Aromatherapy
Body Detox
Crystal Wand Therapy
Cupping and Moxibustion
Daoyin Tao
Holistic Facial
Hopi Ear Candling
Hot Stone Therapy
On Site Massage
SERVICES
Welcome to Esencia Holistic Therapy
Our Holistic Therapist, Jo Collin, qualified in Anatomy, Physiology and Massage, and Aromatherapy in 1994. With these ITEC Diplomas in hand she worked in a professional salon until 2001. Since then she has been self-employed trading as Esencia .
In 2001, she trained in On-Site Massage, gaining her a further diploma. Jo added a Thermo Auricular Therapy ( Hopi Ear Candling ) diploma to her qualifications in January 2002.
In 2003 she gained a diploma in Daoyin Tao and became one of the first 100 therapists in the country to be able to offer this new and exciting massage.
2005 saw Jo qualify in Hot Stone Therapy.
During 2006 she completed a Crystal Wand Therapy course and a Body Detox course.
She is a member of IPTI, the Academy of On-Site Massage and the Daoyin Tao Association.
Aromatherapy
An ancient therapy which has been used for centuries to treat illness and ailments:
- From muscle aches and pains to arthritis
- From insomnia to relaxation
- From skin conditions such as acne to hair conditions such as dandruff
- From stress caused by life in general to stress caused by bereavement
- From respiratory problems to female problems such as menopause
An initial consultation is necessary for our Aromatherapist to design and blend the exact oils to suit individual requirements. Treatment may include massage, inhalation or home use, on a compress or in a bath.
If you suffer from High Blood Pressure, Epilepsy or are pregnant always consult an Aromatherapist before using Essential Oils.
After any Holistic Treatment a Healing Crisis may occur - to limit the effects of this always drink plenty of water and rest if necessary.
Body Detox
Toxins cause us to feel sluggish, stressed, hung-over etc. and will leave a feeling of toxic-overload.
What are Toxins?
- Alcohol
- Caffeine (in tea and coffee)
- Nicotine
- Saturated Pesticides
- Pollutants
- Sugar
- Stress
A Body Detox treatment is given through the feet by placing them in a footbath. During the 30 minute treatment the water will change colour and consistency - from orange and brown, through to green or even black.
Well-being will be enhanced from the first treatment.
Body Detox Therapy will assist the body to: energise, de-stress, remove toxins, improve skin tone, aid weight loss, harmonise body systems, improve sleep.
A course of 6 treatments over a six week period is recommended for optimum balancing of body energies and self-detoxification.
Crystal Wand Therapy
Crystal Wand massage or 'Magic Wand' as it is sometimes called, is a truly peaceful and tranquil massage experience.
Crystal Wands are used in a back and leg treatment which works on acupressure points complimented by Swedish massage techniques. The combination of Crystal Wands, massage and Acupressure allows for a much more therapeutic, deep tissue massage treatment.
The Indian Crystal Wands are all handmade and no two are ever the alike. The crystal ball is cut and polished and set with six different coloured crystals around its neck and then attached to a stem.
Benefits of a Crystal Wand Treatment:
- Relieves and releases stress
- Increases healing potential
- Improves lymphatic drainage
- Improves health
- Rejuvenates and calms
- Reduces stress
Cupping and Moxibustion
Cupping Therapy has been widely used around the world, with records showing its use in China 3,000 years ago and in Egypt 1,550 BC. It is also known as 'Horn' or 'Bamboo' Therapy due to cow horns or bamboo being used.
Cupping uses glass cups of different sizes into which a vacuum is created by placing a lighted taper. This is then quickly removed and the cup is swiftly placed on the area of the skin at the appropriate point. Placed on different areas of the body, cupping can clear joint pains or backache.
It is suitable for all ages including the elderly and the young. The treatment may leave a slight reddening of the skin especially if there is congestion in the area being treated.
Moxibustion
Is the application of heat, through the burning of herbs such as mugwort contained in a Moxa Stick. The Moxa Stick is held over the area and a gentle warmth is felt. It helps to ease pain and discomfort and is an ideal treatment for period pains.
Daoyin Tao
The therapy of Daoyin Tao (pronounced DOW YIN TOW as in TOWN), originated by Anna-Louise Haigh, draws on time honoured techniques for their healing potential, creating a union between Eastern and Western therapy resulting in an amazing massage synergy.
Daoyin Tao is focused on the face, neck, shoulders and scalp, and brings to Complementary Healthcare the potential to help on a much deeper, holistic and therapeutic level than most people have experienced.
Ideal for:
- RELAXING
- REVITALIZING
- REJUVENATING
- REBALANCING
- PAIN & DISCOMFORT
- DECONGESTING
While Daoyin Tao is a very effective therapy in its own right, it may be combined with any other treatment.
Many recipients comment on feeling the benefits throughout their whole body during and after the treatment. Hence ... Feeling is Believing!
Holistic Facial
Pure Essential oils and natural flower waters are used to tailor this relaxing facial to your individual needs.
The facial consists of a cleanse, mask, tone and moisturise combined with a relaxing face, neck and shoulder massage.
The Holistic Facial is ideal for any type of skin, young or old.
It can be used to treat skin conditions such as dry or aging skin or acne which is usual found in younger skin.
The whole treatment lasts approximately 1 hour at the end of which your skin feels refreshed and smooth and you feel relaxed and revitalised.
Hopi Ear Candling
The Hopi Indians are the oldest Pueblo people. Hopi means “peaceful people”, or, “people of peace”, and they are the people that brought this treatment to Europe.
Ancient wall paintings also show candles being used as… (?)
Hopi Candles
The candles are hollow and made of Organic grown flax, 100% bees wax, valuable honey extracts & Beta-carotene. Combined with powdered Indian medicinal herbs Sage, Chamomile & St. John’s Wort, plus some hidden herbs that only the Hopi’s know!
We only use the best candles.
BioSun candles are handcrafted in Germany to the Hopi Indians own recipe. They are regularly tested to maintain high standards.
Added Benefits
- Improves circulation
- Helps ease pressure of headaches, migraine, sinusitis, Rhinitis
- Helps improve balance
- Helps de-stress
Note: In many cases, one treatment will not be sufficient.
Contra-indications
- Recent head injury
- Perforated ear drum
- Someone who reacts to bee stings
- Grommets already in place
(Treatments can not be performed if the client is suffering from any of the above.)
In some cases, your therapist may ask for a Doctor’s note before proceeding with this treatment.
Hot Stone Therapy
The ancient healing art of Hot Stone Therapy using various massage techniques and warm stones, relaxes the body at its deepest level and is effective in creating both harmony and balance.
The subtle energies of the stones introduced into the treatment calm the senses, relax muscle tension and promote a meditative state.
The heat from the stones penetrates to a deeper level, bringing about physiological changes as well as influencing the body’s internal energy flow; therefore bringing a balance to both body and mind.
Benefits of Hot Stone Therapy:
- Releases tension
- Increases circulation
- Promotes relaxation
- Releases congestion
On Site Massage
This is a 20 minute, non-invasive massage that is given through the clothes to a client who is seated. It’s based on a traditional Japanese massage called ANMA which means ‘press and rub’.
The Benefits:
- It promotes well-being.
- It unravels tense, aching muscles.
- It stretches cramped tendons and ligaments.
- It relieves minor aches and pains.
- It smoothes and balances the nervous system.
- It improves circulation.
- It’s an immediate stress buster!
- It leaves you in a state of ‘alert relaxation’.
- An ideal body ‘tune up’!
Service Categories
Aromatherapy, Cupping, Ear Candling
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