Touch comes before sight, before speech. It is the first language and the last, and it always tells the truth - Margaret Atwood
How this supports your well-being
Regular massage therapy has been shown to calm the nervous system by activating the parasympathetic response — the body's natural "rest and digest" state. The benefits flow through the whole body:
Nervous system regulation — shifting out of fight or flight, lowering cortisol levels and reducing heart rate
Improved circulation — stimulating blood flow to bring fresh oxygen and nutrients to the tissues while supporting the body's natural clearing of metabolic waste
Release of deeply held tension — intentional slow touch communicates safety to the nervous system, helping the body let go of chronic patterns of bracing and holding
Better sleep and emotional wellbeing — supporting deeper rest, reduced anxiety and greater emotional regulation
Whole-person healing — particularly for those living with chronic conditions, pain or the lasting effects of trauma, the cumulative effect of regular massage can be profoundly restorative
Over time, consistent massage nurtures not just physical wellbeing, but a greater sense of ease and presence within the body — whole-person health from the inside out.
“I have been going to Amy now for over a year for massage to help relieve my chronic fibromyalgia symptoms. She is by far the best massage therapist I have ever had. She listens to my symptoms, offers self help suggestions and has made a huge difference to the quality of my life. "
Holistic Massage
Amy provides experienced holistic massage individualised to meet your body's needs — with a focus on nervous system support to shift out of the sympathetic nervous system state (fight or flight) and provide an opportunity for the body to truly unwind, rest and restore.
Her massages are intuitive, mindful and full of care. Amy has 15 years experience working with clients experiencing chronic conditions such as multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, stress related tension, headaches and migraines, depression, anxiety, trauma histories.