29/12/2022
Shan has worked from the Cottage Healing Centre in Tamworth since 2007. She is a qualified Aromatherapist, reflexologist, reiki master. Trained in advanced and deep tissue techniques. Offering a range of massages tailored to each individuals needs.
If you are looking for a relaxing massage for some down time to chill out or have a specific issue to address there's plenty of choice.
Treatments can be combined to your requirements. A full consultation will be taken to decide the most suitable treatment for you.
Shan is a member of the federation of holistic therapists.
She has recently introduced a range of natural skincare products, blended with essential oils. Which not only benefit the skin, but also work on an emotional level to balance the emotions & create a feeling of well-being.
Aromatherapy Massage A gentle massage, helping to soothe muscular tension and improve circulation. Using therapeutic essential oils, which are highly aromatic and readily absorbed into the body. Each oil has different properties working on physical, mental emotional and spiritual levels. These will be blended to your specific requirements.
Reflexology is based on the principle that reflex points on the feet correspond to different areas of the body. You lie comfortably on the couch, removing shoes & socks. Massage and pressures will be applied to specific reflex points , using the thumbs & fingers. The aim of a reflexology treatment is to help restore balance to the body naturally, and improve general well-being.
Indian head massage helping to alleviate tension in the head, neck, shoulders and face. A very relaxing yet stimulating treatment. Balancing energy whilst encouraging blood flow to these areas, promoting physical and mental wellbeing. Shan normally uses essential oils to further enhance this treatment, which can be given either seated or lying on the couch.
Deep tissue massage aims to address long term muscular issues, break down adhesive build up, reduce postural dysfunction and pain. Using specific techniques it helps to increase delivery of blood and oxygen to the treated areas, releasing the deeper layers of muscle tissue, tendons and ligaments of the body. Stiff, knotted or painful areas are detected by gradually working into the deep layers of muscle tissue determining their quality and texture. Either as a full body massage or concentrating on specific areas of the body, or problem areas. Shan uses essential oils to further enhance this treatment.
Pregnancy Massage time for mum to be to relax, both on a physical and emotional level. Using a variety of techniques tailored to your particular concerns regarding any tension or pain, and work to facilitate deep relaxation, helping you to enjoy your pregnancy and alleviate any unwanted symptoms.
Ear candling Thermal auricular therapy is a gentle, relaxing and non-invasive treatment. It is an ancient natural therapy involving the use of ear candles.
You will lie on your side on a massage table, the ear candle will be lit and gently inserted into the opening of the ear. Once treatment is completed, it will be repeated on the other ear. A facial drainage massage will then be carried out to complete the treatment. During treatment you may experience gentle heat around the ear and hear a crackling sound.
Himalayan Mineral Massage is a multi faceted treatment using himalayan mineral salts. Benefiting from 84 minerals and trace elements. Which give relaxation, light exfoliation and emittance of negative ions. The treatment starts with a foot soak and scrub with mineral salts. Followed by a marma point pressure massage and finishing with an oil massage using salt stones which gently warmed to offer a relaxing massage.
Holistic Aromatherapy Facial . The face is double cleansed and toned using natural skincare products, blended with essential oils, to suit your skins requirements. After a lifting, toning Aromatherapy massage to the face, neck & shoulder. A mask is applied and the scalp massaged. After removal of the mask, the face is toned and moisturised. A relaxing treatment, wonderful for the skin.
Hot stone massage a wonderfully relaxing, effective and deep massage using heated basalt stones of varying sizes to key points on the body, giving a deep massage and creating sensations of comfort and warmth. The direct heat relaxes the muscles, allowing manipulation of a greater intensity than regular massage. Some say one stroke of a stone is equivalent to eight with the hand.
Reiki meaning ‘universal life energy’, was founded in Japan by Dr Mikao Usui in the late 20th century. It is a very relaxing and peaceful treatment, which helps to restore a sense of balance and well-being within the mind and body. You will remain fully clothed, lying on a massage couch or sitting in a chair. Shan will either place her hands on or above your body, using her intuition to guide energy flow.
Seated Accupressure (onsite massage)
Shan can visit the workplace, bringing a special ergonomically designed chair. Massage is given over clothing applying accupressure and massage techniques to specific points on the back, neck, shoulders, head and arms. Treatments are generally 20 minutes, but can be adjusted accordingly.
For more information on any of these treatments send a message or Shan can be contacted on 07918697632
