Elaine West - Shiatsu

Shiatsu and Holistic Health in Bristol

SHIATSU

Image above: ‘Temple’-Nachikatsuura-Nachisan (Japan 2018, Elaine West)

What is Shiatsu?

Shiatsu is a natural healing therapy developed in Japan. It is a holistic and relational therapy, which can be used to help with many issues including those related to emotional, mental and physical health.

It incorporates Zen philosophy which I use in the Shiatsu I practice.

How does Shiatsu work?

Shiatsu uses touch in a conversational way with the receiver (client), to work holistically with the body ensuring that the receiver gets what they need from the treatment.
It is a powerful, non-invasive, form of healing that works intuitively with the body.

It incorporates ‘listening’ to both the verbal and non-verbal, and then responding with the use of  stretches, holding, manipulation to achieve what is required by the receiver. The treatment takes place on a futon mat on the floor. The receiver remains clothed and it is recommended they wear loose clothing such as jogging bottoms and comfortable top.

Origins of Shiatsu

It’s roots date back to Traditional Chinese Medicine, developed in the East over 1000 years ago, and uses the traditional 5 elements system.

In the Japanese language, “Shiatsu” literally means “finger pressure”, although it is the the relational quality of the touch that has been developed for treatments.

Book a session

Initial consultation and session -£75

Allow 1hr 15min for your initial consultation and session, where we will… 

Shiatsu follow up sessions are per hour £65. Block booking is also available.

 


Please do not hesitate to contact me to find out more about my Shiatsu services and to book an appointment. Do call and speak to me if you have any questions or queries

What other's think

Some useful or interesting links

www.shiatsusociety.org
UK’s Governing Shiatsu body.
www.shiatsu-esf.org
The European Shiatsu Federation.
www.shiatsubristol.co.uk
The Bristol School of Shiatsu

Qi Gong Classes
There are a number of Qi Gong classes across the city, some of which are detailed in this useful website 
www.qigong-bristol.co.uk  

www.cnhc.org.uk
Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) the UK regulator for complementary healthcare practitioners.

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