Art Therapy

Nicola: "A fantastic course run by the Bristol Cancer Help Centre, a real release of tension, time to forget your worries and let rip on paper. Meet lovely people, very inspirational I enjoyed every minute and have real fun looking over my work ".

Thanks Diana. Thinking of you Wendy R.I.P.

Some examples of Nicola's work

Reiki - "Reiki is a technique for stress reduction and relaxation that allows everyone to tap into an unlimited supply of "life force energy" to improve health and enhance the quality of life".

Nicola: " I have found Reiki wonderful, it has helped me relax at very stressful times when it has been hard to switch off my mind. I think it has helped keep me focused and positive, also it's my time just for me, time which is limited due to my baby. I'm very lucky to have a fantastic Reiki healer who has been a real inspiration - she has taught me so much along this journey and helped me keep a balance. It really helps with aches and pains too and I always sleep much better which is an extra bonus".

Thank you Helen for your patience, time and energy I love you very much, you are the greatest friend in the world - Nicky

Reflexology - "Can be used to help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium.  This gentle therapy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own healthy balance"

Nicola: I've been having reflexology since i was diagnosed and it's one of the best treatments ever, i really recommend anyone to have it. It is a great immune booster and very relaxing, I have to thank my Auntie Julie, who's put endless hours into my treatments, totally wonderful experience. Also great constipation relief for chemotherapy sufferers.

Thank you Julie for going through this journey with me, where would I be without your support - love you lots Nicky

Shiatsu - "A simple Japanese word meaning "finger pressure", Shiatsu is the name coined earlier last century to describe an increasingly distinguished form of healing.It can help in a wide range of conditions - from specific injuries to more general symptoms of poor health. Shiatsu is a deeply relaxing experience and regular Shiatsu sessions help to prevent the build up of stress in our daily lives".

Nicola: " Shiatsu is lovely! Again really relaxing, I have it for an hour at a time, I really switch off from the outside world. My mind is so calm, I could walk in feeling very panicky and come out a different person. I recommend this to anyone - a real treat".

Thanks Mercedes - Nicky

Aromatherapy Massage - "the art and science of utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize and promote the health of body, mind and spirit".

Nicola: " This is a real treat, especially if aches and pains are getting you down. This was my chance to let somebody soothe away pains, absolutely lovely".

Thanks again Jenny & Sarah - Nicky.

Support Group - Bristol Cancer Help Centre

Time to meet people from all walks of life with one thing in common - Cancer. Great time to share ideas and hear people's stories and to talk about worries and things you may not be able to share with family and friends. Very inspirational!

Thanks Sue