Autumndale Therapies

Reflexology - a wonderful way to de-stress ......... in an un-stressed state the body is better able to heal itself and to fight-off illness; fatigue, irritability and perception of pain are reduced; the mind is sharper and more creative; energy, motivation and productivity increase; and sleeping patterns improve.

These factors are so important to my clients, who include people of all ages: men and women from every walk of life - busy professionals, older people, mothers, mums-to-be, students, couples with fertility issues, those living with chronic conditions, the well and the not so well. They use my reflexology sessions as "time-out" - space to relax and unwind from the pressures of hectic or difficult lives; space to restore balance and to heal; space to maintain optimal health.

Hello and A Very Warm Welcome to Autumndale Therapies

My name is Suzy Carter and I am a fully qualified and insured independent reflexologist. I work from home - which is inbetween Petersfield and Liphook on the West Sussex/Hampshire border. Autumndale Therapies is in an idyllically peaceful yet accessible rural location. Please read on if you would like to find out a little bit more about my practice, reflexology and me ..... (and go to the "news" page for lots of other interesting stuff!)

I am a full member of The Association of Reflexologists (AoR) and work according to their strict code of practice and ethics which requires the highest level of professionalism and the maintenance of client confidentiality at all times. I have an Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate and am also registered with The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) - The Department of Health recommends that GP’s refer to practitioners on this register when they suggest the use of a complementary therapy to patients. To visit the AoR website go to www.aor.org.uk or go to the CNHC website at www.cnhc.org.uk

At Autumndale Therapies I am able to offer:

- Reflexology treatments
- Vertical Reflex Therapy (see "Other FAQ's" page for more information on VRT)
- Bespoke essential oil products to support and enhance the reflexology
- Foot and hand massage
- Taster sessions
- Early morning, daytime, evening and weekend appointments
- A convenient location on Hampshire/Surrey/Sussex borders
- A dedicated and comfortable treatment room
- A tranquil environment
- Generous on-site parking
- Home visits
- Gift vouchers(an original and rather special idea for almost any occasion ...)

Reflexology is a form of therapeutic massage of the feet or hands, the effects of which on the whole person may be profound - in supporting good physical and mental health, emotional wellbeing and the relief from symptoms of a wide range of conditions. Reflexology tends to stimulate the body's natural relaxation response, a powerfully beneficial physiological reaction which is suppressed when the body is under stress.

Recognising and then tackling the early signs of stress through reflexology may help to prevent it escalating into more significant health problems such as raised blood pressure with all its' associated risks, or anxiety including performance anxiety such as exam or interview "nerves", depression, headaches, arthritis, insomnia, fatigue, fertility issues and digestive and respiratory system disorders.

As a holistic therapy, reflexology supports the whole person rather than seeking to identify and treat specific illnesses and conditions. For optimal health and function and a wonderful sense of well-being every aspect of an individual needs to be in balance. Reflexology may help to maintain that balance. It may also help to restore balance and so provide invaluable support through times of potential difficulty such as illness, pregnancy, the conception journey, sadness and change.


Personal Health Budget holders - you may choose to use some of your funding for complementary therapies.

Several health insurance providers, including Bupa, Medicash, Health Shield, Paycare and Sovereign, will now cover the cost of complementary therapies including reflexology as part of some of their healthcare benefits plans.

I work mainly from my own home, tucked away in a peaceful corner of the South Downs National Park in the small village of Rake, near Liss and not far from Petersfield and Liphook. It is also within easy reach of Farnham, Guildford and Haslemere in Surrey, Midhurst, Fernhurst and Chichester in Sussex and Portsmouth, Bordon and Alton in Hampshire. Home visits are also possible - please ask for more information; my contact details are on every page.

Do call to arrange a taster session if you would like to meet me and see the facilities at Autumndale Therapies (there is no obligation to book a further appointment):

The telephone number for Autumndale Therapies
(8am - 8pm) is:
01730 892774
or
07780 675165


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A Little About Reflexology

Reflexology is a profounndly relaxing and yet invigorating complementary therapy: a potentially helpful treatment for use alongside conventional medicine.

Briefly, during a reflexology treatment specific points on the feet and/or hands are massaged in a particular way. Reflexologists believe that this massage helps to optimise bodily function and to restore and maintain the body's normal state of balance; this will in turn lead to an improvement in general health and well-being.

There is a wealth of anecdotal evidence to indicate that reflexology may offer relief from a wide range of symptoms and conditions.


See the "How Does It Work?" page for more information on the theories behind reflexology.

More importantly, reflexology may also help to maintain good health, prevent illness, aid relaxation and promote a positive frame of mind.

For this reason, a regular visit to a reflexologist may be a useful addition to any personal fitness plan - in fact, the cost of a monthly reflexology session compares favorably with the cost of weekly exercise classes or membership of a gym (see "What does it cost?" page for details of my current rates).


The possible promotion of the relaxation response is one of the most powerful potential benefits of reflexology (see the "Other FAQ's" page for more information about the relaxation response) ~

in an un-stressed state, the body is better able to heal itself and to fight-off illness; fatigue, irritability and perception of pain are reduced; the mind is sharper and more creative; energy, motivation and productivity increase; sleeping patterns improve.

Stress is something that we all suffer from occasionally and at these times reflexology may aid deep relaxation and sleep; improve mood; relieve tension and anxiety and increase our sense of wellbeing.


I see people of all ages, from all walks of life and with a wide range of symptoms and conditions who find that an occasional visit, a course of treatment or regular sessions help them enormously. Children, even the very young, usually love to have a short, gentle treatment. Explore the page entitled "Is Reflexology Therapeutic?" to discover more.

A number of my clients are busy and successful professional people seeking to improve their well-being and performance by finding an effective method to achieve deep relaxation and relieve tension, anxiety and fatigue (some forward-thinking organisations will even fund this type of therapy for their employees).


Early morning, daytime, evening and weekend appointments are available, to fit around busy lifestyles.

If a reflexology treatment in your own home is preferable for any reason, I do make home visits and can travel to Alton, Bordon, Haslemere, Hindhead, Liss, Liphook, Midhurst, Milland, Petersfield, Rogate and all other local areas.