Who we are
Hello & welcome to The Elsewhere.
I’m Phoebe. My interest in massage began more than ten years ago, when I took an introductory course in full-body and Indian Head Massage. Even at that early stage I knew I wanted to build a practice one day, but I also knew I wasn’t in a rush. I wanted time to gain experience in other areas of life and work, to understand people well, and to develop the maturity and steadiness that I felt this kind of work deserved.
Over the years I’ve worked in roles centred around listening, support, and clear communication, experiences that now shape my approach as a qualified practitioner in Holistic Massage (ITEC) and Reiki (Level 1 & 2).
Inclusivity and safety are core values in my practice - I have trained in counselling, I’m a certified Mental Health First Aider, and a volunteer with Samaritans. This all informs the space I create - where people feel respected, welcome, and able to show up exactly as they are. I will be undertaking trauma informed polyvagal body-work training in May 2026, but this has been a long-standing area of interest for me, and I already work with a strong awareness of how diverse people’s needs and experiences can be.
Like many people, I’ve had my own challenges with wellbeing - massage and Reiki have played a real part in supporting me through them. I’m excited and grateful to share just how impactful it can be for your wellbeing.
Why The Elsewhere?
It’s not a physical place, but somewhere you can choose to land in when you allow yourself to slow down, and rest. That’s what I always aim to create - a place of comfort, safety and true relaxation, even if it’s just for an hour in your day.
I hope to see you soon!
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Qualifications & Experience
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Level 3 in Holistic Massage (ITEC)
First Degree & Second Degree (Practitioner) certificate in Usui Reiki (The Green Room Therapy)
Diploma in TMJ Massage, Facial Cupping & Wooden Tools (Gateway)
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Level 2 in Counselling Skills (CPCAB)
Level 3 in Counselling Studies (CPCAB)
Coaching Accreditation (Relational Dynamics 1st)
Certificate in Mental Health First Aid
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Federation of Holistic Therapies