HolisticTreats

Mother's Day Pamper Treats at Ilford Sports Club, 1-5pm on Sunday 22nd March

2009-03-22T02:03:00.007Z

Pamper yourself and your Mum, Nan, Aunty or Daughter with a lovely therapy taster this Mother's Day!

I'm joining Blac 'n' Blanco Association to offer Reflexology, Indian Head Massage and Reiki tasters at Ilford Sports Club for the afternoon, and there will be plenty of other special treats too: manicure, pedicure, facials and more.

Make sure you're at the front of the que - the first 20 ladies will receive a free goody bag, but don't worry if you miss out - there's a consolation prize for everyone - a complimentary drink to celebrate the day!

The venue is

Ilford Sports Club
(opposite Cauliflower Pub)

468 High Rd, Ilford IG11UE

£2 admission fee

tasters are £5 each

Get in touch with me on

07791 879 256

holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

or Margarita on

0845 833 5465

http://www.blacnblanco.co.uk/

Happy Mother's Day!

International Women's Day Celebrations @ Leytonstone Library on Sunday the 8th of March

2009-03-06T14:26:00.004Z

Come along and celebrate with us at the Leytonstone Library on Sunday the 8th March, 12-4pm, to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women.

If your mum, sister or wife lives in the area, send her for a free therapy taster - the Library is sponsoring me and a colleague to provide reflexology, head & shoulder massage and reiki tasters between 1 and 3pm.

To find out everything about this international celebratory day visit http://www.internationalwomensday.com/

For further information you can contact:

Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT

07791 879 256

holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

Jonathan Bell, Manager

Leytonstone Library

6 Church Lane

Leytonstone E11 1HG

0208 496 1190

FREE mind, body & soul WORKSHOPS @ Leytonstone Library, London E11

2009-03-02T23:00:00.004Z

7-9pm Wednesday 4th March
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLBEING
Presentation on the benefits of holistic therapies and how they can be used safely at home for stress relief & relaxation, to maintain general health & wellbeing naturally.
This talk will also cover SELF-DEVELOPMENT, focusing on the benefits of MEDITATION and MINDFULNESS, the use of AFFIRMATIONS and metaphysical aspects of life such as INTUITION. There will also be a brief explanation of REIKI, COLOUR, CHAKRAS & CRYSTALS, and some hot topics such as MANIFESTATION and COSMIC ORDERING.

7-9pm Wednesday 11th March
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE – includes simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty

7-9pm Wednesday 18th March
REIKI – find out what it is and how it works –how anyone can become connected to it - how you can use Reiki for self-development, self-healing and treating others

7-9pm Wednesday 25th March
REFLEXOLOGY – demo and easy hand reflexology self-treatment tips

7-9pm Wednesday 1st April
AROMATHERAPY & NATURAL SKINCARE + practical demo of how to make a simple balm at home + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips

Contact: Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT
Holistic Therapy Practitioner & Lecturer
Tel: 07791 879 256
Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Jonathan Bell, Manager
Leytonstone Library
Church Lane, Leytonstone
E11 1HG
Tel: 0208 496 1190

VALENTINES’ WEEKEND SPECIAL OFFER: 3-HOURS PAMPER PACKAGE only £100

2009-02-14T00:43:00.005Z

This blissful treat gives you a choice of combining hot oil and crystals aromatherapy massage, reflexology, Indian head massage, chakra balancing and reiki plus holistic facial massage or back scrub, to make you feel completely renewed and elated.

All of that for only £100

To book call Ersilia on 07791 879 256
holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

HolisticTreats Therapy Gift Vouchers

2008-11-28T06:09:00.010Z

Oh well, it’s that time of year again!

I can just about hear you think: what to buy? What do they like? How much can I afford? Do I have the time, the energy or the will to run around looking for gifts that may end up at the bottom of a cupboard?

If you really want to present someone a gift that’s truly personal, tailored to their very needs, to soothe their mind, body & soul, consider buying a HolisticTreats Gift Voucher.

The recipient will have a choice of sampling aromatherapy, Indian head massage, reflexology, reiki, chakra balancing or enjoying a fusion treatment combining bodywork and energy balancing. The gift vouchers can also be redeemed against the cost of bespoke aromatherapy products/natural skincare or part/purchase reiki training courses.

This year I’m making two kinds of therapy gift vouchers available to you:

● Standard £10 and £20 Gift Vouchers –
these are printed and endorsed by the FHT (Federation of Holistic Therapists), the UK’s largest professional therapist association, of which I am a longstanding vetted member. The vouchers are professional, stylish and unisex, suitable for work/office environments, to reward staff or colleagues and show your care for their personal wellbeing; they’re also a nice and easy way to indulge your friends and family.

● Personalised Electronic Gift Vouchers issued to the value specified by the buyer and emailed to the recipient of the gift with a little message –a great personal touch that can be delivered even at the last minute! All you need to do is email me the name of the person, their email address, how much you would like to spend and the message you would like to be sent with your email voucher. You will then receive a PayPal payment request by email so you can purchase your voucher securely online, whether you have a PayPal account or not. On receipt of payment I will send an email voucher with your message to the gift recipient.

Terms & Conditions
HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers are individually numbered and valid for 12 months from issue date.
Vouchers are valid for purchase or part-purchase of HolisticTreats services and products only (therapy treatments, reiki training or aromatherapy/ natural products) and cannot be exchanged for cash, either in full or in part. The beneficiary will need to contact me to make an appointment and present the original voucher for redemption.

YOUR VERY OWN REWARD IS £5 OFF EVERY £50 YOU SPEND IN ONE TRANSACTION on HolisticTreats services and products, including your own therapy sessions, reiki training and gifts to your friends & family.

THERAPY TREATMENT RATES

TASTERS from £10

Aromatherapy Massage £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min £65/120min

DELUXE AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min

HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min

REIKI £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min £65/120min

Aromatherapy + Reiki Massage £35/35min £50/60min £65/90min

Reflexology £15/20min £35/60min

DELUXE REFLEXOLOGY £45/90mins (includes foot soak, exfoliation & mask treatment)

ENERGY BOOST (Reflexology +Reiki) £30/30min £45/60min

Chakra Balancing £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min £65/120min

Indian Head Massage £15/20min £30/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki

DELUXE INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE £40/60mins

Holistic Facial Massage £25/30min £35/60min(includes therapy taster)

HOLISTIC FACIAL + BODY MASSAGE £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min

PHOENIX (signature treat)- a 2 1/2 hr session combining aromatherapy massage, reflexology, Indian head massage, with reiki running throughout the 150min treatment £95

REIKI PROFESSIONAL TRAINING COURSES

Reiki Level 1(SHODEN)
SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS & ONE-TO-ONE LIVE TRAINING £140
CORRESPONDENCE COURSE £110

Reiki Level 2(OKUDEN)
SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS & ONE-TO-ONE LIVE TRAINING £170
CORRESPONDENCE COURSE £130

Reiki Level 3 (SHINPIDEN) Master Teacher Level
SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS & ONE-TO-ONE LIVE TRAINING £400
CORRESPONDENCE COURSE £320

HolisticTreats professional reiki training courses integrate Western and original Japanese techniques and award you a reputable Western lineage and a rare and very short Japanese lineage, thus providing a solid foundation for your Reiki practice. You will receive a comprehensive multimedia study pack providing theory, detailed information on the practical work you will be carrying out, with full instructions, as well as ongoing support as a student. On completion of training you will receive a certificate and unlimited free weekly empowerments afterwards.

To check availability and book a scheduled workshop, one-to-one live course or correspondence course, to request courses outlines, lineages and for any other enquiries, contact Ersilia Arjocan on

07791 879 256 or holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

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Based in Leytonstone E11, within easy reach from Central London (25min on Central Line from Oxford Circus, 20min from Bank), the City (15min from Liverpool Street), Docklands (25min from Canary Wharf, 20min from Canning Town or Poplar) and anywhere in East London: Leyton E10 – Forest Gate E7 - Mile End - Whitechapel - East Ham – Upton Park - Stratford E15 – Hackney E9 – Wanstead – South Woodford E18 – Walthamstow E17 – Chingford – Loughton IG10 - Buckhurst Hill - Chigwell - Redbridge – Snaresbrook - Gants Hill - Ilford - Romford, etc

HolisticTreats Therapy Tasters, 1:30 - 3:30 on Saturdays @ Leytonstone Library, East London

2008-11-11T11:23:00.008Z

Come along and try

Indian Head Massage

Reflexology or Reiki

November 15th, 22nd & 29th
December 6th, 13th & 20th

£5 per taster

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers will also be available to purchase - show your loved ones you care for their wellbeing!

Contact:

Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT

Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner

Tel: 07791 879 256
Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Jonathan Bell, Manager
Leytonstone Library
Church Lane, Leytonstone
London E11 1HG
0208 496 1190

HolisticTreats Mind, Body & Soul November – December schedule of FREE Workshops @ Leytonstone Library, East London

2008-11-11T10:31:00.011Z

EVERYBODY'S WELCOME!

Mind
Body &
Soul

7-9pm Wednesday 12th November
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLBEING
Presentation on the benefits of holistic therapies and how they can be used safely at home for stress relief & relaxation, to maintain general health & wellbeing naturally.

This talk will also cover SELF-DEVELOPMENT, focusing on the benefits of MEDITATION and MINDFULNESS, the use of AFFIRMATIONS and metaphysical aspects of life such as INTUITION. There will also be a brief explanation of REIKI, COLOUR, CHAKRAS & CRYSTALS, and de-mystifying some hot topics such as MANIFESTATION and COSMIC ORDERING.

7-9pm Wednesday 19th November
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE – includes simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty

7-9pm Wednesday 26th November
REIKI – find out what it is and how it works –how anyone can become connected to it - how you can use Reiki for self-development, self-healing and treating others

7-9pm Wednesday 10th December
REFLEXOLOGY - demo and easy hand reflexology tips + a self-healing meditation technique

7-9pm Wednesday 17th December
AROMATHERAPY & NATURAL SKINCARE + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural products will also be available

Contact: Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT
Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner
Tel: 07791 879 256

Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com

Jonathan Bell, Manager

Leytonstone Library

Church Lane, Leytonstone

London E11 1HG

0208 496 1190

CAR FREE DAY FESTIVAL, 1-7pm on Sunday 21st September, Leytonstone town centre

2008-09-13T01:57:00.005+01:00

Come along and enjoy all kinds of free entertainment, music, dance, cycling stunt displays, arts & crafts, ice sculpture, food from around the world and much, much more.

I'll be holding free clinic on the day, so you can come and find out more about holistic health and wellbeing, specific therapies and if they can help you, try some natural skincare and a reflexology, Indian head massage or reiki taster.

To find out more about the Car Free Day call 0208 496 3000 or visit www.walthamforest.gov.uk/car-free-day

To get in touch with me,
call/text 07791 879 256 or
email to holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

FREE HolisticTreats Natural Health & Beauty Workshops @ Leytonstone Library Sept/Oct 08

2008-09-13T01:40:00.004+01:00

7-9pm Wednesday 17th September
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLBEING
Presentation on the benefits of holistic therapies and how they can be used safely at home for stress relief and relaxation, to maintain general health & wellbeing naturally

7-9pm Wednesday 24th September
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE – includes simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty

7-9pm Wednesday 8th October
REIKI – find out what it is and how it works –how anyone can become connected to it - how you can use Reiki for self-development, self-healing and treating others

7-9pm Wednesday 15th October
REFLEXOLOGY - demo and easy hand reflexology tips + a self-healing meditation technique

7-9pm Wednesday 22nd October
AROMATHERAPY & NATURAL SKINCARE + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural products will also be available (readymade or bespoke)

Contact: Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT
Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner
Tel: 07791 879 256
Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com

or

Jonathan Bell, Manager
Leytonstone Library
Church Lane
Leytonstone E11 1HG
0208 496 1190

Therapy Tasters on Saturdays, 1:30 – 3:30pm at the Leytonstone Library from September 20th

2008-09-13T01:06:00.006+01:00

HolisticTreats
THERAPY TASTERS

Come along
and try an
Indian Head Massage

Chakra Balancing
Reflexology or Reiki Taster
@
Leytonstone Library
1:30-3:30pm on Saturdays

20th & 27th September

4th , 11th , 18th & 25th of October

£5 PER TASTER

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural skincare will also be available

Contact:

Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT

Holistic Therapy Practitioner
Tel: 07791 879 256

Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Jonathan Bell, Manager

Leytonstone Library

Church Lane

Leytonstone E11 1HG

0208 496 1190

BOOK YOUR REIKI 1, 2 or 3 COURSE IN JULY AND GET A FREE REIKI MEDITATIONS CD WORTH £11.99

2008-07-21T12:20:00.005+01:00

Hi everyone,

Many of you have registered an interest in my reiki courses, so I'd like to make it a little lighter on your pocket and easier for me to plan ahead by offering you the chance to save a bit (prices will go up in September), have enough time to read through the manual and listen to the course audio CD, and receive a bonus Reiki Meditations CD - all you have to do for now is confirm your booking.

You don't need to specify the exact course date at this stage, especially if it's a one-to-one, but it would help to have a rough idea - please see current schedules below.

To book a live course (scheduled or one-to-one) a £60 non-refundable deposit is required - the balance is due on the course day. Correspondence courses are to be paid in full in advance.

On receipt of your payment you will be sent the course materials (manual and audio CD or DVD) and the bonus CD.

Please get in touch by email holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk or call/text me on 07949 599 329 to check availability and make necessary arrangements.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Love & Light,

Ersilia

Professional Reiki 1(Shoden), Reiki 2(Okuden) and Reiki 3 Master Teacher(Shinpiden) Courses in East London

2008-06-29T13:58:00.018+01:00

HolisticTreats offer: Aromatherapy Massage – Reflexology - Indian Head Massage – Holistic Facial Massage - Reiki – Chakra Balancing – Portfolio Combination/Fusion Treatments – Natural Skincare – Gift Vouchers – Natural Health & Beauty Workshops – REIKI TRAINING

Based in East London, Leytonstone E11, within easy reach from Leyton E10 – Forest Gate E7 - Stratford E15 – Hackney E9 – Wanstead – South Woodford E18 – Walthamstow E17 – Chingford – Loughton IG10

Your Reiki Master Teacher will be awarded therapist, Ersilia Arjocan, an experienced Holistic Complementary Medicine Practitioner with a solid background in both bodywork and energy healing

Qualifications: Reiki Master Teacher and level 3 diplomas in Aromatherapy & Body Massage(IIHHT), Indian Head Massage(IIHHT) and Reflexology(AOR); Award Certificate for Outstanding Results in Learning

Contact: tel/text 07791 879 256 for faster response

holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Reiki (pronounced “ray-key”) means Universal Life Force Energy, and the therapist’s ability to bring about healing is gained through energy attunements (Western style) or empowerments (original Japanese method), which open and clear a channel in the giver for energy to flow through to wherever it is most needed in the receiver.

The healing occurs on a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual level, which makes REIKI a HOLISTIC APPROACH TO WELLBEING.

The UNIVERSAL LIFE-FORCE ENERGY is known as CHI in China, KI in Japan, PRANA in India, DIVINE LIGHT or BREATH OF LIFE in Christian cultures, and nowadays we also refer to it as BIOENERGY or COSMIC ENERGY.

Anybody can receive reiki, but only those who have been empowered or attuned can practise reiki. A reiki treatment is a temporary connection to the universal energy source, which balances you and helps you heal faster and better; an empowerment or attunement establishes a permanent connection to REIKI, enabling you to heal yourself and help others for the rest of your life.

Anybody can be connected to and practise reiki on themselves and others – there are no pre-requisites – people decide to learn reiki for reasons as varied as self-development, self-healing, a desire to help others and even curiosity.

First developed in the early 20th century by Mikao Usui in Japan as a “Method to Achieve Personal Perfection”, REIKI teaches us mindfulness, oneness, living in the present, to accept and be part of change, it connects you to your inner wisdom and puts you in touch with your real self – from this position of power, you can make life-changing decisions for your highest good.

Over the last century REIKI has evolved into an accepted healing art and considered an established therapy in the West. Although a reiki treatment may look and feel like spiritual or faith healing, religion is not the driving force and personal beliefs are not the source or way of healing - this makes the system open to people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, gender or creed, to give and receive reiki.

HolisticTreats Professional Reiki Training Courses integrate Western and original Japanese techniques and award you a reputable Western lineage and a rare and very short Japanese lineage, thus providing a solid foundation for your Reiki practice.

You will receive a comprehensive multimedia study pack providing theory, detailed information on the practical work you will be carrying out, with full instructions, as well as ongoing support as a student.

On completion of your training you will receive a certificate and unlimited free weekly empowerments afterwards.

Courses can be taken in a small group or individually.

For each course there are three options you can choose from:

- Scheduled workshops are live courses that allow you to train with me within a small group setting.
- One to One Sessions provide individual training with me when it suits you.
- Correspondence Courses that allow you to study over a period of several weeks, in your own home at your own pace.

Ideally, you’ll receive your multimedia study pack a week or two before your live course, so that you get the chance to familiarise yourself with the theory, thus leaving as much time as possible for practice on the course day, for you to gain more hands-on experience and confidence than people on other courses. But do not worry in case you join a live course workshop at very short notice - the multimedia pack will still prove to be of great support for your practice after attending the course.

COURSE FEES:

Reiki 1(SHODEN)

SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS & ONE-TO-ONE TRAINING £125

(£140 from September)

CORRESPONDENCE COURSE £110

Reiki 2(OKUDEN)

SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS & ONE-TO-ONE TRAINING £150

(£170 from September)

CORRESPONDENCE COURSE £130

Reiki 3 (SHINPIDEN)

Master Teacher Level

SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS & ONE-TO-ONE TRAINING £350

(£400 from November)

CORRESPONDENCE COURSE £320

A £60 non-refundable deposit is required when booking any live course(scheduled or one-to-one), and the balance is due on the course day. Correspondence courses are to be paid in full in advance. On receipt of your payment you will be sent the course materials.

2008 SCHEDULED WORKSHOPS

Reiki 1(SHODEN) 1 DAY LIVE COURSE

31st August

28th September

26th October

23rd November

14th December

Reiki 2(OKUDEN) 1 DAY LIVE COURSE

7th September

12th October

2nd November

7th December

28th December

Reiki 3 (SHINPIDEN) Master Teacher Level

2-DAYS LIVE COURSE

14th & 21st September

9th & 16th November

To check availability and book a scheduled workshop, one-to-one live course or correspondence course, to request courses outlines, copies of the two lineages and any other enquiries, contact Ersilia Arjocan on 07791 879 256 or holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

HolisticTreats THERAPY TASTERS @ LEYTONSTONE LIBRARY

2008-06-13T13:25:00.002+01:00

HolisticTreats THERAPY TASTERS – 1:30-3:30pm on Saturdays
Dates: 21st & 28th JUNE, 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th JULY

Come along and try an Indian Head Massage, Reflexology or Reiki short treatment + you can test natural skincare while waiting for your treat

£5 per therapy taster

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural skincare will also be available (readymade or to order)

Venue: Leytonstone Library, Church Lane, Leytonstone E11 1HG – within easy reach from East London e10 e11 e15 e17 e18 IG10

Leytonstone tube station on Central Line
Buses: W13, W14, W15, W16, W19, 257, 145, 66

Local map: http://streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=539344&y=187397&z=0&sv=E11+1HG&st=2&pc=E11+1HG&mapp=newmap.srf&searchp=newsearch.srf

Contacts:

Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT/FHT
Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner
07949 599 329
holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
http://holistictreats.blogspot.com

Jonathan Bell, Library Manager
Leytonstone Library, Church Lane
Leytonstone E11 1HG
020 8496 1190

FREE HolisticTreats Natural Health and Beauty Workshops @ Leytonstone Library, East London

2008-06-13T13:02:00.006+01:00

mind

body &

soul

SCHEDULE:

7-9pm Wednesday 18th JUNE
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLBEING
Presentation on the benefits of holistic therapies and how they can be used safely at home for stress relief and relaxation, to maintain general health & wellbeing naturally

7-9pm Wednesday 25th JUNE
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE – includes simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty

7-9pm Wednesday 2nd JULY
REIKI – find out what it is and how it works –how anyone can become connected to it - how you can use Reiki for self-development, self-healing and treating others

7-9pm Wednesday 9th JULY
REFLEXOLOGY - demo and easy hand reflexology tips + a self-healing meditation technique

7-9pm Wednesday 16th JULY
AROMATHERAPY & NATURAL SKINCARE + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips

7-9pm Wednesday 23rd JULY
PAMPER SWAP PARTY
Open to all attendees of the previous workshops and everyone else

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural products will also be available (readymade or bespoke)

Venue: Leytonstone Library, Church Lane, Leytonstone E11 1HG – within easy reach from East London e10 e11 e15 e17 e18 IG10

Leytonstone tube station on Central Line
Buses: W13, W14, W15, W16, W19, 257, 145, 66

Local map: http://streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=539344&y=187397&z=0&sv=E11+1HG&st=2&pc=E11+1HG&mapp=newmap.srf&searchp=newsearch.srf

Contacts:

Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT/FHT
Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner
07949 599 329
holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Jonathan Bell, Library Manager
Leytonstone Library, Church Lane
Leytonstone E11 1HG
020 8496 1190

Indian Head Massage, Reflexology & Reiki Therapy Tasters on Saturday afternoons @ Leytonstone Library

2008-04-21T18:24:00.004+01:00

HolisticTreats
THERAPY TASTERS

Come along and try an
Indian Head Massage
Reflexology or
Reiki Taster
@
Leytonstone Library
1:30-3:30pm on Saturdays
26th of APRIL
3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th of MAY

£5 PER TASTER

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural skincare will also be available

Contact: Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT
Holistic Therapy Practitioner
Tel: 07949 599 329
Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Jonathan Bell, Manager
Leytonstone Library
Church Lane
Leytonstone E11 1HG
0208 4961190

FREE Holistic Health & Natural Beauty Workshops, 7-9pm On Wednesdays @ Leytonstone Library

2008-04-21T17:51:00.006+01:00

7-9pm Wednesday 23rd April
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLBEING
Presentation on the benefits of holistic therapies and how they can be used safely at home for stress relief and relaxation, to maintain general health & wellbeing naturally

7-9pm Wednesday 30th April
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE – includes simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty

7-9pm Wednesday 7th May
REIKI – find out what it is and how it works –how anyone can become connected to it - how you can use Reiki for self-development, self-healing and treating others

7-9pm Wednesday 14th May
REFLEXOLOGY - demo and easy hand reflexology tips + a self-healing meditation technique

7-9pm Wednesday 21st May
AROMATHERAPY & NATURAL SKINCARE + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips

7-9pm Wednesday 28th May
PAMPER SWAP PARTY Open to all attendees of the previous workshops and everyone else

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural products will also be available (readymade or bespoke)

Contact: Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT
Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner
Tel: 07949 599 329
Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Jonathan Bell, Manager
Leytonstone Library
Church Lane
Leytonstone E11 1HG
0208 4961190

20pct OFF or 3for2 EASTER SPECIAL OFFER on Deluxe HolisticTreats THERAPY GIFT VOUCHERS: MASSAGE AROMATHERAPY REIKI REFLEXOLOGY INDIAN HEAD EAST LONDON

2008-03-21T15:03:00.007Z

Treat yourself and your loved ones to a Holistic Therapy Treat this Easter break!

Aromatherapy Massage – Reflexology - Indian Head Massage – Holistic Facial Massage - Reiki – Chakra Balancing – Portfolio Combination Treatments – Natural Skincare – HolisticTreats Therapy Gift Vouchers

easy reach from Leytonstone E11 – Leyton E10 – Stratford E15 – Hackney E9 – Wanstead – South Woodford E18 – Walthamstow E17 – Chingford – Loughton IG10 and most of East London

Contact: tel/text 07949 599 329 for faster response

holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

DELUXE REFLEXOLOGY – a 90 minutes special treat including a pre-treatment pamper session with a range of 100% natural and organic products to refresh and nourish your feet – this may consist of a foot soak with Dead Sea salt and organic hydrosols (luxurious and elating rose & neroli or cooling and healing organic peppermint & tea tree), followed by exfoliation (may include sea salt, vitamin-rich seaweed, soothing calamine, moisturising unrefined sugars and honey, healing plants and remineralising and protein replenishing oats or other grains) and finally a moisturising mask, which may be warm honey with essential oils, a high performance moisturising cream (handmade 100% natural base cream customised with aromatherapy oils to suit your requirements) or a seaweed mask for tired and puffy feet. Then you should be ready for the real treat!

DELUXE INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE is a 60 minutes treatment carried out on a comfy beauty couch, it includes an upper back, neck & shoulder and facial massage, a hair and scalp treatment with nourishing oils blended to suit your requirements (relaxation, balancing, stress relief, head clearing, etc. or to treat specific conditions) and closes with reiki chakra balancing, to realign and replenish your energies. Pure bliss!

DELUXE AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE is a wonderfully pampering treat, with bespoke essential oil blends in a deeply moisturising 100% natural base cream, massage lotion, balm or organic butters (cocoa, shea, mango, etc) instead of carrier oil – this should make you feel relaxed and truly cared for, and leave your skin soft, moisturised, pliable and replenished.

HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE TREATS
This holistic fusion treatment combines soothing heat, light touch or deep tissue massage, aromatherapy and energy balancing to restore your general health & wellbeing:
THAI-style HERBAL COMPRESSES are bundles of beneficial herbs and spices that are steamed to release both fat- and water-soluble active ingredients of selected plants: stimulate your mind, body & soul with an energy boost blend of ginger, lemongrass, camphor & cinnamon; find stress relief with basil, peppermint, ylang ylang & may chang or sensual luxury with jasmine, ylang ylang, lime & nutmeg.
PINDA SVEDA-style HOT RICE BAGS – traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, rice bag massage is applied to various parts of the body and energy centres; the rice can be plain or mixed with beneficial herbs and spices known to heal specific conditions. The hot compresses are used during massage with hot oils.
RUSSIAN-style WARM BUCKWHEAT MASSAGE is said to have an antidepressant and detoxing effect. The dry heat compresses are applied to various parts of the body to warm up before massage, and then used to create a rocking, wave-like movement throughout the treatment.
The ENGLISH GARDEN blend of rose petals, geranium, chamomile, lavender & calendula can be used as a steamed compress for a luxuriant moisturising effect or heated with barley & other grains for profound relaxation and stress relief.
MEDITERRANEAN DEEP HEAT compresses with healing, pain-relieving and revitalising herbs such as rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage and bay could prove to be a real winter warmer.
SLEEP WELL after a warm lavender, chamomile & vetiver compress massage.
DETOX & TONE UP with a hot seaweed, rosemary, geranium & citrus rice bag massage.

PRICE GUIDE & SPECIAL OFFERS
Aromatherapy Massage £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min £65/120min
DELUXE AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min
HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min
Reiki £20/30min £35/60min
Aromatherapy + Reiki Massage £35/35min £50/60min £65/90min
Reflexology £15/20min £35/60min
DELUXE REFLEXOLOGY £45/90mins (includes foot soak, exfoliation & mask treatment)ENERGY BOOST (Reflexology +Reiki) £25/30min £40/60min
Chakra Balancing £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki
Indian Head Massage £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki DELUXE INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE £40/60minsHolistic Facial Massage £25/30min £35/60min(includes therapy taster)
PHŒNIX (signature treat)- a 2 1/2 hr session combining various therapies £75

BOOK A COURSE OF 6 TREATMENTS AND GET A 7TH TREATMENT FREE

PAYMENT – CASH PREFERRED, CHEQUE WITH GUARANTEE CARD ACCEPTED

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers are valid for 12 months from issue date. Vouchers are individually issued to the value you designate (min £5) and can only be redeemed against or contribute towards the full price of treatments and products provided; not redeemable for cash.

“3 for 2” offers, when made available, are “mix & match” to suit your preferences and budget – the cheapest choice is free – upfront full payment is required.

HolisticTreats Therapy Tasters at Leytonstone Library

2008-03-21T14:33:00.004Z

Hi everybody,

Thank you for taking part in the Holistic Health & Natural Beauty Workshops held on Wednesday evenings throughout February & March at Leytonstone Library.

For those who missed out on any of the free workshops, there's a new series coming up in April.

If you just need a quick relaxation treat before Easter, there are two more HolisticTreats Therapy Taster sessions held at the Leytonstone Library - one on Saturday 22nd and one on the 29th of March 2008 - 1:30 to 3:30pm - £5 per taster - Indian head massage, reiki or reflexology.

I'm also working throughout this Easter break, so don't hesitate to contact me if you need a full treatment or would like to pamper your loved one with one of the deluxe HolisticTreats.

Thanks again and have a lovely Easter break!

Lots of Love,

Ersilia

Looking for a bespoke Love Token for your Valentine? "3 for 2" special offer on Deluxe HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers

2008-02-08T11:09:00.000Z

Spoil yourself and your special

Valentine with a magic touch of

luxury!

More than one Valentine?

Buy 3 treats for the price of 2!

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers make brilliant love tokens, as they provide bespoke treatments, so your loved one receives exactly the care and attention that she or he needs.

The customized session, whether aromatherapy, reflexology, Indian head massage, hot oil & aromacompress massage, reiki, chakra balancing, holistic facial or an individually designed fusion treat is not just an indulgence meant to spoil them, but also a truly holistic experience, healing and nurturing mind, body and soul, and they'll love you even more for it.

For this year's Valentine's Day I've launched a line of
Deluxe HolisticTreats that you might fancy

for your loved one(s?) and yourself, so there's a

"3 for 2" special offer

available until the 14th Feb,

Hurry up if you want to take advantage of it!

Here's what you should look forward to:

DELUXE REFLEXOLOGY – a 90 minutes special treat including a pre-treatment pamper session with a range of 100% natural and organic products to refresh and nourish your feet – this may consist of a foot soak with Dead Sea salt and organic hydrosols (luxurious and elating rose & neroli or cooling and healing organic peppermint & tea tree), followed by exfoliation (may include sea salt, vitamin-rich seaweed, soothing calamine, moisturising unrefined sugars and honey, healing plants and remineralising and protein replenishing oats or other grains) and finally a moisturising mask, which may be warm honey with essential oils, a high performance moisturising cream (handmade 100% natural base cream customised with aromatherapy oils to suit your requirements) or a seaweed mask for tired and puffy feet. Then you should be ready for the real treat!

DELUXE INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE is a 60 minutes treatment carried out on a comfy beauty couch, it includes an upper back, neck & shoulder and facial massage, a hair and scalp treatment with nourishing oils blended to suit your requirements (relaxation, balancing, stress relief, head clearing, etc. or to treat specific conditions) and closes with reiki chakra balancing, to realign and replenish your energies. Pure bliss!

DELUXE AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE is a wonderfully pampering treat, with bespoke essential oil blends in a deeply moisturising 100% natural base cream, massage lotion, balm or organic butters (cocoa, shea, mango, etc) instead of carrier oil – this should make you feel relaxed and truly cared for, and leave your skin soft, moisturised, pliable and replenished.

DELUXE HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE TREATS This holistic fusion treatment combines soothing heat, light touch or deep tissue massage, aromatherapy and energy balancing to restore your general health & wellbeing:

THAI-style HERBAL COMPRESSES are bundles of beneficial herbs and spices that are steamed to release both fat- and water-soluble active ingredients of selected plants: stimulate your mind, body & soul with an energy boost blend of ginger, lemongrass, camphor & cinnamon; find stress relief with basil, peppermint, ylang ylang & may chang or sensual luxury with jasmine, ylang ylang, lime & nutmeg.
PINDA SVEDA-style HOT RICE BAGS – traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, rice bag massage is applied to various parts of the body and energy centres; the rice can be plain or mixed with beneficial herbs and spices known to heal specific conditions. The hot compresses are used during massage with hot oils.
RUSSIAN-style WARM BUCKWHEAT MASSAGE is said to have an antidepressant and detoxing effect. The dry heat compresses are applied to various parts of the body to warm up before massage, and then used to create a rocking, wave-like movement throughout the treatment.
The ENGLISH GARDEN blend of rose petals, geranium, chamomile, lavender & calendula can be used as a steamed compress for a luxuriant moisturising effect or heated with barley & other grains for profound relaxation and stress relief.
MEDITERRANEAN DEEP HEAT compresses with healing, pain-relieving and revitalising herbs such as rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage and bay could prove to be a real winter warmer.
SLEEP WELL after a warm lavender, chamomile & vetiver compress massage.
DETOX & TONE UP with a hot seaweed, rosemary, geranium & citrus rice bag massage.

PRICE GUIDE & SPECIAL OFFERS

TASTERS from £5 for Reflexology, Indian Head Massage & Reiki or from £10 for Aromatherapy and combination treatments
Aromatherapy Massage £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min £65/120min
DELUXE AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min
HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min
Reiki £20/30min £35/60min
Aromatherapy + Reiki Massage £35/35min £50/60min £65/90min
Reflexology £15/20min £35/60min
DELUXE REFLEXOLOGY £45/90mins (includes foot soak, exfoliation & mask treatment)
ENERGY BOOST (Reflexology +Reiki) £25/30min £40/60min
Chakra Balancing £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki
Indian Head Massage £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki
DELUXE INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE £40/60mins
Holistic Facial Massage £25/30min £35/60min(includes therapy taster)
PHŒNIX (signature treat)- a 2 1/2 hr session combining various therapies £75

BOOK A COURSE OF 6 TREATMENTS AND

GET A 7TH TREATMENT FREE

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers are valid for 12 months from issue date. Vouchers are issued individually and made out to the value you designate, which can only be redeemed against or contribute towards the full price of treatments or products provided; not redeemable for cash.

This “3 for 2” special offer is only made available until 14-02-08 and a one-off upfront payment is required.

PAYMENT – CASH PREFERRED, CHEQUE WITH GUARANTEE CARD ACCEPTED

To find out more about the individual therapies, have a look at my 2007 posts, which describe the treatments in detail.

Also, please do not hesitate to contact me directly on:

tel/text 07949 599 329 for faster response
holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk
http://holistictreats.blogspot.com/

Look forward to hearing from you and have a lovely Valentine's!

Love & light,

Ersilia

2008-02-05T10:55:00.000Z

F R E E FOR ALL

Holistic Health &
Natural Beauty
Workshops

7pm on Wednesdays

13th FEBRUARY to 19th MARCH 2008

@ LEYTONSTONE LIBRARY

Hi everyone,

I'm very pleased to announce a new series of workshops and therapy tasters I'll be running at the Leytonstone Library during February & March.

These introductory workshops will be both informative and practical, so that people can find out about holistic therapies and relaxation techniques and learn to apply some simple techniques in their home environment safely. So, there will be info regarding the therapy in focus, benefits & contraindications, practical demos and people can have a little go themselves.

The therapy tasters are held on Saturdays – they are short treatments for those who have never experienced complementary therapies to get a feel of them, but everyone is very welcome, so please pop in for a quick relaxation break.

The Saturday therapy tasters are £5 each, Wednesday workshops are free of charge.

Hope you can join us,

Ersilia

7-9pm Wednesday 13th February
HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLBEING
Presentation on the benefits of holistic therapies and their use for stress relief and maintaining general health & wellbeing naturally + tips of how people can help themselves in the home environment

7-9pm Wednesday 20th February
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE - includes simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty

7-9pm Wednesday 27th February
REFLEXOLOGY - demo and easy hand reflexology tips + a self-healing meditation technique

7-9pm Wednesday 5th March
ENERGY THERAPIES WORKSHOP focusing on CHAKRAS and REIKI + exercises that would help you feel and work with energy

7-9pm Wednesday 12th March
AROMATHERAPY & NATURAL SKINCARE + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips

7-9pm Wednesday 19th March
PAMPER SWAP PARTY
Open to all attendees of the previous workshops and everyone else
Get together, swap a Holistic Treat and relax before Easter

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural products will also be available (readymade or bespoke)

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HolisticTreats THERAPY TASTERS – 1:30-3:30pm on Saturdays
Dates: 9th & 16th of February, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th of March 2008

Indian Head Massage, Reflexology & Reiki + you can test natural skincare while waiting for your treat

£5 per therapy taster

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers and 100% natural skincare will also be available (readymade or to order)

Contacts:

Ersilia Arjocan, MICHT
Holistic Complementary Therapy Practitioner
Tel: 07949 599 329
Email: holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk

Web: http://holistictreats.blogspot.com

Jonathan Bell, Manager
Leytonstone Library
Church Lane
Leytonstone E11 1HG
0208 4961190
http://www.walthamforest.gov.uk/index/leisure/libraries/libraries-whats-on.htm

3 for 2 Special Offers on Holistic Therapy Tasters, Full Treatments and Gift Vouchers

2007-12-21T13:20:00.000Z

Hi everyone,

Hope you're all happy and looking forward to all the fun you'll have over the next couple of weeks!

For those of you looking for a more "personal touch" kind of gift or you might be in need of some therapy to get you through Xmas & New Year's celebrations(!!), here's my special treat for you:

3 HolisticTreats for the price of 2: Aromatherapy – Reflexology - Indian Head Massage – Holistic Facial Massage - Reiki – Chakra Balancing - Gift Vouchers

HolisticTreats Gift Vouchers from as little as £5 can buy a Reflexology, Indian Head Massage or Reiki taster or contribute towards the price of another treatment chosen on the appointment day.

These “3 for 2” offers are only made available until 31-12-07, and a one-off advance payment is required.

Services, products and vouchers can be redeemed by 31-03-08, but I'm sure you'll all want to get pampered sooner, rather than later, so I'll make myself available throughout the festive season.

PRICE GUIDE
TASTERS from £5 for Reflexology, Indian Head Massage & Reiki or from £10 for Aromatherapy and combination treatments
Aromatherapy Massage £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min
HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min
Reiki £20/30min £35/60min
Aromatherapy + Reiki Massage £35/35min £50/60min £65/90min
Reflexology £15/20min £35/60min
ENERGY BOOST (Reflexology +Reiki) £25/30min £40/60min
Chakra Balancing £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki
Indian Head Massage £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki
Holistic Facial Massage £25/30min £35/60min(includes therapy taster)
PHŒNIX (signature treat)- a 2 1/2 hr session combining various therapies £75

If the treats chosen are differently priced, the cheapest of the 3 is free (e.g. 90min aromatherapy massage/£55 + 60min energy boost /£40 + 60min reiki/£35 = £95 instead of £130).

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with me if you have any questions.

Book early and you won’t be disappointed – that’s a promise!

Wish you all a very happy festive season!

Love & light,

Ersilia

HolisticTreats therapy tasters (Saturdays 1:30-3:30) and Holistic Health & Beauty Workshops (7pm on Wednesdays) at Leytonstone Library

2007-11-22T16:13:00.000Z

Hi everyone,

I'm very pleased to announce a new series of workshops and therapy tasters I'll be running at the Leytonstone Library until the end of this year.

These introductory workshops will be both informative and practical, so that people can find out about holistic therapies and relaxation techniques and learn to apply some simple techniques in their home environment safely. So, there will be info regarding the therapy in focus, benefits & contraindications, practical demos and people can have a go themselves.

The therapy tasters are held on Saturdays - those will be short treatments for people to have the chance to get the feel of these therapies.

HolisticTreats Therapy Gift Vouchers and 100% natural stocking fillers will also be available (readymade or to order/bespoke).

Here's the schedule:

Holistic Health & Beauty Workshops – 7pm on Wednesdays at Leytonstone Library

Entry fee: £2 each(to cover some of the cost)

28th Nov – Indian Head Massage workshop including simple head & shoulder relaxation techniques and facial pressure points self-massage tips for natural health & beauty.

5th Dec – Energy therapies workshop focusing on Reflexology, chakras and Reiki + easy hand reflexology tips and a self-healing meditation technique.

12th Dec – Aromatherapy & natural products + more relaxation techniques & healthy tips.

19th Dec – PAMPER SWAP PARTY open to all attendees of the previous 3 workshops – get together, swap a little treat and relax before Xmas.

HolisticTreats Therapy Tasters – 1:30-3:30pm on Saturdays
Dates: 24th Nov, 1st Dec, 8th Dec, 15th Dec, 22nd Dec

Indian Head Massage, Reflexology & Reiki + test some natural products while waiting for the treat.

£5 per taster

HolisticTreats Therapy Gift Vouchers and 100% natural stocking fillers will also be available (readymade or to order/bespoke).

Hope you can join us

HOLISTIC FAIR at Leytonstone Library 27-28th October

2007-10-26T19:00:00.000+01:00

Hi everybody,

I'll be running 2 free workshops on holistic health at the Leytonstone Library this weekend

Saturday 27th Oct 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Sunday 28th Oct 12:30pm - 2.30pm

Topics will include:
- maintaining general health & fitness levels naturally
- becoming more self aware and preventing disease
- tips of how people can help themselves in the home environment
- brief presentations on holistic therapies for stress relief, general health and wellbeing (aromatherapy & natural products, reflexology, Indian head massage, chakras & reiki)
- demo of Indian Head Massage and 10min hands-on, swapping a mini treat

I hope it will be both fun & useful for everyone. Please pass it on if you know anyone who might be interested.

Thank you and look forward to seeing you there.

Ersilia

GET PAMPERED WITH A HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS HOLISTIC MASSAGE

2007-10-05T14:47:00.000+01:00

Hi everybody,

I'm very excited about this new treat - I enjoy preparing and using the compresses (well worth getting a bit messy - they do make such a difference!) and everyone who's tried the new treatment loved it. I also think it's the perfect time to launch it, with the weather getting colder, the day getting shorter and all of us getting older!

Whether you'd like to try something different or you're looking for a unique gift, spoil yourselves and your loved ones with a truly lovely holistic treat!

Feel all your stress & tension, worries & anxieties, aches & pains melting away as you enjoy this wonderfully relaxing and rejuvenating holistic fusion treatment combining soothing heat, light touch or deep tissue massage, aromatherapy and energy balancing to restore your general health & wellbeing.

Benefits of Hot Compress Massage v Hot Stone Massage:
- in addition to applying heat, compresses offer the advantage of providing valuable therapeutic properties of healing plants, thus being able to treat specific conditions, not just warm up muscles & joints for massage
- in contrast to stones, compresses follow the contours of the body, so you can receive the desired amount of pressure on any part of the body; stones should not be used to massage or apply pressure on the spine or other bony areas in order to avoid discomfort and bruising, but herbal, rice or buckwheat compresses can be moved along the spine, on the sacrum, shins, feet or around scapulae and joints, for example, with gradually increasing pressure
- the texture of the grain compresses stimulates your senses, improves blood & lymph circulation and works on cellulite that little bit deeper and more effectively without damaging the tissues
- the 100% cotton fabric the herbs and grains are bundled in has a light exfoliating effect, removing dead skin cells, revealing younger skin and improving penetration of the healing, nourishing & protecting massage oils
- aromacompresses offer a great variety of choice (humid or dry heat, stress-relief, relaxation, sensual stimulation, invigoration, mind clearing, cold-care, energy boost, sedation, detox, cleansing, etc) and the opportunity of having bespoke treatments using personalised blends of herbs, grains and oils to suit your individual requirements
- thanks to the healing, nurturing and inspiring effect of the plants, grains and oils on one’s mind, body and soul, the experience of a hot oil & aromacompress massage is truly holistic.

Take Your Pick:

Thai-style herbal compresses are bundles of beneficial herbs and spices that are steamed to release both fat- and water-soluble active ingredients of selected plants: stimulate your mind, body & soul with an energy boost blend of ginger, lemongrass, camphor & cinnamon; spruce up with antiseptic and healing citrus cleanser, clear out congestion with a cold-care blend of ginger, eucalyptus, lime & clove, find stress relief with basil, peppermint, ylang ylang & may chang or sensual luxury with jasmine, ylang ylang, lime & nutmeg.

Pinda Sveda-style hot rice bags – traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, rice bag massage is applied to various parts of the body and energy centres; the rice can be plain or mixed with beneficial herbs and spices known to heal specific conditions. The texture of the grains revitalises and cleanses the tissues and helps tone up areas prone to cellulite. The hot compresses are used during massage with hot oils.

Russian-style warm buckwheat massage is said to have an antidepressant and detoxing effect. The dry heat compresses are applied to various parts of the body to warm up before massage, and then used to create a rocking, wave-like movement throughout the treatment. The massage routine combines classic effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, etc with specific Russian massage techniques such as applying pressure in a way very similar to a cat walking, which can be very pleasant, comforting and soothing.

The English Garden blend of rose petals, geranium, chamomile, lavender & calendula can be used as a steamed compress for a luxuriant moisturising effect or heated with barley & other grains for profound relaxation and stress relief.

Mediterranean deep heat compresses with healing, pain-relieving and revitalising herbs such as rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage and bay could prove to be a real winter warmer.

Sleep well after a warm lavender, chamomile & vetiver compress massage.

Detox & tone up with a hot seaweed, rosemary, geranium & citrus rice bag massage.

Whether you choose Thai-style steamed herbal compresses, Pinda Sveda-style hot & spicy rice bags, Russian-style dry heat buckwheat bundles or European blends of beneficial herbs and flowers, you should expect to enjoy a blissfully healing experience.

RATES: £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min – add £10 for reiki healing

HOLISTIC TREATS OFFERED:

• Aromatherapy massage & natural products

• Hand &/or foot reflexology

• Holistic facial massage

• Indian Head Massage

• Reiki

• Chakra balancing (charting & treatment, which may involve reiki, crystals and/or aromatherapy)

• Portfolio combination treatment programmes tailored to client’s needs

• Therapy gifts & parties

PRICE GUIDE & SPECIAL OFFERS

Aromatherapy Massage £25/30min £40/60min £55/90min

HOT OIL & AROMACOMPRESS MASSAGE £35/30min £50/60min £65/90min £75/120min - add £10 for reiki flow

Reiki £20/30min £35/60min

Aromatherapy + Reiki Massage £35/35min £50/60min £65/90minReflexology £15/20min £35/60min

ENERGY BOOST (Reflexology +Reiki) £25/30min £40/60min

Chakra Balancing £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki

Indian Head Massage £15/20min £25/45min - add £5 for therapeutic oils &/or £10 for reiki

Holistic Facial Massage £25/30min £35/60min(includes therapy taster)

PHŒNIX (signature treat)- a 2 1/2 hr session combining various therapies £75

Please allow 10-15 min in addition to any treatment time for consultation & feedback

MY 10 TIPS TO HELP YOU BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY NATURALLY

2007-09-11T02:00:00.000+01:00

Eat a healthy diet – fresh fruit, veg, nuts, whole grains and oily fish provide a good intake of beneficial vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids; probiotics are important too. If your diet does not provide sufficient amounts of immune-supporting vitamins A, C, D & E, zinc, selenium, beta-carotenes, bioflavonoids and probiotics, consider taking a good supplement, but take it with, not instead of food!

Drink plenty of fluids – immune-boosting fruit and herbal teas such as echinacea, elderberry, rosehip & hibiscus are beneficial, while fresh fruit & veg juices and smoothies are also nutritious; don’t forget soups and plain water too! Chicken broth helps to ‘thin’ existing mucus if you’ve already caught a cold.

Sleep well and enough – aim for 7-8hrs/night—it helps your mind, body & soul rest, repair & recover.

Exercise and/or have a massage – they both improve blood & lymph circulation, which play an essential role in immunity. A holistic facial massage with lymphatic drainage & pressure points can unblock your sinuses and help you get rid of the congestion and headache, so you can recover quicker.

Reduce alcohol intake.

If you smoke, give up!

Learn to listen to your body – self awareness can help prevent illness from developing.

Create relaxation breaks throughout the day – deep breathing exercises and meditation help.

Stay positive – happy people are healthier – or is it ‘healthy people are happier’?

Reduce stress and find an efficient and sustainable way to manage it – holistic therapies help you cope with stress and reduce its damaging effects on your life – be good to yourself!

How do you ward off colds & flu? Send your tips to holistic_treats@yahoo.co.uk or http://holistictreats.blogspot.com
and the most useful will be published in the next newsletter.

MORE IMMUNE BOOSTERS

●The body’s first defence against infection and disease actually has nothing to do with the immune system. It’s the skin and the protective mucosa surfaces that contain an anti-microbial enzyme called lysozyme, which breaks down the cell walls of invading organisms. So, by improving the quality of your skin, you can help it protect you better.

●Bananas, prunes and asparagus contain natural prebiotics called oligosaccharides. Make your own pre- & pro-biotic drink by blending banana and natural live yogurt or buttermilk, which contain the good gut bacteria; add some linseeds and prunes to the blend and say goodbye to constipation too!

●Herbs and spices such as coriander, lemongrass, ginger, chillies, clove bud, lemonbalm, thyme, onion & garlic are natural antimicrobials. Experiment in the kitchen with Thai, Chinese, Indian and Mediterranean cuisine for a tasty immune boost.