Bare Health Holistics... Our Complementary Therapies & Treatments

Bare Health Holistics... 

" Professional treatments & therapies to support and nurture your health and well being, naturally"

Here At Bare Health we have created an experienced team of therapists, all professionally qualified to offer a diverse range of Holistic treatments. Our Complementary Therapies are designed with your health & well being in mind, with a key focus on treating mind, body & spirit. Each therapy is specifically tailored to your individual needs. Whether you require a therapy for aiding in the treatment of a specific condition or are just in need of a little bit of relaxation and pampering, time out from the stresses that everyday life can bring, our therapists are here to support you on your journey to optimum health.

Our exclusive treatment rooms have been created to offer peace & tranquility and have taken on an energy all of their own. Our main treatment room dates back to 1624 and has original beams and a feature revealing wattle and daub walls - a room steeped in history.

Therapy Menu and prices:

Access Bars £45
Acupuncture & Japanese Spinal Touch £40
Aromatherapy £33
Bach Flower Consultation £39
Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage £25
Body Massage £33
Emmett Technique £30
Food Intolerance Testing (Monthly Clinic) £45
Hands Free Massage £33
Holistic Facials £38
Homeopathic Consultation:
Initial Visit £65 Follow Up £45
Hopi Ear Candling £30
Hypnotherapy £
Indian Head Massage £25
Life Coaching £40
Naturopathic Nutrition
Initial visit £40 follow up £25
Medical Herbalist 
Initial Visit £59 Follow up £35
Natural Facial Lift Massage £38
Neals Yard Signature Treatments:
Calming Rose and geranium body harmony £55
Invigorating Frankincense and Mandarin Body Boost £39
Oriental Thai Foot Massage £33
Edify Psychological Services:
Mindfulness, CBT, Compassion focused Therapy, Integrative Psychotherapy £65
Reflexology £33
Reiki £30
Sports Massage & Rehabilitation:
30 mins £15, 60 mins £30 
Shiatsu:
Initial visit £53 Follow up £43
NEW Traditional Thai Massage:
Initial Visit £55 1hr £40 1.5hr £55

Gift Vouchers Available

To book a treatment please call Bare Health on 01260 408413

34 High Street, Congleton, Cheshire. CW12 1BD
Parking nearby.

Our latest Therapists joining 'Bare Health Holistics'...

Traditional Thai Massage - 
Mel Ratcliffe BA (Hons), FHT and founder of 'Bare Health'

Traditional Thai Massage is an ancient system of healing with its roots in Yoga, Ayurvedic medicine and Buddhist spiritual practice. This unique and complete system of yoga therapy combines rhythmic massage, acupressure, gentle twisting, deep stretching and meditation in a flowing and harmonious full body massage. Thai massage releases tension, increases vitality and creates wholeness of mind, body & spirit. 

Thai Massage is different from many western forms of massage in that there is no oil used, the therapist uses a mattress on the floor instead of a couch and the client remains completely clothed throughout the session. It is very different from the 'massage' that we are all so familiar with and often described as 'Lazy Man's Yoga'.

This treatment is the perfect complement to any exercise routine and is suitable for clients of all ages and abilities, the routine can be varied to suit a wide range of physical needs and can be used as a form of physical therapy to aid in the increase of motion and muscular strength.

Acupuncture & Japanese Spinal Touch 
Ann Mitchell

Ann Mitchell is a state registered nurse with her last nursing role as sister on a Intensive Care/ High Dependency unit. She is also a trained Acupuncturist having qualified with The British College of Acupuncture and has over 35 years experience in her field. As a therapist Anne offers Acupuncture for many conditions, backs, necks, knees, a range of joint problems including ligament and core strengthening, anxiety and stress, to name but a few. She also uses a Japanese system of Painless 'Spinal Touch' in combination with Acupuncture and has achieved great results with the combined use of these treatments.

                    

We behave in a way we believe ourselves to be

‘We behave in a way we believe ourselves to be'
By Lisa Barlow

Just suppose this was a truth? We behave in a way we believe ourselves to be. Who are you? What do you stand for? Take a little time to consider these questions and write down the values you currently stand for, or would like to stand for. Commit to living these values every day. If you do I believe you will feel a sense of both fulfilment and contentment. You can not fool yourself. If you BELIEVE yourself to be a compassionate person but are BEHAVING in ways which suggest you’re not you will notice some tension or anxiety. Something will have to change. Either you will have to change your behaviour to become more compassionate or you will have to change your belief that you are a compassionate person. Something is wrong with the picture and you will need to restore balance. When the inner and the outer match it is my belief we find inner peace. Become aware of when you use ‘I’m’ for what follows is an identity statement, it’s how you believe yourself to be.  Our values and beliefs can and do change depending on our life circumstances and that’s OK too but never underestimate the power of our minds to dictate how our lives play out. Decide who you want to be and bring it into the world.

Challenge of the week: Work out your top 5 values and commit for one week to bringing those values into physical manifestation through your words and actions.

Just notice when a behaviour goes against a belief you hold about yourself. Don’t do anything else, just notice whether there is a change in how you feel. Is there a difference when you’re being congruent and when you’re not?

Once you become aware it is my belief that you can make any changes necessary to live a more contented existence. Have a go..........see what you find.

Lisa Barlow is a Personal Development Coach at Bare Health - for more details or to book a one to one consultation please call Bare Health on 01260 408413.

New Year Encouragement

New Year Encouragement

By Sarah Rhodes 

Well, here we are, a couple of weeks in to a new year and I’m willing to bet that many of you made  resolutions to eat more healthily, lose weight, get fitter, stop smoking .....The list is endless! So, how are you getting on? Are you still motivated? Or have you changed, modified or even given up already?

Wherever you are in your New Year achievements, here are some tips to help things along...

Revisit your original resolution    

          Is it phrased positively?

Instead of ‘losing’ weight, how about becoming slimmer; instead of ‘stopping‘ smoking how about becoming a non-smoker. Small changes in language can have a significant effect on your motivation.  Instead of focusing on what you’re missing out on, it re-focuses on what you are going to achieve.

Is your resolution SMART?
Specific Make your goal specific rather than too general. This means the goal is clear and unambiguous;  ‘I want to fit in to a size X’ is specific, whereas ‘I want to be slimmer’ is general. You could slim down by only 1 or 2 pounds and technically you have achieved the general ‘I want to be slimmer’ which is fine if that is all you wanted but most people with a weight goal want to slim down by considerably more than that!
Measurable It is important to have an indicator of progress towards your goal.  It’s very easy to forget where you started and therefore how much you have achieved if you don’t have some sort of measure. Record where your starting point is, for example, how long does it take you to run/walk a mile, then regularly measure your progress.  Depending on your goal you may want weekly/fortnightly or maybe monthly measures to check your progress. This can help enormously with motivation as you see small steps to your goal so you know you are heading in the right direction! 
Achievable Goals, whilst challenging, must be achievable. If you set a goal to lose 2stone in a week  it is unlikely, not to mention very unhealthy, that you will achieve that. You can still have an overall goal of 2 stone but set mini goals of 1-2 lb a week. This is not only achievable but also a very healthy and sustainable way to slim down.
Realistic/Relevant Your goal must be realistic. Similar to achievable, there is no point in setting a goal to be a premiership footballer if you are already 40yrs old and have never played professionally! It isn’t realistically going to happen. So have a look at your resolution, is it actually possible? Another unrealistic example would be resolving to never eat chocolate again even though it’s your favourite food this could be difficult to stick to. Instead you could opt for something more realistic, such as only having one small bar a week.

Goals should also be relevant to you. Why is this goal important to you? What will it give you?  If you can’t think of an answer to those questions you are unlikely to stick at it as what’s the point?!

Time-bound It is good to have a target date for achieving your goal. A commitment to a deadline helps you to focus your efforts. You could link it to an event to help your motivation.  A friend’s wedding or a holiday are good motivators to slim down and tone up. Training for a 5k charity run in 9 months time is a good target too. Again make sure the timescales you’re aiming for are realistic and achievable. It can also help to set small, short term goals, what can I achieve in a week? What can I achieve in a month? What can I achieve in 6 months? And celebrate each milestone with an appropriate reward, there is no point in rewarding yourself with a big cream cake if you’ve met your monthly weight loss target, why not treat yourself to a massage instead. 

Stay Positive and Be Your Own Best Supporter
If you have a lapse it doesn’t mean you’ve failed, focus on what you have achieved so far, the chances are you aren’t back at square one so pick yourself up and carry on. Notice the successes, however small.  Encourage yourself and do your best each day.

Get Plenty of Sleep

If you are sleep deprived, your resolve will not be as strong and you won’t have as much energy to stay motivated
Enjoy It!
Make it fun, do it with a friend, give yourself things to look forward to every step of the way. 
Stick With It!
It takes approximately 21 days for a new activity to become a habit and about 6 months for it to become part of your personality.

Remember a resolution can be made at any time of year so if you feel you have lost momentum, just start again!

If you feel you need some extra support, I can help you.  My name is Sarah Rhodes and I am a Hypnotherapist based at Bare Health in Congleton.  I work with both Hypnotherapy and NLP to promote wellbeing and personal development using positive messages and experiences.  My goal is to empower you so that you may access, and draw on, your own resourcefulness to enable you to achieve your goal and be the best you can be.

Appointments are available at Bare Health on 01260 408 413

or contact me directly on 07881 816 439 or email  sarah@appletonpractice.co.uk

For further information please

Visit my website www.appletonpractice.co.uk  , find me on Facebook - ‘The Appleton Practice’  Or follow me on Twitter @appletonprac.

Sarah Rhodes

Hypnotherapy,

Personal Exploration & Self Development 

Complementary Therapies at Bare Health

Bare Health Holistics

I'm sure many of you will be aware of Bare Health, Independent Health Store in Congleton, Cheshire, however, did you know that there is also a busy Complementary Therapy Centre within? 

'Bare Health Holistics' operates from three bespoke treatment rooms within Bare Health and has a resident team of ten fully qualified, experienced and professional therapists who are able to offer a diverse range of complementary therapies to treat mind, body & soul. Click 'here' to find out more about our therapists

For whenever you need a little pampering and relaxation or you are looking for a complementary approach in tackling a particular health issue, be it physical, psychological or emotional, the team at Bare Health Holistics are experienced in guiding & supporting you to restore your healthy balance.

Treatments Tailored to Your Needs

All treatment plans at Bare Health Holistics are designed to cater for your individual needs and the team will refer you to the practitioner/s best suited to your needs at that moment in time. You might feel the benefit from a 'one off' appointment or you may require a number of sessions with different therapists. The aim being to work with you and your desired outcomes so you get the most from your session. We are also able to offer treatment packages - a multi-disciplinary approach that lets you truly embrace the 'Holistic' Approach to Health.

Extensive Range of Therapies

We have put together an extensive range of treatments that address the physical, psychological and spiritual aspects of holistic health. From Homeopathy, Massage, Reiki, Reflexology and Facials to Life Coaching, Counselling, Nutritional Consultations & Bach Flower essence consultations. This is just a small selection of whats we have to offer. For our more in depth listings,you can now Browse our list of therapies and 'download' our treatment brochure online to see our full treatment range. And don't forget to keep an eye on our treatment Special Offers page too, this is where you can make some great savings!

New for 2014

Joining the Bare Health team of Holistic Therapists............

We are thrilled to have Catherine Schofield joining our team of therapists in January 2014. Catherine is a Medical Herbalist who holds a first class honors degree in herbal medicine and is registered with the National Institute of Medical Herbalists. She will be extending her busy Stockport Practice to hold regular clinics at Bare Health. To find out more about what to expect from a consultation in Herbal Medicine click 'here' or alternatively you can email here at catherine@naturesbestmedicine.com

Oriental Thai Foot Massage

Traditional Thai Foot Massage is a combination of acupressure, energy balancing and stretching exercises. Thai foot massage is practised everywhere in Thailand and is a part of everyday life, using techniques that date back over 2000 years. The treatment focuses on the lower legs and feet with the therapist applying a range of pressures and techniques using their hands, thumbs and a wooded acupressure massage tool to stimulate and balance the body's systems and energy/chi by addressing the Sen lines and Pressure Points. 

Special Introductory offer - £25 Saving £5!

"An invigorating yet relaxing massage, what a wonderful experience for my tired, aching legs and feet after a long day of Christmas shopping. As a runner, I also found this treatment to be of great benefit, especially the calf massage which helped relieve muscle tension and disperse some of those painful knots. This treatment is unlike anything i've had before. I would highly recommend it and sue is a true professional. I will be back for more"                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Lisa B.

For more information or to book an appointment please call Bare Health on 01260 408413 or email mel@barehealth.co.uk

The Benefits of Mindfulness

The Benefits of Mindfulness

By Lisa Barlow

Mindfulness is defined by some as being attentive and aware, non-judgmentally.  For me it is about absorbing yourself fully in the present moment with all your senses. It’s about paying attention, giving full attention to the here and now. This means neither worrying about the future nor playing over and over mental tapes from the past. Having come from a place where this kind of thinking was the norm I find concentrating on my breathing, the basic inhale and exhale helps me to get into a more relaxed, mindful state.  Accepted, it is easier to do when you are not in a stressful situation and are alone so it’s perhaps best to practice first where you won’t be disturbed. Breathing deep into the belly also helps. Lying on your back, place your hand gently on your belly and feel your stomach move out with the inhale and in with the exhale.  Try and breathe through your nose only.  Yoga and meditation groups can help you with this if you are struggling.

Becoming more mindful helps us to start exploring our thoughts in more detail and uncover unconscious tapes we play over and over.  Some are helpful for our lives, some aren’t.  It’s up to us to uncover them and then decide whether they are still fit for purpose and useful for our lives as they stand today. 

Often, we have developed strategies and responses that may have helped us as a child or young adult but could be causing us problems now! Before we respond to triggers (what people say or do, or situations that remind us of things from the past) it is helpful to become mindful of our thoughts to the trigger before responding with words and actions. 

Through understanding and clarity of our own minds we can start to have more compassion with ourselves and others.  Whatever comes from another person is their stuff, as our stuff is ours.We’re just trying to interact with each other the best way we can, bearing in mind we will all have different perceptions on the ‘truth’ based on what we have heard or seen.  Communication is complex!!  

Becoming aware of the words you use in your conversations, the intent behind them (your hidden motivations, if any), the tone you use and the body language you display can help to avoid misunderstandings that can lead to arguments and conflict. Becoming more mindful of thoughts, words and actions requires effort but I know from personal experience that all your relationships will benefit from some self exploration and taking the time to SLOW DOWN.  Please take the time to truly smell the roses, this time will come just once, experience it fully. I have learned that our inner worlds can be whatever we want them to be, regardless of what is going on around us.

Reading I have found useful relating to this topic:

Anthony De Mello – Awareness

The Dance – Oriah Mountain Dreamer (Useful meditation practices)

The Art of Happiness – The Dalai Lama

Happiness: A Guide to developing life’s most important skill – Matthieu Ricard

Joyful Wisdom – Sogyal Rinpoche

Mindful Manifesto:  How doing less and noticing more can help us thrive in a stressed-out world - Dr Jonty Heaversedge, Ed Halliwell

Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle

The Tibetan Art of Serenity – Christopher Hansard

For more information on Mindfulness and how you can incorporate it into your daily lives contact Lisa Barlow, Bare Health Personal Development Coach on 01260 408413