Holistic Therapy in Bury St Edmunds to Relieve Stress, Tension and Restore Balance
Hi, I'm Sarah. I'm a holistic therapist based at the Self Centre in Bury St Edmunds and Elmswell, and I offer hands-on therapies for people who feel stressed, overwhelmed, tense, or simply not quite themselves.
My work is calm, supportive and tailored to you. Whether you're navigating ongoing stress, hormonal changes, physical discomfort, or just need space to slow down and reset, I'm here for you.
I offer Bowen Therapy, Reflexology and Holistic Facials, supporting your body's natural ability to rebalance and helping you feel more at ease - both physically and emotionally.
A calm, welcoming space to support your body and nervous system
If your body feels tight, tired, wired, or out of balance, you're not imagining it - and you don't have to manage it alone.
My approach focusses on working with your body and nervous system in a gently, respective way. Rather than chasing symptoms, I aim to support your body, allowing it to find balance and ease again.
Sessions are unhurried and adapted to how you are feeling on the day, because not two bodies - or weeks - are ever the same.
You're definitely in the right place if...
- You're feeling stressed, anxious, or emotionally overwhelmed
- You're body feels tense, uncomfortable or restricted
- You're experiencing fatigue, burnout, or poor-quality sleep
- You're navigating perimenopause or menopause and feel out of balance
- You find it hard to switch off, relax, or feel at ease in your body
- You feel disconnected from your body or unsure what it needs
You don't need to know exactly what's "wrong" or which treatment to choose. We can work that out together.
Holistic therapy services in Bury St Edmunds
Based at the Self Centre on Moreton Hall and in Elmswell, I offer a range of natural, holistic therapies to support relaxation, ease tension, and restore balance in body and mind.
If you're unsure which therapy is right for you, that's completely okay. Many people come feeling uncertain - my role is to listen, guide and tailor each session to what will best support you.
I offer:
- Bowen Therapy for pain, tension and structural imbalance
- Reflexology for deep relaxation, stress reduction and fatigue
- Specialist Reflexology to support menopause and lymphatic drainage
- Holistic Facials incorporating sinus and lymphatic drainage
- Bespoke Body Reset treatments combining techniques to suit your needs on the day
If you want natural, hands-on support to help your body rebalance and feel more like itself again, I'm here.
Bowen Therapy - bodywork to restore balance
Bowen Technique is a hands-on therapy that works with your nervous system, fascia and connective tissue to encourage the body to reset and rebalance.
Some people come to Bowen with a specific area of discomfort, such as back, neck or shoulder tension, Others choose it because they feel out of balance and want their body to slow down and settle. Many clients also use Bowen as part of ongoing self-care to support long-term wellbeing.
Clients often choose Bowen for:
- Physical discomfort or tension
- Stress-related tightness
- Restricted movement
- A general sense of discomfort or imbalance
Learn more about Bowen Therapy with Sarah Woodhouse in Bury St Edmunds
Reflexology for relaxation, hormonal & lymphatic support
Reflexology involves gently pressure on specific points of the feet to support relaxation and balance within the body.
Clients often choose reflexology to support:
- Stress and nervous system regulation
- Menopause and hormonal changes
- Lymphatic support
- Deep relaxation and grounding
Many of my clients find their Reflexology sessions allow them to truly switch off and rest.
Holistic Facials - relaxation for your skin, your Nervous System, & you
My holistic facials combine natural skincare, using Neal's Yard Remedies products with calming techniques to support skin health, emotional wellbeing, and lymphatic and sinus drainage.
Benefits my clients love include:
- A healthy, natural glow
- Reduced stress and tension
- Deep relaxation
- The wonderful scent of Neal's Yard Remedies products
Scar tissue support
As part of my Bowen Bodywork or Body Reset treatments, I can work gently over scar tissue with the aim of reducing tightness that may be contributing to discomfort elsewhere in the body.
Body Reset - a bespoke, integrated approach
If you're not sure of what you need, or feel your body would benefit from a more integrated approach, the Body Reset treatment offers a tailored session focused entirely on supporting you.
Your appointment may include elements of Bowen Bodywork, lymphatic work, vagus nerve support, reflexology and Thai stretch massaged techniques, depending on what feels most appropriate on the day.
How I support you
Irrespective of why you come, my focus in on offering a calm, supportive space where we can work towards:
- Releasing built-up tension
- Reducing stress, anxiety and emotional strain
- Improving sleep and relaxation
- Understanding and addressing discomfort
- Supporting hormonal wellbeing and menopause
- Encouraging lymphatic flow
- Giving you the space you need to simply be
What to expect when you come
Your first appointment is a chance to slow down. We'll talk about what's been going on for you, and the I'll tailor the session to what your body needs on the day.
There's no pressure to explain everything perfectly, and nothing you need to prepare in advance. My aim is to offer a safe, welcoming environment where you can begin to feel more at ease - more like yourself again.
Why clients choose to work with me
- I work gently at your pace
- Sessions are never rushed
- I take a whole person approach
- You don't need to know which treatment you need
- You'll be met with warmth, respect and no judgement
Is this the right fit?
My work may not be the right fit if you're looking for a quick fix, a medical diagnosis, or guaranteed results. I offer supportive complementary therapies designed to work alongside your body, not override it.
I'm fully qualified holistic therapist and my work follows professional standards. Treatments are intended to complement, not replace, medical care.
Get in touch
My treatment room is based at the Self Centre on Moreton Hall in Bury St Edmunds, offering a calm, welcoming space away from the rush of everyday life.
If you'd like to ask a question or talk through what might support you best, you're very welcome to get in touch.