what to expect during a reflexology treatment
Your first session will begin with a detailed consultation, in which your therapist will discuss with you your medical history, your current health both emotionally and physically and your lifestyle choices including diet and exercise. It is important for your therapist to have as much information as possible to work with in order for them to take a holistic and uniquely tailored approach.
You will then be asked to remove your shoes and socks to lie back and relax. Your therapist will gently cleanse your feet, and then briefly examine them, for factors such as skin tone, texture, colour; etc can all be indicative of imbalance. The treatment will then begin as your therapist, using specific pressure techniques on your feet, will detect any imbalances and areas of congestion. During the session you are encouraged to talk about any feelings that arise or thoughts that you are experiencing with the confidence that you are in a safe and supportive environment with a caring and sensitive professional. Giving emotions an outlet is incredibly therapeutic - the release of emotions allows blocked energy to flow again, and therefore the body is able to heal itself. You could also choose not to talk, deciding instead to drift away whilst listening to soothing music, and you can even fall asleep. The choice is ultimately yours, you are in charge of your own healing and you will know instinctively what is needed to facilitate it.