A unique transformational bodywork experience
Zen Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a form of bodywork based on Traditional East Asian Medicine and Japanese Acupressure techniques. Gentle to firm pressure using thumbs, fingers, knuckles and palms is applied to meridians and pressure points throughout the body.
The aim of Shiatsu is to create a strong and unimpeded flow of energy (ki) throughout the body. This means to release tension or blockages that have built up or to generate energy where it has become deficient, thus restoring balance to our bodies. By using slow, rhythmic pressure, shaking, squeezing and nurturing techniques we can help to release tension and generate energy flow in the body.
Zen Shiatsu aims firstly to soothe the nervous system and then, in this more relaxed state identify the blockages and gently help to ease them out. Thus, giving your body greater freedom to expand into a more relaxed, conscious state of being.
Shiatsu works through all the layers of the body, giving you a wholesome, thorough bodywork experience. By operating at a deeper more internal level, the cells, blood vessels, muscles, pathways, sinews, organs and even the bones are acknowledged and stimulated. One client actually said to me once that they felt their bones had had a massage!
Breathing & Relaxation Techniques
Breathing and relaxation techniques can help us to access a deeper sense of ourselves, bringing us instantly into a present state and into our bodies.
Breathing deeply helps to bring more oxygen into our cells and therefore generates better blood flow. This then increases the quality of qi in our body, mind and sprit.
Transformational Counselling
Being able to express ourselves in an open, honest and safe space can enable us to gain great insight and self awareness.
This process can assist us in unblocking any obstacles that are preventing us from being truly empowered.
Meridian Stretches
In Traditional East Asian Medicine, meridians are energy pathways that flow throughout the body. These pathways are linked directly to our internal organs. Our organs all have a specific function and ultimately determine how we function. For example, if our liver is overworked and burdened by over processing then this will also be reflected in our state of being. Stimulating the meridians means that our organs are also stimulated.
Shiatsu involves lots of stretching.
There are specific stretches for each meridian. By stretching the body out we can create better energy flow around the whole body.
Zen
The ‘Zen’ symbolises the simplicity of it all. The breathing, the being, the sensing. The pure energy that we are.
It’s all about bringing the mind and the body back to the present moment. To what IS.
Creating a sense of peace and balance away from the clutter and chatter of every day busy life.
Connecting you with you.
Your Zen Shiatsu Therapy Practitioner
My name is Katrine and I am passionate obout transformational therapy & bodywork. I am incredibly lucky to have grown up receiving bodywork, and it is a tool that I have continued to use and benefit from throughout my life. I believe self realisation is our path and to experience this incredible existence in all its glory.
My main aim as a practitioner is to give you space to drop completely into who you are, without tension. In this state you can then experience a more spacious, present & conscious way of being.
The Benefits of Zen Shiatsu Bodywork
The Positive effects of Shiatsu are:
- Relief of pain/symptoms
- Feeling more energised
- Less tension
- Clearer thinking & clarity in general
- Emotional peace / calmness
- Better sleep
- Improvement in digestion, circulation, respiration & menstruation
- Better sense of general well being
Shiatsu can be beneficial for most things but has been found to be particularly effective for:
- Neck, shoulder and back pain
- Poor circulation, arthritis
- Respiratory conditions
- Headaches/migraines
- Anxiety, depression & emotional stress
- Muscular tension & joint stiffness
- Menstrual problems & reproductive issues
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Zen Shiatsu Bodywork is a unique therapeutic experience designed to realign your energy systems