Zen Shiatsu & Counselling

• Zen Shiatsu Therapy
• Individual and Couple Counselling
• Transpersonal Art Therapy
• Body Mind Therapy (Biodynamic Massage)
• Remedial Massage

At Zen Shiatsu and Counselling you will find relief or healing for: Chronic or acute pain Stress Symptoms Lack of energy Weight/dietary concerns Depression Anxiety Phobias Sleep Problems Hormone related changes Pre and Post Natal Issues Relationship problems Grief, loss, trauma

"To know yourself means being great." (Goethe)

How Can I Assist You? I offer tailor-made treatments. You are different from anyone else, and different every day. Together, you and I address your condition and find the origin of your physical and/or emotional discomfort. Our quest is to find the pattern and eventually the origin of the concern and discover ways to “re-teach” your body/mind in order to maintain a much greater, permanent state of wellbeing - to release emotional burdens and/or to be pain-free. In all modalities I apply a holistic approach and aim at addressing you in your entire complexity: body, mind and spirit. You choose the approach – whether it is talking or body work. The modality can vary from session to session. The benefits are noted even after the very first treatment.

FEES:

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$80 - for 1 hour / all Body Work/Massage modalities
(tailor made treatments for your condition on this day)

$100 - for 1 hour Counselling and Transpersonal Art Therapy


Appointments 6 days per week (also some Sundays)
Longer sessions, house calls, after-hour treatments available

Rebates with most Health Funds!

For an appointment, call Nina on 02 9929 9202 or 0421 603 854 or email her here

Please ask for Gift Vouchers – a perfect present for someone special!

What is Zen Shiatsu?

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Zen Shiatsu is a form of physical manipulation that was developed in Japan in the 20th Century. The pressure has to be gentle but firm, supportive, and penetrative while being very relaxing.

In this relaxed state, the body's own healing powers are activated. Zen Shiatsu is based on a full Oriental Medical System which, like Acupuncture, explains the body in terms of a network of meridians through which flows a natural energy called ki. A Zen Shiatsu treatment is aiming at your physical as well as emotional wellbeing.

Zen Shiatsu is particularly effective for chronic ailments

• headaches
• back pain
• menstruation
• digestion
• sleep
• breathing
• mobility issues.

It provides relief or cure from lingering as well as sudden aches, pains and discomforts anywhere in the body. It is also very effective for preventative purposes.


What is Counselling?

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Counselling is a way of addressing and resolving issues. It is a process that focuses on enhancing the psychological well-being of the client, such that the client is then able to reach his/her full potential.

It can involve identifying options and choosing between them, learning new skills to cope better with problems, gaining greater understanding of what is occurring, or being supported while recovering from some significant life event.

As a Counsellor I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment in which you can:

• Obtain clarity and perspective on an issue;
• Receive the support you need to resolve issues and make decisions;
• Deal with negative feelings and emotions;
• Explore personal resources and develop new skills.

What is Transpersonal Art Therapy?

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No artistic talent is required. It is a playful process – as the Therapist I offer support and guidance, listen and ask questions and offer a range of materials for you to express yourself. You are the expert of your own story, there is no judgment.

You will have an opportunity to – in a safe and supported environment - address complex and often sensitive or painful inner issues.

Art Therapy finds expressions when words fail; it helps with stress and anxieties, self esteem and communication, sadness, fear and depression.


What is Biodynamic Massage?

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Biodynamic Massage addresses cell memory and the “emotional holding” in the body. It can be used to mobilise energy, soften psychosomatic energy blocks, and facilitate the emergence of unconscious feelings and memories.

It may also assist clients in strengthening their emotional boundaries, if these have been disturbed during their upbringing.

While facilitating an increase of people’s wellbeing and awareness of the body, Biodynamic Massage is often used to discharge the built-up stress many people accumulate by not expressing feelings adequately, or by not winding down and resting after emotionally challenging activities.

Biodynamic Massage aims at distributing stagnant physio-emotional energy and at discharging “stress remnants” by using gentle and responsive ways of touching.


What is Remedial Massage?

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Related to the word “remedy”, Remedial Massage is a scientific, yet holistic method of manipulating the soft tissues of the body to have a specific effect and help restore healthy function.

Remedial Massage works by stimulating the flow of blood to the tissues, which allows toxins that have built up in the muscles, due to overuse or injury, to be removed, thus speeding up the repair process. It also improves joint mobility and flexibility through the release of specific muscle groups that may be impinging normal range of motion.

Remedial Massage can be helpful in treating specific areas of muscle tension caused by stress or injury. Furthermore, Remedial Massage can be used for relaxation and general wellbeing. It has both short and long-term effects on the body.


QUALIFICATION DETAILS

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• Dip. Zen Shiatsu Therapy (Tokyo and Sydney)
• Dip. Applied Counselling
• Dip. Transpersonal Art Therapy
• Dip. Remedial Massage

Certificates and Experience: Macrobiotics, Exercise Advice, Analytical Body-Psychotherapy, Trauma Management, Crisis Management, Abuse and Neglect, Foot and Hand Reflexology, Creativity as a Tool, Anatomy and Physiology, Client Health, Anxiety Disorders, Effective Case Work, Advanced Behaviour Management, Grief Counselling, Goal Setting and Life Coaching.

Senior First Aid Certificate

ATMS and ACA accredited

26 Years Practice Experience

TESTIMONIALS

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I have been using Nina's services and have noticed a remarkable difference in how I feel. This has enhanced my quality of life and I am now pain free. I would highly recommend Nina's services to anyone who is suffering from any emotional or physical ailment and who wishes to get the most out of life.
Nigel Patterson


I came to see Nina for Counselling and she exposed me to Transpersonal Art Therapy – I had not heard of it before. Now I have gained an inner strength I never previously had and my life is enriched. Thank you, Nina
Kathy Dreyfuss


Nina provided me with great Shiatsu Treatments as well as supportive Counselling. I am a new person as a result of her assistance and highly recommend her.
Bill Hopkins