Body Alchemy Clinic

01/02/2026

Can you believe we’re already into the second month of 2026? 🫣

I know I’ve been a little quiet on socials lately, and I appreciate your patience. Behind the scenes, it’s been a full season of deep focus — finishing off my thesis as part of the final leg of my Advanced Diploma, and updating my signage to better reflect where Body Alchemy Clinic is heading.

I also want to acknowledge those of you who’ve been patiently waiting for a message about appointment availability. Please know I have been diligently working through my cancellation list and will continue to do so as spaces open up.

Thank you, as always, for your understanding and support — it truly means more than you know 💜

Ps hopefully this decal will be gracing the shopfront in the coming weeks.

19/12/2025

🎄 Holiday Break Notice 🎄

As the year draws to a close, I’ll be taking a much-needed break to rest, reset, and recharge.

From 5:30pm Friday 19th December until 10:00am Monday 5th Jan , I’ll be offline and won’t be responding to client messages during this time. Clients can still book and manage appointments online via my booking link:

https://mandaskewes-massagetherapist.schedulista.com

This pause allows me to return in the New Year feeling refreshed and fully present for the work I love and the people I’m fortunate to work with.

Thank you, as always, for your understanding, kindness, and continued support throughout the year. I’m so grateful for each and every one of you.

Wishing you a safe, restful, and Merry Christmas. I look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

Warmly,
Manda 💜

02/12/2025

✨ Holiday Break Announcement ✨

It’s that time of year again, and I wanted to give everyone a gentle heads-up that I’ll be taking a much-needed break over the holiday period.

My last day of trade will be Friday, December 19th,
and I’ll be back in clinic on Monday, January 5th.

At this stage, my next available appointment is January 9th.

If you’re one of my lovely regular clients and you’re unsure when your next scheduled appointment is, please feel free to reach out. With many people heading away over the holidays, there may be someone else hoping to secure your spot if you don’t need it.

Thank you all for your continued support this year — I’m so grateful.
I hope the holiday season brings you rest, joy, and time with the people who matter most. 💜

01/11/2025

Closed for Training & Development

I’m currently closed for training and professional development and will reopen on Monday, 10th November 2025.

Please note I will not be responding to client messages during this time. I’ll endeavour to get back to you once I return to work next week.

At this stage, all appointments are fully booked until January 2026. If you’d like to go on the cancellation list or pre-book for the new year, please reach out once I’m back in clinic.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while I take this time to grow and expand my skills.

26/10/2025

✨ Benefits of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy ✨

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) works gently yet deeply with your body’s natural healing intelligence.

It helps calm and rebalance your nervous system — freeing up energy, easing tension, and allowing your body to restore itself from the inside out.

Many clients describe feeling calmer, clearer, and more at ease — with a renewed sense of vitality and connection to themselves.

After a few sessions, you may notice:
💫 Pain levels easing or disappearing
💫 Better sleep and more energy
💫 Feeling calmer and less reactive to stress
💫 Improved body awareness and emotional balance
💫 A deeper sense of clarity, direction, and purpose

BCST can support those carrying physical or emotional trauma — the experiences our bodies never had the chance to fully process.
This gentle therapy helps your system build the resources it needs to safely release those old patterns and create space for healing.

Sometimes, the most profound changes come from slowing down enough to truly listen to the body. 💜

16/10/2025

✨ End of Year Booking Update ✨

It’s hard to believe we’re already nearing the end of 2025!
I’ve been looking ahead at my calendar and wanted to give everyone a little heads-up — I now only have 1, 60 min appointment left in November and just a handful available in December.

If you’ve been thinking about booking in before the year wraps up, now’s definitely the time to secure your spot so you don’t miss out.

I’ll be keeping my cancellation list open right up until my last day of trade — December 19, so if your preferred time isn’t available, I’m more than happy to pop you on there.
The list will start fresh again when I return on January 5, 2026.

Thank you all for such an incredible year of support, kindness, and trust — I’m truly so grateful for each and every one of you 💜

https://mandaskewes-massagetherapist.schedulista.com

31/08/2025

🌿 How Does Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) Help Us Heal? 🌿

When we experience trauma — whether emotional, physical, or environmental — the body often stores what the mind can’t process. This can show up as chronic tension, fatigue, overwhelm, anxiety, or pain that seems to have no clear origin.

BCST is a gentle, hands-on therapy that works directly with the nervous system, supporting the body to slowly release these deep patterns of holding.

💫 Here’s how it helps:
• It creates a safe, quiet space where the body feels heard — often for the first time
• It helps down-regulate an overactive fight-or-flight response
• It supports the restoration of healthy flow — of fluids, energy, and information within the body
• It invites the system into stillness, where deep healing can begin to unfold naturally

What makes BCST different is that nothing is forced. There’s no manipulation or pressure. Just deep listening, presence, and respect for your body’s own pace and wisdom.

You stay fully clothed, lying comfortably on the table, while I gently tune in to the rhythms and subtle motions within your system.

✨ It’s a therapy that speaks the language of your body — even when words fall short.

If you’ve tried everything and still feel something unresolved in your system… BCST might be the missing piece.

📅 Bookings available via https://mandaskewes-massagetherapist.schedulista.com
🧘‍♀️ Trauma-informed | Nervous system focused | Deeply restorative

17/08/2025

✨ A Few Spots Left This Week ✨

I’ve got a couple of appointments available this week for Remedial Massage or Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy.

If your body’s calling for a reset, now’s the time 💆‍♀️❄️

📲 click the link to book or message
me to join the cancellation list

https://mandaskewes-massagetherapist.schedulista.com

16/08/2025

I know some of you have experienced a Biodynamic Craniosacral Session with myself and other practitioners.

For those who are curious or wanting more information about what it is, please click the link.
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The Fascinating Practice Of Craniosacral Therapy - Can It Help Us Heal?

The path to healing is sometimes revealed by simply allowing the body to do what it’s supposed to. Craniosacral therapy is an ancient modality that supports the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Its power is in its gentleness and ability to elevate our overall well-being, which makes it an incredible resource for sustainable, mind-body balance.https://thechalkboardmag.com/craniosacral-therapy/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMACSFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvlWOedH_Msws-18phDQR9ei7vPBDXSmfMJ4xbpHRy0LnCD7aq9QdY-iR_U-_aem_6dDUlQ7-6hRiPHM1D-XNkw
Image Credit - Magnolia

21/07/2025

🌿 Last-Minute Availability for Tomorrow 🌿

I’ve had some space open up tomorrow between 12:15pm and 3:45pm, and here are your options:

✨ Three 60-minute appointments
⏰ 12:15pm
⏰ 1:30pm
⏰ 2:45pm

OR

✨ Two 90-minute appointments
⏰ 12:15pm
⏰ 2:00pm

Ideal for a midweek reset, pain relief, or some calming nervous system support.

📲 Message me to secure your spot or let me know if you’d like to go on the cancellation list.

Stay warm and take care ❄️💆‍♀️

18/06/2025

Price Update Coming in July

After three wonderful years of supporting clients on their wellness journeys, I want to let you know that I’ll be making a small price adjustment starting 1st July.

This is my first price increase since opening, and it’s a necessary step due to rising costs in electricity, rental fees, and supplier expenses. I’ve done my best to absorb these increases for as long as possible, but this change will allow me to continue offering the quality of care and service you’ve come to expect.

I’m so grateful for the continued trust and support from each and every one of you — it truly means the world to me.

With heartfelt thanks,
Manda 💜

16/06/2025

🌊🔥 CWI or Sauna Before Massage? Here’s What You Need to Know! 🔥🌊

Wondering whether a sauna or cold plunge is a good idea before your massage? Here’s a quick guide:

🧊 Cold Water Immersion (CWI)
✅ Reduces inflammation & muscle soreness
✅ Can calm the nervous system after initial shock
❌ Can make tissues cold, tight & harder to work with
❌ Not ideal right before a massage

🔥 Sauna
✅ Warms up muscles for deeper massage work
✅ Boosts circulation & relaxation
❌ Can dehydrate you if overdone
❌ May not suit people sensitive to heat

👉 Best Flow?
Sauna → Massage → (Optional) Cold plunge
This combo helps your body relax, reset & recover.

Massage works best when your body feels safe and supported—not bracing for extreme temps.