Prue Whelan Reflexology

Reflexology ~ Podiatry~ Hopi Ear Candling ~ Reiki ~ The Metamorphic Technique

Reflexology - & why finding the right reflexologist can be confusing

Reflexology involves treatment by massage to reflex areas in the feet and hands. The reflex areas correspond to all the various parts of the body and therefore the method offers a means for treating the whole body.

Although not a magic cure all, most people who try reflexology treatment do find that they benefit to some degree - the problem clears up completely, or symptoms become less severe or their pain is relieved or they feel generally better in themselves.

Reflexologists cannot diagnose, but reflexology can be used to detect which parts of the body are working well and which are not, this can often be helpful in finding the cause of a specific problem and may also help other problems arising. Reflexology cannot be used to the extent of giving definite names to disorders, but just to the extent of establishing where imbalances exist in the body.

In some cases a person may get a little worse after a treatment as the body readjusts and toxins are cleared from the system. Also, for those taking medication, there is sometimes the need for the medication to be adjusted as the reflexology treatment takes effect.

A professional practitioner will understand the correct approach to treatment and will work with orthodox doctors, where necessary, and never in opposition to their advice.

Finding a reflexologist can be a daunting task when faced with a myriad of acronyms for different health care qualifications and organisational groups. Experience counts for a huge degree of competence as a lot of reflexologists need to develop an intuitive feel. Some may have been qualified for many years but only handle two or three sessions a week, or less (though there may be others who may be recently qualified but have a natural gift for handling of the feet and detecting imbalances. Though personal recommendation is considered to be the best pointer, the reflexologist who is right for your friend may not be right for you.

The Metamorphic Technique - Transformation at your feet

The Metamorphic Technique is a simple tool that enables us to access more of our potential, it helps us to help ourselves. The Metamorphic Association have an informative website : www.metamorphicassociation.org.uk. which gives more details of this technique (not therapy)

"which has slowly and quietly gained respect from not only those whose lives have been transformed by it, but from doctors and specialists impressed with the results for conditions ranging from dyslexia to eating disorders." Lorna V quoted from the Sunday Times

I have been involved with this technique since 1989 and became a Practitioner Member in 2002. The treatment involves working on the hands, feet and head of the client and the Practitioner is merely the catalyst, working from a completely detached point of view with no preference for the outcome of the clients session; this is, of course, completely different from the usual approach and involvement of a therapist.

Ear Candling

I am also a qualified Thermo-Auricular Therapist (ThAT) and can give hopi candle treatments for a wide range of ENT conditions, including Tinnitus, blocked sinuses, glue ear. The treatment can be combined with reflexology for complete relaxation and working of the relevant reflex points.


Reiki

I am a Reiki Practitioner, honouring the Usui method. I qualified with my Masters Degree at Stonehenge in 2005.


A combined session of healing

I can also offer a more spiritually based healing session, including ear-candling, reflexology, and Reiki healing (I am a master/teacher). My clinic is smudged (spiritually cleansed) before each appointment and your session will be designed for you personally.