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"Joanna is a most esteemed professional and practitioner of Ayurveda and yoga. A very warm and genuine human being. Her sessions are informed, meticulous with great attention to detail and a very quick level of understanding of her clients' needs and issues. Her follow-ups are comprehensive and very supportive. Ayurveda is the only practice and treatment that has helped me reduce and eliminate my skin and metabolic conditions. Most grateful to Joanna. Highly recommended" (MC)
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Ayurveda wellbeing clinic
Tues-Fri 9-6pm The Old Cider House, Batcombe BA4 6AB
'Ayurveda’ is a Sanskrit word, meaning ‘the knowledge of life’ and is the world’s oldest holistic healthcare system. Ayurveda’s timeless wisdom offers us a ‘Users Manual’ for how to get the most out of life. It offers a simple approach, without being simplistic. It can support with most health issues, including the following:
Digestion
Ayurveda places balanced digestion at the heart of health and can support with all digestive issues including healthy weight management, IBS, constipation, acidity, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
Fatigue and sleep issues
We live in an over stimulated world and its hard to get the right rest we may need. Ayurveda takes a holistic view to nourishing the nervous system through herbs, warm oil massage and other treatments, a nourishing diet, yoga, mantra and breath practices.
Detoxification
Most people benefit from a short period of cleansing through diet and herbs. This helps remove 'ama' (toxins) before more nourishing 'rasayana' treatments can be given. You will be fully supported during this process.
Women's Health
Ayurveda can support with period issues, infertility, pre-conception and pregnancy care, menopause transition and beyond. It can also help with fibroids, endometriosis and other more specific hormonal issues.
Skin issues
Most skin issues can be improved through honouring the gut/ skin connection- with diet and lifestyle support, as well as cleansing herbs and treatments.
Anxiety and Stress
A diet, lifestyle and herbal approach can support wherever you are on the spectrum of mental health and well-being. It can also support with related headaches and migraines.
To book the following, fill in the contact form below
Gift vouchers available and 10% off any treatment when booked with initial consultation or follow up.
Please get in touch to discuss concession prices or home visits where needed
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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. 90 minutes for £90
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. There is also 10% off any treatment when booked with a follow up 60 minutes for £60
Ayurvedic warm oil massage
A deep massage using 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! Joint treatments (basti) can be added as required 75 minutes for £60 and 90 minutes for £72
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. 60 minutes for £50 or can be combined as part of warm oil massage
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. 60 minutes £50
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 75 minutes £60
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 60 minutes for £60
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. £5 addition to any lying down treatment
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. 75 minutes £60 Ayurvedic pregnancy and post partum programmes also available.
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. £60 (60 minutes)
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. £50 (60 minutes) or combine as part of warm oil 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 £60 (60 minutes) inc 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. Includes a warm shower after. 60 minutes for £60
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. 60 minutes for £60 or can be combined as part of warm oil massage
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. £50 (60 minutes) or can be combined as part of warm oil massage
To book fill in the contact form below suggesting some suitable timings Tues-Fri 9-6pm or email joanna@joannawebber.com
Ayurveda clinic Info
Opening times
Days
Address
9am-6pm
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Friday
The Old Cider House, Kale St, Batcombe BA4 6AB