complementary therapies in essex

WELCOME to

The Upminster Complementary
Healing and Teaching Sanctuary

- the dream child of Julia Elizabeth Massey

and may we wish you a happy and healthy 2012

Julia, an experienced Aromatherapist, Reflexologist, Spiritual Healer and Teacher, created this self-contained therapy centre and its surrounding gardens as a centre of healing and learning, dedicated to the love and care of all its visitors.

Set in rural surroundings within two major ley lines, it promotes a feeling of contentment and relaxation - a peaceful haven where clients can feel rejuvenated and restored.

See 'About us' to learn more about The Sanctuary

For a list of the treatments, classes and workshops - as well as a leaflet showing the therapists' surgery times and fees go to our What can we offer you?' page.


YOGA Classes

10 weeks - fee £80 - Monday and Thursday evenings - 7.45 to 9.30pm


Madeleine Williamson has been running Hatha YOGA classes at The Sanctuary for over ten years.
Monday classes commenced on 16th January and are currently full.

Thursday classes will commence as soon as we have sufficient numbers.
If you are interested, please let us know asap.

david cotterill

We are delighted to welcome David Cotterill to our team of Therapists.

Having personally overcome physical and psychological problems brought on by stress and worry, David decided to change career and set about acquiring the skills to help others overcome similar difficulties.

Available at The Sanctuary on
Monday afternoons and Tuesday evenings
To arrange an appointment please phone 07841 437951


Counselling and Hypnotherapy to help clients overcome their life challenges:

  • Life Coaching
  • Stress management
  • Diet and weight control
  • Phobias
  • Addictions
  • Confidence skills

To find out more about David please go to his profile on our Therapists page.

forthcoming courses

Spiritual Development Group
6 week Course - Fee £60

Tutor: Julia Massey
TIDHA IFPA MAR MNFSH

Stage I
Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm
29th February to 11th April 2012 (no meeting on 28th March)

STAGE II
Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm
18th April to 23 May 2012

STAGE III
Tuesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm
17th April - 22 May 2012

Bach Flower Course

Tutor:
Julia E Massey TIDHA IFPA MAR MNFSH

3-days 10am to 5pm - Sundays
4th March, 15th April and 20th May 2012


NB If you are already insured and registered with a governing body as a complimentary therapist, upon completion of this course, you will be entitled to add the Bach Flower certification to your policy and begin prescribing remedies.

For further details and booking forms please go to our "Workshops and Courses" pages.

therapy training

Reiki with Nicola Farmer

Reiki 1 - Intensive

Course 1.5 days - Fee: £140

Day 1 - 11th February 2012 - 10.00 to 16.30

(Please bring a light lunch)

Day 2 - 10th March 2012 - 10.00 to 12.30

Prior to attending the course, please purchase instructional manual Essential Reiki by Diane Stein (available via Amazon).

If sufficient people are interested, Nicola is also proposing to run a half-day Refresher course in the afternoon on 10th March

If you are interested, please call Nicola on 07531 264 859 to book a place.

Therapy Classes

Tutor: Claire McCarthy

One-day courses leading to accreditation
10am to 5pm

  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Advanced and Deep Tissue Massage
  • Natural Lift Face Massage
  • Seated Acupressure Massage
  • Crystal Healing
  • Hopi Ear Candling
  • Meditation
  • Indian Head Massage
  • Thai Foot Massage
  • Pregnancy Massage

Open to novices, as well as therapists who would like to add to their range of treatments.
Small training classes to ensure individual and personal attention.

For course dates and further details please go to our
Workshops and Courses - Therapy Training Courses page.

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