Shiatsu Sessions in Colchester Essex

Helen Rebello of Shitasu 4 Life has a background in Western medicine and has been practicing complementary and conventional medicines working concurrently for several years. It was during her time working as a sonographer, that she became increasingly impressed with results that she saw from people who were having complementary therapies in tandem with western medical treatment.

Having experienced many types of complementary medicine over the years, Helen Rebello eventually discovered Shiatsu, and felt that it offered a safe, effective and enjoyable approach to wellbeing, backed up by countless years of theory.

She gained her Shiatsu Practitioner Diploma in February 2007, after 3 intense years study with the British School of Shiatsu-Do and now offers Shiatsu treatments to wide number of clients in Essex and Suffolk.

Shiatsu is a non-invasive, holistic Japanese therapy, merging Western anatomy and physiology knowledge with ancient Oriental medical philosophy. Shiatsu translates as 'finger pressure' and the essence of Shiatsu is simply communication through touch.

Shiatsu treats a wide range of physical conditions such as: Back pain and postural issues, Migraines/ stress induced headaches, Whiplash/ neck & shoulder stiffness, Sports and general injuries, Work-related injuries including RSI, Joint pain and reduced mobility, Menstrual and reproductive problems, Digestive disorders, Asthmatic and respiratory problems, Post viral conditions, Chronic fatigue syndrome.

Shiatsu also offers a calm, safe space to address emotional/mental issues, such as:Depression and anxiety, Low self esteem, Tiredness and low energy levels, Insomnia and other sleeping disorders, Frustration, Lack of direction, Stress related problems, Grief, Detoxification and overcoming addiction.

The session takes place in a calm, light and airy treatment room, and is conducted on a futon mattress at floor level, with additional support as appropriate from body cushions. A specialist chair is also available for some treatments, or for when an individual cannot lie on the floor. There is no need to remove any clothing.