Prior to the first session, I ask all clients to fill out a treatment form, outlining their reasons for wanting shiatsu and their medical history and use their answers as a starting point to discuss what they would like from our work together.
Each session lasts between 45 minutes and 1 1/2 hours (check the various packages offered)
The client remains fully clothed, though it is best to wear loose, comfortable clothing of a natural fibre to allow freedom of movement.
The session usually begins with an assessment of posture and then I will begin working on the body addressing the priority conditions that have come to light through dialogue with the client or from assessment.
I usually leave the client for five minutes at the end of the session so they have a chance to relax and integrate the experience of the session and then we have a short conversation so I can receive feedback.
Clients often ask how many sessions they will need, but this is impossible to answer as each situation is unique, though, for acute conditions, I usually recommend a course of weekly sessions for four to six weeks to allow the body time to integrate the work and lasting change to occur. After this it’s recommend to have 1-2 monthly sessions for a healthy balance.
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