A Little Bit About Me
I’m Victoria and I’m an experienced, professional Massage Therapist, Reflexologist, Baby & Children's Massage Instructor and Mum of two.
I completed a Psychology BSc degree with a special interest in Child Development before moving on to fulfill my lifelong dream to study holistic health and wellbeing, including various forms of bodywork and facial treatments. I started out in a leading UK spa in 2008 before forming part of the first elite therapist team for Liz Earle Beauty Company in Chelsea, London - providing unique and bespoke holistic treatments for the mind and body.
Since 2010, I have built my own successful business and have lovingly created my range of bespoke treatments and classes. Over the years, I have completed diverse post-graduate training in advanced massage and reflexology techniques and I enjoy mixing all my skills together to offer you the very best to suit you!
My specialist area of work is with women looking to incorporate bodywork as support during their pre-conception preparation, pregnancy and through the postnatal period. In addition, I love to share my passion for massage with parents to enhance their special bond with their children, both big and small. I believe that self-care, slowing down and returning to the joys that simplicity brings, provide enormous benefits for ourselves and our little ones.
I achieved the highest grade of 'distinction' when I completed my Massage for Pregnancy Diploma training with Suzanne Yates of Wellmother (validating body BCMA) - one of the most comprehensive pregnancy massage training courses available in the UK. I also completed my Baby Massage & Shiatsu training with Wellmother and I love the unique, holistic approach provided by this course to support babies' physical, social and emotional development, as they adapt to life outside of the womb. I also combine my skills in both of these areas to provide bespoke 'New Mumma and Baby Nurturing Experience' sessions within the fourth trimester.
My two young children enjoy their own daily massage and reflexology treatments. This provides a wonderful bonding experience for us all, as well as supporting their vital physical and emotional development.
I support gentle parenting practices and this blends seamlessly between my personal life and the nurturing techniques I teach to you for your own children. I am passionate about my work and thoroughly enjoy meeting new and diverse people, providing guidance and sharing in their experiences.
My Commitment to the Planet
Recycleable Packaging
Gift Vouchers and all packaging are created from recycled paper and are fully recyclable. Treatment oils are stored in glass bottles to be recycled, re-filled or even better, reused as a pretty vase!
Organic Massage Oils
I choose the very highest quality products for you. All treatment oils are organic, unrefined and certified by the Soil Association.
Kind to the Environment
When purchasing items to enhance the treatment space, I always consider its environmental impact. In keeping with the nature of the Green Retreat, I choose items that are made from natural materials and where possible are sourced locally. Nestled in Nurture biodegradable yoga mats are harvested from sustainable natural tree rubber and contain no toxic chemicals and the birth balls have been carefully selected to be free from phthalates,.
Cruelty-Free
It is really important to me to choose ethically sourced, cruelty free products, both personally and professionally. You can be assured that all of the products and oils used for your treatments and even the washing products used for your towels are certified cruelty-free.
Qualifications
- Psychology BSc (Hons)
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Baby Reflex Instructor
- Toddler Reflex Instructor
- Children's Reflex Instructor
- Infant Massage & Shiatsu Instructor
- Foundation in Advanced Clinical Massage
- Pregnancy Massage
- Abdominal-Sacral Massage
- Reflexology
- Maternity Reflexology
Continuous Professional Development
I regularly attend seminars and courses and like to keep up with research regarding positive touch, infant development, natural health, natural fertility and effective techniques. Some of the training and courses I have completed include:
- Shiatsu & Massage for Pregnancy
- The Role of Maternal Mental Health on Infant Development
- Reflexology for Supporting Conception
- Nutrition for Women’s Health
- Advanced Reflexology Training
- Acupressure & Meridian Massage
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