Heart of Shiatsu

07/10/2025

Shiatsu is not a massage.
Shiatsu is a holistic therapy that helps you uncover the roots of tension stored in the body — often created by suppressed emotions or deep-seated beliefs that shape how we respond to life.
Rooted in Eastern medicine and philosophy, Shiatsu uses therapeutic touch to regulate the nervous system, restore balance, and promote overall wellbeing.

02/10/2025

Our bodies hold the signs long before we notice the racing thoughts.

Shallow breathing, tight chest, restlessness, or even shutting down completely.

In somatic therapy we talk about the Window of Tolerance. It’s the range where we feel safe, connected and able to respond to life. When we step outside this window, we may spiral into panic and overwhelm, or collapse into numbness and withdrawal.

The good news is: our window can expand. With the right tools, through our body, we can learn to return to safety and presence.

This is why I have created a new workshop:
Somatic Approach to Anxiety

If you are ready to learn practical tools to meet anxiety differently, I invite you to join me and Anthony Fidler.

🔗 in the bio to reserve your spot

17/09/2025

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03/09/2025

Anxiety isn’t just in the mind – it lives in the body too.
Tight chest. Racing thoughts. Shallow breath. Restless energy.

The good news? Your body also holds the key to calm.

In Anxiety – The Somatic Approach Workshop, we’ll explore:
🌿Simple grounding tools
🌿Gentle practices for nervous system regulation
🌿Ways to listen to your body instead of fighting it
🌿A supportive space to reconnect with yourself

When : Sunday, 23rd November, 2025
Where: London, SE16 3SA
Price: £140

This workshop is for you if you want to feel calmer, more grounded, and more at home in your own body.

Spots are limited → Click the link in bio to join.

23/08/2025

Photo Via Tanya Markul

Back to the UK, but still embracing the Greek pace of life💙🌀

Book your holistic treatment in Sidcup and find your way to slow down and recharge.

Available time-slots for regular appointments on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays at the moment.

10/08/2025

I often hear from my clients that they find challenging to be still and have rest. That inspired series of short videos on Instagram about key points of reference when practicing Standing Still. Today I’m posting the last reference point from the practice for initial alignment.

You can see it here

I love the poetry of eastern medicine:)

Today’s focus is GV15 Ya Men - Gateway of Muteness and Silent Meditation

The Chinese say that those who truly know remain silent, turning inward through meditation to discover deep, hidden truths. This silence can open unexpected doors. Though it may lead us away from ordinary life, stillness often reveals profound insights.

The acupuncture point Ya Men—literally “mute gate”—reflects this idea. "Ya" means a distorted mouth, symbolizing silence; "Men" means gate. This point connects to the sea of marrow and the Yang Wei Mai, a vessel that channels foundational yang energy. Marrow forms the structure of life at its deepest level, and Ya Men regulates communication from that source.

Text adapted from “Characters of Wisdom - Taoist Tales of the Acupuncture Points" by Debra Kaatz, Harrison Xinshi Tu.

07/08/2025

I'm happy to announce an upcoming workshop in November, in London, which I'll be co-leading with Anthony Fidler.
Together, we’ll explore a range of practices for both self-regulation and co-regulation, designed to help you stay grounded in stressful situations.
We'll delve into the role of the amygdala and discover the key factors that can shift us out of anxiety states.
You’ll also learn why relaxation techniques often fail when used solely as coping strategies during moments of overwhelm — and why these tools are far more effective when integrated into daily life as regular practices.
To book your space just PM or fill in the form:
https://heartofshiatsu.com/workshops.html

Workshops

20/06/2025

If you're based in South-East London—particularly in Bexley or Greenwich—and you're living with mild to moderate ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), feel free to get in touch. We can discuss how Shiatsu might support you.

"Apart from the evaluations of the questionnaires, we have repeatedly recognized and received feedback in the course of our work that we achieve a very positive, calming and stress-reducing influence on the nervous system with Shiatsu and our particularly calm and attentive touch. As we believe that this is the basis and the most important lever for improvement for people with ME/CFS, we can absolutely recommend Shiatsu for this. The immune and energy systems are closely linked to the nervous system. The quality of sleep, an improved mood, higher quality of life and also more energy are the results of this special quality of touch with a yin focus and meridian work as a whole. "

Students of Hara Shiatsu, Vienna, Austria published results from their graduation project on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
You can find the paper here:

https://www.shiatsu-summit.com/cfs-project-by-the-international-academy-for-hara-shiatsu/

A total of 18 people were treated in 133 Shiatsu sessions over a period of approximately four months, in order to find out, how Shiatsu can accompany people with ME / CFS. With a section on ME/CFS from Western, medical and Eastern TCM and Shiatsu perspectives, the authors provide a solid and well-fo...

22/05/2025

🌿 Community Tuesday Shiatsu 🌿
Join us on Tuesday, 3rd June at Woodside Wellness Rooms for a special offering of Holistic Shiatsu Treatments at half price – only £35!

Available time slots:
• 2:00 PM
• 4:00 PM

Take a moment to restore balance, ease tension, and reconnect with your body in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Limited spaces – book now to secure your session!

13/05/2025

🌿 Energy Management Class – Saturday, 17th May, 11am | Sidcup Storyteller 🌿

True wellbeing begins with balance—not just in body, but in the way we manage our energy, emotions, and everyday life.

Join me this Saturday for a grounding and revitalising Energy Management Class, where we’ll explore how to restore and maintain your natural equilibrium through simple movement, breath, and embodied awareness.

Drawing on Eastern philosophy, we’ll gently work with the polarities that shape our experience—up & down, in & out, left & right—to help you reconnect with your centre and navigate life with more ease.

📍 Location: Sidcup Storyteller
🕚 Time: 11:00–12:00
💷 Exchange: £15

✨ A gentle, nourishing space to reset. All welcome.

👉 A "pay what you can" place is available for people on low incomes. Please feel free to contact me.

DM to book or just drop in!