Christine Elphick has spent over 20 years working as a therapist and has always welcomed adding new dimensions to her menu by learning new skills and techniques both in classical beauty therapy and holistic modalities. She believes that keeping up to speed with new trends is valuable not only for a salon’s client base, but also for therapists to develop and expand on a more personal level. Recently Christine achieved a qualification in Clinical Hypnotherapy!

For the last 18 years, Christine has enjoyed helping others to Add Another Dimension to their treatment list by offering training in a variety of interesting topics. She works as a freelance trainer for Susan Molyneux Skincare and independently offers workshops which lead to accredited qualifications.

Having listened to feedback, she believes that her training style is calm, cheerful and relaxed and based on the principal that learning should be fun. Emphasis is placed on students achieving a thorough grounding in their chosen topic and inspiring confidence to apply their new skills.

Christine holds a City and Guilds certificate as a trainer in Life Long Learning.

The training takes place either at Seascape, Lower Largo or at a nearby venue. If numbers are large enough, Christine is prepared to travel to another location. Please click on a link below to go straight to the section you require:

SourceSTAR - Chanelled Healing System
Hot Stone Massage
Indian Head Massage
Hopi Ear Candling
Thai Hot Compress Massage

SourceSTAR - Chanelled Healing System

Sekhem which is an ancient system of wisdom as taught in the temples of the early Egyptian times. SourceSTAR is channelled energy which is drawn from the great pool of Living Light. Because of its very high vibrational frequency and concentration, the feeling of unconditional love that it imparts has been compared to bringing “heaven to earth”.

SourceSTAR energy can be used in all sorts of ways to the benefit of all, but in a treatment session the channelled energy is passed on by a mixture of “hands on” the body and also “hands above” in the energy field or aura. Both methods are very powerful and have to be experienced to be appreciated – mere words are inadequate!

SourceSTAR can be used both for self-improvement and enlightenment or to help those around us. Or even to heal the planet and all living beings - past and presently here! Intrigued?

The system consists of 5 levels. Level one – can be used for oneself or others. Level 2 – more empowering and includes techniques for distant healing. Advanced Level – requires a more dedicated approach and a deeper exploration of all that is possible using SourceSTAR energy. Level 4 – known as SourceSTAR master level. Level 5 – enables one to teach this living intelligence energy system to other people.

Entry requirements: A desire for self-improvement and enlightenment. A compassionate viewpoint towards yourself and others.

Workshop length: Level 1 – two days. Level 2 – two days. Advanced Level – 3 days. Levels 4/5 will vary according to the student.

Cost: Prices range at each level, please ask. Training for first level is £150.

Hot Stone Massage

Although the concept is ancient, the method we use now in Spas and Beauty Salons has been adapted by many body therapists until we have a fabulous system of massage.

Hot Stone Massage is truly a mind, body and soul experience. On a physical level your client will experience all the benefits of a massage, but with the added benefits of the deep penetrating heat given out by the stones. The warmth and comfort is soothing for the mind and body, plus on a soul level the energy of the stones is both grounding and energising. Cold stones are also incorporated to balance the temperature and decongest puffy areas.

The training will enable you to carry out a full body Hot Stone Massage and the ability to break the method down so that you can carry out pedicures, facials, back treatments etc as stand alone treatments.

Topics covered include : historical ways stones have been used – honouring the elements (fire, water, earth, air) – grounding and protection – cleansing your stones and crystals – a little light on Chakras – the concept of embracing Mother Earth and honouring Father Sky – closing down and sealing in the energy

Entry requirements: A valid certificate in Massage

Workshop Length: One day

Cost: £140.00

Indian Head Massage

Massage has always played an important part in Indian life. Indeed it is mentioned in the ancient Ayurvedic texts – 4,000 years ago. Indian Head Massage as we know it has been practiced for at least 1,000 years - originally as a grooming technique.

The accent is not only placed on the physical aspect, but also the emotional and spiritual. The Ayurvedic system looks at the entire person including lifestyle and genetic influences. It also focuses on the belief that humans have subtle energy fields we know in the West as auras.

By working on the upper body we are benefiting the entire person on many levels as the health of the physical body depends on the state of balance within the auric field with its many layers.

The training will enable you to carry out a full Indian Head Massage, introduce you to sensing the subtle energies surrounding us all and techniques to rebalance those all important energy fields.

Topics covered include : Indian Head Massage and its effects on the auric field – physical, psychological and spiritual benefits – creating ambiance – looking at Chakras – specific Indian Head Massage techniques – connecting with the pranic healing energy stream

Entry requirements: A valid certificate in Massage

Workshop length: One day

Cost: £120

Hopi Ear Candling

Hop Ear Candling is an ancient and natural therapy that has been handed down by countless generations and is also known as Thermal Auricular Therapy. Many civilisations have used ear candles including the Ancient Greeks, however the technique has reached the modern world via the American Hopi Indians of North Arizona.

This holistic treatment would have been carried out in a ritualistic manner to support the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects. In the west the focus is mainly directed towards the health of the outer and inner ears and sinuses, but the effects are far more reaching.

The training will enable you to carry out the procedure of using Hopi Ear Candles and also to carry out a decongesting pressure point massage on the face, scalp and also the feet.

Topics covered include : History of Ear Candling – mental, emotional, spiritual benefits – Chakras and the subtle energy field – accupressure point massage on the face and scalp – pressure point massage on the feet

Entry requirements: A valid certificate in A & P

Workshop Length: One day

Cost: £120

Thai Hot Compress Massage

Hot compresses are bundles of specially chosen herbs that are wrapped up in muslin. They are then heated in a steamer which releases their healing properties and are applied to the body in a specific manner to increase energy flow, improve circulation, relax muscles and stimulate nerves. When applied to joints and muscles, hot compresses can soothe away pain and increase flexibility.

These little warm bundles are stroked over the body in a specific way, working along the meridian lines and can also be left to sit on specific acupressure points. Energy blocks can therefore be removed and the subtle energy is allowed to flow in a healthier manner, so benefiting the entire person.

The training will enable you to carry out a full body massage. The full procedure can be adapted to carry out treatments for specific smaller areas such as the back, neck and shoulders, legs or to carry out a facial.

Topics covered include: Overview of Thai Herbal medicine – The four elements Earth, Water, Air and Fire and their effects - location and stimulation of energy points and meridians - the properties of Thai herbs and how they are selected to carry out a full body massage using specific oils and herbal compresses

Entry requirements: A valid certificate in Massage

Workshop length: One day

Cost: £150