Posts Tagged ‘discomfort’
Anxiety
Struggling to sleep? Energy levels low? Quick to temper? Feeling unsettled? Periods of panic? Anxiety affects us all at some stage, and it’s a necessary part of the human psyche – otherwise we’d never achieve anything or recognise when something is wrong. However, many of us will experience periods in our lives when it becomes…
Read MoreParent & Teen Counselling with Abi Ayre
Parent / Teen Counselling with Integrative Counsellor; Abi Ayre. “Parenting a teenager can feel like walking on egg shells. If you’re stuck in endless arguments, or your teen feels unheard, you don’t have to face it alone. It is possible to move forward with less conflict and more connection ” Abi. If you would like…
Read MoreFinding Support Through Fertility Challenges
‘Finding Support Through Fertility Challenges’ with Integrative Counsellor; Abi Ayre. For some, navigating the fertility journey can be an extremely stressful time, and it can be easy to forget that your emotional wellbeing is as important as your physical. In this blog Integrative Counsellor; Abi Ayre shares her thoughts on the value of counselling, and…
Read MoreTreatments for Babies and Children
There’s nothing more worrying than when your little one is unwell, upset or in discomfort. At the Bridge Centre, we have a selection of therapies that offer support to our little treasures, to help get them back to their havoc-wreaking selves! Osteopathy for Babies and Children (often referred to as Paediatric or Cranial Osteopathy). Osteopathy…
Read MorePost-natal checks with Osteopath Cathy Travis
Osteopath Cathy Travis completed her Natal Foundations Training with Everything Natal and is available to help new Mum’s looking for support with post birth concerns. The post-natal check is wide-ranging and covers posture, a diastasis recti check, an external pelvic floor assessment, an examination of caesarean section scars and the abdominal wall. Check-ups can be…
Read MoreMusculoskeletal Disorders & The Workplace
Musculoskeletal disorders are a common work-related illness in the UK and include problems like lower back pain, joint injuries and repetitive strain issues. Whatever your career, if you undertake any repetitive or strenuous activity, you may be susceptible to any of the above. Here at The Bridge Centre, we encounter these types of conditions on…
Read MoreFace the Flush – A Guide to the Menopause
The menopause might be a natural part of aging for women, but with its long-lasting and wide-ranging symptoms that can span several years, it might not feel like a very natural process at times! Here at The Bridge Centre we’re committed to helping you navigate these changes and supporting you to take control of the…
Read MorePregnancy Massage with Samantha Jackson
What elements makes a pregnancy massage different from a ‘normal’ massage? Mainly positioning – I tend to work with ladies lying on their side and use pillows under the head, bump and between the knees. Can any expectant Mum have a Pregnancy Massage? Most* expectant mums can have a pregnancy massage from 12 weeks onwards.…
Read MoreLymphatic Drainage Massage – What is it and when could it help?
What is the Lymphatic system? The Lymphatic System is part of your immune system, it is made up of Lymph Nodes, Tonsils, the Spleen and Adenoids. The Lymphatic System’s main function is to help defend your body from viruses and infections by flushing out toxins in the body. The Lymphatic System contains Lymph Nodes. Lymph…
Read MoreSamantha Jackson – Massage Therapist
I’m Samantha (Sam) Jackson; Holistic Therapist. As a former Dental Nurse, I embraced the opportunity to change careers and pursue my love of massage, becoming a fully qualified therapist in 2010. With a wealth of practical knowledge and skills I like to bring comfort and calm to all my clients through my treatments. No matter…
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