Who am I ? What do I do?
I am Tracy Palazzo-Barnes and I have been a Complementary Therapist specialising in muscular injury and referred pain for many years.
Over the course of my career I have helped hundreds of people with a huge range of needs, whether training for a sports event, or struggling with pain and restricted movement as a result of an injury or ongoing medical condition. This has included clients from 8 - 80, from gymnasts to wheelchair users.
Whoever we are, the persistent call to push ourselves to the limit, leaves many of us suffering from chronic and repetitive physical pain, unexplained injury, fatigue, low self-esteem, anxiety, and a constant fear of failure. These are all symptoms of a much bigger picture and sometimes treatment requires as many different approaches as the clients who walk through my door.
I have described briefly below, each of the main disciplines I use to help my clients, take a look (click for explanation) and see if any of these might help you find the answer you are looking for.
What is it?
This is an active therapeutic massage that uses specific techniques to ease pain, speed healing after soft tissue injury or repetitive strain and increase strength and flexibility. It is frequently used in preparation for sports or performance events and for both sports and non-sports related injuries.
Who does it benefit?
Anyone who suffers muscle pain from work or sport related physical activities. Runners, cyclists, gymnasts, dancers, musicians, tradesmen, hairdressers, new parents/grandparents and anyone with repetitive strain or poor posture.
What is it?
This is designed to be physically beneficial and mentally relaxing. A deeply relaxing massage that can ease through muscle tension to promote general wellbeing, reduce stress and headaches, promote good sleep, improve digestion and immune function.
Who does it benefit?
Anyone who suffers from general fatigue and aching muscles. People with stressful lifestyles, who have trouble sleeping or switching off. Also helpful for those going through difficult times - bereavement, anxiety, separation, post-natal fatigue, exam stress.
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What is it?
Massage therapy specifically for expectant Mums, many doctors and midwives recommend this type of specialist massage by a suitably qualified therapist, to help ease aches and pains, increase circulation and reduce anxiety for Mum and baby.
Who does it benefit?
Expectant Mums and their unborn child/ren - research has shown benefits that include fewer mood swings, less depression and anxiety, less leg and back pain, shorter labour and less incidence of premature birth.
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What is it?
This stands for Emotional Freedom Technique, it is a ‘talking therapy’ that uses meridian points to release the negative attachment of past events and self-criticism. It is a powerful combination therapy that can change the way we feel about ourselves and the world around us.
Who does it benefit?
Anyone with a phobia, low self-esteem, fears over exams, interview anxiety, social awkwardness. Also for those who find themselves repeating the same old self-sabotaging behaviour that ruins personal relationships and career opportunities.
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What is it?
A hands-on ‘healing’ technique that induces a deep state of calm and relaxation. It can help to initiate or speed up the natural healing process after injury or illness, reduce stress/anxiety and ease pain. Reiki can help to a deep sense of tranquillity and the ability to think in a calmer, more positive way.
Who does it benefit?
Those who feel constantly fatigued by the stresses and strains of life, or with a desire to access that part of themselves that feels buried under the demands of responsibility, work and family life.
Reiki can also be helpful when dealing with loss, separation and poor health.
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What is it?
Individual causes of stress overload are explored and discussed. A detailed plan of positive actions to make real and lasting changes is then put into place and followed up to make sure those changes happen!
Who does it benefit?
Anyone who suffers from stress overload and needs a guiding hand to help them find a different way forward. People who wish they could be more patient, more productive and more in control of their emotions.
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You can now book a talk, workshop or visiting treatment at your club or workplace
For many years - and until fairly recently, I ran a cash-consuming serviced office. The decision to ditch the overhead and work from home has freed up a lot of my time, so I now find myself available to do more talks and workshops to interested groups.
In the past I have guest lectured at a local University, provided therapy sessions for school inset days, presented talks on the connections between posture and pain - and stress and pain. I have taught pain patterns to Yoga Teachers, assessed misalignment issues in adolescent gymnasts and helped groups that support people with mobility issues and their carers.
I get it, I've been around a while and I have seen so many variations of physical pain, immobility and emotional fears, phobias and destructive behaviour. I understand how it feels to be 'not good enough', whether physically or socially and I've been privileged to work with so many brave and resilient people on finding solutions or 'workarounds'.
I don't have a Magic Wand - though I often really wish I did! But I do love to share all that I have learned in the interests of helping others, so if you need a Staff Day to raise morale, a quick and easy way to motivate the disillusioned and the downhearted, practical ways to manage change or some simple ways to avoid pain and injury, I'd love to hear from you.
Give me a call: 07715600205 - or email me: mail@mindandbodyworx.com and let me know how I can help you.
Best wishes, Tracy