Shiatsu Society (UK)

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Karen is a skilled Shiatsu & Inner QiGong practitioner, registered with the Shiatsu Society since 2003.  She has an established south London practice, located on the borders of Brixton, Herne Hill & Tulse Hill with over 20 years experience as a practitioner. Currently she works from Yoga Point and home visits locally. Shiatsu & Inner Qigong are particularly effective ways to feel more connected and navigate the challenges of life, in addition to being a powerful way to address musculo-skeletal aches and pains; myofascial release of held tension and stress; improved sleep and digestion and growing an increased sense of inner calm and wellbeing.

Kevin Haria has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since April 2007

Meet Cathy Nixon – MAA MrSS MCMA Cathy’s journey in the healing arts began at the tender age of 9, exploring martial arts such as Wing Chun Kung Fu, Qigong, and Tai Chi. This early fascination with body mechanics and movement naturally led her into a career in holistic therapies. Her Shiatsu journey began in 2014 at the Shiatsu College Hastings, where she graduated in 2017 as the youngest practitioner in her cohort. Cathy’s practice is rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and she continuously expands her knowledge to provide the best care for her clients. In 2020, Cathy founded Nixon Wellness & Acupuncture in Rugby, Warwickshire—a tranquil studio offering personalized treatments that combine ancient wisdom with modern techniques. 💡 Why Book with Cathy? 🌿 Shiatsu Therapy: Gentle yet effective, Shiatsu therapy helps restore balance and promotes overall wellbeing through focused touch and energy work. ✨  Acupuncture: Newly certified in Clinical Acupuncture (2024), Cathy has advanced training in Battlefield Acupuncture and NADA protocols from Total Therapy. Her services include Electro-Acupuncture and Acupuncture with Moxibustion, offering treatments tailored to your unique needs. 🌟 Qigong Classes: Cathy is a certified Qigong instructor (Shibashi Set 1, 2019), offering weekly group classes at the Percival Guildhouse and private sessions to deepen your connection to this meditative movement practice. 💻 Booking Made EasyVisit AcupunctureZenShiatsu.co.uk or email [email protected] to book your session or ask questions. We offer weekday afternoon and weekend appointments in a calming environment designed for your wellbeing. ✨ Whether you’re seeking relaxation, pain relief, or a holistic health journey, Cathy’s personalized treatments are here to help you find balance and vitality. Step into 2025 with renewed energy—book your session today!

I completed my Shiatsu Diploma with the Bristol School of Shiatsu in early 2023.  I love working as a Shiatsu practitioner. I am convinced of its therapeutic benefits and marvel at the surprising realisations and ‘magic’ that can come out of Shiatsu practice.  I approach every Shiatsu treatment with an open mind, with no set agenda and no assumptions.  Alongside practising Shiatsu, I work as a carer, visiting people in their homes. When not working, I am busy at home with 2 teenage children.

Joanna Kuszmar has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since November 1994

I graduated from the Devon School of Shiatsu in 2008, I studied Reiki during that time and since have also trained in aspects of Shamanic Assemblage point work. I have spent my time as a practitioner studying around trauma, stress and mental health as I had a Chronic stress disorder from childhood that Shiatsu, Reiki and Assemblage point work all helped in part to heal. At the moment i am studying Daoist Neigong with the Lotus School run by Damo Mitchell which I am finding is blending together all my modalities into one cohesive practice. I have worked with the Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust at Treliske for over 4 years within their Critical Care department offering Shiatsu to staff and patients to good success, so much so we are collecting data to build a study seeing how Shiatsu can benefit Critically ill patients. The CQC also mentioned the work in 2018 report, stating that Shiatsu came within one of the outstanding parts of the units functions.

Fiona Farris has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since June 2013. Fiona has  a background of working in health and social care field and currently works in the north of Glasgow. Her interests are music, arts, gardening, and currently exploring Forest Bathing.  Fiona currently offers seated Shiatsu Treatments and may be able to offer home visits.

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Michelle Baker has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since January 2016

Daniel Schwager has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since July 1996

Sarah Masters has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since September 2015

Ashley qualified as a shiatsu practitioner from the British School of Shiatsu in 2004. 

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Cornelia Graebner has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since November 2016. Her interest in Shiatsu was first sparked through the practice of the peaceful martial art Aikido. She is particularly interested in conditions related to workplace cultures, and in the energetics of sleep. At the moment she does not practice regularly. If you are interested in booking an appointment in the Wavertree / Allerton / Smithdown area of Liverpool, please get in touch via email.

Janice Howe has been a member of the Shiatsu Society since March 1989

I came across Shiatsu Therapy when I was working as a performer. As an actor I was always seeking embodiment, presence and free flowing creativity. Bodywork fostered all these things and challenged me to go even further by being courageous in my relationships and learning to inhabit my most heartfelt self. Its a journey that is ongoing! In learning about the Taoist and Zen philosophies together with the Chinese Theory of the Five Elements, I found a beautiful language that expresses our deep interconnection with the cycles of nature and ways to think beyond our contemporary detachment, that are essentially healing. Deepening my knowledge through studying Biodynamics has brought me more stillness & more ways to listen to subtle expressions of life. Marrying an ancient art and a 20th Century art of touch has given me flexibility and depth in my practice, guided by many experienced and compassionate teachers at Bristol School of Shiatsu and Body College London.  Both arts teach that your body is intelligent, powerful and capable of transformation. With the help of others, you are capable of changing the way you see yourself and the world around you. Through receiving Shiatsu with Transformational Dialogue and Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, I rediscovered the vitality, joy and connection to life that had been buried in me, while I was endlessly re-living a reaction to events in the past. I learned the meaning of engaging fully with my real life and relationships. This is what I aim to share with others through my practice.

I have always worked in sales, and always have put people at the heart of what I do;  however I was a semi professional dancer until my mid twenties. I run 2 clinics in Stonehaven and Aberdeen city, Scotland, and teach Qigong. In 2022, I embraced the Teacher training program and I am, since, part of the Teachers panel at Aberdeen School of Shiatsu. I am specialised in releasing the effects of trauma using the Neuropath Reset Method technique, shamanic practices and fascia release .