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Wellbeing solutions using reflexology
and reiki

Ann Coutts, Dip. ITEC, Memb CThA,PG Dip. Sp,. LD


private and corporate wellbeing treatments in the workplace throughout Yorkshire

addressing wellbeing policy in the work place: improving employee health

Bespoke sessions for your employees

Restorative treatment for employees on medical leave

Health and well-being isn't just a buzz-word, organisations such as the Health & Safety Executive and the government-led Health, Work and Wellbeing initiative are actively implementing change in the workplace.

The Government aims to work with employers and others in achieving a 20% reduction in work-related stress by 2010.

Sme of the aims identified by Health, Work and Wellbeing for employers are:

  • Sickness absence costs business - the CBI estimates that 175 million working days were lost last year at a cost of £13 billion.
  • Simple measures to prevent and manage ill-health can reduce absenteeism which in turn improves productivity and competitive edge.
  • Getting employees back into work after illness reduces the loss of experienced staff and the cost of recruiting new staff.
  • Healthy working environments reduce employee absence through sickness and stress.
  • Employees who feel cared for are more satisfied and perform better - reducing staff turnover and increasing productivity.
  • Being known as an organisation that cares about staff enhances your reputation and can help attract staff and customers.
source: Working for Health - Employers page

If you are either an employee or employer these sites may be of interest:

Health & Safety Executive Business Plan
www.workingforhealth.gov.uk
www.workstress.net

treatment formats for the workplace

Refloxology is the ideal solution for employers and employees alike - it is quick, clean and non-invasive. It requires only a small room and a comfortable reclining chair.

You and your staff need no special equipment, facilities or change of clothes - just time...about 20-40 minutes per person.

  • improve concentration
  • refresh and uplift
  • calm and de-stress
  • improve motivation
  • reduce sick leave absence/increase health & wellbeing

One-Off/Trial Sessions - Sessions can be arranged for as many people as you wish on an introductory one-off basis - after which you can evaluate the benefits to you and your staff.

Regular Workplace Sessions - You can offer staff regular access to refloxology sessions either at work or at my practice. We can work together to produce a schedule that doesn't interfere with work flow and targets key times of stress or motivation to get the most out of the treatments.

Special Events - Companies who organise or attend conferences and trade fairs, may wish to offer delegates/clients a reflexology session during the event to aid relaxation and de-stress. We can work with venues in the Yorkshire region to make this happen. It's a 'gift' for people who have been on their feet all day, or need to re-juvenate before a busy evening meeting contacts. This service is popular during conference seasons - book early!



treatment formats for staff on sick leave

You may have members of staff who are already off work and who, you feel, might benefit from a few sessions to help them back into the workplace. Convalescing from an illness and being away from work can increase depression and lower self-esteem.

Giving your employees the opportunity of a few reflexology sessions will not only help them on the road to recovery much quicker but acknowledge that they are still a valued member of the team.


Home treatments, or individual sessions at my practice are available.
improve your wellbeing

what is reflexology?

Reflexology is a complementary therapy (a reflexologist doesnot diagnose, cure or prescribe medical conditions). It is the technique of applying gentle pressure to the reflexes on the feet to restore good health to the whole of a person.

Many illnesses are often stress-related - reflexology brings about a state of deep relaxation in the mind and body. It helps to stimulate the body's own healing process and restore it to a state of balance and wellbeing.

Reflexology is a natural treatment- no medication, just experienced hands on the pressure points of your feet.

It is an holistic therapy - although the practioner only touches your feet you will feel benefits throughout your body. It improves emotional and mental wellbeing too.

Reflexology can play a major role in preventative care - through stress-reduction and boosting your energy levels your sense of general wellbeing is greatly improved.

It is frequently used as a regular treatment for acute and chronic conditions - reducing discomfort, tension and improving circulation.



what is reiki?

Reiki is a very simple process yet produces quite profound effects! It is non-invasive treatment: you lie on a couch, close your eyes and listen to gentle, soothing music whilst a practitioner gently rests their hands upon you, in a series of positions, from the crown of the head to the foot. You are fully clothed during the process.

The general effect of Reiki is to make you feel more laid back, calmer, less stressed and more able to cope. Although it creates relaxation it also boosts energy levels and generally raises spirits, so you feel more positive about yourself and your approach to life.

Most people will feel warmth or tingling as result. Some people fall asleep, many see coloured lights, or have the sensation of floating. Reiki can help to release emotional tension.

It's not a miracle cure but over a series of between 4-6 sessions aspects of stress, tensions, anxiety, sleeplessness and emotional problems will dissipate. Physical ailments can take a little longer but this is certainly not always the case.

These few treatment sessions produces longterm results. However, many customers come back,again and again, because they enjoy the sensations and their after-effects.







Ann has a wonderfully soothing, gentle but firm technique, the end result gave me such a lift and boosted me both mentally and physically, I felt like I was walking on air - Liz T





I have been coming to Ann on and off for a couple of years now to help with longstanding arthritic problems, and I cant praise her enough. I have had both Reiki and reflexology treatments, my favourite being Reiki which never fails to relax and refresh me. Ann is very professional, this coupled with her knack of making a person feel 'very special', makes these the best treatments I have had.
Thanks Ann
- Alison B






I was pleasantly surprised at how relaxing the treatment was, being at first quite sceptical about this alternative therapy. I had read about reflexology as a good way of unwinding and helping in times of stress and to have your feet 'read' can be quite a revelation! Definitely a most welcome helping of the feel good factor - Lynda B



Thank you Ann for helping me to relax and for having greatly improved my ability to sleep. Reflexology is much more effective than sleeping tablets and gives a better quality of sleep - Julia L, North Yorkshire


what should I do now?


It's simple - contact me and we can discuss what you need - every business has different requirements.

I offer special rate corporate 'taster' sessions for those wishing to sample refloxology before offering it to their staff...If it works for you, imagine the improvements it will yield on a workforce...

Book a Taster session now - (one-off) introductory session: £35



To find out more, book an appointment, order gift vouchers, or for quotes on bespoke sessions with no obligation contact Ann Coutts

anncoutts@googlemail.com
Telephone 01423 562939
Mobile 0711 818671
Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
www.well-being.uk.com

This page last updated on 02 July 2009