About me
My name is Sarah Mortimer and I am a qualified practitioner in
Reiki,
Aromatherapy Massage,
Indian Head Massage, Swedish Massage,
Hot Stone Massage,
Hopi Ear Candling,
Holistic Facials,
Thai Foot Massage,
Pregnancy Massage, and
Reflexology. My business, Balance Holistics,
offers this range of complementary therapies in Bristol.
My interest in complementary therapy goes back many years. I have always had
a passion for all things holistic and natural, and I enjoy working with
people and helping them. I started out in healthcare working as an auxiliary
nurse, but then began to feel the pull of more natural, holistic therapies.
Not only can complementary therapy help treat a huge range of physical,
mental and spiritual ailments, but it can also prevent the onset of illness.
As a complementary therapist, I am able to connect with clients’ problems,
and I enjoy seeing what a difference my treatments make to clients’
lives.
I offer holistic therapies across Bristol. Clients can choose to book me
for a
home visit,
so that they can enjoy a complementary therapy in the comfort of their own
home, and I also work from The Healing Rooms on Gloucester Road. In addition, I regularly
provide holistic treatments at events, in the workplace, and at
pamper
parties.
I have also undergone extensive training in making natural skincare products. I have produced my own skincare range called naturalistics which is available through the natural skincare products page and are also available on the naturalistics website. The products are free from parabens, sodium lauryl sulphate, and other nasty chemicals. They are vegan friendly and have not been tested on animals.
My Qualifications
I studied at North Nottinghamshire College and New College Nottingham,
where I gained a VTCT Level 3 Diplomas in Anatomy and Physiology, Holistic Therapies (Reflexology, Aromatherapy Massage and Swedish
Massage), and Indian Head Massage, and a Certificate
in Hot Stone Massage. I have undergone professional training in Hopi Ear
Candling (Thermo-Auricular Therapy©), Holistic Aromatherapy Facials,
Essential Oils in Pregnancy & Childbirth, and Thai Foot Massage.
I am a Reiki Master/Teacher.
I have also studied Advanced Massage which includes deep tissue and
articulation techniques.
In addition to my formal qualifications, I attend seminars and workshops
on a regular basis to broaden my professional knowledge, some of which include
Meditation and Visualisation, Psychic Awareness, Crystal Healing, Chakra
Balancing, Natural Cosmetics, Paganism, and Nutrition.
I attend an ongoing monthly massage supervision group which is led by Andy Fagg at the Bristol College of Massage & Bodywork. This gives me the opportunity to meet with fellow massage therapists, provides support, and allows me to learn new techniques and discuss various issues relating to massage, bodywork, and running a business. Attending these sessions also counts towards my continuing professional development which I am required to do by my governing body.
I have experience of treating many different people presenting with a wide range of illnesses, ailments, and problems. I am particularly knowledgeable in the areas of chronic pain, fibromyalgia, muscle pain, tension headaches and migraines, menstrual problems, stress-related conditions, and insomnia.
My membership
I am IIHHT (International Institute of Health and Holistic Therapies), TATh and VTCT qualified, and a member of the ICHT (International Council of Holistic Therapists) and the FHT (Federation of Holistic Therapists).
My beliefs
I oppose the exploitation of animals and as such none of the products that I use are tested on animals nor are they purchased from companies who are known to test on animals. All products used are 100% vegetarian and vegan wherever possible.
I am concerned for the environment and take necessary steps to protect it. I use eco-friendly cleaning products, from anti-bacterial spray for cleaning couches to washing powder for laundering towels.
Bristol Reflexology - Bristol Swedish Massage - Bristol
Aromatherapy Massage - Bristol Reiki - Bristol Indian Head Massage -
Bristol Hot Stone Massage - Bristol Hopi Ear Candling - Bristol Holistic
Facials - Bristol Thai Foot Massage - Bristol Pregnancy Massage
Clinics at:
The Healing Rooms | 162 Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8NT