SHIATSU

Shiatsu is a deeply holistic form of bodywork that originates from Japan and is grounded in the principles of Chinese medicine. Central to this practice is the concept of **Ki** (also known as Qi or Chi) - the vital energy that flows within the body. Shiatsu focuses on the meridians, which are energy pathways linked to our vital organs.

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Along these pathways are acupressure points, and applying pressure to these points can create transformative changes, helping to restore balance and overall wellbeing.  

  

In a Shiatsu practice, the intention is to harmonise energy by tonifying (strengthening) areas of deficiency and dispersing (moving) areas of excess. This work addresses the whole person, supporting healing on physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual levels. Techniques include deep bodywork, thumb and hand pressure, stretches, and lighter energy healing, all tailored to the individual’s needs.

   

When energy becomes imbalanced, the body often communicates this through pain, stiffness, emotional overwhelm, or stagnation. Shiatsu helps to release these blocks, allowing the body to heal and the mind to find clarity.   

  

A Space for Release and Renewal   

"Our unprocessed experiences can get held in the body, calling for attention. Making contact with these abandoned places often facilitates a deep release and creates space for a new way of being."    

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This philosophy lies at the heart of my Shiatsu practice in Totnes. I see each session as a unique collaboration - a dance between practitioner and receiver. Guided by careful listening and attunement, I follow the body’s communication, letting my hands be directed by the movement of Ki. The treatment is always practiced on a futon mattress with the receiver fully dressed, ensuring comfort and ease.   

  

The Five Elements and a Holistic Approach   

A key aspect of my practice is drawing on the Five Elements transformation, a framework that offers profound insights into the patterns manifesting within the body. Each session is tailored to the receiver’s specific needs, whether addressing physical tension, emotional blockages, or energetic imbalances.   

  

My Journey with Shiatsu    

Shiatsu has been an integral part of my life for over a decade, continuously deepening my connection with Ki and offering profound personal insights. Since 2023, I have also been sharing this knowledge as a teacher at the International Macrobiotic School in Devon.   

If you’re looking to explore the practice of Shiatsu, I invite you to experience this transformative bodywork for yourself. Whether you seek physical relief, emotional balance, or a deeper sense of connection, Shiatsu offers a pathway to harmony and renewal.