"You would need at least two hands to count the number of therapists I’ve spoken to during the last few years both through the National Health Service and privately. All have worked with different approaches to the ‘talking’ treatment, trying to help me find relief from mental health issues that are long standing. They have all met with minimal success.
Having regular massage sessions with Bel and Nathalie during the last couple of years has proved to be the most effective form of all-round therapy I have experienced during that period in three inter-related ways.
Firstly, the body massage has helped me to keep at bay various arthritic issues in my lower back and legs that have intensified with advancing years. Suggestions about how to carry out light exercise in my own time have also proved to be most beneficial and I do these daily.
Secondly, the myofascial treatment carried out at Dorset Massage has helped to relieve some of the pressures I feel in various parts of the body when intense anxiety causes my adrenaline to go into overdrive and parts of my body to tense up and become painful.
Thirdly, and perhaps this is most important, both Bel and Nathalie have provided a professional person to talk to before, during and after treatment about some of the physical and mental issues I have been facing. They have listened patiently, offered constructive help and advice and encouraged me to practice my own approaches to mindfulness and the relief it can bring."

Jed

"I arrive stressed, knotted and tired. I leave calm, relaxed and motivated. A fantastic treat with a friendly, relaxed massage therapist that is tailored just for me. Thanks."

Jane

"I am a lady in my 60’s and have arthritis and scoliosis of the spine. I suffer with severe pain and lack of flexibility, particularly in neck, shoulders and left hip. Bel has made me feel confident to firstly undress and then to give her permission to work her magic. Bel’s positive regard has allowed an amazing change to happen – less pain, more movement and more personal confidence. I recommend Bel unreservedly because she has the skill, knowledge and understanding to make a difference that lasts."

SM

"I recommend Bel unreservedly because she has the skill, knowledge and understanding to make a difference that lasts."

SM

"Bel focuses on the core problems intelligently, and solves them with humour and charm."

CT

"Bel was recommended to me by a physiotherapist who couldn't help me any more. I have suffered for years with various painful problems, within a couple of treatments I started to feel the benefits. A year down the line with regular visits I have managed to keep my physically demanding job. I cannot recommend Bel highly enough."

AP

"I have been coming to Bel for many years for therapeutic massage and when I was diagnosed with cancer she was invaluable in supporting me throughout both my treatment and post recovery. Her knowledge and expertise has played a major part in my recovery and I would highly recommend anyone diagnosed with cancer to contact her for a consultation. It is now widely acknowledged that a holistic approach to cancer treatment can be extremely beneficial and I would not hesitate to recommend Bel at Dorset Massage as an excellent therapist."

"I first went to see Bel about 18 months ago, suffering from an incredibly tight IT band and lower back pain which had niggled me for many years and would prevent me from running any more than once or twice a week, not ideal as a long distance runner. Within a few sessions Bel had worked the problem through, loosened me up and given me specific and effective exercises to do at home to build my core strength. Over the years I had visited numerous clinics for treatment, but none have been as effective as that I receive from Bel; she understands how a body works and manages to get straight to the problem. I trust her work completely and know that my success this year would not have happened without her expertise and support in keeping me going."

CH