Meet Your Therapist

Julia Presly, MBA, Dip Aromatherapy, Dip IHM, Dip CT, Dip LSCheadshot1

Julia is originally from Indonesia, where massage has always been
a part of her daily life. There they also have their own traditional medicine, famously known as Jamu, using indigenous herbs and
spices to cure common illnesses. Hence she personally believes
that complementary therapies and natural remedies really do work.

By practising at Cleanse (also at St.Clair’s Cottage for concession rates), she’d like to offer a unique holistic experience to the clients. Not only will you receive a holistic therapy, using 100% natural products, but also experience it as has been practised in the East for centuries.

Julia is a full member of and insured by the
British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC).

UK-Based Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Colour Therapy (2001)
  • Diploma in Aromatherapy (2002)
  • Diploma in Life Coaching (2002)
  • Certificate for Thai Herbal (2006)
  • Certificate for Indian Head Massage (2006)
  • Certificate for Spa Treatments (2007)

Julia has been working in the Spa industry for more than 9 years (as Therapist, Trainer and Consultant), both in Indonesia and in the UK.

JULIA’S PHILOSOPHY

Lots of people think spa treatments are merely indulgence, without realising the true benefits of the holistic experience they offer. The relaxing environment, the soothing music, the power of human touch and the healing effects of the natural products used all contribute to the sense of rejuvenation you feel after a spa visit.

Julia believes that spa isn’t about expensive health farms; it’s about the natural way of better health, as she’s learned from her cultural background. She thinks the spa industry should be associated more with the word ‘health’ than ‘beauty’. Spa isn’t really about new cellulite buster machines or computerised facial equipment; it should be about the power of touch, and the healing properties of essential oils, herbs and other natural substances. Once the secret of the rich and famous, now spa treatments are more affordable and widely available in the city as well, which is the way it should be!