Testimonials~

I would thoroughly recommend a visit to Marianne Macdonald at Advanced Body Mind Therapies.  

Having suffered from a tight, sore shoulder for too long -  I was unsure if there was anywhere I could go for relief. I’d tried massage and physio...none of which did the trick - getting to the core of the pain.  Marianne did! I had three sessions with Marianne and was so impressed with her techniques – she knew exactly where to target. My shoulder has never felt better – in fact I don’t think or notice it anymore because the pain and tightness isn’t there.

 She also added in a quick relaxation hypnosis session which was surprising  – having never experienced anything like this I was very impressed with the effectiveness  - and really did feel incredibly relaxed after the session of only a few minutes.

Look forward to returning if need be in the future.

 Rebecca Hooley

“I first began seeing Marianne (Advanced Body Mind Therapies) a few months ago. I had been suffering from upper back, shoulder and neck pain for years which was also affecting my sleep. After my initial session I felt a lot better within a few days, I am now virtually pain free, I have more flexibility in my neck and am able to get a full night’s sleep. I also used to experience bad period pain every now and again which I told Marianne about, she started treating me for the pain and I no longer have any painful periods - which is fantastic. 

I would not hesitate in recommending Marianne!”

Monique Facon

"I would like to acknowledge the help I received from Marianne Macdonald of Advanced Body Mind Therapies in preparing for the birth of my son (first child). I was able to achieve a natural labour and birth without interventions of any kind, and without any pain relieving medications. My labour was also shorter than the average for first time childbirths. Marianne’s coaching on relaxation and hypnotherapy techniques gave me the tools to keep focussed and very relaxed when coping with contractions. This enabled me to labour at home for the most part, and I was met by a pleasantly surprised midwife on arrival at the hospital, who on initial examination assessed me as being 8 centimetres dilated. This was coupled with a comment along the lines of “aren’t you a good manager then”.

My grateful thanks to Marianne, and I would recommend her sessions to other expectant mothers."

Fiona Blackmore

"My daughter, Jane Ireland, recommended I contact Marianne in late January ’09, following a bad fall a few months earlier. This resulted in a serious sciatic nerve and muscle problem, with severe pain down my right side. As well as severe discomfort, I was also unable to move quickly or freely, and was restricted in the range of every day activities that I could undertake. Marianne was very careful in her diagnosis and treatment preparation during my first visit in late January ’09. Her one hour massage treatments over the next six weeks were excellent, and my improvement week by week, was impressive. Although I have concluded the series of weekly treatments, I will certainly be returning again if there is a need for further maintenance.

"I received a flyer in my letterbox about a year ago from Marianne at Advanced Body Mind Therapies...at that stage I was crawling after my two year old most mornings, struggling to walk and fighting back the tears from the pain. A back specialist had dignosed me have having severe athristis in my L1 and S5 and I was on a waiting list to have my back fused.

Not keen to have major surgery I made an appointment and went to see if Marianne could help me.

After the inital treatment, I felt better, after the next appointment I felt much better, after the third treatment I felt amazing...during the past 15 years of various treatments from other back care workers I had never had a result that I was happy with - with Marianne I am extremely happy with the results - which last!! I now see Marianne once a month to maintain a strong, pain-free back (and get a fantastic massage).

If you are at the end of your teather with pain and back problems, call Marianne. I doubt you will regret it."

Jane Ireland

"Marianne's phobia cure worked wonders on my fear of sharks.  Finally I can enjoy scuba diving without having to look behind me all the time!  Thanks Marianne, you have helped with something that was really holding me back from enjoying one of my favourite activities to its full extent."

Rosie Gee

"After suffering many years of back pain, due to rather foolish attempts at snow boarding, the problem spread to other areas of my body. Upon struggling even to hold my head up I was recommended to Marianne’s clinic.

Having sought previous treatment at Chiropractors and Osteopaths, it came as a huge relief to discover her techniques really do work and there was a way to live without the pain, which also allowed me to hold my head high once again.

I have found Marianne to be extremely intuitive with both the body and mind, and therefore sought NLP coaching from her in conjunction with massage. In this, she has the most uncanny way of getting to the bottom of things, which allows you to move forward and past things which may be holding you back and/or keeping you in pain.

It’s always great to go back to Marianne for a “tune up” whether it’s for NLP Coaching, a soothing massage or to keep those niggling problems at bay. Marianne came very highly recommended to me and to all others considering treatment at Advanced Body Mind Therapies, I say go for it as Marianne is extremely competent, very professional and totally in tune with the goings on of the body and mind."

Dallas Ramsay

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"After starting a new job that involved constant computer use, I began suffering constant tension headaches, neckache, back and shoulder pain. I couldn't sleep properly or exercise, and even doing the dishes became a nightmare. Advanced Massage helped me reclaim my life to the point where I no longer fear everyday activities. Their expert massage techniques and professional advice are fully recommended."

Chris Schulz

"After suffering 12 years of chronic shoulder pain and having seen a wide variety of medical specialists, the depressing final solution was "Pain management". However after 2 months of treatment at Advanced Massage, I am now virtually pain free and have a full range of movement back. I am more relaxed all round as I am able to get a full night's sleep and have even started playing tennis again. I am still pinching myself to make sure that it is really true."

Joanna Lynch-Watson

"I sought treatment for OOS symptoms affecting my shoulder blade area and arms and hands. I found the shoulder problem disappeared and the treatment greatly relieved my OOS. Marianne was extremely professional and considerate in her approach. I would recommend her to anyone with aches and pains and I have done so already."

Marie

"Marianne, thanks heaps for the work you did this year leading up to the World Champs. It really helped"

Cliff Harvey, 2004 All-Round Weightlifting World Champion; World Strength Record Holder

"Thank you for treating my condition very well. Now I don't feel light headed anymore. I used to get light headed when I lay down and got up from my bed. This sensation has gone due to several massage sessions that you gave me. Now I sleep better and my digestion has improved. In addition to those things, I would like to stress that you are very professional - very attentive in terms of listening to your patient about how they feel and giving the best solution in terms of treatment. Thank you very much."

Kartini Rohana

“I came to see Marianne on the advice of a friend after suffering two months of aching pain in my lower back. After just one session, I woke the next day and rolled over for the first time in two months without pain. I am now getting other muscular complaints in my shoulders and neck sorted out. I cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism displayed by Marianne and the results speak for themselves.”

Elke Chilwell

"I have a massage every fortnight - it is a wonderful way to de-stress, lose all those aches and pains and it is a good way to alleviate my OOS. It also provides me with some time-out where I can relax and not have to do anything - I leave Naomi to do all the work for that hour! Surviving without my fortnightly massage is no longer an option."

Paula Pearce

"I have found my experience at Advanced Massage to be fantastic! Marianne is brilliant and has a natural talent for knowing exactly what I need each time. I have suffered with Fibromyalgia and Myofascial Pain Syndrome for 5 years and I am now really feeling the benefits of my weekly visits. Instead of feeling like there was no light at the end of the tunnel, I can now see a road to recovery. Thanks very much."

Jackie Thompson

"I was successfully treated for tingling and numbness in my hands and arms at the Advanced Massage clinic. I had thought that the tingling was probably due to a pinched nerve in my spine and was a little sceptical when Marianne suggested that it might be due to trigger points, not in my spine, which duplicated the very same tingling in my arms and hands when pressed, and that proved the connection. After four treatments the tingling was completely gone."

Ian Montanjees

"Before seeing Marianne at Advanced Massage, my neck and shoulder were sending a tingling sensation right through to my right hand. After one appointment the tenderness in my neck went. After three appointments 95% of the symptoms were gone."

Karen Steans

“Advanced Massage is excellent Therapy – I sleep more soundly, cycling and running are not so painful, and I generally have more energy. Marianne is excellent! She takes the time to find out which areas to target, and seems to magically find and remove every knot! Thanks for your help this year ."

Katie Byrne

“I went to Advanced Massage with severe neck pain and limited neck flexibility caused by a whiplash/head injury. Previously I had unsuccessfully tried other health treatments including acupuncture and cranial osteopathy. After several sessions of Neuromuscular Therapy at Advanced Massage, my flexibility improved and neck pain reduced dramatically. I found Marianne kind and a great healer with a sound knowledge of my injury.”

Nicola Ward

"Just wanted to thank you again for your great treatment last week. My neck was so much better the next day and is now 99.99% perfect. I’m certain your treatments speeded up the process and spared me several nights of broken sleep and days of discomfort. Thank you so much!"

Trish Burns

"Some years ago I began to use Marianne Macdonald's services. After a long period without massage, it was Marianne I returned to when I recently sought help for soreness. Her skills include listening and accurately diagnosing the source of the pain. I am also impressed by her intuitive feel in detecting where the origins of the pain lie and I appreciate the relief her treatments afford me. I recommend her strongly for both therapeutic and soothing massage."

Pamela Grant

"I am pleased with the treatment I have received from Marianne. The time Marianne has put into correcting my back problems has allowed me to heal and get back to my former comfort and happiness a lot sooner. Thanks for your patience and professional manner."

Sean Clark