by Louise Morgan | Blog, Complementary Therapy, Hot Stone Massage, Massage
If you think of a hot stone massage you may think of a massage with stones laid on your back. While stones may be put on your back while it’s not being massaged, it’s not actually the main part of a hot stone massage session. A hot stone massage actually...
by Louise Morgan | Aromatherapy, Blog, Complementary Therapy, Holistic Therapy
When you think of aromatherapy, do you think of aromatherapy with a massage? If so, you’re not alone. Many people think that when you book with a therapist for an aromatherapy session, you will be getting a massage, however it is possible to book an aromatherapy...
by Louise Morgan | Blog, Complementary Therapy, Holistic Therapy, Self Care
When you book your first appointment for an holistic therapy, you’ll be advised we need to allow time for a consultation. It may seem a little excessive if you’re booking for a bit of relaxation, but it’s actually really important. A consultation...
by Louise Morgan | Aromatherapy, Blog, Buying Essential Oils, Complementary Therapy, Essential Oil Safety, Introduction to Essential Oils
If you use certain oils on your skin or if you see an aromatherapist for a massage, you may be warned about going into direct sunlight after your session. Sometimes it will be because it’s summer and the carrier oil means you are more likely to...
by Louise Morgan | Holistic Therapy, Massage, Self Care
This is a repost of a blog I posted in 2016 on my other website OK, I have a confession to make. I hated the first massage I ever had. I couldn’t work out why people paid for these things and did it regularly. I led there wondering how long it would be, thoughts...
by Louise Morgan | Blog, Complementary Therapy, Holistic Therapy, Self Care
Some people who visit me are worried about the level of commitment needed with therapies. They think they’re going to be visiting weekly, it will cost a fortune and they don’t know if it’s going to help. It’s important to remember your...
by Louise Morgan | Complementary Therapy, Holistic Therapy
This is a reprint of an original blog I posted in May 2016 on a different website Sometimes I refer to myself as an holistic therapist, sometimes complementary. I’ve lately taken to calling myself an holistic therapist because I’m looking at someone as a...
by Louise Morgan | Aromatherapy, Blog, Complementary Therapy, Essential Oil Safety, Introduction to Essential Oils
As a member of a few facebook aromatherapy sites, I keep seeing posts by exasperated American aromatherapists. This advice is being given by marketing companies about ingestion of oils and the neat application of many essential oils. What’s the Problem? While...
by Louise Morgan | Baby Massage, Blog
When I teach baby massage groups I often see parents at the first group nervously wondering if their baby is going to stay still and enjoy the massage. I warn the parents that at some point during the five weeks their baby is likely to cry, and it’s ok....
