Reflexology Therapy - Optimal Vitality
A natural, relaxing and soothing treatment to balance the body
How Reflexology works - What to expect - Reflexology for babies and children - Reflexology for fertility and pregnancy
Reflexology Treatment for Adults and for Children
Reflexology is a relaxing, non-invasive, natural treatment, where the aim is to rebalance the body naturally. It is based on the principle that the feet and hands form a mini-map of the entire body.
Reflexology Treatment is suitable for:
Adults
Fertility and Pregnancy – prenatal, encourage labour and post natal
Why clients come to see me for Reflexology
Reflexology Treatments may help with many different wellness issues caused by imbalances in the body that are anxiety-related, stress-related, pain-related and sleep-related and other symptoms including digestive, respiratory and low immunity.
Many of my clients, of any age, just love having a whole hour to themselves, where they can lay on my couch, and switch off in my relaxing, calm wellness studio and receive a rebalancing, soothing treatment that both their body and mind benefit greatly from.
Pregnant mums and parents can also bring babies, toddlers and children to see me for Reflexology for Children therapy.
How Reflexology works
Our body is the most amazing, complex wellness machine so it is not surprising that with the pressures of life we are all often out of balance! The good news is that Reflexology therapy is an effective way to rebalance yourself!
Reflexology uses gentle pressure on reflexes in the feet to help identify and disperse stress, tension, pain and imbalances that you may or may not be aware of in your body.
So often we carry tension without knowing it. Reflexology creates relaxation throughout the body, as well as encouraging and allowing your body to come back into balance naturally.
“I had the best Reflexology ever with Lou, she is amazing and picks up so much about you. If you like Reflexology, she is the lady to see.”
“I had a brilliant experience with Lou - I had a reflexology session, and not only did I come away feeling very energised and de-stressed, I also felt much more in control of my own wellness. Lou taught me how I could treat myself on a day to day basis, and I have found this invaluable in dealing with daily stresses. I found my session with her to be a very empowering experience. I couldn’t recommend Lou higher”
What to expect during, and after a Reflexology session
During the session
On arrival we will discuss your current wellness situation to allow me to fully tailor the treatment to your unique needs and to answer any questions you may have. Once you are comfortable on the couch, with relaxing music playing, I will use a combination of Reflexology and relaxation techniques to optimise the benefits for your body and mind.
I may recommend Reiki during the session as it is an extremely pleasant, holistic therapy that is naturally delivered in all my Reflexology services via my hands. Reiki blends beautifully with Reflexology as it connects you to your own life energy, further optimising your body’s ability to help itself. Read more about Reiki here.
After the session
Each of us experiences stress differently in our bodies so we may feel different benefits from the rebalancing. You may notice yourself sleeping better and find your mood and sense of wellbeing improve.
You may also find that other aspects of your physical and emotional wellness improve too; however, this happens on an individual basis as we are all unique.
Self-help wellness tools
If no-one in your house wants to rub your feet then can do your own self-help with hand reflexology that can be used every day to help you to stay balanced.
Hand reflexes are a powerful 'always available' tool to have in your wellness toolkit. I will show you specific hand reflexes tailored to your needs to help you with your wellness goals at the end of every appointment.
Reflexology for Babies and Children
A natural, gentle and calming treatment to support your child
I adapt Reflexology treatments according to each baby, toddler or child’s age. My sessions are a relaxing, empowering, learning and wellness experience. Children often leave feeling like they have had a fun, biology lesson and love learning the superpowers on their hands that they can use anytime to self-soothe and relax themselves.
Touch is a unique form of communication, which is why I also show you key reflexology techniques you can do on their feet (or hands), giving you an opportunity to further strengthen your precious bond and connection with your child.
My son, now a teenager, still asks me to do his feet most nights and gives us both a wonderful chance to chat in a calm, relaxing setting which often results in him opening up more to me which I truly value!
“Lou showed me how to comfort, support and bond with my baby every day which is a very special thing”
Reflexology for Babies
The arrival of your new baby is an such a special and exciting new time for your family! However, there may be stressful moments for your baby and for you as new parents as you try and do all you can to comfort and help your child.
Baby Reflexology is a wonderful treatment where I show you how to use Reflexology to be able to comfort and bond with your baby through touch, on their feet.
Baby Reflex teaches you the following techniques to support your baby’s:-
Feeding and digestion
Sleeping/comforting
Well-being
Each session is tailored to your baby’s needs and includes baby reflex charts.
Toddler Reflexology
Toddler Reflexology offers the same relaxation and bonding benefits as Baby Reflexology and uses nursery rhymes on toddlers’ hands which makes it fun for all the family!
The approved Toddler Reflex course teaches you the following techniques:-
Connection, bonding and calming (an instant way to deal with any tantrums!)
Immune system support
Digestive and nervous system support
Pain relief
“I contacted Optimal Vitality when I was having issues with my 8 month old baby sleeping. During the appointment Lou walked me through reflexology I can do at home with my baby and made each action really clear and easy to understand. I went away feeling confident in the steps I could use and was really pleased to have this in my kit bag to help comfort and relax my baby. Lou was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful and my daughter loved her which really helped, she even wanted to cuddle Lou at the end of the session. I cannot recommend Lou and Optimal Vitality enough and we are using reflexology on a regular basis as part of our bedtime routine which has been really positive for us ”
Reflexology for Fertility
A natural, de-stressing and comforting treatment to support you and your body through your conception journey
Reflexology for Fertility is a natural therapy for couples trying for a baby. Reflexology and fertility are interlinked as relaxation and rebalancing helps to prepare the female body and the male body for conception during what, can be an emotional and stressful time.
This is a very special time for clients and I always appreciate clients that allow me to share the experience with you.
It is fundamental that you get to know me, feel totally comfortable during our sessions together and ask any questions you may have. I am here to listen to you, answer your questions and support you with fully tailored sessions. Each appointment includes specialist fertility techniques that may help ease these physical and emotional stresses and strains that you may be experiencing pre-conception.
Reflexology for Pregnancy
A natural, de-stressing and comforting treatment to support you, your body and your baby through pregnancy
Pregnancy is an amazing journey! Pre-natal reflexology and pregnancy go hand in hand together through the pregnancy after your first trimester is complete.
Pregnancy causes your body to experience significant natural changes which affect the emotional, hormonal and physiological balance of your body. Reflexology treatments while pregnant are designed to be relaxing, to provide support to assist your body to rebalance and to optimise your physical and emotional health, all of which support the health of your baby.
The session content and support will change as we follow your pregnancy month by month ensuring that you, your body and your baby get the right support at the right time and to help prepare your body for birth. Reflexology also gives you precious time away from your busy life where you are able to solely focus on yourself and your growing baby.
Reflexology to bring on labour
If the baby is at full term or overdue, specific Reflexology techniques can be used to relax the body and gently encourage the start of labour in a natural way.
Post Natal Reflexology
Post Natal Reflexology rebalances your hormones and your body to help you cope with the roller-coaster of emotions you will feel after your baby is born.
In addition, Reflexology helps with the tiredness and stress that can come after the birth and the experience of living with a new baby!
“With my first pregnancy, midwives were keen to induce my baby but I asked if we could wait a few days and I saw Lou for reflexology. By midnight that same day I was in labour and 6 hours later, I had my daughter in the birthing pool. Beyond being incredibly knowledgeable & passionate, Lou has a hugely calming way about her. She instantly relaxes you and makes you feel more centred”
Reflexology Appointments
Appointments are £75 per appointment, 6 appointments are £415.
The first session is 75 minutes as it includes a 15 minute consultation and 60 minutes thereafter. Each session includes suggested daily wellness recommendations
A Relax, release and rebalance blend of reflexology, reiki and gentle emotion release is £115 for 75 minutes. The first session is 90 minutes for the same price as it includes a 15 minute consultation and 60 minutes thereafter. Each session includes suggested daily wellness recommendations
Payment is required in advance by BACS transfer
Shorter sessions or longer sessions are available at a pro-rata price. During pregnancy, shorter sessions are encouraged, especially as the pregnancy progresses
All Reflexology appointments take place in my wellness studio in Surbiton
Pregnancy appointments are only available after your first trimester of pregnancy (3 months)
Baby reflex appointments are for babies older than 8 weeks – 1 year old
Toddler reflex appointments are available for children aged 1-3 years old
Parents do the Reflexology techniques on their baby/toddler under my expert guidance
A pre-session 15 minute phone call with the parent is completed, prior to seeing their child to fully understand their situation
Optimal Vitality has a 24 hour cancellation policy. Please see Terms and Conditions
If cancellation is received on the day of the appointment, unless it is under extenuating circumstances, the full appointment fee will be charged.