My name is Alex Petty and I've been a Homeopath, Reflexologist and Reiki Practitioner for many years. In the mid 1990's an interest in complementary therapy led me to train in Reflexology. Some years later my own health issues, in the form of persistent tonsillitis, led to my first experience of homeopathy; the result was so miraculous that I later decided to become a homeopath myself.
Since then I have continued to seek, learn about, and experience the innate self-healing ability we have through giving and receiving holistic and homeopathic therapy. More recently my long standing interest in therapeutic bodywork led me to add massage in the form of Soft Tissue Therapy to the practice and I'm currently training in McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release.
Since then I have continued to seek, learn about, and experience the innate self-healing ability we have through giving and receiving holistic and homeopathic therapy. More recently my long standing interest in therapeutic bodywork led me to add massage in the form of Soft Tissue Therapy to the practice and I'm currently training in McLoughlin Scar Tissue Release.
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A fundamental principle of Homeopathy, Reiki, Reflexology and of all the healing arts is that there is no such thing as a disease purely of the mind or of the body. Mind and body is one person. Influence one and you influence the other. Stress one and you stress the other. To effectively treat a symptom belonging to a single part, we must consider the whole to which the part belongs.
This natural physical therapy combines a series of pressures & massage techniques to the feet and sometimes to the hands to stimulate the nerve endings that travel to the spinal cord, then to other parts of the body. Stimulating these nerve endings is said to improve circulation, stimulate vital organs and encourage the body's natural healing process whilst at the same time promoting deep relaxation.
Reiki was founded by Dr Mikao Usui (1865-1926), a Tendai Buddhist Monk, Samurai Swordsman and Kiko (Japanese Qigong) master and was originally part of a very personal self-healing practice that was taught by Dr Usui to his disciples. The practice was based on 'knowing one's true purpose' through mindfulness, meditation and living by the five Reiki precepts shown above.
Soft Tissue Therapy is the name given to bodywork that uses a number of specialised techniques as well all the classical moves you would expect to find in a high quality body massage. Soft Tissue Therapy uses neuro-muscular techniques to restore muscles to their optimum resting length and treats musculoskeletal pain, injury and dysfunction caused by any of life's stresses.
Drawing on eastern and western philosophies these sessions are for two-way holistic health discussion in a way that compliments any overall treatment or goals you may have. If you are experiencing symptoms in your mind or body it's a good idea to look at root cause. You can choose to book them as 60 minute standalone sessions, or add 30 minutes to your physical therapy sessions.
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Tony Brooks
Jan 17, 2022
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Laura B.
Dec 08, 2021
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I visited Alex last week for Reiki following a period of time in my life where I felt I had lost myself a little bit. Alex gave a warm welcome and made me feel at ease instantly. The Reiki was so relaxing and I could feel a shift in my energy immediately. But it's been the after effects which have been really profound for me and I can't thank Alex enough for her skills, wisdom and kindness which have all put me back on a interesting journey I am now immersing myself in (in between the usual daily life tasks of course!). There's no doubt that I'll be visiting Alex again. Highly recommend.
Jonathan Ridge
Oct 28, 2021
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I would highly recommend Alex & the maternity Reflexology. I called Alex in a panic as I was getting closer to my due date & baby was not the correct way for birth. Alex was very friendly, kind & helpful. She managed to squeeze me in at short notice & the treatment made me feel relaxed, gave me time to connect with baby & it had the results I was looking for as baby had moved into the correct position the next time I had a scan. Baby would move so much more during treatment & after that I truly believe that baby moving was down to the treatment that Alex gave. Alex also helped aid the heartburn
Cassie Wildey
Jun 12, 2021
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Amanda Jayne
Apr 06, 2020
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Hannah Jones
Oct 15, 2019
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Amazing amazing amazing!
I had a reflexology session with Alex at The Restoration Room last week.
My job was causing me some stress and anxiety, and so my brain was running at, what felt like, 100 miles an hour!
Alex made me feel so relaxed and calm. She took her time to get to know me in her consultation before working her magic on my feet!
I didn’t find the reflexology ticklish or uncomfortable, it was just totally relaxing and therapeutic.
Since my session, my heart palpitations have stopped and I don’t feel as tense. I was worried that my job would completely undo all the good that
I had a reflexology session with Alex at The Restoration Room last week.
My job was causing me some stress and anxiety, and so my brain was running at, what felt like, 100 miles an hour!
Alex made me feel so relaxed and calm. She took her time to get to know me in her consultation before working her magic on my feet!
I didn’t find the reflexology ticklish or uncomfortable, it was just totally relaxing and therapeutic.
Since my session, my heart palpitations have stopped and I don’t feel as tense. I was worried that my job would completely undo all the good that
MaD HaTTeR
Aug 27, 2019
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My very first visit to The Restoration Room, was to start a course of soft tissue massage, for an injury I had sustained through gym exercise.. a very warm welcome by Alex, immediately set me at ease & my first session, overwhelmingly profound.. I felt emotionally open & physically at peace. The techniques Alex uses & the calm in which she uses them, seem to create an internal osmosis, now after my third session with Alex, I now see the first as a type of conditioning, for the now treatment Alex has started to engage, at the begining, the pain started to shift, now it is starting to deplete.. I
Jo Honney
Aug 02, 2019
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I have been having reflexology at The Restoration Room for a some months now and have had such great experiences. Alex is so easy to talk to. She completes a really thorough assessment to target your treatment. Whether you're looking for deep relaxation, increasing your energy levels or targeting specific problems, this is the perfect treatment. Alex has helped me with some musculoskeletal problems I had been having which were stopping me from running. I'm now back to my regular workout routines pain free! I always feel really refreshed and balanced after these sessions. Can't recommend highly
Garth Agnew
Jul 26, 2019
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I would wholeheartedly recommend anyone to book a session with Alex for the scar tissue release treatment I have had. The subtle yet potent technique has radically changed the entire profile of my knee, the skin is far more supple now and with a much healthier and less angry colour.
The treatment is also very gentle and relaxing, often inducing a power nap state.
I have a lot of scar tissue on my knee and I am so glad I found Alex, the treatment has had a positive effect on the way I walk. Now that the tightness around my knee muscles has relaxed I am walking more efficiently and smoothly. This
The treatment is also very gentle and relaxing, often inducing a power nap state.
I have a lot of scar tissue on my knee and I am so glad I found Alex, the treatment has had a positive effect on the way I walk. Now that the tightness around my knee muscles has relaxed I am walking more efficiently and smoothly. This
Col Savid
Jul 26, 2019
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I have had both Reiki and Reflexology with Alex after going through a stressful time and found both very relaxing and comforting. Alex is very easy to talk to and will spend time discussing any issues you may have and will offer very helpful suggestions and advice. The treatment room is very tasteful and comfortable. I would happily recommend The Restoration Room.
Dave Greenwood
Jul 24, 2019
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Alex has been giving me Soft tissue Therapy Remedial massage for neck and hip pain. She lives in a beautiful property with a very well equipped therapy room and plenty of room for off road parking. She is very personable and immediately makes you feel very welcome and at ease. As soon as you talk to her, you immediately get the feeling that she is very professional and knowledgeable and I very quickly became confident in her abilities. Alex starts off with a very thorough consultation to understand the nature of the issues and relevant history. She reinforces this by asking you to perform various
