From time to time I invite clients to write some words about their experience of treatment/s with me. Recently I was curious to discover why people choose to come back for another massage.
The treatments are massages but could also be described as an energy-balancing or bodywork session. The massage works on a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual level; almost like an MOT for the body which impacts all layers of body/mind/spirit.
2021
SILVIA (charity sector CEO, yogi)
I love receiving a massage from you. I feel I can really trust and let go and open myself to receiving. I always feel more at peace and connected for days afterwards. Thank you.
LOUISE (senior project manager)
Thank you so much. After the treatment I just rested and drank water, but I felt really energised like I was able to do an activity and not at all fatigued like the first time. I have slept very well and muscles feel really good the last few days so a big thank you!
ANYA (academic)
Magical hands, trusting, expansive, in how they hold and how they open up my experience after. I feel like the side blinds have been removed.I walked out so happy and peaceful. Thank you magical Rachel.
BETTI (designer, academic)
Truly amazing treatment yesterday. I woke up with a different face. I feel so well and clear and "right".
2018
JAYA (academic writer)
Thai massage with Rachel is more like a deep healing session than a physical work through. This is why I am sometimes hesitant and scared, but at the same time desperate and longing for another session!
SARAH (yoga teacher)
Massages with Rachel are a real treat. She makes you feel very welcome and comfortable and is genuinely interested in how you are and how the massage can help you on that day. She has a great amount of knowledge and experience and you always feel in safe hands with her. Whether you have a physical injury, deeply held tension in your body or are looking to relieve stress or trauma, Rachel can help. You will leave feeling both deeply relaxed and rejuvenated.
ANYA (academic)
When I finish a massage with you I feel like a horse whose blinds have been removed - I gain perspective and lateral view - an opening up from the back body to the heart and become aware and sensitive of the world around and inside. Strong, sensitive hands and soul.
MARTINA (artist, performer and yoga teacher)
I remember that calm, peaceful, stillness, settling of the mind, deep relaxation and release of the body at the end. I like the feeling of letting my body surrender to the earth and to be completely held and surrender to someone moving me and giving me permission to not do anything other than let go. The deep and gentle stretches and massages is yoga, meditation and massage all at once and it feels so good for me on all levels. I also come back because we are friends and we have a connection.
DAISY (teacher, artist and writer)
I know and trust her and she is really good company to be around. She is never po-faced and always has a twinkle in her eyes. She treats the whole person, body and soul. I love Thai massage anyway, the physical manipulation while you are passive is just heaven. You are clothed and the sequences flow gracefully around your torso and limbs. Love it.
ANGELIKA (yoga and meditation teacher)
I always feel treated in such a loving and caring and reassuring way! I love the very measured and slow pace, it never feels intrusive or too challenging. I feel that my body can really take it’s own time to fall back into an inner alignment.
MARK (senior lecturer in performing arts)
In Rachel’s hands I feel able to let go completely and allow her skills and compassion to help me release tension and relax deeply.
VICTORIA (teacher, make-up artist)
I love to receive Thai massage treatments from you Rachel because your techniques are extremely good. My body enjoys and needs this care. Your treatments have helped me enormously to open my shoulders and improve my posture. They and my yoga practice have got the energy moving in a very free way in my body. I can sense a huge amount of energy moving in the chakras. The treatments are very beautiful. I find the whole experience very tranquil and relaxing. Apart from the actual massage itself, the feeling of tranquility is partly due to the space in your apartment. It feels like a good, uncluttered, well-cared for environment. It’s partly because of how calm your voice is and the way you move.
PHIL (IT consultant)
I've had several treatments with Rachel. It is a 90 minute experience where I truly feel I'm able to escape the stress of the outside world and and really allow myself to relax. The massage itself is very intuitive - Rachel is able to identify areas that need work and focus on these. Rachel herself is also such a calm and warm person and this was very important to me - it felt like seeing an old friend which, again, allowed me to feel relaxed.
SARA (academic)
Whatever situation I am facing in life, my perspective is improved by a massage with Rachel. It has to do with letting myself be carried by her, and be held. This allows me to get in touch with a different energy in myself. It is only possible because Rachel is so reassuring in her touch and can hold the space we are in. I also find my body remains more flexible and open for days after the massage, which is noticeable when I do my yoga practice. Finally, I have deeper sleep after our sessions, and little aches and pains often disappear. It is a wonderful way to look after myself.
JULIE (yoga teacher/trainee psychotherapist)
I come back to have a massage with Rachel as she has a very personal approach to massage. She takes time to understand areas that need work and really gives them attention! I find the whole experience peaceful, unwinding and very beneficial not only for my body but my mind as well. Thank you.
FEMKE (weaver)
The feeling after Rachel's treatment is one of deep relaxation and a state close to emerging from a long meditation, reflecting in the way I can just let my body be, and actually take time to relax also afterwards. It would be impossible to do much more than taking thing slow and easy after her treatment.
JANE (community development worker, Thailand)
What I appreciate about your massages: They seem to be tailored to my needs/condition. You don't talk excessively, just a little bit to help you know what to do or not do. You adjust the pressure perfectly for what I want. You have a good fusion of other alternative therapies woven into your Thai massage style. You are trustworthy. I know you will not hurt me or abuse me. You have deep knowledge and confidence based on that and it shows through. During and after your massages I feel absolutely fantastic! Relaxed, cared for, rejuvenated. Your massages are, without doubt, the BEST I have ever had from anyone anywhere.
LARA (mental health nurse)
The massages I have had from Rachel, have been the best I’ve ever had. There is an emotional intelligence in Rachel’s massages that I haven’t experienced anywhere else. I often leave a massage feeling it wasn’t quite what I needed or wasn't long enough or strong enough or just not exactly what I needed. I leave Rachel’s feeling the exact opposite..completely content, relaxed, nourished and that feeling lasts.
CECILIA (global change agent)
I came back not only because the beautiful and relaxing massage but because of Rachel's presence..the simply chance to share a cup of tea with her, enjoy the massage and forget the world for a couple of hours! I recommended Rachel to my friends and they have returned even more regularly than me.
2012
LEONARDO (political analyst and writer)
After a full-on week, my body was feeling more like a bag full of quarrelling cats than a coherent ensemble. Rachel's delicate strength and welcoming openness truly restored some harmony between them. I left the session brimming with newfound togetherness and a prodigious appetite.
MARK (senior lecturer in performing arts)
I feel energised today; like my feet, hands and skin have woken up. An urge towards action not introspection. Softer and more resilient. Less brittle. Spacious inside.
MIRIAM (teaching assistant for children with special educational needs)
Rachel is warm, welcoming, generous. She is a great therapist and her practice took me into a journey of discovery and new connection with my body. I have a back problem, so I go for a massage every-time I need a little help and every time I leave I feel lighter, calmer and rejuvenated. The massage itself is very different from anything else I have experienced before especially because it involves not only your whole body but also the whole therapist's body which gives the massage a beautiful sense of holistic completeness. Rachel's touch is soft but firm, reassuring but decisive and I always feel I can trust she will understand what my body needs. Highly, highly recommended.
SARA (academic)
I go to see Rachel for a massage every time I feel something in me is so out of balance that I can't redress it by myself. Personal practice is important to me, and so is self-reliance. But there are times when we need the touch of others, metaphorically and literally too! Rachel's touch is special. She takes the body to a journey in which she is the gentle yet unshakeable guide. When I lie on her mat I can finally let go, in full confidence that she is holding me and helping me. Rachel's massage, to me, is fearless. And whether I need to relax, to energize, to be reassured, or to be encouraged, it always happens. Of course, any tension and pain are also released. But more deeply, it is the connection that gives me new energy and hope each time.
SARAH (publisher and yoga teacher)
I have been having regular Thai Massages with Rachel for 3 years now. They are a wonderful experience and I always feel deeply rejuvenated afterwards. The actual experience of the massage is always wonderful, and I really enjoy being able to take this time out for myself and to completely surrender to the treatment. Rachel always make me feel completely relaxed and safe, and as a result I can always fully relax and let my body be moved by her. I always trust her to do the right thing. I would really recommend Thai Massages as a great way to deeply relax, to re-balance emotionally and mentally and also to deal with specific aches and pains in the body. If I could afford it, I would have one every week!
ISOBEL (London Fields)
Rachel, your massage was so gratefully received. Thanks so much. I found the experience really amazing, I enjoyed every minute. I loved how you used and gently manipulated the movement of my limbs within my joints to stretch and massage them. It felt very different to sports massage, more sensitive, holistic and really stress-relieving. You were a pleasure to deal with, and a very soothing presence throughout.
NADIA (London Fields)
Hi Rachel, I absolutely loved the treatment. I have never had Thai massage before and found the treatment very therapeutic. It felt very holistic - a real treat for body and soul! I also found your manner so lovely. Anna Rose, Annabel and I all said that you were so very good at putting us at ease. Your warmth and interest was tremendously engaging. I felt very soothed talking to you, while receiving the treatment and left feeling relaxed, nurtured and uplifted. Being pregnant, it felt all the better. I can be guilty of getting a tad stressed but your treatment really helped me to free my mind of anxieties and it felt as though it had done something good for my bubba as well as myself. I would love to book in for another treatment soon!
SALLY (fashion retailer)
I had a foot massage with Rachel, what a great experience. Totally relaxing and also energising. By treating the feet, the whole body benefits. I cannot recommend this treatment highly enough! A truly good experience.
CHRIS (independent consultant)
I've just had my second foot massage with Rachel and can't wait for the next! Today I had a short (half hour) session, but it brought me to a similar state of bliss than the first, longer session! So whether you're looking for a short or longer treatment, your feet are definitely in safe hands with Rachel. You won't regret it.
DORA (retired, aged 83)
Painful to start with, but then it eased off and was very soothing. Now I need to take a nap!
SO-MEI (reflexologist)
My foot massage with Rachel was absolutely amazing!! Truly blissful and being a reflexologist myself, I can genuinely and honestly say, it was one of the best foot massages I have had! Rachel is a lovely, bright and skillful therapist! I would definitely recommend a foot massage with her.
SARAH (hairdresser)
Thanks Rachel for my neck and shoulder 1/2 hour Thai massage. Was just what I needed after yoga and giving up my 6 year business to have a more peaceful life. Perfect start. Went home and had a bath!!! Bliss!!! Great afternoon.
ESTHER (dancer and pilates teacher)
I totally loved it and it feels really special to be moved and stretched by another body's movements. Like a dance together! It feels safe, comforting and very organic. I was so relaxed and energised at the same time after.
JAYA (academic writer)
Thai massage with Rachel is more like a deep healing session than a physical work through. This is why I am sometimes hesitant and scared, but at the same time desperate and longing for another session!
SARAH (yoga teacher)
Massages with Rachel are a real treat. She makes you feel very welcome and comfortable and is genuinely interested in how you are and how the massage can help you on that day. She has a great amount of knowledge and experience and you always feel in safe hands with her. Whether you have a physical injury, deeply held tension in your body or are looking to relieve stress or trauma, Rachel can help. You will leave feeling both deeply relaxed and rejuvenated.
ANYA (academic)
When I finish a massage with you I feel like a horse whose blinds have been removed - I gain perspective and lateral view - an opening up from the back body to the heart and become aware and sensitive of the world around and inside. Strong, sensitive hands and soul.
MARTINA (artist, performer and yoga teacher)
I remember that calm, peaceful, stillness, settling of the mind, deep relaxation and release of the body at the end. I like the feeling of letting my body surrender to the earth and to be completely held and surrender to someone moving me and giving me permission to not do anything other than let go. The deep and gentle stretches and massages is yoga, meditation and massage all at once and it feels so good for me on all levels. I also come back because we are friends and we have a connection.
DAISY (teacher, artist and writer)
I know and trust her and she is really good company to be around. She is never po-faced and always has a twinkle in her eyes. She treats the whole person, body and soul. I love Thai massage anyway, the physical manipulation while you are passive is just heaven. You are clothed and the sequences flow gracefully around your torso and limbs. Love it.
ANGELIKA (yoga and meditation teacher)
I always feel treated in such a loving and caring and reassuring way! I love the very measured and slow pace, it never feels intrusive or too challenging. I feel that my body can really take it’s own time to fall back into an inner alignment.
MARK (senior lecturer in performing arts)
In Rachel’s hands I feel able to let go completely and allow her skills and compassion to help me release tension and relax deeply.
VICTORIA (teacher, make-up artist)
I love to receive Thai massage treatments from you Rachel because your techniques are extremely good. My body enjoys and needs this care. Your treatments have helped me enormously to open my shoulders and improve my posture. They and my yoga practice have got the energy moving in a very free way in my body. I can sense a huge amount of energy moving in the chakras. The treatments are very beautiful. I find the whole experience very tranquil and relaxing. Apart from the actual massage itself, the feeling of tranquility is partly due to the space in your apartment. It feels like a good, uncluttered, well-cared for environment. It’s partly because of how calm your voice is and the way you move.
PHIL (IT consultant)
I've had several treatments with Rachel. It is a 90 minute experience where I truly feel I'm able to escape the stress of the outside world and and really allow myself to relax. The massage itself is very intuitive - Rachel is able to identify areas that need work and focus on these. Rachel herself is also such a calm and warm person and this was very important to me - it felt like seeing an old friend which, again, allowed me to feel relaxed.
SARA (academic)
Whatever situation I am facing in life, my perspective is improved by a massage with Rachel. It has to do with letting myself be carried by her, and be held. This allows me to get in touch with a different energy in myself. It is only possible because Rachel is so reassuring in her touch and can hold the space we are in. I also find my body remains more flexible and open for days after the massage, which is noticeable when I do my yoga practice. Finally, I have deeper sleep after our sessions, and little aches and pains often disappear. It is a wonderful way to look after myself.
JULIE (yoga teacher/trainee psychotherapist)
I come back to have a massage with Rachel as she has a very personal approach to massage. She takes time to understand areas that need work and really gives them attention! I find the whole experience peaceful, unwinding and very beneficial not only for my body but my mind as well. Thank you.
FEMKE (weaver)
The feeling after Rachel's treatment is one of deep relaxation and a state close to emerging from a long meditation, reflecting in the way I can just let my body be, and actually take time to relax also afterwards. It would be impossible to do much more than taking thing slow and easy after her treatment.
JANE (community development worker, Thailand)
What I appreciate about your massages: They seem to be tailored to my needs/condition. You don't talk excessively, just a little bit to help you know what to do or not do. You adjust the pressure perfectly for what I want. You have a good fusion of other alternative therapies woven into your Thai massage style. You are trustworthy. I know you will not hurt me or abuse me. You have deep knowledge and confidence based on that and it shows through. During and after your massages I feel absolutely fantastic! Relaxed, cared for, rejuvenated. Your massages are, without doubt, the BEST I have ever had from anyone anywhere.
LARA (mental health nurse)
The massages I have had from Rachel, have been the best I’ve ever had. There is an emotional intelligence in Rachel’s massages that I haven’t experienced anywhere else. I often leave a massage feeling it wasn’t quite what I needed or wasn't long enough or strong enough or just not exactly what I needed. I leave Rachel’s feeling the exact opposite..completely content, relaxed, nourished and that feeling lasts.
CECILIA (global change agent)
I came back not only because the beautiful and relaxing massage but because of Rachel's presence..the simply chance to share a cup of tea with her, enjoy the massage and forget the world for a couple of hours! I recommended Rachel to my friends and they have returned even more regularly than me.
2012
LEONARDO (political analyst and writer)
After a full-on week, my body was feeling more like a bag full of quarrelling cats than a coherent ensemble. Rachel's delicate strength and welcoming openness truly restored some harmony between them. I left the session brimming with newfound togetherness and a prodigious appetite.
MARK (senior lecturer in performing arts)
I feel energised today; like my feet, hands and skin have woken up. An urge towards action not introspection. Softer and more resilient. Less brittle. Spacious inside.
MIRIAM (teaching assistant for children with special educational needs)
Rachel is warm, welcoming, generous. She is a great therapist and her practice took me into a journey of discovery and new connection with my body. I have a back problem, so I go for a massage every-time I need a little help and every time I leave I feel lighter, calmer and rejuvenated. The massage itself is very different from anything else I have experienced before especially because it involves not only your whole body but also the whole therapist's body which gives the massage a beautiful sense of holistic completeness. Rachel's touch is soft but firm, reassuring but decisive and I always feel I can trust she will understand what my body needs. Highly, highly recommended.
SARA (academic)
I go to see Rachel for a massage every time I feel something in me is so out of balance that I can't redress it by myself. Personal practice is important to me, and so is self-reliance. But there are times when we need the touch of others, metaphorically and literally too! Rachel's touch is special. She takes the body to a journey in which she is the gentle yet unshakeable guide. When I lie on her mat I can finally let go, in full confidence that she is holding me and helping me. Rachel's massage, to me, is fearless. And whether I need to relax, to energize, to be reassured, or to be encouraged, it always happens. Of course, any tension and pain are also released. But more deeply, it is the connection that gives me new energy and hope each time.
SARAH (publisher and yoga teacher)
I have been having regular Thai Massages with Rachel for 3 years now. They are a wonderful experience and I always feel deeply rejuvenated afterwards. The actual experience of the massage is always wonderful, and I really enjoy being able to take this time out for myself and to completely surrender to the treatment. Rachel always make me feel completely relaxed and safe, and as a result I can always fully relax and let my body be moved by her. I always trust her to do the right thing. I would really recommend Thai Massages as a great way to deeply relax, to re-balance emotionally and mentally and also to deal with specific aches and pains in the body. If I could afford it, I would have one every week!
ISOBEL (London Fields)
Rachel, your massage was so gratefully received. Thanks so much. I found the experience really amazing, I enjoyed every minute. I loved how you used and gently manipulated the movement of my limbs within my joints to stretch and massage them. It felt very different to sports massage, more sensitive, holistic and really stress-relieving. You were a pleasure to deal with, and a very soothing presence throughout.
NADIA (London Fields)
Hi Rachel, I absolutely loved the treatment. I have never had Thai massage before and found the treatment very therapeutic. It felt very holistic - a real treat for body and soul! I also found your manner so lovely. Anna Rose, Annabel and I all said that you were so very good at putting us at ease. Your warmth and interest was tremendously engaging. I felt very soothed talking to you, while receiving the treatment and left feeling relaxed, nurtured and uplifted. Being pregnant, it felt all the better. I can be guilty of getting a tad stressed but your treatment really helped me to free my mind of anxieties and it felt as though it had done something good for my bubba as well as myself. I would love to book in for another treatment soon!
SALLY (fashion retailer)
I had a foot massage with Rachel, what a great experience. Totally relaxing and also energising. By treating the feet, the whole body benefits. I cannot recommend this treatment highly enough! A truly good experience.
CHRIS (independent consultant)
I've just had my second foot massage with Rachel and can't wait for the next! Today I had a short (half hour) session, but it brought me to a similar state of bliss than the first, longer session! So whether you're looking for a short or longer treatment, your feet are definitely in safe hands with Rachel. You won't regret it.
DORA (retired, aged 83)
Painful to start with, but then it eased off and was very soothing. Now I need to take a nap!
SO-MEI (reflexologist)
My foot massage with Rachel was absolutely amazing!! Truly blissful and being a reflexologist myself, I can genuinely and honestly say, it was one of the best foot massages I have had! Rachel is a lovely, bright and skillful therapist! I would definitely recommend a foot massage with her.
SARAH (hairdresser)
Thanks Rachel for my neck and shoulder 1/2 hour Thai massage. Was just what I needed after yoga and giving up my 6 year business to have a more peaceful life. Perfect start. Went home and had a bath!!! Bliss!!! Great afternoon.
ESTHER (dancer and pilates teacher)
I totally loved it and it feels really special to be moved and stretched by another body's movements. Like a dance together! It feels safe, comforting and very organic. I was so relaxed and energised at the same time after.
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