Welcome to my practice!

Trauma-informed bodywork & somatics for the management of chronic conditions and queer embodiment in Edinburgh, offering integrative care tailored to your nervous system.

My ethos

Olive Tree Therapies was named after a very important tree to my family and my culture. Olive Trees are symbols of resilience, peace and wisdom all across the Mediterranean and it is my hope that you are able to rediscover these qualities within yourself when you come for a treatment. Olive Trees Therapies is a space where you can feel safe and heal, a sanctuary where you can focus on your own needs, slow down and get respite from the burdens of this busy world.

As a queer-owned, GSRD/LGBTQI+ affirming practice, I am committed to fostering an inclusive, compassionate environment where all identities are honoured and respected. Here, your wellbeing is nurtured in a trauma-informed, person-centred judgment-free space that encourages authentic connection and self-discovery.

About me

My name is André (he/they) and I’m an experienced integrative therapist bringing together several bodywork practices which include Western stylesa of massage, Thai & Ayurvedic massage, somatics and energy work. My work is informed by PolyVagal theory and Yogic philosophy, along with my 12 years of experience working in bereavement and suicide prevention across the charity sector and NHS Scotland. This means that I can offer evidence-based, emotionally intelligent bodywork for complex and layered needs: from chronic pain to nervous system healing to musculoskeletal recovery and rehabilitation.

Western styles of massage that I offer include Deep Tissue, Sports, Swedish, Relaxation, Aromatherapy and Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD).

My qualifications & affiliations

BA (Hons) Psychology and Criminology (Coventry University - 2:1)
Somatic Trauma Therapy, 150 hours (Edinburgh, SHT)
Diploma in Therapeutic Thai Massage, 150 hours (Chiang Mai, School of Fine Art of Thai Massage)
Diploma in Complementary Therapies (London, CityLit)
Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy Level III (London School of Massage)
Ayurvedic Massage and Panchakarma Therapy, 100 hours (Kanur, School of Ayurveda and Panchakarma)
Integrative Yoga Therapy, 100 hours (Kanur, School of Ayurveda and Panchakarma)