Anna Grant-Glinka

Aromatherapy works to improve our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, helping us to restore balance and harmony in our life.

Essential oils provide the basis for Aromatherapy which literally means ‘treatment with aromas’. Our sense of smell is the most powerful of all our senses and as we breathe in the aromas from the essential oils they can have a dramatic effect on the way we feel.

Massage is wonderfully relaxing and perfect for easing away the stress of everyday life. So put the two together and you have a truly sensory and relaxing experience!

If you have tired, aching muscles from too much computer work or just need a pampering, relaxing treat then I offer a gentle or more remedial massage tailored to suit your specific needs.

The Benefits of Massage

• A relaxing and pampering treat to restore balance and harmony
• Soothes away the tension in tired, aching muscles
• A sensory and mood-enhancing treat when the stresses of everyday life get too much
• Can assist with pain relief
• Improves muscle mobility and flexibility.

What Happens in a Session

Before any session, you will be asked to complete a consultation form. The first questions I will ask you are “How you are feeling?” “How would you like to feel at the end of your session?”

In an Aromatherapy treatment, we will then select some oils together using my therapeutic knowledge and also taking into consideration your fragrance preferences, as this is highly personal!

I will then step out of the room whilst you undress and make yourself comfortable on the couch, lying under the soft towels. The room will be warmly heated and relaxing music will be playing. This is your time to relax and unwind.

Temperature treatments are based on the principles of using penetrating heated stones, alternating with chilled stones where appropriate. I tend to use the cold stones for sports or injury treatments as most people prefer the hot stones!

The Application of Heat
The short-term effect of heat on the body is fabulously therapeutic. The use of heated stones on an isolated area will pull blood to the tissue of that region. The result will be warm, flushed skin (hyperaemia). This allows the therapist to work even deeper on those impenetrable trigger points and tense muscles.

The Application of Cold
In contrast to heat, the short-term effects of cold temperature is much more refreshing and invigorating. When chilled stones are applied the blood vessels will constrict. The numbing effect will reduce the discomfort that accompanies strains, sprains, fractures and reducing fluid build-up in body tissues. The use of chilled stones are also used to rehabilitate injuries and chronic muscle spasms.

The Types of Stones Used
Basalt Stones for the heat: The therapy uses basalt pebbles for the treatment. The type of basalt is modified igneous rock that is formed by volcanic and sedimentary action.

Marble Stones for Cooling

The marble is specially made as it is rarely found in pebble form. Like basalt, marble has been on a long journey before it reaches our treatment room.

The stones I use are tumbled to create a beautifully smooth finish. It is vital that the stones are recharged or energised in the sun on a regular basis so they do not lose their precious energy.

The Benefits

• Relaxing – the Full Body massage is the ultimate pampering treat
• Helps with joint and muscular-skeletal imbalances –including conditions such as arthritis, rheumatism, fibromyalgia
• Reduces muscle strain– neck & lower back pain caused by computer work or manual work
• Athletic or Dancer – optimum performance & prescriptive
• Site Specific– hot and cold temperature speeds up injury recovery/preventative
• Detoxifying – works on the lymph system.

What happens in a session?
Before any session, you will be asked to complete a detailed consultation form. I may contact you prior to your treatment to check there are no contraindications – i.e. heart issues, circulatory issues, stroke etc as a GP’s letter may be required. Although this is a relaxing treatment your body systems are getting a ‘workout’ too!

We will primarily be working with the hot stones, unless an injury or rehabilitation requires treatment with the cool stones.

I will step out of the room whilst you undress and make yourself comfortable on the couch lying under the soft towels. The room will be warmly heated and relaxing music will be playing. This is your time to relax and unwind.

Having worked in the Skincare & Therapy Industry for many years, I have a wealth of skincare secrets and facial massage techniques that I can share with you. I am happy to create a bespoke treatment for you.

Rejuvenating Rose or Neroli Facial – This rejuvenating facial incorporates working on key acupressure points, as well as specialised uplifting massage techniques to release muscle tension and assist with lymphatic drainage on the facial muscles, eyes and neck areas. Pure Bliss!

The product ranges used are either Liz Earle or Neal’s Yard and a choice of essential oils of Rose or Neroli – all nourishing and revitalising for the skin.

The Benefits of Facial Massage

• Tones and helps to tighten the skin and underlying muscles
• Improves lymphatic circulation, increasing the elimination of toxins
• Improves skin suppleness & helps reduce expression lines
• Releases any muscle tension in the face and jaw
• Increases blood circulation, enabling capillaries to deliver nutrients more efficiently to the skin’s surface
• Aids the removal of dead skin cells, revealing brighter skin
• Enhances mental and physical relaxation
• Makes you feel and look wonderful – naturally!

What Happens in a Session

After a detailed consultation about your skin, the products you use and your expectations for your treatment, we commence with a double cleanse and tone to thoroughly cleanse your skin. Always removed with warm mitts.

With a light oil scented with either rose or neroli, I will use a combination of specialised massage techniques to release, lift and stimulate the facial skin and around the delicate eye area.

A deeply moisturising mask will leave your skin glowing and rejuvenated while you receive a relaxing neck, arm, hand & scalp massage. Finally, eye serum and moisturiser complete your treatment, leaving your skin glowing and you feeling totally rejuvenated!

Reiki originated in Japan in the 1920’s. Its founder was Mikao Usui who originally taught the system as a path to self-healing and enlightenment. The word Reiki is derived from two Japanese words Rei (universal) and ki (life force energy).
Reiki is an energy-balancing therapy based on the channeling of Universal Life Force Energy that flows within and around us.

Angelic Reiki
I have always had an affinity with Angels and after receiving an Angelic Reiki treatment I decided to study it myself – I am now an Angelic Reiki Master!

Angelic Reiki is a powerful healing modality that works with the highest energies of the Angelic Realms. Angelic Reiki draws on the ancient wisdom and healing techniques once used in Atlantis and Lemuria. Working hand-in-hand with the transformative energy of the Angelic Beings of Light, Ascended Masters and our Healing Angels this is a powerful, nurturing, rebalancing and healing treatment.

The Platonic Solids Healing Session
The Platonic Solids are named after Plato, the famous Greek philosopher. The Greeks referred to these five shapes as the ‘cosmic solids’ of the Universe.

In a healing session, I work with the 5 Platonic solids that have been cut from pure quartz crystal. I also work with a crystal Orb and Merkabah. Each individual Platonic Solid has its own unique multidimensional healing purpose and relates to a particular chakra, thus creating a shift in the physical, spiritual, mental and emotional state in a positive and balanced way.

The Etheric Body Healing Session
“It is important to have a healthy Etheric Body as it is the blueprint for the Physical Body.”

Your Chakras reside within the Etheric Body. Your level of consciousness and emotional state will dictate how your Etheric Body integrates with your Physical Body. Stress, trauma, drugs, pollution, etc will all have an effect on your Etheric Body.

An Etheric Body Healing will allow for your Etheric Body to be re-energised, cleansed and re-balanced so you can experience a ‘wave’ of higher dimensional life force energy to aid your physical body.

The Benefits:

The Angelic Realm will lovingly support you to release any imbalances on an emotional, physical and spiritual level and help you to connect to your higher self.

What Happens in a Session:

After an introduction to the session, I ask you to select some Angel cards to assist us in the healing.  You will then lie down on a comfortable treatment couch, remaining fully clothed.  Gentle music will be playing in the background to help you to relax.

During the treatment, I am the bridge for the angelic healing energy that is being channelled to you.  The 12 chakras are scanned and  relevant crystals are used where necessary.   Angelic Reiki is a beautiful, light healing energy and many people drift off or go on their own journey.

At the end of the session you are given plenty of time to come round slowly and have a glass of water.  It is common to feel very relaxed and a bit light-headed initially.  You normally sleep well the night of your session.  Sometimes emotions may rise to the surface.