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Weaving together Ayurveda, Yoga and foraging to support the journey to better health
I offer Ayurveda health consultations, herbal prescriptions and authentic treatments in my Somerset clinic (see below). I'm a full member of the Ayurvedic Professionals Association with a BSc in Ayurveda, as well as a yoga teacher. I also offer foraging and wildcrafting workshops, wellbeing workshops and Ayurveda courses. For testimonials see here.
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My clinic runs Tuesday- Friday at The Old Cider House, Batcombe BA4 6AB. On-line consultations are also available. You can book the following options here.
Initial health consultation
Covers symptoms, diet, lifestyle, work, family, mental/emotional well-being, energy levels, pulse and tongue analysis. A personalised dosha report, diet and lifestyle suggestions and herbal remedies prescription are given to address the root cause of imbalance and treat symptoms. A cleansing plan may also be advised. Most people also benefit from taking Ayurvedic herbs. An initial health questionnaire is sent in advance.
Follow up consultation
After assessing your response to diet changes and herbs, lifestyle ideas and recommended specialist treatments are now introduced. If symptoms are chronic (over 1 year) it’s likely herbs will be needed for at least 3-6 months. It is recommended to come for a follow up every 4 weeks.
Ayurvedic warm oil massage
Traditionally known as abhyanga, this uses firm strokes with hands, knuckles forearm & elbow with oil tailored to your needs. Reduces imbalances in the body, as well as being relaxing and rejuvenating. Ideal with stress, exhaustion, nervous system imbalance, muscular and joint pain. Starts with a herbal foot bath and is ideally followed by a hot bath when you get home and an early night!
Netra basti (eye nourishment)
Netra Basti (Akshi Tarpana) is a treatment when medicated or plain ghee are applied over and around the eyes held by a dough ring. In this unique treatment, luke-warm ghee is applied to the eye area and kept in place in a dough ring, the client is asked to blink so the eyes are cleansed and nourished by the ghee. This is a helpful treatment in a variety of eye conditions and is preceded by a head, neck and shoulder massage including relevant marma points.
Indian head massage
To relax, detoxify, destress, encourage healthy hair growth and balance energy. Includes the upper back, arms, shoulders, head, neck and facial marma (vital) points. Helps eyestrain, migraine, tension headaches, blocked sinuses, irritability, insomnia, and knotted shoulders. It triggers endorphin release, leading to contentment and happiness, and increases the alpha state of brain. Also includes an Ayurvedic herbal foot bath.
1:1 or couples yoga session
Yoga was traditionally taught on a 1:1 basis and this allows the session to be tailored to your physical and emotional needs (assessed via a health questionnaire beforehand). A complete asana practice is followed by pranayama (breathwork), meditation and relaxation/ Yoga nidra. You go home with a handout to support your home practice. You may also like to record the session yourself
Udvartana weight loss massage
It is a special type of dry powder massage to help you get rid of toxins through the largest organ in your body – your skin. Massage is done in an upward direction i.e. opposite to your hair growth to support detoxification and circulation. Supports a weight loss/ cellulite reduction programme, as well as rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions where there are undigested toxins in the body. It has a cleansing and rejuvenating effect. Includes a warm shower afterwards
Castor oil pack
A pack is placed on the skin to increase circulation, promote elimination and healing of the tissues and organs. Stimulates the liver, relieve pain, increase lymphatic circulation, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion. Helpful with uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts that are not cancerous, ovarian pain or help with healing after a ruptured ovarian cyst, endometriosis, headaches, liver disorders, constipation, intestinal disorders, gallbladder inflammation or stones, and conditions with poor elimination.
Pregnancy massage
A soothing oil massage to support the strains of pregnancy and help connect with your baby. Suitable for all stages of pregnancy, lying in a side position with pillows to provide extra comfort. Promotes relaxation and helps to reduce stress and anxiety. It can promote better sleep, improve circulation, reduce swelling, improve respiration, reduce shoulder tension and relieve musculoskeletal pain, particularly in the back, hips and pelvic areas.
Heart dhara
A circular form is placed on the chest, and warm medicated oil poured over the heart area. A head and foot massage is also given. This produces deep relaxation, effective for relieving anxiety, grief and fear and for calming the mind. As the heart is the emotional centre, repressed memories can be released. Its also a supportive treatment for high blood pressure, chest pain, palpitations and heart conditions. After, you take home the oil for self massages.
Nasya sinus treatment
This treatment involves a face massage and gentle steam followed by the administration of medicated oil into the nasal tract. Nasya helps in the treatment of sinus congestion, common cold, headaches, allergies and ailments of the head and neck region. It cleanses and rejuvenates the sense organs and improves memory and concentration. Includes head and facial marma massage.
Shirodhara
shirodhara treatment, which involves pouring of warm, medicated oil in a continuous stream onto the centre of the forehead. This deeply relaxing treatment helps to relieve tension, anxiety, insomnia and headache. It reduces high blood pressure, improves concentration and mental clarity, and also promotes hormonal balance. This treatment culminates with a gentle head and neck massage. Includes 1 litre of oil for future use. Recommended course of 3 treatments
Pinda sweda treatment
Therapeutic application of heat with poultice filled with warm herbs, massaged with over the whole body or around particular joints or areas of pain. Improves circulation, loosens toxins, reduces water retention, swelling and excess fat tissue, stimulates lymphatic drainage and relieves muscle and joint pain. The warmth also makes this treatment a very relaxing experience. Includes cost of 6 poultices which are stored for you and reused for 3 treatments which is the minimum recommended.
Basti on knee or other joints
Support ligaments, discs, nerves, blood vessels and bones of the lumbosacral region. ‘Basti’ refers to the process of holding warm medicated oil - an excellent solution for all types of back problems inc musculoskeletal and neurological back injuries, lower backache, Lumbar spondylitis, Spondylosis, slip disc, Intervertebral disc protrusion, nerve compression, sciatica etc.
Karna purana ('ear filling')
A head and facial massage is followed by a facial steam then warm herbal oil is applied in each ear. For all types of ear pain, tinnitus, vertigo & Iinsomnia. Karana Purana is contraindicated in the case of eardrum rupture, injury to the ear. If you experience itching, tickling or discomfort in the ear after the therapy, please note that this can be a normal response and will stop after some time.
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