“Having suffered from many sports related injuries for most of my adult life, I had previously always relied on physiotherapy as a way of attempting to resolve the pain and discomfort from them. Physio would work short term, but the injury would reoccur not long after. A friend of mine who was already seeing Lorna suggested I try amatsu.
I will be forever grateful that she did, as after the first session I felt the most relaxed and mobile I have ever felt. Lorna is an incredibly gifted and intuitive practitioner, and has resolved the back and hip injury issues and made me feel balanced again. Having been used to traditional methods of healing, I was not expecting the more spiritual elements of the practice and the way in which Lorna can ‘read’ your body, knowing where physical or any emotional pain was being held, and working with energy to release this. It has been a truly profound experience and life changing on a number of levels.
I would not hesitate in recommending Lorna to anyone, in particular those that have struggled with traditional therapies and have not been getting the results they would hope for. It is a totally different way of working, so go with an open mind, no preconceptions and enjoy the experience. ”
“I had been suffering extreme middle back pain for several months. I had been in hospital for six days because the pain was so bad but they could not figure out what was wrong with me. I subsequently had every imaginable test – x-rays, three MRI’s, CT scans, bone scans, and saw every type of specialist available but no doctor could figure out what was causing the acute pain that I was in. I was told that I would need to “learn to live with the pain”.
However, I knew this was not an option. I couldn’t work, I couldn’t move, I couldn’t enjoy my daily life. I became quite depressed and was always anxious. I couldn’t sleep because of the pain and I was on all types of painkillers, none of which worked. I had tried physiotherapy but the physio ended up telling me not to come back because he couldn’t help me! I honestly felt that there was no end in sight and that this extreme pain was going to be for the rest of my life.
I had never even heard of Amatsu and was quite nervous to try it, but the care Lorna showed even before I had my appointment was so reassuring.
After one session I could already feel the difference! I went home and slept properly for the first time in months, and I was also pain free for the first time since I could remember. I couldn’t believe how quickly it had worked but I was just so relieved. I have been getting significantly better since that first session and now – two months later – I only have to go monthly and have not had that severe back pain since! My mood and my sleeping has also improved significantly. I recommend Amatsu to everyone I speak to with back pain (although I would unequivocally recommend it to anyone with any pain) & I cannot thank or speak highly enough of Lorna. She really has changed my life and given me back freedom to move and feel joy!”
“I have had a chronic ankle problem for about 40 years which worsened through the early months of last year. I turned to physiotherapy and acupuncture but neither seemed to give any lasting improvement. I met Lorna and she suggested that I look into Amatsu. I did and liked what I read and decided to give it a try. I started with weekly sessions at Lorna’s very comfortable Dulwich base. The first few weeks it seemed as if I was going backwards with more weakness and pain after most sessions, although this would only last for a day or so. Despite the weakness that presented I was also starting to be able to do more activity without getting pain during or afterwards. Within a couple of months I had moved to less frequent sessions and improvements continued to accrue. I am now seeing Lorna every couple of months and am able to be significantly more active including hiking, cycling and playing padel. I had hoped that Amatsu might give me some relief but the benefit that it has given me is far greater than I could have dreamt of. Lorna is a very compassionate and professional therapist and I would have no hesitation in recommending her Amatsu therapy.”
“I have suffered with severe back pain for many years. I have tried so many therapies with no successful outcome which led me to feeling very down and depressed. I couldn’t do daily activities with my family. After the first appointment, I left feeling confused as it was so gentle. I wondered how this could help. Since then, I have seen Lorna 6 times and I have little or no back pain and can do the activities I love. I also wake up with more energy and my mood has lifted. I would recommend Lorna to anyone in pain. The results for me have been fantastic. ”
“I was referred to Lorna from a highly skilled and respected therapist in the wellness field for a neck injury that had not healed properly over the 3 years since it was incurred. I was hunched over and experiencing neurological pain, and a general feeling of low self esteem and of being ‘heavy’ and ‘sunken’.
Over the years I have been to chiropractors, osteopaths, Chinese medicine practitioners, physiotherapists, but all have paled in comparison to the level of skill that Lorna has demonstrated to me - in the 2 sessions that I have been able to meet with her in person (along with a profound distance energy healing experience), she has completely been able to ‘fix’ the issues that I was having with my neck. In one session I was completely uplifted and left the session standing up straight, but not only straight, but truly integrated and strong. My emotions were completely uplifted and over the course of the next week I continued to experience continued feelings of levity and raised self esteem and love for myself that I had not experieced in a long time. “I’m must be doing something wrong” I would have previously thought. But after 2 sessions was extremely clear that some things are held energetically within us, and that approaching them at this level effects the entire system at a visceral and emotional level. Not only all of this, but my experience of Lorna is that she exudes a deep love as a healer that I have yet to have come across in another person, she is extremely gifted and compassionate in her approach. In the short time that I have spent with Lorna, I have healed first, physically, then mentally and emotionally. The deep wisdom that I have learned just from spending time with Lorna has provided me with guidance as to approaching my relationship with my body, and has empowered me deeply in moving forward towards a more self-sustaining health that is anchored in honest communication and reverence for intelligence of my own body.
As somebody said to me recently referring to manual body work “There are levels to this...” and 2 minutes into the first hour long consultation, this was abundantly clear to me as someone who is sensitive to my own body and to the messages that it is giving me having been physically active and involved in sports and martial arts and healing practices for most of my life. I am extremely grateful for the time that I have spent with Lorna and honestly can say that anyone that Lorna allows to take on as a client is going to be deeply rewarded by the experience of working with a true healer and highly skilled therapist.”
“I had tried a number of treatments for lower back pain and had got to a point where nothing was really working and my back was continually crooked when Amatsu was recommended to me. The sessions are incredibly relaxing, unlike other therapies I have triedI went weekly for 6 weeks to really get my back in shape and was feeling the benefit massively after 2 sessions. Lorna is superb at getting to the root of a problem. ”
“I came to Lorna with severe back pain in my upper back. It was especially severe in the mornings and was really making life difficult. I had tried an osteopath, physio and had seen my GP but nothing had worked - the pain seemed to be unexplained. I had around 5 sessions with Lorna and within those 5 sessions the pain had completely gone. The sessions I attended were also incredibly relaxing. Each session entailed lying on a couch and Lorna would investigate the source of the pain by applying gentle pressure to various parts of my body. Working with Lorna was a real pleasure and within those few sessions my back pain had gone. Needless to say, my mood was massively enhanced by my newly pain-free mornings. I am eternally grateful to Lorna and Amatsu therapy and would recommend it to anyone who is suffering from pain; particularly if it is unexplained. Thank you!”
“I started Amatsu after a recommendation from a friend who had seen fantastic results. Having broken my ankle badly 4 years before, I was finding myself limping and the ‘good’ leg was beginning to be quite painful in the hip and knee.
After the first session, I felt good, but found the effects wore off relatively quickly, possibly after about 24 hours. However, all of a sudden, after my 5th session, there was a step change. I was managing 2-3 weeks between sessions and never getting the intensity of pain in the hip and knee. I wasn’t limping anymore and felt altogether more balanced in my posture.
Another impact was that in chatting to Lorna as she worked on me, I reconnected with all the messages I’d had from physio and doctors over the years, and realised I had slipped into bad choices. And to me, this defines what the holistic approach really means- a broad perspective considering all of the things that might be done to improve the injury. Amatsu with Lorna gave me this wider view that I just wasn’t reaching on my own, and I am very grateful for all her work with me as these days I am as mobile as I have been in the whole 5 years since my injury. ”
“I’ve had back problems for almost 20 years. Discs in my lower back that herniate easily and muscle in this area that has a tendency to lock up. During this time I have followed the traditional treatment methods with physiotherapy, nerve root blocks and operations on the discs. None of this has allowed me to find long term stability and balance with my body.
In 2021 I was forced to undergo another operation followed by the typical sessions of physiotherapy. By early 2022 I was finding that my lower back was feeling blocked again and sitting was becoming a problem. I decided to check some alternative treatments and a friend recommended Amatsu and Lorna in particular.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from the treatment at first. I was just hoping for any relief from lower back pain. After having a block of weekly sessions I found that the treatment in combination with my physio routine helped me regain my back stability quickly. I was pleased to experience a significant reduction in pain to the point it was barely noticeable. I have found each session to be quite relaxing. It helps to loosen and reset my body allowing me to move more freely again. Lorna has also recommended some additional routines to add to my treatment plan. Things like breathing techniques and cold water treatments that I was surprised were so effective.
If you have regular problems/pain with your body and have found the traditional treatment methods unable to help, then I recommend exploring Amatsu with Lorna and looking at combining it into your treatment plan. ”
“I had been suffering from lower back pain for about 18 months before seeing Lorna. It could be extremely painful and I was unable to play football. I would be in discomfort most of the time which affected everything from walking to sitting at a desk.
I’d tried physio, osteopathy and acupuncture (none of which worked) before being recommended to Lorna by a friend.
Six months after my first treatment with Lorna I feel so much better. I’ve returned to football and move around with a lot more freedom. I still have occasional stiffness in my lower back but the difference is amazing. Although I went to see Lorna about my back, she’s also worked wonders on my right knee - quite often after walking a mile or two my knee would ache and feel weak but I hardly notice it these days.
I would have no hesitation recommending Lorna to friends and family.”
“I had been suffering from intense pain in my jaw. I had been to doctors and specialists and was facing the idea of taking pain management medication long term to alleviate the symptoms of the problem but there seemed little advice or help as to the treatment of the cause.
When I found Lorna, through a personal recommendation, she not only relieved the pain but there were benefits for my whole body. Lorna was incredibly kind and helpful, she was always extremely focused in our sessions. She listened and asked lots of questions to understand my situation which meant that in turn I could understand more about the causes of my pain, which was liberating. I am now pain free and more aware of the underlying causes of the problem.”
“Having studied and practised kinesiology and wellness coaching myself for 25yrs I feel I have a very good scope of the human body and what makes a great practitioner.
Like most people I have had my own personal challenges; for many years I have struggled with my jaw and neck alignment. I had spent many years working on self correction, but there is only so much work you are able to do on yourself, so I looked outside to practitioners who understood the body correctly.
I spent many years and a lot of money working with chiropractors, osteopaths, acupuncturists and even medical doctors in the early stages all to no avail.
Amatsu is the only system that I have as much confidence in as I do my own system of practice, and Lorna has a great application of its techniques.
Having had many people work on me I can honestly say that Lorna has the best touch/palpation skills I have felt. She is keenly intuitive to connect with what the body is telling her which truly makes her a great practitioner!
Working with her is a blessing as she has helped me through some difficult situations and helped to correct some structural misalignments that previously could not be corrected. I have actively referred many of my clients for specific work that I myself do not do. She is a blessing as a friend and practitioner!”
“Lorna gave me a thorough assessment which pointed to a slight imbalance in my pelvis and proceeded with the treatment accordingly. I was expecting relatively strong manipulations and was delighted to experience quite the opposite! Lorna was firm but gentle and I felt so relaxed that I thought I might drift off to sleep! Since then, I have been doing regular MOTs with Lorna and am very grateful for all the expertise, positivity and warmth she brings in her sessions Florence Lefebvre, Flo/Yoga ”
“As a yoga teacher, people often ask me what to do about the various types of pain they suffer from. Even though I could offer to give them a treatment myself, dealing with symptoms of pain in both the therapies I do, I often refer them to Lorna. Amatsu has a very unique way of identifying what the root of any pain is that is experienced in the body, not by just focusing on the one area, but the body as a whole. The holistic aspect of Amatsu and its aim to restore balance in the body, resonate with the bodywork I practice, and I trust its diagnostic approach understanding the connections in the body. As a bodyworker I need to look after my own wellbeing, but I can be a little fussy about who manipulates my body and how. Lorna is one of the very few therapists who understands how to ‘put me back together’, so naturally I have no qualms about sending any of my clients to her.”
“Lorna Clansey is one of the most diligent Amatsu practitioners that I have had the pleasure in teaching. She has immense knowledge, a huge passion for learning and her professionalism is second to none. She qualified at The Amatsu Training School Ltd in 2010, and has continued to expand her knowledge by studying with both our company and other training centres ever since. I take great pleasure in recommending her to clients, friends and family in the South London area, knowing that they will be in very safe hands.”
“I first went to see Lorna with a problem I had with my shoulder. I had an issue with it for about a year where the movement was quite restrictive and it had got progressively worse over time. I wasn’t able to do certain gym exercises or yoga postures which became quite frustrating as I really enjoy working out (and working in!).
I’m so glad I went to see Lorna as she managed to mend my shoulder in a really short space of time. I initially went to see her weekly and once the problem was solved which was after about 5 or 6 treatments I continued to see her as I liked the treatment so much. I have a session every 4 weeks now just to iron out a few niggles that accumulate over the course of the month though every day stress. I’ve recently got in to playing tennis about 4 times a week so my wrists, elbows, knees and ankles are under quite a lot of pressure. I also work a lot in front of a computer so my neck and shoulders can get quite stiff and tense.
But after every Amatsu treatment I feel aligned again. ”
“Having seen Lorna for Amatsu, I am pleased to say that I have noticed a real difference in my postural and back issues as well as my general health overall. Most notably is that my functional scoliosis has been corrected and a year of chronic hip pain has been relieved. The treatments are always focussed on treating the issues at hand by understanding the underlying causes for them. Lorna takes the time to really understand how you are feeling to make sure the treatment has a noticeable impact by the end of the session, as well as taking a long term view to providing an overall solution.”
“I had been suffering from severe headaches and pains in my neck on an almost daily basis for several months and had found no suitable remedy from doctors and a neurologist. Lorna was recommended to me and after seeing her for six sessions, to my great relief, I have not had a severe headache for the last three months.I now see Lorna monthly for maintenance sessions. Lorna is friendly, professional and, most importantly, effective and I find my sessions extremely relaxing.”
“I’ve had rather uneven, sore shoulders for many many years, with my right shoulder blade often sticking out rather awkwardly. After each session of Amatsu with Lorna it felt looser and looser and we could see it visibly start to move back to where it should be. Quite amazing! I always left the room feeling like a different person. All of my stress and tension from the day disappeared and I left calm and refreshed. Apart from the physical improvements Amatsu provides, I would also recommend it as a general feel-good tonic.’”
“For six months, I was suffering from pain in my right knee. I found it hard to sit in certain positions and would have serious discomfort when exercising. I had tried to ignore the pain but my right hip started to hurt in a similar way and I knew something would have to be done.
My friend recommended I try a few sessions of Amatsu. Lorna is a great ambassador for Amatsu; she is passionate about the therapy and she can explain the treatments and benefits in simple terms, making her confidence rub off on those she treats. Lorna made me feel comfortable immediately. She spoke to me at length, asking questions about my health and lifestyle. She explained how the treatments would be done and made it clear that I could ask her questions about what she was doing during the treatment. After an initial three sessions, I felt good improvement in both my hip and knee and also found an added benefit was a more effective digestive system. After six sessions, the movement in my knee and hip was dramatically better and I will now only need occasional top-up sessions. I highly recommend Amatsu and Lorna as a practitioner for anyone who feels muscular or joint pain and I know there are many other issues she can help treat.”
“My first experience of Amatsu in Lorna’s skilful and intuitive care was immensely powerful. I left the session with her feeling hugely relaxed and as if I was walking on air. Lorna explained everything very clearly and simply to me during the session, which I found very helpful as an Amatsu “newbie”. She is clearly hugely knowledgeable about Amatsu and loves what she does.”
“I found Lorna by chance on social media and contacted her. I have had Amatsu before and found it of great benefit, healing past trauma. I was keen to have a treatment again but my practitioner has retired.
It was during lockdown so it felt normal to use Zoom to meet Lorna, although I was wondering how on earth a hands-on treatment would work remotely. I remained open to the idea and was amazed at how even from the distance, me being in the North of England and Lorna in London, her healing energy reached me and made a huge shift in me. I am happy that I came across Lorna and to know that this work is possible even from a distance.”
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