Shiatsu
Shiatsu is a holistic therapy that sees mind and body as interconnected and mutually dependent, acknowledging the various factors in someone’s life that impacts on their health experience and healing ability. Like Naturopathy, Shiatsu sees the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of a person as important parts of a unifying whole.
Shiatsu is a bodywork practice originating from Japan and informed by Traditional East Asian Medicine and the principles of Yin & Yang, Meridian Therapy, Daoism, The Five Elements and Qi.
Shiatsu translates to “finger pressure”, however during a treatment the Shiatsu practitioner may use fingers, thumbs, elbows, knees and feet. Stretching, mobilisation techniques, moxa, cupping and gua sha may also be utilised to tonify, clear stagnation and promote the smooth flow of qi through the body.
Like acupuncture, Shiatsu is based on meridian therapy. However, instead of using needles, the Shiatsu practitioner uses their own body to move through the meridians of the body and hold points creating a kinetic dialogue between practitioner and client. While “tsubos” (acupressure points) are utilised for therapeutic outcomes, the shiatsu practitioner will work along the meridian, feeling and responding to the meridians as both a therapeutic and diagnostic method.
By promoting the flow of qi, tonifying and dispersing. This technique is designed to support and strengthen the body’s innate ability to heal and regulate itself.
Chloe’s body work practice is informed by her experience working at Foundation House; a comprehensive understanding of our body’s physiology through her Health Science Degree; and over 10 years of personal somatic practice.
We acknowledge that we live and work on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin Nations. We pay respect to Country and Elders past, present and emerging
Body of Work is an inclusive space that celebrates diversity. Chloe welcomes individuals of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, religions and all expressions of self