The Upminster Complementary Healing and Teaching Sanctuary is the dream child of
Julia Elizabeth Massey.


Julia is a fully qualified and experienced Aromatherapist, Reflexologist, Spiritual Healer and Teacher and 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.

Go to 'About us' to learn more about The Sanctuary.

What's new? See below for forthcoming workshops and classes.

We are delighted to welcome Amanda McGregor to our team of holistic therapists.

Amanda specialises in the Bowen Technique - a gentle and relaxing therapy suitable for men, women and children of all ages. The treatment lasts about 45 minutes and can be used to treat a wide range of problems - from a trapped nerve to infant colic, migraine to pregnancy .... and many many more.

Amanda is available at The Sanctuary on Saturday mornings. The Bowen Technique is explained on our Therapies page but to find how a trained Nurse became a convert to this therapy, go to Amanda's profile on our Therapists page.

Healing Support Group

Tutor: Jeff Steadman

• Spiritual Healer
• Member of The Healing Trust (NFSH)

Whilst the purpose of the group is to provide practical workshop experience and support for students who are developing as a channel for healing energies, all levels are welcome from novices or those who simply wish to find out more about spiritual healing, to students nearing completion of their training to become healer members of The Healing Trust.

For more information, go to Workshops & Courses

Dementia - Want to know more?

The Sanctuary will be holding :
an 'Introduction to Dementia' workshop
with Jenny Sykes and Mark Wilson
date to be arranged

We hope the workshop will give you a better understanding of dementia and show how to improve communication and the ways you relate with people who have this condition. The group will be led by two charity professionals and will be friendly, relaxed and very informative.

Let us know if you are interested.

Numbers will be restricted to 10 people to ensure a caring environment.

A fee of £15 is required at the time of booking. Soft drinks and snack bars will be provided.

For more information go to Workshops and Courses

Mapping the Inner Landscape:
a magical journey of self discovery

Two day workshop -10am to 5pm
Saturdays June 12th and July 10th

with Felicity Karena MA

Course Fee: £100

At the beginning of this new decade ~ 2010 ~ we are offered the opportunity to live magically. Felicity Karena will guide you on a journey toward becoming the person you have always, deep down, known you are, and may have even dreamt about.

Her workshops are fun experiences and truly awakening. You may be amazed at what you find out about yourself.

Felicity will lead you on this exciting journey of awakening, by guiding you in how to use reflective journaling with techniques such as creative visualization, dream work, symbols and imagery…to help you overcome the fears and challenges that are keeping you from being the person you always wanted to be and from living more magically.

Go to Workshops and Courses for more information.

Hatha Yoga

Tutor: Madeleine Williamson

10 week course 8pm to 9.30pm

Course Fee - £70 - beginners welcome.

Madeleine has been teaching Yoga on Monday evenings at the Sanctuary for over 10 years.
This year, by popular demand, she is running a further class on Thursday evenings.

The current 10 week course of classes
commenced on Mon 19th April and Thurs 22nd April.

If you are interested in joining a class, please contact The Sanctuary and leave your name and a telephone contact number so that Madeleine can get back to you.

Click here for Booking Form

Mindfulness MEDITATION and Visualisation for Health and Well-being

Glenn Pennington's meditation groups have proved extremely popular.
The next course commences on 5th May.

No previous experience is required, a sense of humour appreciated, beginners are very welcome.

Wednesdays 8pm to 10pm - 8 week courses:
- 3rd February to 24th March
- 5th May to 23rd June
- 6th October to 24th November

Go to Workshops and Courses for more details.

Essence: Exploring Spirituality
with Phaedra Pamphilon-Green

6-week course – Fridays 7.30 to 9.30pm
Course fee: £60
Dates to be arranged - please let us know if you are interested in attending.

Have you heard the term ‘spirituality’ and wanted to know and understand more about what it means and what it’s about?

Essence is a 6 week exploration of contemporary spirituality which looks towards a lifestyle which will integrate your body, mind and spirit.

Essence is designed for all who recognise that they are on a spiritual journey and have a desire to travel further on that journey.

Please go to Workshops and Courses for more information