Massage therapies and treatments

We offer a wide range of remedial massages and treatments as well as a number of holistic therapies, reiki, acupuncture, talking therapies and more.

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Taking care of you

Your time with one of our lovely Unity therapists, in one of our relaxing therapy rooms, will start with a welcoming consultation and end in blissful relaxation with delicious, complementary mint tea. During your consultation you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your needs and the bespoke treatments available, before settling down to enjoy the therapeutic experience.

Our oils

We always include our own bespoke blends of Unity’s house blend of essential oils in all our therapies and foot soaks, at no extra charge. This is not standard practice in many therapy centres. If you would like us to use different oils (whether as a preference or in response to pregnancy or a medical condition) please let the therapist know during your consultation.

(And if you’d like to know more about the skill of blending oils, drop by drop, have a read of this article.)

Booking and paying

You can make an appointment for your chosen therapy or treatment directly on this page. Once you’ve made your selection, you’ll be asked to pay – unless you have credit on your account.

If you want to buy a course of 5 treatments (saving 20%), make your purchase and then book your appointments.

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Or have a look at our spa memberships if you’d like regular discounted appointments.

Know what you want?

You can make a quick appointment booking below or browse the page to find out about our wide range of therapies and treatments.

Buying for someone else?

If you’re buying a gift and you’d like to let them choose their treatment or practitioner, why not buy a gift card?

Or speak to someone

If you prefer to speak to someone, please call 01273 778400 or pop in and see us. Our opening hours are here.

MASSAGE THERAPIES

THE UNITY OIL MASSAGE

Our most popular massage therapy, the Unity Oil Massage works remedially on every level of the individual: as well as its physical and mental health benefits, it nurtures both the emotional and the spiritual.

The Unity Oil massage is all about looking after you, as a whole person. Following a thorough consultation to ascertain your needs, your Unity practitioner will use our unique blends of Unity essential oils to work at whatever depth suits you best, using a range of technicques including effleurage (a long, gliding stroke) and petrissage (kneading of a muscle). The Unity Oil massage is a whole body massage, with focus on areas identified in your consultation, or the practitioner can concentrate only on specific areas if that’s your preference.

For the Unity Oil massage we offer appointments of 30 minutes, 1 hour, 75 minutes and 90 minutes.

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DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

Deep tissue massage releases chronic muscle tension and helps to treat muscle pain and stiffness.

An effective deep-relief remedy to tackle muscle injuries and muscular tension and to increase your flexibility.

For the deep tissue massage we offer appointments of 30 minutes, 1 hour, 75 minutes and 90 minutes.

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Enhance your experience and save money

Massage therapies have a much deeper and more profound effect when repeated over time. So why not buy a course of 5 sessions? You’ll only pay for 4 (you get one free.)

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UNITY HOLISTIC RITUAL MASSAGE

Holistic massage techniques combined with deep tissue Indonesian methods and Thai-like stretches and acupressure application. Emotion and memories are stored within our muscles and tissues; massage helps clear unwanted energies and traumas, allowing us to move forward with pure, fresh energy in this present moment.

Appropriate essential oils are applied with a scattering of rose petals and the use of Healing and Crystal placement. Sound therapy in the form of Tibetan bowls, quartz crystal bowls and cymbals combined with the burning of sage and the use of aura soma to fully cleanse and soothe the body’s energies. An awakening of the senses and respect for all levels of ones energy system.

For the Unity Holistic Ritual masssage, we offer appointments of 90 minutes and 2 hours.

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CLINICAL MASSAGE

Clinical massage combines and applies a range of cutting edge Eastern and Western techniques, including deep effleurage, soft tissue release, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, stretching and deep tissue work. It is similar to sports and remedial massage, but we always work gently and effectively rather than creating more pain and stress in the body.

It is specially useful for the relief of chronic pain due to injury, repetitive strain, or for any chronic conditions.

For our clinical massage we offer appointments of 1 hour, 75 minutes and 90 minutes.

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LaStone Therapeutic Massage

LaStone Therapy is a deeply therapeutic and rejuvenating massage treatment, where smooth, warm basalt stones are used to heat areas of tension, for example the lower back or shoulders. These stones are also used on the chakras, and they are held in the hands whilst massaging the body with holistic oil and acupressure techniques. The stones carry a healing energy, and can be used with colder marble stones to offer more of a detoxifying session.

This session also includes ritual practice, healing, cleansing, crystals and deep stretches. Deeply effective, stress releasing, tension dissolving and invigorating too… Bliss!

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Hot Stone Massage

Hot Stone is a deeply therapeutic massage treatment, where smooth, warm basalt stones of varying sizes are used to heat areas of tension, for example the lower back or shoulders. The direct heat from the stones melts tension from muscles promoting pain relief and creating comfort, relaxation, warmth and spiritual well-being.

The heat penetrates the muscles, stimulating circulation and the flow of oxygen and nutrients, thus helping the body to detoxify and heal.

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Indian Head Massage

A beautifully traditional practice entailing a relaxing acupressure massage on the head, face, neck and shoulders.

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Thai Massage

Comfortable pressure is applied along the Sen lines of the body to release trapped, stagnant energy and ease muscular tension. What follows feels to some like a passive yoga session; the receiver is supported through a range of thorough stretches to enhance flexibility and access an incredibly deep sense of relaxation. Suitable for all ranges of flexibility, the body is respected and worked according to its unique capacities.

Including Advanced Thai Medical Acupressure Therapy for specific ailments.

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Enhance your experience and save money

Massage therapies have a much deeper and more profound effect when repeated over time. So why not buy a course of 5 sessions? You’ll only pay for 4 (you get one free.)

Find out more

Reflexology

Reflexology is an ancient art of foot massage from China involving using pressure on different parts of the feet. Each part of the foot corresponds to a different part of the body. A very relaxing massage designed to restore the delicate balance of the body and its functions.

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Lomi Lomi

Lomi Lomi massage uses long, continuous and rhythmic strokes, concentrating on encouraging the flow of energy through the body. It is famous for transitioning seamlessly from one area of the body to the next, in wave like motions.

This gentle and relaxing massage will help to release anxiety, fear, and other negative emotions.

It also addresses physical pains and ailments such as muscle soreness and stiff joints, and even helps relieve pain. It can also be beneficial with symptoms of arthritis and fibromyalgia.

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Bamboo massage

Originating in Asia, this wonderful therapy is great if you like deep tissue work. It will leave you feeling relaxed and energised, and with a sense that your muscles have been stretched, warmed and elongated.

Bamboo massage uses solid bamboo sticks of different lengths and diameters to massage the body. The sticks are applied to give deep, long massage strokes to break down tension and to stretch tight muscles.

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Aromatherapy

A holistic healing treatment using natural plant extracts to promote health and well-being. Using aromatic essential oils to improve the health of the mind, body and spirit.

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SHIATSU

Shiatsu is a Japanese massage technique that uses gentle pressure, stretching and kneading to balance the body’s energy flow. The word comes from the Japanese ‘shi’ (fingers) and ‘atsu’ (pressure).

Shiatsu is based on the idea that disruptions to the body’s energy flow, or ki, can cause illness. The therapy is designed to help with:

  • Stress relief
  • Improved circulation
  • Muscle tension reduction
  • Headaches, insomnia and digestive issues
  • Anxiety, depression and pain

Sessions are typically performed on a mat on the floor. Clients typically wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Shiatsu is not advised for people with acute illness, fever, arrhythmia or uncontrolled diabetes. It should also be avoided on areas of inflammation, skin lesions, recent wounds and varicose veins.

For Shiatsu we offer appointments of 30 minutes, 1 hour and 75 minutes.

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MYOFASCIAL MASSAGE

A safe, hands-on, specialised massage technique involving sustained pressure on myofascial connective tissue.

Myofascial massage is used for the effective treatment and rehabilitation of soft tissue and fascial aches and pains.

For Myofascial we offer appointments of 1 hour and 75 minutes.

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Enhance your experience and save money

Massage therapies have a much deeper and more profound effect when repeated over time. So why not buy a course of 5 sessions? You’ll only pay for 4 (you get one free.)

Find out more

AYURVEDA

Ayurvedic bodywork and consultation

A lecturer, practitioner and author, Amarjeet S Bhamra is the most authoritative representative of Ayurveda in Europe and UK, and for the past 15 years has singlehandedly paved the way for Ayurveda and its sister Indian Traditional Sciences, securing their place and growth in the West. With over 40 years of practice, Amarjeet has acquired immense knowledge, experience and expertise in Ayurveda. The result of his vision and ambitions towards enhancing the recognition of Ayurveda in the West has been immeasurable.

He believes in a holistic approach that enshrines the body, mind and soul, aiming to treat the cause, not just the symptom, of the disease thus helping the body release its healing potential. Disillusionment with allopathic medicine has resulted in a resurgence of enthusiasm and demand for safer, more natural forms of therapy. He is trusted and respected by his peers, learners and those who come to him looking for holistic healthcare and methods that are non-invasive and safe alternatives to use through his approach of integrated healthcare.

Amarjeet is now visiting Lewes on a monthly basis, supporting existing clients and inviting new ones.

Each month, Amarjeet offers a choice of:

  • AYURVEDIC ESSENTIAL TREATMENT – 60 minutes
    Appointment includes Ayurvedic consultation, bodywork treatment and post-treatment advice.
  • AYURVEDIC DEVI TREATMENT – 90 minutes
    Appointment includes pulse diagnosis, Ayurvedic consultation, yoga, diet and nutrition, Ayurvedic bodywork treatment.

Read here about the 2024 EU Parliament Conference on Ayurvedic Indian Medicine

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Ayurvedic massage

An Ayurvedic treatment involves the use of warm herbal infused massage oils and consists of establishing an individual’s constitution and the nature of any imbalance. The right blend of herb-infused oil can then be applied to the body using special Ayurvedic massage techniques, to return the individual’s body to a state of healthy balance.

Ayurveda is the ancient vedic system of self-healing body, mind and soul, arising from the philosophy and practice of yoga.

Ayurvedic massage by Unity therapists is available on most days of the week.

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PREGNANCY, FERTILITY & GYNAE

Pregnancy Massage

Soothing and tension releasing techniques are used to support the pregnant woman in the second and third trimesters. Specific positions (e.g. side laying) assist in establishing comfort, particularly in the later stages of pregnancy.

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REMEDIAL MASSAGE AND HEALING FOR GYNAECOLOGICAL CONDITIONS

Sevanti fuses remedial massage, inspired by fertility bodywork, with deep energy work to treat conditions such as PCOS and fertility issues.

A soothing, nourishing and deeply healing session to cleanse and rejuvenate.

Your 75 minute, 90 minute or 2 hour appointment will include an in-depth consultation to discuss physiological, emotional and mental health needs.

Treatment prices

Treatment sessions with Sevanti

  • 75 minutes: £99
  • 90 minutes: £125
  • 2 hours: £145

Courses of treatment with Sevanti

  • 5 x 75 minutes: £396
  • 5 x 90 minutes: £500
  • 5 x 2 hours: £580
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REIKI

Traditional Reiki

Reiki means ‘Universal Life Energy’. It has the highest and purest frequency of energy to recenter and balance us. It feeds our energy systems so that our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual bodies work with efficiency and harmony. It originated in Tibet over 2500 years ago and was rediscovered by Dr Mikao Usui in the late 1800s.

As a healing channel, Reiki to flows through the Practitioner to the Receiver as pure, warm, nourishing energy. Reiki flows through clothing; there is a feeling of deep relaxation, lightness and a strong sense of support, protection and trust. All of the body’s systems will receive this wonderful energy and stronger will-power, clarity, sense of purpose and contentment will be made available. Reiki is not a belief-system, all that is required is an open mind and a will to accept the healing ability within.

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Reiki & Crystal Therapy

Precious gemstones are chosen for the receiver’s needs and are placed around the body and on the chakra points. Reiki & Crystal healing are combined, to invite peace/balance/inspiration, or whatever is needed at the time. Crystal & Tibetan singing bowls are also used, with the cleansing intention of sage and aura-soma to further deepen the healing journey.

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TALKING THERAPIES

Hypnotherapy and coaching

Victoria Cooper can help you learn to rewire and take back control of your own mind, through hypnotherapy, NLP and EFT .

She works in a holistic and intuitive way to help you reach your goals .

Victoria can help you

  • Restore balance between body and mind
  • Reconnect with your Self
  • Release unwanted habits or thoughts
  • Bring about a change in lifestyle
  • Get rid of addictions and unpleasant symptom

Hypnotherapy, NLP and EFT  can help you with

  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Asthma
  • Bereavement
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME
  • Depression
  • Digestive problems
  • Eczema
  • Fears and phobias
  • Insomnia
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Migraines
  • Pain management
  • Panic attacks
  • Public speaking
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Stage fright
  • Stress management
  • Smoking
  • Weight control

And more!

A block of three sessions is normally recommended.

International Hypnotherapy Association member .
Victoria Cooper
C.HYP.    D.HYP.   C.I.H.  H.assoc
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OTHER THERAPIES

SHAMANIC HEALING and energy reading

Victoria Cooper has been working with shamanic mentors and teachers for over 20 years, but has also recently completed a 3 year shamanic initiation training with Jes Hughes at Second Sight Healing.

Journeying with both drum and rattle to help connect with a deep awareness of the elementals, animals messengers and ancestors.

Victoria will help to clear the pathways to healing, by looking at negative patterns, and stuck energies that are limiting growth and movement.

Please note there is some preparation required before a shamanic healing and Victoria will need to speak with you prior to booking.

Treatment prices

Treatment sessions with Victoria

  • 2 hours: £145

Courses of treatment with Victoria

  • 5 x 2 hours: £580
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Acupuncture and tuina medical massage

Acupuncture is a tried and tested, sophisticated system of medicine. The Chinese and other eastern cultures have been using acupuncture to restore, promote and maintain good health for thousands of years. Nowadays, more and more people are finding that this long-established therapy can offer an effective treatment for a wide range of health conditions.

 

What can acupuncture do for me?

Acupuncture can be beneficial for a range of illnesses and symptoms, from clearly defined complaints, such as headaches, migraine, back ache, asthma, arthritis, IBS, cystitis and period pain, through to more general feelings of ill health, such as nausea, tiredness, insomnia or low mood.

Conditions commonly treated fall into the following categories of disorder: eye, ear, nose and throat; circulatory; gastrointestinal; gynaecological; genito-urinary; immune; musculo-skeletal; neurological; respiratory; emotional and psychological; addiction.

Acupuncture aims to address the root cause of a condition and not just the symptoms alone.  This approach can lead to a more permanent resolution of problems.

What does it feel like?

Acupuncture needles are much finer than needles used for injections and blood tests. When the needle is inserted, the sensation is often described as a tingling or dull ache, which lasts for only a second or two.

How many sessions will I need?

Frequency and length of treatment depends on your individual condition.  Most people start coming for acupuncture weekly and, as treatment progresses, the interval between treatments lengthens to fortnightly and then monthly or less frequent if ongoing treatment is required.

Some patients may only need a few treatments while others need treatment over several months or long term.  As a general rule, the longer you have had a complaint, the longer it will take to improve

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Enhance your experience and save money

Massage therapies have a much deeper and more profound effect when repeated over time. So why not buy a course of 5 sessions? You’ll only pay for 4 (you get one free.)

Find out more