In a world of incredible massage therapies, there’s something about Shiatsu that stands apart and most receivers come to realise this following a session or two! Shiatsu is a massage by definition but it is also more than a massage in reality. It can feel like an unspoken dialogue between practitioner and receiver, rooted in deep listening, energetic awareness, and centuries of Eastern medical wisdom.

I know that many of the people who come to the clinic would like to know more, so I’m sharing four key qualities that make Shiatsu truly unique:

This summer, inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, we’re reminded that the Heart isn’t just an organ, it’s the centre of compassion, connection, and collective wellbeing. In nurturing our own Heart energy, we deepen our capacity for empathy and healing, recognising that personal and collective wellbeing are inseparable.

Did you know that fear and stress could be the root of your back pain and tension? While we often blame poor posture or physical strain, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) teaches that emotions play a powerful role in our well-being. In TCM, the Kidneys are affected by fear and have a direct influence on the spine and lower back, meaning long-term stress and anxiety can weaken this vital energy—leading to tension, stiffness, and pain. This post explores how Shiatsu and Acupressure Massage can help you to release fear and emotionally rooted tension to create more ease for body, mind and spirit.