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Shiatsu for Anxiety

Shiatsu for Stress and Anxiety

When it comes to stress and anxiety, we all have a different threshold. In today's fast-paced world, pressures from work, family, or societal expectations play a role in contributing to stress and anxiety, made worse by hormonal ups and downs for women. On a cultural level, we hold ourselves to impossibly high standards of perfection for home, work, and children’s achievement, as if these things were a true reflection of our own goodness and worthwhileness, which of course they are not.

Whatever the cause of the stress overload, those who need support is invariably ‘stuck’ and unable to move forward without some form of support and intervention.
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Relaxation and time out is needed.

WHY SLEEP IS SO IMPORTANT
​We need sleep on so many levels. Sleep improves heart health, regulates blood sugar, restores the immune system, helps mental focus, staves off dementia, and yes, you guessed it reduces stress too. Lack of quality sleep can exacerbate feelings of stress and anxiety, so this is a bit of a negative feedback loop. Shiatsu has been shown to help sleep problems related to anxiety by promoting relaxation and addressing underlying factors contributing to insomnia.
​A NATURAL HOLISTIC APPROACH TO MANAGING STRESS & ANXIETY
Shiatsu is very supportive in anxiety, depression and other mental health problems. During your treatment, I provide a safe space to be listened to deeply, a sense of connectedness and the opportunity for peacefulness and quiet.

Shiatsu offers physical touch without invasion, building a trusting relationship and acceptance of where you are at that moment. Shiatsu can offer a different perspective on illness which the client can make sense of and supports physical calming and relaxation of the nervous system without any side effects and promote better sleep.


Breathing exercises might be recommended to help in letting go of physical and emotional stresses and tension. Gentle holding and stretching techniques help muscles relax, heart beat to slow down, anxiety reduce and the mood lift.

If you're looking for a natural and holistic approach to managing stress and anxiety, consider exploring shiatsu and its potential benefits.


Read my blog post on anxiety and my own recovery journey
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"Having visited Sarah a couple of times for Shiatsu, the last time being a couple of years ago I knew I could trust her to help me. A long time sufferer with anxiety and depression, I'd walk around with a weight on my shoulders and a cloud over my head. This lady gives an amazing treatment which releases me of all those feelings weighing me down. She gets to the very heart of the issues with this treatment.

I highly recommend Sarah to anybody who needs to make positive steps forward in their life. She is the most warm, lovely person and makes you feel completely at ease. I've had various treatments over the years but this outshines all of those.
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​You really must try Shiatsu with Sarah, you won't regret it."

​Debbie
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  • Home
  • women's health
    • Menopause and Peri-Menopause
    • Fertility Massage
    • Pregnancy Massage
    • PCOS or PMOS
    • Painful Periods
  • Pain Management
    • Pain Relief with Shiatsu
  • Emotional Wellness
    • Healing Emotional Trauma with Shiatsu
    • Shiatsu for Stress and Anxiety
    • Sleep and Insomnia
  • Treatments
    • Shiatsu Massage
    • Shiatsu & Energy Healing
    • Shiatsu FAQ's
    • Energy Healing
    • Tsuboki Foot Massage
    • Tai Chi Qigong
  • Prices
  • Locations
    • The Shiatsu Room Fortrose
    • Spellbound Caithness Thurso
  • Shop
  • Freebies
    • Menopause Mini E Book
    • 5 Chinese Medicine Secrets
    • Reduce Anxiety and Stress
  • Testimonials
    • Success Stories >
      • Reclaiming Life After Trauma
      • Relief from Stress
      • Letting go of Anxiety
  • Blog
  • About Me
  • Contact