Whether I visit you, or you visit me, prior to the massage I will go through a consultation with you.

This is so that:

• We get to know each other;
• You can discuss any  areas / pains that you feel need urgent attention;
• I can check your medical background;
• Discuss medication you are taking;
• Find out about any allergies, or ensure, for aroma therapy, that you're not on any Homeopathic remedies which essential oils will antidote.
• You will have the privacy and respect to talk about where you feel you need help;
• You will be in a trustworthy, confidential environment.
• For professional reasons, I will need the name and address of your GP if you are undergoing any medical treatment. (Please refer to the Contra - indications section)

Having gone through a consultation, you will need to undress as far as you feel comfortable.

This is important. If you have any fears about removing clothes, we can work round it- you just need to know that clothes you come in will get oily, so it will be a good idea to wear comfortable old clothes, where staining doesn't matter. I will also need to get at where you have pain in order to best assist you.

The therapy couch is heated, and nice and cosy! You will be covered with large, warm towels during treatment. If you feel you need the heat adjusted, please say so!

I uncover only parts of the body I am working on at the time. This is quite important.

  It affords your dignity and privacy.

  It keeps you warm and cocooned.

  It enhances the effects of the massage.

  It keeps the massage professional

Having worked on your back, shoulders, neck, hind legs, and or buttocks, it will be time to ask you to turn over. Many people prefer to be side- lying. This is a nice position, especially for ladies who are pregant.  I will keep you covered whilst you do this, then make any adjustments to the couch and bolster positioning. I will also ensure you feel comfortable with any adjustments to clothing where necessary.

Only when you're comfortable will we resume.

I'll work on the shoulders, upper arms, sides of legs, feet, fronts of shoulders and neck. Head and face are worked on when you lay face up, if you wish to do this.  I'll give you warm stones to hold in your hands during treatment, and to lay them on your sacrum or tummy, depending on your position; you'll feel really cumfy and pampered, and conceivably feel highly moved by your emotions!

With hot stone massage, I use the stones in addition to my hands. They are used with oils, and they will always be an important part of all treatments. You'll find the effects really powerful, enjoyable, setting your soul 'free'. This treatment is the same price, which saves any confusion. If you have any questions about hot stone treatment, please feel free to ask me at any time!

I leave you in peace for a moment whilst I get you a nice, ice cold glass of water from the fridge- absolute nectar after you've had a massage.  You will also have the offer of complimentary fresh fruit juice and  fruit if desired- good cleansers!

You'll be encouraged to relax for a while to come back and feel you feet again- very important if you have to drive afterwards. You'll be feeling quite woosy, so you'll need to be careful!

If you have further questions, please email or ring me and I'll be happy to answer them.