Holistic Stress Management

Holistic Stress Management in Ilford Essex with qualified therapist Elaine Otrofanowei

A day does not pass by without a news story in the media involving the negative consequences of stress. But stress is not necessarily a bad thing; we need good stress (eustress) to survive, without it we would not move out of the path of a speeding car. Good stress can make life more exciting, creative and successful, it can motivate us to work or study hard to get better grades or promotion to secure a better future.

Stress begins to have a negative consequence, when we perceive that the source of stress is relentless and we feel that we do not have the resources to cope with it. The negative consequences are numerous and can include:

• Anger
• Depression
• Inability to concentrate
• High blood pressure
• Stomach problems
• Skin rashes
• Loss of libido
• Cessation of menstruation
• Suppression of the immune system
• Worsening of existing medical conditions

What we need to do is to find the optimal level of stress, that will motivate, but not overwhelm us. Welcome to Holistic Stress Management. (HSM)

What is holistic stress management?

HSM is about giving the individual the ‘tools’ to manage and prevent the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual consequence of negative stress.

What are these tools?

• Relaxation techniques
• Flower essences
• Anger management
• Nutritional advice
• Time management
• Complementary therapies
• Assertiveness training
• Imagery
• Cognitive behavioural techniques
• Journaling

These are just a few of the techniques available to a HSM therapist.

What happens in HSM session?

The first session is used as a getting ‘to know you session’, where we will share information, you can ask me any further questions you may have about HSM and I will try to gain an understanding of your lifestyle, and of any physical and emotional problems you may have, this will enable me to produce a personalised HSM plan for you. I adhere to a strict confidentiality code whereby all of your information remains confidential.

Thereafter each session will last for approximately 1 hour and will be client led, we may discuss how to use some of the ‘tools’ already mentioned which should be practised in between each session in order for you to gain maximum benefit, or we may spend time discussing problems that you may have encountered in between our meetings.

The course of sessions is purely dependent upon your individual needs, 5 to 6 session is recommended.

Contacts

If you interested in HMS (Holistic Stress Massage) in Ilford, Essex or the London Area and book an appointment or if you have any questions please telephone: 020 85540339 or email me.