I started learning Zen Shiatsu in 2004 in London after I had a wonderful healing experience receiving a treatment. Now, 20 years later, I have learnt also Movement Shiatsu with Bill Palmer, one of the pioneers of Shiatsu in UK, I am actually teaching and I work regularly with people with all sort of disabilities, mental health and chronic conditions, helping them to have a better quality of life. I have also studied REIKI, Mindfulness, Sports Massage, Universal Tao with Mantak Chia, Tantra and Shamanism. I use the Movement Shiatsu approach and fusion Oriental Medicine with Western Medicine.
Yas has been practicing massage professionally for two years and in that time has built a popular treatment resume. She enjoys seeing the benefits lymphatic and pre-natal massage can bring clients and more recently is working with reflexology.
My name is Ruth, founder of Heartfelt Hands Therapies CIC. I’ve been a Shiatsu practitioner and bodyworker for over 20 years, with training in Shiatsu, Movement Shiatsu, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Reiki, Somatic practices, and Taoist body-mind traditions. These therapies transformed my own health and wellbeing, and now I’m passionate about helping others reconnect with their bodies in the same way.
With over 240 glowing 5-star reviews, my clients describe their sessions as deeply relieving, restorative, and empowering. My holistic approach is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and enriched with modern somatic practices. Every treatment is tailored to your unique needs—whether you want to ease chronic pain, release tension, feel more relaxed, or reconnect with your body-mind balance.
I also offer guidance as a Somatic Mummy Mentor, supporting women to rebuild a positive and nurturing relationship with their bodies. Every detail counts when it comes to your wellbeing.
💫 What makes Heartfelt Hands special:
At Heartfelt Hands Therapies, you’re not just booking a treatment—you’re giving your body the care it truly deserves, while also giving back to your community.