About Angela
Welcome to Angela Pollard Therapies and Training.
Complementary Therapies for health, relaxation and renewal
Welcome!
I'm Angela and I am a fully qualified and insured Therapist based in the south lakes area, near to Grange over Sands, Ulverston and Kendal. I work from a tranquil treatment room at home in a small Cumbrian village. It is easy to find and free parking is available.
Whether you are looking for support with an existing health condition, want to reduce your day-to-day stress levels or would just like a little "me" time, my aim is to support and enable you to feel more relaxed, calm and balanced, with specially-tailored treatments.
Balance
Reflexology is a wonderful way of maintaining your body's healthy balance and general wellbeing, reducing the stresses and tensions that come with busy lifestyles and giving us a space to reflect on the mind as well as the body.
Relaxation
Reflexology can induce a deep state of relaxation, which improves the effectiveness of the treatment. Relaxing helps relieve tension and aids circulation, increasing the flow of nutrients, oxygen and energy to all parts of the body, and helping with the removal of toxins.
Health
While it is not a cure, Reflexology can be particularly helpful in managing many health conditions, especially constant or recurring ones that we might have come to accept over time as being a normal part of life.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Sinusitis
Women’s health
Headaches & migraines
PMT, PMS & menstrual problems
Back pain
Stress & tension
High blood pressure
Insomnia & sleep disorders
Depression
Insomnia & sleep disorders
Hay fever & other allergies
Asthma
Hormonal imbalances
A few of the more common conditions that can be supported through Reflexology. It is usually safe to have Reflexology alongside conventional medicine, but if you are currently having any medical treatment please speak to your GP before booking an appointment.
Some frequently asked questions...
How many treatments will I need?
Everyone is different and the response to Reflexology can be immediate or sometimes take longer than one appointment, but often benefits can be seen after 4-5 sessions. Regular weekly treatments are best for the body properly beginning the self-healing process, and following an initial consultation I will suggest the number of Reflexology sessions I think we should undertake.
What happens in a treatment?
Reflexology is performed entirely on the feet, ankles or hands, so the most you’ll have to do is take off your socks and roll up your trousers! During the treatment the client lies on their back on a reclining chair, supported by pillows and covered with a soft blanket to keep them warm.
And don’t worry - reflexology doesn't tickle! Many clients come to me with ticklish feet or worried about their feet being touched, but find they can relax and enjoy the benefits of Reflexology.
Does reflexology hurt?
You might find some areas feel sensitive to the touch, but Reflexology does not involve hard pressing in the way something like a sports massage might. As a therapist I will be aware of the status of your feet, noticing how they feel, the temperature and colour. All these things play a part in understanding which areas of your body - as reflected through your feet - require a bit more care and attention.
Can you diagnose my health problems?
Reflexologists cannot claim to diagnose or cure, but during a treatment we get 'feedback' as to which parts of the body are working well and which are not. Sometimes Reflexology will highlight a specific area which is struggling or working hard to maintain your wellbeing; if a particular reflex point shows this kind of reaction I'll discuss it with you at the end of the session.
What are your fees & availability?
Reflexology sessions for individuals last 60 minutes and cost £50 per session.
Note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 48 hours’ notice; otherwise you will still need to pay for any sessions missed. I accept payment in cash, by cheque or by bank transfer.
Can I keep on having reflexology?
Not necessarily, but after an initial course of treatment many people choose to check in monthly for a top-up, to help maintain their general wellbeing, or as a scheduled 'de-stress'. Other clients will get back in touch if they start feeling aches and pains, arranging treatments as and when they need them.
My location
I am based in Allithwaite, near Grange over Sands. Easily accessible from Ulverston, Kendal, Barrow, Cartmel, Lindale, Windermere and surrounding areas.
I run weekly Tai Chi and Chi Kung classes and sound baths at Lindale Village Hall. To find out more or to enquire about booking, call me on 07810070288. You can also get in touch with me directly, using my secure and confidential online contact form.
Payment and cancellations.
Payment can be made with cash, card or bank transfer.
Please note, that if you want to cancel an appointent please allow 48 hours notice. Late cancellations may still need to be paid.