I first discovered shiatsu in 2004, drawn to its gentle yet powerful way of supporting the body and mind. I began my training at the Bristol College of Shiatsu with Nicola Pooley and Mercedes Nunez, and completed my final year at the Bristol School of Shiatsu under the guidance of Paul McNicholls and Keith Phillips.
Since then, I've continued to deepen my practice through further training with teachers such as Michael Rose, Thea Bailey, Suzanne Yates and Nick Pole. This diversity of influences has shaped a style that is unique and blends traditional principles with a sensitivity to each individual's needs.
I also completed a Post Graduate Year with Mercedes Nunez, earning the MRSS (Member of the Register of the Shiatsu Society) diploma, and I am now a Fellow of the Society.
My approach to shiatsu is deeply energy-based. I create a space where your body can settle into profound relaxation—allowing the busy, conscious mind to step aside and your natural healing processes to unfold. This way of working is gentle and supportive, and many people who have found other forms of bodywork challenging say they feel safe and at ease during sessions.
As an active member of the Shiatsu Society UK, I adhere fully to their codes of professional conduct and ethics.
Book your first session today and see how this gentle, hands-on therapy can support your well-being.
"I have received shiatsu from different practitioners over the last 20 years and find it a tremendously helpful therapy. Matthew has been treating me 3 years and I find his way of working unique and very special. He is very sensitive energetically, intuitively connecting with me and he has a very healing touch."
"Matt is gentle, quiet and understanding. He has been able to hold me in places of fear and despair with both calmness and compassion. His shiatsu is gentle, sensitive and intuitive. I can relax knowing I will be met at a deep level."
"Matthew is an extraordinarily sensitive practitioner. He asks questions that are perceptive and the treatment is very gentle and soothing pressure. I was relaxed afterwards and my chronic pain eased. He has a very special ability to pick up what is needed to improve one's overall wellbeing."
"Over the time I have been receiving Shiatsu from Matt I have changed and grown profoundly as a person. Matt creates a place of safety where I feel cherished and at ease with myself. This has allowed me to challenge long-held beliefs about myself, heal old wounds and move forwards in my life."
"I came to Matthew for Shiatsu when I had some specific emotional issues that I needed some help in dealing with. Matt got to the root of the issues quickly in our first session and I came away feeling supported and understood. I would highly recommend Matthew as a skilful and intuitive Shiatsu practitioner."
"Matt's approach is completely person-centred. He has a gentle, reassuring presence that allows you to really 'let go' and (with) great technique."