Reflexology as a complementary therapy with a focus on stress management.
29th April 2:00 ~ 4:00 pm.

The outline of the session:

• Setting the use of complementary therapies in the context of the present and future NHS and its emphasis on increasing support for people to manage their own health.
• The wider umbrella of complementary therapies and issues to consider.
• Zooming in on Reflexology as an example of a complementary therapy
• What is Reflexology?
• The Benefits of Reflexology
• Taking you through a self care reflexology routine to support stress management.
• Exploring some stress busting tips

Paula’s Background

I have lived in Verwood for over 30 years and am now enjoying the delights of being semi retired, working part time as a reflexologist.

I have a background in healthcare, as a nurse, health visitor and for a shorter period of time a midwife, as well as over a decade spent in nurse education.  I worked predominantly as a health visitor with its focus on family and community health . As a young Health Visitor it was always an ambition of mine to play a role in promoting health in later years as I felt that older age should be celebrated and whilst acknowledging the challenges that it can present I wanted to look to look at ways that  individuals  might lessen the impact of these, enabling them to lead healthier and happier lives.

Having entered into the post 60 age bracket I can honestly say that I am even keener to optimise my chances of leading the best life I can as I grow older and would like to support others in this, whatever your current age or health.  After many years of working in healthcare I realise that many individuals live with chronic illness and disability, often having to deal with a number of personal, social or environmental issues which can impact negatively on their health. I believe it is important to look at health in a holistic way if we are to make improvements in our own health, or if looking collectively, in the health of our community.

To book a place email Paula here