Kathi Troncoso

I’m a certified Shiatsu practitioner dedicated to providing holistic health through the powerful, hands-on healing modality of Shiatsu. My journey with Shiatsu began in 2015 in Brussels, Belgium, where I studied under Philippe Vandenaabele, a teacher who sparked my passion for this transformative practice and under whose guidance I obtained the Shiatsu Wellbeing Practitioner Diploma. Since then, I’ve deepened my knowledge and skills, completing my advanced training and obtaining my three-year training Shiatsu Diploma in 2022 through the EastWest School of Shiatsu and the Glasgow School of Shiatsu, Scotland. I was also one of the first Shiatsu students in the UK to earn official accreditation from Laser Learning, further strengthening my foundation.

In my practice, I integrate elements of Eden Energy Medicine, having recently completed Level 1 training in this complementary modality. Eden Energy Medicine uses Traditional Chinese Medicine as a core framework, which naturally aligns with Shiatsu’s approach to energy flow and balance in the body.

Together with my colleagues Onintza Garai and Jacqui Penman, I co-founded the Edinburgh Shiatsu Practitioner group, creating a community that shares knowledge and provides personal and business support for Shiatsu practitioners across the Edinburgh area. In addition to offering private Shiatsu sessions, I share treatments at events and festivals, as well as for corporate wellbeing, providing accessible, holistic health experiences through our Shiatsu collective the Shiatsu Hub.

I am also honoured to serve as the Research Director on the Shiatsu Society Board as of September 2024, where I aim to contribute to raising Shiatsu’s profile as a valuable therapy for health and well-being. I look forward to supporting your health journey with Shiatsu!