Personalised therapeutic massage in Cambridge

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Helen Lewis giving a therapeutic massage at Touchstone Massage Therapy in Cambridge
Helen Lewis, massage therapist at Touchstone Massage Therapy in Cambridge

Your massage therapist in Cambridge

Helen Lewis

I hold a Diploma in Holistic and Deep Tissue Massage from The Jing Institute, one of the UK’s leading massage schools. I’m currently working towards their Professional Certificate in Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy.

I’m fascinated by movement and the mind-body connection, and for decades I’ve been exploring them through mindful bodywork practices, including yoga and qigong.

I love getting a massage and I’ve always prioritised regular appointments. Over the years, massage therapy has played an important role in my own wellbeing.

In previous jobs I was tied to a desk. Not literally, of course, but it felt like it sometimes! My body longed to break free, and eventually I decided I needed to listen to what it was telling me.

Retraining as a massage therapist felt like the natural thing to do. And I’m so glad I did! I discovered that I enjoy giving a massage almost as much as I enjoy receiving one, and I find it really satisfying to be able to help people feel more at ease in their bodies. I’m particularly interested in the potential of massage as a complementary approach for people living with persistent or chronic pain.

Therapeutic massage tailored to you

At Touchstone Massage Therapy in Cambridge, every treatment is tailored to you. I draw on holistic, deep tissue and advanced clinical massage techniques to create a treatment that responds to what you need on the day.

As a therapist trained in The Jing Method, I use a fusion of Eastern and Western bodywork approaches informed by modern science, with the aim of promoting deep relaxation, helping to manage pain and improving joint mobility.

I approach each treatment as a collaboration with the client. During the consultation I’ll listen carefully, so that I can understand your needs and goals, and then we’ll agree a treatment plan together. In this way, each treatment is truly personalised.

During the massage I’ll be constantly tuning in to how your body is responding and adjusting accordingly. I’ll also check in with you verbally now and then to find out how you’re doing. Your comfort is paramount, so if anything doesn’t feel comfortable at any time, please do let me know.

If you’re seeking massage to help you manage a chronic pain condition or to support your recovery after injury or surgery, I’ll be recommending an initial series of three to six treatments. Depending on the nature of your condition I may also give you some self-care suggestions to try out at home between appointments.

Massage therapist applying pressure to a client’s back during a therapeutic massage

What clients say about Touchstone Massage Therapy

  • I highly recommend Helen. She has a warm friendly manner which put me immediately at my ease while at the same time being highly professional in all she did. She has a wonderful touch — soothing yet firm and the whole experience was very relaxing and enjoyable. She went out of her way to make sure I was comfortable at every point which I greatly appreciated.

    — Sian S.

  • I found receiving massage from Helen not only very relaxing but also extremely helpful in working with my ongoing muscular and body alignment issues. I felt I was being really listened to during the pre massage consultation, and what treatment I needed was both sensitively and thoroughly applied. Friendly, responsive, and professional — I shall be getting treatment from Helen again!

    — Paul N.

  • Helen is welcoming, knowledgeable and skilled. She was professional and friendly and listened attentively during the consultation. She was concerned for my comfort and privacy and set me at ease. I enjoyed the deep tissue massage very much and have felt a significant improvement to my aches and tension. I would wholeheartedly recommend Helen to friends.

    — Jan O.

  • I had a very beneficial massage with Helen. Immediately after she had worked on my shoulders I felt a positive difference in my posture. The massage therapy also helped me to feel calmer and the next day I noticed a marked increase with my energy in the yoga class. Thank you Helen for the boost to my health.

    — Jenny K.

  • I did enjoy my massage given by Helen. She was very professional and efficient and responded to my requests or questions. For instance I asked whether she could apply more pressure on my (tense) shoulders and she did. In addition, she tailored the treatment to what I thought would be most helpful for me, i.e. she concentrated a big part of the massage on my upper back and she included work on my feet, which I loved. I felt much better and very relaxed at the end of my session.

    — Françoise B.

  • Feeling very relaxed after my massage with Helen today. Helen was attentive to my needs, particularly checking the pressure level when treating my recovering frozen shoulder. Lovely fresh sheets, eye pad, pleasant aroma in the room and relaxing music.

    — Linda O.

  • I received a massage from Helen recently, which was wonderful. She was very professional and welcoming, and we went through a short consultation first which made me feel at ease. She set up the room with a nice atmosphere, there was aromatherapy, calming music and the massage table was very comfortable. The techniques she used were very effective, getting deep into the muscle tissue and relieving tension which I'd specifically asked for. I felt well looked after and relaxed at the end. I would highly recommend getting a massage from Helen!

    – Phoebe T.

  • I very much enjoyed my deep tissue massage. I was a bit nervous, not having had a massage for several decades, but Helen put me at my ease and made sure I always felt safe and comfortable. The massage felt deeply beneficial - it felt like it mobilised some stuck bits of my shoulders and neck. And it felt deeply relaxing, in tune with the cadence of my breathing.

    – Miriam B.

  • Helen is a sensitive and professional massage therapist. I woke up the next day with my back feeling soft and supple and I was full of energy.

    – Simone M.

  • Helen is very professional and has a lovely therapy space which feels safe and nurturing. I found her explanation and her guidance throughout the session clear and straightforward. Her touch skills were very evident in smoothness of pressure and excellent coordination of movement to get to different parts of my back neck and shoulders. The session felt timeless and by the end it felt as if my muscles had been reconfigured! Lovely to have the care and attention from Helen. Much appreciated.

    – Virginia L.

  • I received a massage from Helen yesterday, my body felt relaxed and good. Thank you.

    – Preeti W.

  • I found Helen's massages greatly beneficial - physically, energetically and emotionally. I live with complex tissue pain and tensions (fibromyalgia, scoliosis, recent injury) and particularly appreciated how Helen took note of my specific situation, made useful suggestions and also made sure throughout the treatment that I was comfortable. The soothing environment helped as well, of course. I felt safe from the beginning and all the way through, so could thoroughly relax and receive the fullness of the treatment.

    – Sabine D.

Massage therapy in central Cambridge

Fridays

09:00 to 18:00

The Beechwood Practice for Complementary Health

41 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 1NT

The Beechwood Practice is a friendly and well-established complementary and alternative medicine clinic ideally situated in the centre of Cambridge. It has ample free on-site parking and is close to the railway station.

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Mondays

15:00 to 19:00

Emma Kenny Massage Therapies

19 Sturton Street, Cambridge, CB1 2SN

There is ample bike parking on site. Car parking options are: Gwydir Street car park (4 min. walk – pay using Just Park app),
The Beehive Centre (8 min. walk – free for 3 hours), Sturton Street (metered parking at entrance to road), or the rare chance of on-street parking in Sturton Street or Ainsworth Street.

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