Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies

🎃👻 AUTUMN & HALLOWEEN MODE: ACTIVATED 🍂🍁

Happy Halloween Everyone! 🙂

🍂 WHY NOT TREAT YOURSELF THIS OCTOBER…🍂

What better way to escape this rather dismal weather than having a bit of you time with our October Seasonal Packages: The Autumnal Treats…

The perfect combination of a Cosy Heated Couch and Blankets, Warm Wavestones and Massage Oils, these treatments are a wonderful way to escape the everyday stresses. I have limited availability for the rest of October and some rare spaces this Saturday…

These treatments are available to Book Online via:

🔗 https://crippsfarm.simplybook.it/v2/

Or by contacting myself directly on 07799211091 or via Facebook Messenger.
Have a good rest of your week, Tamara 🙂

TODAY I HAVE BEEN ON A ROAD TRIP! 🚙
Today I crossed the boarder into 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 for a training day with for training in Lower Back Massage Techniques. Although a long day, I am now back in Somerset and looking forward to being back in the treatment room tomorrow. Special Thank You to my mum for driving me while I am still recovering from a fall from a few weeks ago and still cannot drive just yet…

🍂 THIS OCTOBER, THE AUTUMNAL TREATS ARE BACK! 🍂

Although I cannot quite believe it is the case, October is almost here and this means the return of an old favourite, The Autumnal Treats...

Relax in a Cosy, warm couch and escape this increasingly cold weather with these beautiful Treatments. Choose from:

🍁 A Warming Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage, focusing on areas of tension and letting the stresses of the day melt away. With Warm Wavestones and Massage Oils, it is the perfect escape from this blustery weather. 45 Minutes : £40.00
🍁 A Warming Foot & Leg Massage, using Warm Wavestones and Massage Oils. The perfect treatment for tired and aching legs and feet. 45 Minutes : £38.00
🍁A Warming Facial Massage with Hand & Arm Massage, focusing on relieving facial tension caused by screen use and releasing muscle tightness in the arms caused by constant activity. A Calming Treat. 45 Minutes : £38.00
🍁 An Indulgent Autumnal Treat including a Facial Massage with Rose Quartz Gua Shas, promoting lymphatic drainage and improving circulation. A Self-Heating Divine Glow Face Mask* is applied to encourage product absorption into the skin and giving a lovely warming feeling. A Scalp Massage is then completed leaving you feeling completely relaxed, restored and your Skin feeling nourished and glowing. 45 Minutes : £38.00

*The Self - Heating Divine Glow Face Mask is not suitable for use alongside Retinol Products or Recent Exfoliation. It is also not suitable for Sensitised Skin. Please Inform Tamara during the Consultation Process if you have any concerns..
**These Treatments are Available to Book Online from Today. This Seasonal Package is Valid until 31st October 2024.
***Allow an Extra 15 Minutes for Consultation

I look forward to welcoming you this October, Tamara 🙂

🌸 WHY NOT ESCAPE THIS SEPTEMBER… 🌸

The Cripps River Spa Window is looking lovely and ‘Dressed to Impress’ to promote September’s Treatment Packages…

THE SEPTEMBER ESCAPE

Let the Stresses of the Summer melt away with a Swedish Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage. The Warmth of the Wavestones breakdown tension in the shoulders and back, allowing you to completely relax. Give your skin a boost after the Summer Break with a Kaeso Mini Facial consisting of a Double Cleanse, Exfoliation, Tone, Face Mask, Chosen Serum and Moisturiser. Your skin will feel refreshed, hydrated and rejuvenated...

1 hr : £55.00

THE GOLDEN SEPTEMBER ESCAPE

Escape the everyday stresses with a Warming Swedish Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage with heated Wavestones. Let all your tensions drift away with a beautiful Facial, Neck and Chest Massage with Rose Quartz Gua Sha Stones, leaving your skin glowing. The Self - Heating Golden Divine Glow Face Mask is the applied to encourage circulation and release tension in the facial muscles. Finished off with a Scalp Massage this is the perfect opportunity to Relax and Escape, and leaves your skin radiant...

75 Mins : £63.00

*The Self - Heating Divine Glow Face Mask is not suitable for use alongside Retinol Products or Recent Exfoliation. It is also not suitable for Sensitised Skin. Please Inform Tamara during the Consultation Process if you have any concerns..

Both Packages are Valid until Saturday 28th September and are Available to Book Online Now. Please Allow an Extra 15 minutes for Consultation.

Available to Book:
Wednesdays: 9am - 5pm
Fridays: 10am - 3pm
Saturdays: 9am - 3pm

🌟 JUST AN 'FYI' 🌟

Just a quick notice to say I am Out of Office Today, as I am attending a Training Course in Stroud. I will therefore be unable to answer any phone calls until late afternoon. I apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. I will be open as usual on Wednesday.
Have a great weekend, Tamara 🙂

🌟 AN IMPORTANT NOTICE 🌟

This is an Important Notice to all my clients. From 2nd September 2024 my Opening Hours will be changing. This is due to starting a University Course with the University of Plymouth.

Since being ill with Cellulitis in both my legs in June, I have had time to think and re-evaluate and I have decided to study for my PGCE, to become a Further Education Lecturer in my chosen area of expertise. The process has been very fast, as I was only offered a place on the course last Tuesday and I start tomorrow! A whirlwind to say the least! I am excited for this new chapter in my Career and hope to be able to inspire future therapists as I was when I trained in 2010.

As a result, this unfortunately means that my Opening Hours at Cripps River Spa will now change. My new Opening Hours from September 2nd will be:

Wednesday: 9am - 5pm
Friday: 10am - 8pm
Saturday: 9am - 3pm

I appreciate this decision seems rather sudden and I sincerely apologise for any inconvenience and disappointment caused. I have contacted clients on an individual basis who are directly affected but if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me directly on 07799 211091 or by email: [email protected]

Thank you, Tamara

🌻 HELLO SEPTEMBER 🌻 RELAX AND REJUVENATE THIS SEPTEMBER WITH THE SEPTEMBER ESCAPE PACKAGES 🌻

Escape the stresses of the Summer Holidays with these beautiful September Packages, designed to leave you feeling de-stressed, relaxed & rejuvenated...

THE SEPTEMBER ESCAPE

Let the Stresses of the Summer melt away with a Swedish Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage. The Warmth of the Wavestones breakdown tension in the shoulders and back, allowing you to completely relax. Give your skin a boost after the Summer Break with a Kaeso Mini Facial consisting of a Double Cleanse, Exfoliation, Tone, Face Mask, Chosen Serum and Moisturiser. Your skin will feel refreshed, hydrated and rejuvenated...

1 hr : £55.00

THE GOLDEN SEPTEMBER ESCAPE

Escape the everyday stresses with a Warming Swedish Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage with heated Wavestones. Let all your tensions drift away with a beautiful Facial, Neck and Chest Massage with Rose Quartz Gua Sha Stones, leaving your skin glowing. The Self - Heating Golden Divine Glow Face Mask is the applied to encourage circulation and release tension in the facial muscles. Finished off with a Scalp Massage this is the perfect opportunity to Relax and Escape, and leaves your skin radiant...

75 Mins : £63.00

*The Self - Heating Divine Glow Face Mask is not suitable for use alongside Retinol Products or Recent Exfoliation. It is also not suitable for Sensitised Skin. Please Inform Tamara during the Consultation Process if you have any concerns..

Both Packages are Valid until Saturday 28th September and are Available to Book Online Now. Please Allow an Extra 15 minutes for Consultation.

❓Can I Claim My Treatment Back? ❓

This is a question I am asked by clients on a regular basis. Many Employers provide Health Care Plans that can allow you to claim certain treatments back after your appointment. From Indian Head Massage to Reiki or Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage, there are quite a few treatments that are eligible.

At Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies, I am very happy to provide a written Receipt and Cover Letter with my relevant qualifications as per Health Care Plan Requirements.

So why not check with your employers today to see if you are eligible and put your wellbeing first...

If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact myself, Tamara via Email: [email protected]
or Phone: 07799 211091

NATIONAL RELAXATION DAY

Today is National Relaxation Day, a chance to celebrate the importance to Relax and De-Stress. The Definition of Relaxation is: "the state of being free from tension and anxiety..." Quoted from: Oxford Languages

Set in the beautiful, tranquil location of Cripps River Spa, my Treatment Room is quiet, cosy and calm, with gentle music playing in the background. From Holistic Therapies to Nail Treatments, my main aim when you enter the Treatment Room is to feel more relaxed and less stressed than when you entered. All of the treatments aim to relax and offer an escape from the everyday stresses. For more information on the treatments I offer and to book your Relaxation Time, why not visit my website: www.creatingharmonytherapies.uk

Last Night I attended a wonderful event that allowed me to be creative and have a go at painting a Highland Cow. With great company and a lovely ploughman’s platter and glass of ’Nosecco’, it was the perfect combination! Have to say I am rather proud of the end result as well!

May’s Cafe hold lots of fab events throughout the year as does True to Your Art with classes at various venues. Why not check out their pages for more info. ☺️

📸 Of event and food from May’s Cafe page
🐮 Painted by Me 🙂

👋 HELLO AUGUST 👋

It's official, I have caught Olympic Fever! So of course, what better way to celebrate than to make August all about the Olympics!

So why not 'Channel Your Inner Olympian' with my August Packages:

🇬🇧 For All The 'Weightlifters' Out There: Massage focusing on the Arms, Chest and Up into the Neck. 30 Minutes, £33.00 🏋️‍♀️
🇬🇧 For All The 'High Flyers' Out There: Focusing on tension in the Upper and Lower Back with Warm Wavestones, finishing with a Chest Massage and Neck Stretches. 45 Minutes, £40.00
🇬🇧 For All the Cyclists & Runners Out There: Leg Massage focusing on areas of Tension with Warm Wavestones. Foot Massage including Foot Stretches and Thai Foot Massage Techniques, releasing tightness and encouraging Relaxation. 45 Minutes, £38.00 🚴

*Please Allow an Extra 15 minutes for Consultation
*August Packages Valid Until August 31st, Available to Book Online from tomorrow...

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FRIENDSHIP

Today is the International Day of Friendship, a chance for us to celebrate our friends, whether near or far. Which of your friends do you think deserves some relaxation and time for themselves? Why not Tag them below 🙂
Or why not treat a friend with a gift voucher for a Holistic Therapy or Nail Treatment today by contacting myself, Tamara on 07799 211091.

🪷TODAY IS HOLISTIC THERAPY DAY🪷

Today is a day to celebrate everything Holistic Therapies! Deriving from the Greek Word 'Holos' meaning 'Whole', Holistic Therapies is all about treating your body as a whole, not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually too.

When you visit Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies, I always get you to fill in a Consultation Form. This is to firstly ascertain if there are any Physical Conditions that may affect how the treatment is carried out, but I also look at aspects such as stress levels, energy levels and sleep pattern, as these all play a part in your overall wellbeing. Lower back tension/pain may be caused by sitting for long periods in your occupation, and tension headaches may be being caused by shoulder tension or potential consistent screen use for instance.

By looking at the overall picture, I as your Holistic Therapist can put together a personalised treatment plan that will ensure you experience the most benefits from your treatment possible. From Reflexology to Swedish Massage, to Aromatherapy to Reiki, all these treatments are designed to treat you in the most Holistic Way possible. For more information on the treatments available and to book an appointment, please visit my website:

www.creatingharmonytherapies.uk

🎂 LAST SUNDAY, WE TURNED 4! 🥳

Last Sunday, my little Business turned 4 years old! What a journey it’s been from the initial plan in a College Assignment to where ‘we’ are today.

Thank you to all my family and friends who have helped and encouraged me along the way. But most importantly, thank you to all of YOU, my lovely clients, who have chosen to visit and trust me to be your Holistic Therapist over the past 4 years. I feel very privileged and grateful for your continued support.

Thank You, Tamara 🧡

🦢 THE HEALING WEEKEND 2024 🦢

Well what a busy weekend it’s been at this wonderful event! I have met some lovely clients and exhibitors alike. I look forward to welcoming you into the treatment room soon or seeing you next year ☺️ Now to head home for another rather big event 🤞 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ⚽️

I am back at Cripps River Spa on Tuesday 9th July. It has been an action packed holiday full of wonderful memories, but I am very excited to be back in the Treatment Room again and am looking forward to welcoming you all. If you have tried to contact me over the last couple of weeks, I want to thank you for your patience and I will be in touch on Tuesday.
Thank you, Tamara 🙂

I am very excited to announce that I am once again exhibiting at The Healing Weekend Holistic Festival at New Road Farm in East Huntspill on Friday 12th, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July.

I will be offering Holistic Therapies in the Therapy Marquee, why not come along and say hello. With a wide variety of exhibitors to see and workshops to experience, it is a wonderful family event for everyone to enjoy.

I look forward to seeing you there.

For more information, please visit The Healing Weekend's Website on:

https://www.thehealingweekend.co.uk

HELLO 👋 JULY!

Holiday Season is almost here! So why not 'Scrub Away the Winter Blues' with the Holiday Glow Package? Combining a Full Body Brush, a Full Body Scrub and Moisturising Soufflé, finishing with a choice of either a Scalp Massage or Foot Massage, this Package leaves you feeling relaxed, refreshed and Summer Ready.

75 Minutes : £45.00 *Available from Tuesday 9th July, Available to Book Online Now

Kaeso Sugar Body Scrubs are vegan friendly, with bases of sea salt combined with beautiful fragrances of Mandarin and Black Pepper and Cranberry and Passion Fruit. The Kaeso Body Moisturising Soufflé of Mulberry and Mallow nourishes the skin.

The Benefits of Dry Body Brushing and Exfoliation are:

~ Stimulates the Lymphatic System and encourages the removal of toxins from the body.
~ Aids the skin’s shedding process known as Desquamation and encourages cell regeneration
~ Encourages absorption of moisturiser
~ Unclogs Pores
~ Leaves skin smooth, soft and glowing

*Please Note: These Body Scrub treatments are not suitable for anyone who has very sensitive/sensitised skin, or has any skin conditions such as Psoriasis or Eczema. They should be avoided if you have done any form of exfoliation in the last 72 hours such as waxing and shaving. If you have any recent sunburn, open wounds or recent scar tissue (although these areas can be avoided) and lastly if you are on any Acne treating medications such as Roaccutane/Isotretinoin.

FUN FACT: TODAY IS LOG CABIN DAY

I had no idea this was even a thing, but to celebrate 'Log Cabin Day' and for a bit of fun, its a great opportunity to flash back a year to when Mum and I were lucky enough to stay in a Log Cabin at the beautiful Lake Moraine in Canada. A stunning setting but still surprisingly cold in June, with the log fire going it was a wonderfully cosy place to be...

This National Beautician's Day, I want to take this opportunity to reintroduce myself and explain a little bit about how Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies came to be..

My name is Tamara and I am the Owner, Holistic and Beauty Therapist at Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies. I originally trained as a Beauty Therapist, qualifying in 2010 with a Level 3 National Diploma in Beauty Therapy Sciences at Bridgwater College. A course which made me fall in love with the industry.
After my course, I did a Degree in Theatrical Make Up and Costume Design, which allowed me to get my creative juices flowing and explore my other loves of art and hairstyling. However, Beauty Therapy was never far away & once graduated, I decided my career was back in the industry I loved.
Over the years, I gained experience working in the Industry, first at Rookery Manor Spa and then at Multi-Award Winning, Industry Leading Salon The Barn for 2 1/2 years, where my love for Holistic Therapy became more apparent.
After a difficult period and bereavements in close succession, I decided to go travelling and see the world. It was a chance for me evaluate and decide that I wanted to start my own business and specialise in Holistic Therapies.
Once Home, I completed a National Diploma in Complementary Therapies at Bridgwater College where I gained more knowledge in Aromatherapy and Reflexology. Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies was Established in 2020 and is still going strong today (nearly 4 years later!).

Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies is based at the beautiful River Spa in East Huntspill, near Highbridge. This lovely, peaceful location allows you to completely relax & escape the stresses of everyday life. I have a passion for constantly learning and attending CPD Training, all of which helps me to create a personalised treatment plan to allow you to experience the utmost benefit from your chosen treatment.

For more information about Creating Harmony Holistic Therapies and the Holistic & Nail Treatments on Offer, please visit my website:

www.creatingharmonytherapies.uk

💧TODAY IS HYDRATION DAY 💧

Today is Hydration Day, a perfect opportunity to emphasise why water it is so important for us and why I am always letting my client's know after any Holistic Therapy Treatment to keep 'Really Well Hydrated'...

Water as the next slide reiterates is a 'game changer'. It boosts metabolism, aids digestion, energises workouts and also encourages nutrients and oxygen to reach the body's cells which in turn can help protect the body's organs and tissues. It can also help our skin to appear glowing.

So Why Keep Well Hydrated After a Holistic Therapy Treatment?

Most Holistic Therapy Treatments, like for example Massage, are realising blockages in the body like muscle tension. Massage increases circulation of blood which also in turn increases the Lymph movement. The Lymphatic System runs alongside the Circulatory System and is where waste products from cells are collected in Lymph, an Interstitial Fluid and transported out of the body. Water intake encourages this process to take place and also rehydrates the body while this process is happening. Massage can sometimes leave you feeling dehydrated and can therefore cause symptoms such as headaches. By keeping well hydrated you are aiding the body's 'Healing Process' after treatment and also encouraging waste products to be flushed out the body, leaving you feeling much more refreshed. This process can take a while after any treatment, which is why I always encourage keeping well hydrated for the rest of the day and even the day after if necessary.

With Summer finally here (fingers crossed!) and increasing temperatures, it is essential to keep well hydrated every day to aid body function and improve overall wellbeing...

🌞 I AM NOW ON ANNUAL LEAVE 🌞

Just a note to say I am now on Annual Leave until 9th July. I will unfortunately be unable to respond to any enquiries during this time.

If you would like to book an appointment you can do so via the ‘Book Now’ Button at the top of this page or by visiting my website for all treatment information by following this link:

🔗 www.creatingharmonytherapies.uk

If you would like to Book a Treatment as part of a Spa Package, please contact Cripps River Spa directly.

I look forward to welcoming you back into the Treatment Room from Tuesday 9th July. Tamara 🙂

🌞 HAPPY SUMMER SOLSTICE 🌞

A time to relax, rejuvenate and look forward to the Summer ahead…

(Let’s keep everything crossed for some warmer weather!) 🤞

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads and Father Figures in our families. Whatever your plans are today, I hope you have a lovely day.