use antidepressants, and the side effects of those medications.

💊 I was surprised to learn after over 30 years being an RN, and working as a prescribing nurse for some of those years, and being taught that we corrected a genuine brain chemical imbalance with medications, that in fact this is not proven. 😳

👣 Reflexology as we know, can help bring about a sense of peace and calmness to mind and body - it’s that lovely rebalance / reset feeling.

👣 Reflexology is part of many of clients self care recipe for their wellbeing. During the Podcast the Dr’s discuss how having coping strategies can be helpful to support mental wellbeing, alongside medication.

💊 I would like reintegrate that this podcast is for information only and to help everyone understand their own situation and needs, it is NOT recommended that any medications are reduced or stopped without your Dr’s advice, support and management.

Today, we’re having an uncomfortable but very necessary conversation about antidepressants and the theory that these drugs work for those with depression by ...

09/03/2026

💩 Poo - what is normal for you? 💩

💩 Our bowels …. It’s an age old conversation 💩!

☹️ When they don’t function as we would like they can make us feel really sluggish and uncomfortable, if we boil it down they are the ‘cleaners’ of our bodies, getting rid of rubbish, and ‘stuff’ we don’t need. When they don’t work effectively that rubbish and ‘stuff’ just sits inside us, affecting us in many ways.

💡 Here are a few ideas for ways we can help ourselves;

💧 A glass of warm water when you get up - it rehydrates the body after being asleep, and encourages the large intestine on its journey.

💦 Being hydrated is so important for so many reasons, but in the case of our bowels being hydrated makes the p**p softer and easier to pass, it keeps the gut lining moist which in turn promotes smoother movement.

🏃🏻 Being active early in the morning, a little exercise goes a long way, gets the body moving and grooving. In TCM it is believed that the bowel has most of its energy between 5-7am, it quite literally clears out the junk ready for the day ahead.

🥗 Adding a mixture of fibres through vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds into your diet helps promote good gut health - interesting fact, did you know that soaking nuts and seeds help the digestive process be a little easier, something to maybe look in to and consider if you live with an inflammatory condition such as IBS.

🌱 Physillum Husk, a readily available natural source of soluble dietary fibre used as a bulk forming laxative for supporting the digestive system, amongst other benefits.

👣 Reflexology, of course, can be for many a useful tool to promote a healthy digestive system - a small study in 2010, showed that 94% of a group of women reported an improvement in their constipation at the end of a 6 week course of reflexology sessions 🤩 see link below ⬇️

➡️ A pilot study of the effectiveness of reflexology in treating idiopathic constipation in women - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20129409/

🧐 For more ideas how to help yourself along side reflexology please feel free to check out these links…

https://theguthealthdoctor.com

https://www.thedoctorskitchen.com

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/constipation/

05/03/2026

With thanks to my colleague Cambridgeshire Reflexology for the inspiration after her post to write my own, (and sharing her image with me 😉 !! )

Knowledge is power and clients should have this information to make informed choices 👊

Choosing the right Reflexologist for your needs really does matter 👣 ✨

✨Your wellbeing deserves informed choice, safe hands, and the right level of expertise for you.

Did you know 💡

✨like many therapies, there are different levels of qualification, experience, and specialisms.

✨Not all training is the same, and understanding what your therapist is certified in helps ensure you receive safe, appropriate, and effective care.

✨Some therapists may hold short course certificates, while others have completed fully accredited practitioner diplomas with extensive anatomy, physiology, and supervised clinical practice. Many therapists have areas of specialties - for example, cancer care, working with neurodivergent individuals, fertility…. The list goes on!

✨Just to be clear- Neither is “right” or “wrong” — but they are different, and it’s important to choose the level that suits your needs.

✨When booking a reflexology treatment, it may be important to you to check your therapist’s qualifications and training.

You may wish to ask:

• What qualification do you hold?
• Is your training accredited?
• Are you insured?
• Do you undertake continuing professional development (CPD)?

✨A qualified, professional reflexologist will always be happy to answer your questions.

✨ A qualified professional reflexologist will have many techniques available through extensive training, knowledge and experience to make your sessions bespoke to your needs, rather than a standard set routine.

✨If you ever have questions about my training or credentials, please don’t hesitate to ask — transparency is part of professional care.

✨Reflexology is a beautiful and powerful complementary therapy and I am passionate about it being practised at the highest level possible 👣 😁

04/03/2026

We are feeling the good vibes this week in the treatment room 😁

🌱 spring is springing everywhere we start to look and starting to lift us with its vibrant colours that are starting to appear 💛 🌼☀️

👣 and the reflexology is delivering some much needed R&R and rebalancing to the receivers 😊

01/03/2026

26/02/2026

Many clients comment how much they enjoy that feeling of calm and stillness in their mind and body after having reflexology. As a therapist, I understand there is much more to that feeling than just the lovely sensation of the session…

🌊 Stillness can help to calm your nervous system by helping it to move from the sympathetic ("fight-or-flight") mode to the parasympathetic ("rest-and-digest") state. - so please never apologise when your tummy rumbles during a session…. That’s your parasympathetic response!

🌊 Stillness allows cortisol and adrenaline to reduce while boosting the calming neurochemicals like GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid).

🌊 Stillness reduces sensory input and movement which helps to lower heart rate and blood pressure, allowing the body to heal, reduce stress, and restore mental clarity.

🌊 Reflexology, for many people is the therapeutic catalyst for bringing that calm and stillness back into their bodies.

23/02/2026

🤰If you are currently pregnant, have a friend or relative who is expecting a baby, please share with them Lisa’s Auntie-Natal page.

🤰Lisa is qualified midwife and anti natal specialist, along side being a lovely and kind lady 😊 who runs small groups for all your anti natal care needs 😊

20/02/2026

Wishing you a lovely weekend 💐

11/02/2026

In this week of the year when we celebrate love, let’s show a little love to reflexology
No comments
No explanations
just a ❤️ 👣 ❤️

selflove❤️

10/02/2026

What a lovely post from Dr Chatterjee, each of us can definitely relate to this advice 🙌🏻

Save this post for when you need a reminder to stay grounded or send it to a friend who might appreciate seeing this ❤️

Being in control means that you feel able to make meaningful decisions and that nothing, within reason, has the power to overwhelm you.

I truly believe that deep down, every one of us wants to feel happier. And when we do, it doesn’t just change how we feel, it can transform our physical health as well.

The NEW version of my bestselling book 'Happy Mind, Happy Life' is available now📖 If you've already got a copy - I'd love to know what's resonating with you!🙌🏾

09/02/2026

Reflexology is for everyone at every stage of life including children and young adults 🙌🏻

Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and supported. This week, let’s shine a light on the importance of mental health for children-encouraging kindness, understanding, and open conversations.

A little support can make a big difference. Listen, laugh, and lift them up. Together, we can help every child thrive emotionally, mentally, and socially. 💛