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Relaxation Massage

This massage is designed to help you get to a calmer and more peaceful state of being, where your nervous system is downregulated. Calm, slow and gliding massage strokes will stimulate the release of feel good, anti-stress hormones that contribute to optimum mental functioning and for decreasing symptoms of anxiety and depression. This massage will also help relieve your muscles of fatigue, soreness and stiffness and improve your flexibility. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

 

Relax+ Aromatherapy Massage 

This is a type of massage that uses the sedative properties of essential oils to facilitate and encourage a deep state of relaxation. The strokes are adapted from traditional Swedish massage to deliver a slower paced treatment to promote the absorption of the essential oils into the skin. Want to know how essential oils are understood to work? Find out on this page. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Deep Tissue Massag

Deep tissue is a type of massage therapy that targets the deeper tissues in the body to release tension and provide pain relief. Whilst some of the strokes are the same as in classic (Swedish) massage, the pace tends to be slower and pressure is applied more strongly, concentrating on areas that need particular attention. You might benefit if you have a stiff neck and upper back, lower back pain, tight legs, sore shoulders or perhaps if you're sore after exercising and experiencing delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). As for that ’no pain no gain’ motto? That is not how I work. A deep tissue massage should never be painful or agonising to receive and you most certainly won’t have bruises at the end! We’ll always work together to find the right amount of pressure. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Sports Massage

This type of massage helps to prevent injury, supports the rehabilitation process following an injury and can act as a warm up/cool down for a sports ‘event’. Whether you're running a marathon, jogging, doing pilates or 'just' going for a long walk, a sports massage could make a world of difference to your fitness capabilities, recovery perception, performance potential and flexibility of joints and muscles. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Heal+ Lymphatic Drainage

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a noninvasive and very gentle type of manual treatment which can reduce chronic or acute swelling (edema) after surgery (e.g. cosmetic surgery such as liposuction or cancer surgery). If you’re suffering with edema (regardless of having had surgery) then you will also enjoy this treatment. MLD treatment is designed to optimise the lymphatic system by clearing lymphatic pathways and collection ducts, which is critical to allow transportation of lymph fluid. It would also be worth considering MLD treatment pre-operation as it will boost your lymphatic system and positively influence healing, which can reduce the amount of post-surgical treatments required. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

The Samādhi Massage

This Samādhi Massage is an exclusive 120 minutes session designed to gently guide you to a place of peacefulness, awareness and connectedness with mind/body. This sensory mindful treatment starts with a process of yogic breathing to allow you to arrive in your body and down-regulate your nervous system. This is followed by a head to toe massage done with warm and fragrant Ayurvedic oils and creams. Throughout the massage you will be invited to connect with your breath to allow you to sink deeper into your body. Your experience will complete with ten minutes in shavasana posture. This is to allow for the experience of the last two hours to really sink in, be processed and assimilated. A gentle gong will be sounded to bring you back to the room. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. Book Now.

Grounding Floor Massage

Inspired by the traditional Kalari Marma Massage from Kerala, this extremely grounding and connecting treatment is performed on the floor on a comfortable cushioned futton. During this treatment, your body will be massaged and you will be placed in several different positions throughout the 75 minutes. It is a rhythmic, sometimes fast and sometimes slow, deep and invigorating massage where there's an opportunity to slow and synchronize breath. Grounded floor massage feels very different from treatments performed on a massage table because it is done on the floor and the therapist is able to use their body weight to create more pressure, connection and grounding. Please note you will have to be mobile enough to get on and off the floor without help or support. It is preferable if you are naked for this treatment to enable continuous gliding strokes without interruption from clothing. However, the treatment can be adapted if you prefer to wear a bra or underwear. This treatment requires a 50% deposit in advance (a payment link will be sent to you via text once the booking is made). As with all other massages on offer, this is not a sexual or erotic massage and sexual harassment will not be toleratedTo find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's pageBook Now.

Active Listening Massage

You will experience and receive the full benefits of a relaxing massage, along with the benefit of being able to confidentially express how you are feeling and to talk about what is on your mind, free from judgement or expectations. The 60 minute session will allow you to talk at your own pace while I ask open questions that will you support you in expressing your feelings and thoughts. This type of massage combines my skills as a touch therapist with over 10 years of experience working in therapeutic active listening services including for Rethink Mental Illness, Samaritans and Cruse Bereavement Care. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page. Book Now.

Shiroabhyanga & Mukhabhyanga - Ayurvedic Head & Face Massage 

According to traditional Indian Medicine (Ayurveda), the head is the most important part of the body because all the sense organs are located in it. Head massage (Shiroabhyanga) provides nourishment to all of the sense organs and promotes their natural functioning. A variety of Ayurvedic oils are used for this type of massage, chosen according to Ayurvedic principles that focus on keeping you in balance - body, mind and spirit. Some of the benefits of Shiroabhyanga include relaxation, reduction in frequency of headaches, encouraging hair growth and preventing hair fall, improving sleep, blood and lymph circulation. Mukhabhyanga (face massage) consists of applying herbal oil or cream on the face followed by a massage. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Heating Foot Massage 

Your feet carry you everywhere and sometimes they just need extra attention. Experience the heating properties of Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Oil (camphor, menthol, methyl salicylate and turpine oil) to provide extra warmth to your feet, ankles and calves during a relaxing foot massage. A hot wet compress will be applied to your feet at the beginning of each session to enhance your overall experience.To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Oncology Relaxation Massage

Massage can make a huge difference when you're going through such a difficult time and it can help restore a better relationship with your body. I am trained by Cancer Support Scotland to adjust your treatments in line with your medical history, clinical care plan and personal preference. This includes alleviating pain and discomfort of surgical scar tissue or other treatment side effects – as well as providing relief from the emotional and physical symptoms of stress, anxiety and loneliness. Individuals who have had massages during cancer treatments have reported a range of positive outcomes such as improved sleep, better quality of life, improvement in mental capacity and alertness, ease of movement and relaxation (Cancer Council NSW, 2014). More information about massage and cancer can be found on Cancer Support Scotland's website. To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Introduction to Embodied Touch

If you think you'd like to experience the benefits that touch may bring but you are unsure or anxious about having a body massage, then this one could be the one for you. It’s also for those wishing to explore therapeutic touch in positive and embodied ways. We will have a chat about what your motivations were for booking this treatment so that I can better understand your needs and work out a way of working together. We may, for example, start with giving you the space to think and reflect about where you’d like to receive touch and we will take it from there. You may decide, for example, to receive touch in areas of your body that don't involve direct contact with your skin and with clothes on or we may start with a simple hand or foot massage. Oil and no oil options are available too. More information about this type of treatment can be found in this blog post.​ To find out more about what to expect before, during and after a massage treatment as well as scientific research around the benefits of massage please visit this page. More information can be found in the FAQ's page.​ Book Now.

Don’t know which treatment to choose?

No problem! Just book any treatment for the length of time you desire and we can decide on the day of your appointment. Note that the Grounding Floor Massage is the only treatment that you cannot decide to have when you arrive due to the preparation time it requires.

Already included

You will be able to choose from a variety of massage oils including grape-seed, rapeseed, coconut, jojoba and others. Feel free to request your favourite oil or the one appropriate to your skin type. Some oils may leave marks on clothing so it is recommended that you do not bring any valuable or expensive clothing to your appointment. Even though every care will be taken to prevent this, Olive Tree Therapies is not responsible for staining to your clothes caused by massage oils. 

Tailoring things your way

We can make your treatment completely bespoke. You’re in charge of what body parts we focus on, the pressure, the length of the treatment, the music, the lighting, the temperature (including electric blanket!) and anything else you can think of. My priority is to make you feel as safe and comfortable as possible for the best possible experience.

First time?

If you’ve never had a massage/bodywork treatment before then please read this page.

Want your massage at home?

That can be arranged! If you’d prefer to have your treatment at home, please get in touch via email. Note that a call out fee of £15 applies.

Add-ons

You can add the below items to your massage when you check-out.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil add-on: + £3

Olive Oil (azeite in my mother tongue) is a staple of Mediterranean cultures for everything from cooking to skin and nail and hair health. More than 200 different chemical compounds have been found in olive oil. Topical application of olive oil has anti-inflammatory effects, reduces oxidative damage and promotes tissue repair (Donato-Trancoso et al. 2016). It has been shown to delay the onset and reduces the incidence of skin cancer development (Budiyanto et al. 2000).

*This add-on does not apply to Ayurvedic massage treatments or the Grounding Floor Massage. Book Now.

Essential Oils add-on: + £3

Essential oils harness a plant’s therapeutic properties to achieve a desired effect. For example, if you are having a deep tissue massage treatment for muscle pain, I can create a blend with sedative and muscle relaxing properties. Essential oils may help with several conditions such as anxiety and stress, insomnia, inflammation, digestive issues, hypertension, hypotension, arthritis, rheumatism and others. They can also be used to invigorate you, for example, by using energising oils such as lemon, grapefruit or sweet orange.

*This add on does not apply to the Relax+ Aromatherapy massage as that treatment already includes the use of essential oils. **Essential oils cannot be added to Ayurvedic massage treatments. Book Now.

Ayurvedic Medicated Oils: + £3 

Traditional Indian Medicine oils are medicated with potent herbs. I work mostly with four different oils you will be able to choose from. These are: 1) Maha Narayan Oil which was created to support healthy joints and muscles. It consists of 37 herbs in a base of sesame oil. I also use 2) Neelybringadi Coconut Oil (Bhringaraj, Brahmi and Amla herbs in a base of coconut and sesame oils) for optimum scalp and hair health, 3) Brahmi Oil for calm and tranquility (Brahmi leaf in a decoction infused with organic sesame oil) and 4) Karpooradi  Oil (camphor in a sesame base) for joint and muscular pain and congestion. Please note not all Ayurvedic oils are vegan so please let me know if you are vegan so I can choose the correct one for you.

Aromatherapy Hot Compress add-on: + £5

An aromatherapy compress is an effective way to treat and alleviate muscular aches and pains, sprains and strains, headaches, bruises and reduce inflammation, especially when done simultaneously with a massage treatment. I will add a few drops of essential oils to a bowl of hot water and soak a cloth in the solution. A hot compress can help alleviate chronic pain such as backache. Because of the attention compresses require, I recommend that you add them to treatments lasting 90 minutes or more. 

*This add-on does not apply to Ayurvedic massage treatments, Heal+ lymphatic drainage or the Grounding Floor Massage. Book Now.

Shiroabhyanga & Mukhabhyanga - Ayurvedic Head & Face Massage add-on: free*

According to traditional Indian Medicine (Ayurveda), the head is the most important part of the body because all the sense organs are located in it. Head massage (Shiroabhyanga) provides nourishment to all of the sense organs and promotes their natural functioning. A variety of Ayurvedic oils are used for this type of massage, chosen according to Ayurvedic principles that focus on keeping you in balance - body, mind and spirit. Some of the benefits of Shiroabhyanga include relaxation, reduction in frequency of headaches, encouraging hair growth and preventing hair fall, improving sleep, blood and lymph circulation. Mukhabhyanga (face massage) consists of applying herbal oil or paste on the face followed by a massage. Some products that may be used include rose water, saffron and turmeric creams or Ksheerabala 101  oil. 

*When you book a massage treatment, please choose this option under 'add-ons' on checkout if you'd like a part of your session to be focussed on head, face or both. This add-on is complimentary and will be incorporated into the length of your booked session. Book Now.

Heating Foot Massage add-on: free*

Your feet carry you everywhere and sometimes they just need extra attention. Experience the heating properties of Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Oil (camphor, menthol, methyl salicylate and turpine oil) to provide extra warmth to your feet, ankles and calves during a relaxing foot massage. A hot wet compress will be applied to your feet at the beginning of each session to enhance your overall experience.

*When you book a massage treatment, please choose this option under 'add-ons' on checkout if you'd like a part of your session to be focussed on feet. This add-on is complimentary and will be incorporated into the length of your booked session. Book Now.

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