Services
Anxiety and emotion management
Stress, anxiety, anguish, nervousness, fear, sadness, depression... All these emotions don't just live in the head, but are also linked to bodily signals and sensations.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, from which Shiatsu draws its essence, the person is seen as a true entity: physical, psychic and emotional. Emotion, whatever it may be, takes on great importance; it's as real and palpable as a physical symptom.
Sometimes it's the symptom or bodily sensation that's most obvious, and you may recognize several of them:
- Fatigue / Insomnia / Ruminative thoughts / Difficulty concentrating
- Pressure in the chest / Feeling of suffocation / Lump in the throat
- Headaches / Dizziness / Tension in the neck and shoulders
- Pain in the belly / Difficulty digesting / Numbness and tingling
Shiatsu therapy enables you to contact emotion through bodily sensation, and to transform it by reconnecting with feeling, anchoring, contacting the body and welcoming sensations.
One-off session
- 90-minute session
- Practised on a futon on the floor, over clothing
- At each session, the need of the moment is addressed
- For prevention, to stabilize a condition or meet a specific need
- The session will address the need of the moment while remaining in the work of the global energetic movement of the body.
Follow-up session
- 90-minute session
- Practised on a futon on the floor, over clothing
- Follow-up of 7 consecutive sessions, 1 or 2 weeks apart
- All 7 sessions must be booked at once—no prepayment—no fees for subsequent changes if necessary.
- Follow-up allows you to address one or more issues you want to work on in particular
- The 7 sessions maintain the momentum of the energy work by going deeper and deeper into the root of the imbalance.
Perinatal
Pre-conception, pregnancy and the post-partum period are phases of life characterized by varied and sometimes strong emotions and new bodily sensations.
In the pre-conception phase, Shiatsu therapy helps to balance the body and nourish the great need for vital energy to support the conception process.
During pregnancy, Shiatsu will be of great help in supporting the body through the changes and discomforts: anxiety and anguish about this stage, backache, nausea, insomnia, fatigue, pain in the ribs or symphysis pubis, carpal tunnel or numbness in the hands, cramps in the legs, etc.
At the end of pregnancy, Shiatsu is recommended to help the body induce labor naturally.
In the postnatal period, Shiatsu can help to restore homeostasis, and can also provide support in situations of exhaustion, depression, difficult breastfeeding and so on.
First session
- 90-minute session
- Practised on a futon on the floor, over clothing
- It is preferable to wait until the 3rd month of pregnancy to receive a Shiatsu treatment. Depending on your particular case, it may be possible to start earlier, so please contact me.
Next sessions
- 90-minute session
- Practised on a futon on the floor, over clothing
- The follow-up price is valid for up to 9 months after the birth.
- It's recommended that you wait for your doctor's approval before receiving postnatal Shiatsu treatment.
Shiatsu for children
Shiatsu allows children to relax and ground themselves.
Using specially-adapted pressure and movements, it helps regulate the nervous system and thus helps children experiencing anxiety, stress, nervousness, restless sleep or difficulty managing emotions to regain overall energy balance.
The session is supported by a visual routine, a time-referencing tool and sensory objects adapted to each child's needs.
Shiatsu is beneficial for all children aged 5 and over.
The session can be a one-off - to provide well-being and relaxation.
It is also possible to set up a series of follow-up sessions to maximize the benefits for children experiencing a more difficult life event or period, and for children with special needs such as ADHD, anxiety disorders, giftedness, etc.
First session
- 30-minute session
- Practised on a futon on the floor, over clothing
- The 1st session includes a preliminary phone call with the parent to open the file and talk about the child and his/her particularities/challenges.
Next sessions
- 30-minute session
- Practised on a futon on the floor, over clothing
- An accompanying adult must be present during the session
FAQ
Can I get a receipt for my insurance?
Yes, I'm a certified massage therapist and a member of the Association Québécoise des Thérapeutes Naturels. I'll give you an electronic receipt.
How can I pay?
You can pay cash (exact amount) or by bank transfer
Are there any contraindications?
There are very few contraindications to Shiatsu. However, if any of the following conditions apply to you, please contact me before making an appointment:
- Acute phase of a contagious disease
- Generalized osteoporosis
- Circulatory problems (e.g. heart attack, stent, thrombus, stroke, aneurysm, phlebitis)
- Recovering from an operation or serious illness lasting less than 3 months
- Hypertension not controlled by medication
- Prolonged use of oral cortisone
- Major health problems during pregnancy
What should I wear?
Choose a comfortable, flowing outfit. No jeans! Sportswear, leggings and "soft" clothing are perfect!
How does a session work?
My approach to therapeutic Shiatsu is based on the complementarity of manual techniques and counselling.
At the start of the session, we take the time to discuss your needs, your physical and emotional state of health, your feelings and your bodily sensations, before laying you down on the futon for the manual part of the session. At the end of the session, we'll share a quick feedback.
I welcome you into a safe, caring space, welcoming what is, without judgment.
Can you make a diagnosis?
As a Shiatsu therapist, I do not diagnose or prescribe medical treatment or pharmaceutical products.
Massage therapy does not replace a medical examination or a doctor's diagnosis.
