Frances Patterson has been practising holistic therapies for several years; she began as a Swedish massage therapist, progressing to Thai massage in 2001; Frances studied Traditional Thai Bodywork (generally known as Thai Massage) with the British School of Traditional Thai Massage and Thai Yoga, and subsequently in Thailand at the Classic Touch School of Thai Massage in Chiang Mai.
Frances has also studied Oriental Massage and often uses a combination of disciplines in her treatments to achieve the best results. Frances is also a Beauty Therapist, specialising in Aromatherapy Facials (using Circaroma Organic Skincare Products).
Swedish Massage
Oil massage is really beneficial for relieving the pain and discomfort caused by poor posture, driving and extensive computer use; it is also one of the best anti-stress treatments, a full body massage really works for lifting your mood and promoting deep relaxation. Frances generally uses blended aromatherapy oils, but if you have a nut allergy or are sensitive to essential oils then she is quite happy to use a plain oil, such as grapeseed or apricot kernel.
60 minutes £40
Thai Massage
Originally designed to relieve the aches and pains of monks, post meditation, Thai Massage was subsequently found to have amazing benefits for the mind and body, relieving stress, back pain, joint pain, headaches, insomnia and fatigue, while at the same time improving flexibility and posture.
Thai massage begins with the feet and ends with a head massage, in between your whole body is stretched and manipulated in a slow, meditative and rhythmic manner; as a client you will need to wear loose, comfortable clothing and be comfortable with massage on a futon on the floor, rather than on a couch.
60 mins £40
90 mins £55
Aromatherapy Facial
A skin care treatment for the face and neck, incorporating massage of the face, neck and shoulders. Frances uses Circaroma natural skin care products because they are effective, smell gorgeous and create a skin specific, relaxing and refreshing facial.
60 mins £40