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TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials

• Aromatherapy and Therapeutic Massage
• Remedial and Sports Massage
• Psychotherapy and Counselling
• N.L.P.
• Shamanism and Shamanic Healing
• Healing and Energy Work

Aromatherapy and Therapeutic Massage

"Simply the best!"

Tony Lloyd - Martial arts teacher and personal trainer, UK

"They say familiarity breeds contempt but 15 years later I am still visiting Deirdre so they are wrong!"

Vincent Neate - Partner at KPMG LLP, UK

"A massage with Deirdre is a complete mind/body experience. After a stressful week dealing with clients and contractors or hunched over a drawing board I just sink into the special cushion on her massage table and relax. My mind gently uncurls as she works on all those tight, tense corners of my body so that after an hour and a half I float away home, completely refreshed."

Kristina Fitzsimmons - Garden Designer, UK

"I've known and worked with Deirdre for over 22 years. During that time I've continued to be impressed with her work ethic and professionalism. She has a strong dedication to her craft and makes great efforts to expand her knowledge and skill. Her creativity and open-mindedness, demonstrated by incorporating a variety of styles in her work, honors her client's specific needs and provides a holistic, individualized approach to their treatment. Her expertise is unquestionable, as is her warm, caring nature."

Jeri Krenek - R.N./L.M.T., USA

"I've been a client of Deirdre for over 15 years. I suffered from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for some time, over the course of which I have tried different alternative therapies; Deirdre, without question, is one of the very best. She has built up mastery of an impressive range of techniques. I have experienced deep tissue massage, cranio-sacral therapy & shamanic healing, all of which really helped me. I feel very lucky to have been able to work with her. I cannot recommend her highly enough."

A.L. - London, UK

"It makes me laugh - I go to Deirdre regularly. Occasionally a massage is in the diary but I catch myself thinking: "oh I'm not sure if I 'really' need a massage today".... but I always come out thinking "Oh my god I needed that!" That's the power of Deirdre's touch!"

Andrew Rott - Advertising Designer, UK

"Deirdre combines a brilliantly expert massage and knowledge of anatomy with a spiritual touch, rare to find in this world. Her massages are dreamlike journeys into your own potential. When I first found Deirdre, I felt it was a "eureka" moment...as I had been looking for a massage therapist with that "extra" spiritual dimension for a long time. She is wonderful!"

Emily Edmunds - Therapist, UK

"Having spent fifteen years in the financial services industry in a desk based role, I, unsurprisingly, suffered with chronic back pain. Deirdre, unlike many other people I had received treatment from, was able to substantially improve my back problem through regular deep tissue massage. In particular, during my second pregnancy, Deirdre created a tailor made program for me, ensuring I was able to remain extremely active throughout. Deirdre is a professional and extremely capable massage therapist and I have no hesitation in recommending her to prospective clients."

M.E. - Director of Investor Relations, ABNAmro, UK

"Deirdre's combination of massage and alternative therapy always result in a complete body-mind-soul rejuvenation; an exceptional experience."

William Mendenhall - Managing Partner at Banquo Credit Management, UK

Over many years, my sessions with Deirdre have been rewarding both on the physical and metaphysical levels. Whilst she eases my body with massage, our far-ranging chats put perspective into my day to day problems. Such a joy!

Leslie Prescott - Accounts and Administration, UK

"I've been lucky enough to exchange massage treatments with Deirdre for the past 4 years. Deeply relaxing, restorative and enjoyable."

Robert Annis - Massage Therapist, UK

"As a working mum, running my own company, I lead a pretty busy life and Deirdre's massage helps me relax and de-stress in a way nothing else can. She is absolutely the best masseuse I've ever known and I love my sessions with her."

Sarah Owens - Direct Recruitment, UK

"I first went to Deirdre with a muscular problem that no other practitioner was able to help me with. The range of Deirdre's skills allowed her to deal with the problem quickly and easily. I continued to go to her for massage mainly because her abilities are second to none and the experience of her massage is completely transporting."

John Glover - Photographer, UK

"My session with Deirdre was profoundly awakening - it was incredible to be touched with such intuitive awareness and understanding of my own body by hands that were not my own - I received exactly what I needed in the way that I needed it... it facilitated a profound shift in my growth process - which left me feeling more alive, grounded to my purpose in the world and joyfully connected - it was a fabulous, enchanting experience and I absolutely can't WAIT for the next one…………… "

Priyan Mahtani – Therapist, UK

"Deirdre gives the best therapeutic massage in the world - seriously, it's a phenomenal healing and goes soul deep. Plus she is one of the loveliest gentlewomen ever to have graced the planet. (I'm a big fan - can you tell?!)"

Ro Land – Tantric Teacher, UK

Remedial and Sports Massage

"I can give Deirdre my highest recommendations in response to witnessing Deirdre's work, both as a Massage professional and as an instructor. The amount of time and effort she has put into her professional pursuits proves her high motivation and sincerity in learning and teaching others. I have also had the incredible experience of one of Deirdre's massage sessions. It is with pride and pleasure that I have the opportunity to recommend Deirdre as an exceptionally talented and knowledgeable massage professional."

Patrice J Morency - Director of Innerweave Massage, MS in Sports Medicine, Athletic Trainer and Massage Therapist, USA

"Deirdre Gough is a very experienced therapist in both sports massage and deep tissue work. She has also conducted advanced workshops in PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) work for the London School of Sports Massage (Ltd) as a result of her in-depth training in the United States. I can recommend her highly."

Wrio Russell - Director of The London School of Sports Massage Ltd., UK

"I suffered a tendon separation resulting from a cycling accident. For weeks my range of motion and strength were severely limited. After only one session of P.N.F. and massage therapy with Deirdre, I experienced an almost total return of range of motion. After just a few visits my full strength has nearly returned. Deirdre does magic!"

Leslee Parr - M.S. Triathlete, Fitness Instructor, Rehab therapist, USA

"Following a week-end in which I competed in two consecutive races, my legs were taking abnormally long to recover, they felt flat and unresponsive. A session of sports massage with Deirdre returned the spring and strength I needed to continue my marathon training. "

John Davies - Runner, USA

"Mr D. is a patient I have followed closely for some years now. He suffers from a severe case of tardive dyskinesia and as a result of this have very significant muscle spasms regarding his neck, shoulders, and upper extremities. For the past many months he has been receiving regular massage therapy for muscle spasm with Deirdre Gough. This has provided him with a great deal of relief, much more so than was ever provided him by any recognized medical therapy. While therapy for tardive dyskinesia remains "officially" problematic, I certainly think that in Mr D's case these massage therapy sessions with Deirdre have been quite beneficial."

Michael F. Bonazzola M.D. - Internal Medicine, USA

"On my first visit to Deirdre I asked her to address a low grade chronic back ache but did not mention to her that it had recently been pointed out to me that I had a slightly uneven gait favouring my right foot. While working on me, Deirdre quickly found a tightness in my left piriformis, at the end of the session the unevenness in my gait and the lower back pain has completely disappeared.
Some weeks later I pulled a muscle between my shoulder and the top of my neck while gardening. Deirdre again worked her magic and the pain vanished. Again, I came out of there feeling as if I had had a full night's sleep so relaxed was I. Deirdre is not only a gifted body worker but makes you feel comfortable and cosseted. I would, and have, recommend her to anyone who wants a massage for whatever reason."

Catherine Ford - Bowen Technique Practitioner, London UK

Psychotherapy and Counselling

Deirdre Gough is a Body-Psychotherapist of great integrity. She brings years of experience of a wide range of trainings and disciplines, combining them with her own gifts of energy and subtle intuition. A powerful and effective bringer of change.

Roger Wellsted Eaton - Psychotherapist, UK

When it comes to working for healing and personal growth Deirdre combines extensive training and experience with care, sensitivity, courage and commitment.

Michael Gavin - RADIX Body Psychotherapy, London, UK

"For me, therapy was more subtle and far reaching than I had anticipated. I expected everything in my life to suddenly be different but instead I gradually changed the way I cope with things and I became braver. I feel more at home in my skin which I'd never felt before and have more confidence and peace of mind than I have ever known. Deirdre has a wide range of skills which meant the therapy was tailored to suit me - counselling, body work, massage and shamanic journeying were all on offer, but most of all she made me stay with the difficult material and work through it. That was what really worked for me"

Sarah Turpin - Children's Book Marketing Executive, UK

"Digging deeply into my own thoughts I now have an eagerness to know more about myself, how I live my life, how I relate to others and how I see the world about me. Therapy with Deirdre has given me a new perspective."

Val - Gardener, UK

Neuro-linguistic Programming - N.L.P.

"I had a lifelong fear of dogs. The unexpected sight of one, a bark, or being approached by one, would instantly put me in "fight or flight" mode (well, let's be honest - flight mode). This fear was very obvious when I met Deirdre's Doberman, Ziggy! After one single session of NLP both the physiological symptoms and the fear I had, have completely gone. I knew the change was real immediately after that session as two minutes after leaving Deirdre's house a dog barked in a nearby garden. No doubt about it, the old reaction had gone. That was about three months ago. I'm still healthily aware of dogs, Deirdre made sure of that during the session, but the fear and the physical reaction have definitely gone. Ziggy and I are now friends! Deirdre cured a lifelong fear in one session. It may sound incredible, but it's true. Try it."

David Leonard - IT consultant, UK

Shamanism and Shamanic Healing

"Deirdre Gough is a shamanic practitioner who has been associated with The Sacred Trust for many years and who - without hesitation - we recommend to anyone seeking a skilled, well trained, compassionate healer who works in the ancient, powerful ways of soul-doctoring. You are in good hands."

Simon Buxton - Founder/Director, The Sacred Trust, UK

"You, today, with your gentleness and giving, allowed me to be truthful. You helped me so much with your love, touch, words and acceptance of my feelings. I feel more empowered, Thank you, I needed that."

Annie Fill - Artist, UK

"Deirdre's honest and compassionate approach to, what was for me, a deeply troubling and emotional period in my life, left me in no doubt that if anything was to be solved through Shamanic Journeying, she was the one to do it. She managed to retrieve and join together essential elements of my fragmented spirit enabling me to move out of the darkness and into the light. Since then I have not looked back.
Thank you Deirdre for agreeing to this remote healing session, it was a wonderful gift."

Talsin Barder - Marketing Analyst, Luxembourg

"Monday's session was fantastic with amazing results. I feel calm, confident and I keep getting heart lifts with large waves of happiness. I don't feel the need to rush with everything anymore. I feel secure with everything in my life now and the most surprising thing is what I want to eat has changed. I now want to eat healthy food and not rubbish - I don't want to eat as much either. I truly feel that the shamanic healing you have done for me has enriched my life. Priceless!"

Wendy Sharpe - Spiritual teacher, UK

"I found Deirdre Gough about 3 years ago when I was going through a difficult time in my life. I felt that negative things where happening too frequently, so much so that I thought I was cursed. Meeting with Deirdre and having a shamanic ritual healing removed the negative energies and changed my life for the better. I felt stronger and ended a very destructive relationship which cleared the path for me, this in turn created improvements which supported and developed my self confidence. Deirdre is one of the most amazing people I have ever met, very special indeed and would recommend her highly as a spiritual healer."

Tess Craig - Sales Director at Lazerslim, UK

"What a wonderful session. It was certainly different from anything I experienced before. I felt relaxed and at ease and I was very much intrigued by the whole process. Today I feel "at peace" and content.... I really admire your work and appreciate your time and patience."

Samia Karamehmedovic - Film maker, UK

"Deirdre came very highly recommended to me as a Shamanic Healer at a time when I needed a lot of support with some deep personal issues. During my Shamanic sessions I found Deirdre created a totally safe space for the experience to happen, which was both moving and empowering. Being nurtured in this way allowed me to take the much needed steps forward with both clarity and confidence, totally supported by Deirdre, before, during and after the sessions"

Charlotte Nolan - Complimentary Therapist and Trainer, UK

"You embody your work with such grace and commitment Deirdre and I find it a joy and so effective. Your allies must love working with you"

Sarah Patterson - Singer Songwriter, UK

"My experience of Deirdre as a healer is that she walks her talk and I trust her."

Sue Holmes - Feng Shui Consultant, UK

Healing and Energy Work

"Deirdre is a wonderful therapist, student, teacher and friend. Her ability to use the insight, knowledge and intuitions gained through her own extraordinary life, have led her on a deep search for her own truth. Her sessions are second to none. Integrity is high on her list, both yours and hers. As an energy worker myself I have rarely come across a more perceptive healer with an innate ability to follow the flow of a session. If you want an honest straight forward approach I would thoroughly recommend Deirdre."

Mark Issott - Founder Director of Sacred Angel School of Healing, Massage Therapist, Shaman, Healer, UK

"During a recent massage session I was feeling particularly down and out of sorts. Deirdre used tachyon healing crystals on me which I had not experienced before. I was amazed at the instant results, which I could feel during the session. I felt uplifted, energised and in an improved state of mind... like a weight have been lifted from my shoulders. I now make a point of seeing Deridre not only when I have physical aches and pains but when I need emotional balance as well."

Julie - Business Analyst, UK

"Deirdre and I have been friends and colleagues for over 30 years. She attended many hours of training with me at Innersource and often assisted me as an instructor during the 70's. These seminars covered the topics of neurolymphatic massage, "Touch for Health" acupressure, meridian balancing, chakra clearing and pain control. I am very happy to recommend her as an independent professional using these methodologies. She is also an excellent masseuse and is highly respected in this community."

Donna Eden - Director of Training at Innersource, Ashland, Oregon, USA

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Testimonials for Deirdre Gough
Putney Masssage & Wellbeing Clinic
London SW15, UK