Frequently asked questions
ARE YOU STILL GIVING MASSAGE, REFLEXOLOGY, Hopi, MLD & NATAL THERAPIES?
Not currently, as in July 2024, Nicky, the resident therapist was injured during a yoga class & sadly, is currently healing herself, unable to give physical treatments on a daily basis, other than Hypnotherapy or Massage & Natal Massage Training to other therapists. There will, however, be retreats in 2025 in which she will collaborate with other amazing therapists so that the good work can continue.
IS HYPNOTHERAPY STILL AVAILABLE?
Yes. Give me a call on 07870 596988 or use the booking form. Ask me a question or jump right in, it’s life changing!
who are treatments for?
Hypnotherapy is suitable for everyone. Massage training is suitable for Therapists with a basic massage qualification & an Anatomy & Physiology certificate. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have a medical condition, please mention it when booking to ensure suitability. A consultation form will be sent by email to pre-complete but do ask if you are unsure if a treatment is for you.
HOW CAN I PAY?
Three ways. Cash - Bank Transfer - PayPal
Bank Transfer to:
Starling Business Account
Name: Nicola Holdsworth Acc Number: 55425716 Sort Code: 60 83 71
Please reference with your name.
Or you can pay your balance with cash on the day
Or by PayPal, using the phone number 07870 597988 to identify us.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I CAN’T MAKE THE APPOINTMENT?
We respectfully request 48 hours notice if you need to change or cancel your appointment. This is because it is very unlikely that we can fill the vacancy at short notice. We request that you don’t attend with an illness but cannot refund your deposit without 48 hours and within that time frame, the full fee is payable.
Acceptance of your appointment generates two emails, a booking confirmation which details our policy and on your first visit a consultation form. When you submit that, we trust that you have read the full terms and conditions of the booking.
Is a deposit refundable if I give more than 48 hours notice of a cancellation?
Yes. Please text your account details (name, account number and sort code) for a refund.
WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?
On time is just fine. Often there’s a treatment before you anyway so as long as you’ve completed your consultation form before your first appointment, we’ll begin your session at your appointment time.
WHY IS THE CONSULTATION FORM SO DETAILED?
We ask these questions in order to treat you safely, personalise your treatment & to protect both client & therapist alike. Complementary therapies can be incredibly powerful so care is taken to ensure they are right for each individual. These questions are also a recommendation of our insurers the governing body, Complementary Therapy Association, of which Holistic Healing Rooms is a member.
WHAT IS TRANCE LIKE, DURING HYPNOTHERAPY & WILL I LOSE ALL CONTROL?
Hypnotherapy is not the same as the kind of Hypnosis you may have seen on stage. You will not lose control, in fact, the point is to increase your sense of control. You would be able to simply get up & leave if you really wanted to but for the fact that the experience is completely relaxing & many people describe it as surprisingly enjoyable. Some say it’s like floating, others that it’s like looking in through the window on your own life or being the director of your own film.
I HAVE A MEDICAL CONDITION - CAN I STILL BE TREATED?
At the time of booking, please share your medical conditions with me to ascertain that your chosen therapy will be suitable. A detailed consultation form is sent out by email with your booking confirmation and this will be discussed prior to treatment. Do check with me if you are not sure, to avoid disappointment on the day. Share any new medical issues that crop up in advance of subsequent treatments. A form will be emailed the night before to express any concerns.
I’m pregnant, can I still be treated?
We specialise in training therapists in Natal Massage. Hypnotherapy is also completely safe during pregnancy. See our Natal Therapies page for further details or get in touch with any personal questions. Whilst there is absolutely no reason why you can’t receive our treatments from the moment you know you are pregnant, the first 13 weeks are a delicate time and you may like to wait until the 2nd trimester before receiving complementary therapies. You will not have to lie on your side or lay flat, our couch is specially designed for treatments during this special time.
If you have another question that isn’t answered here, do get in touch.