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# www.calminginfluences.com

## Sitemaps
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## Posts
- [Can a Reflexology really diagnose your hidden health problems?](https://www.calminginfluences.com/can-reflexology-diagnose/): Reflexology is often surrounded by curiosity and sometimes even a little mystery. Have you ever wondered whether a reflexologist can really tell what’s wrong with you simply by feeling your feet?
- [Are We Misleading Ourselves About the History of Reflexology?](https://www.calminginfluences.com/history-of-reflexology-ancient-egypt/): Many reflexologists are taught that the origins of reflexology can be traced back thousands of years, with one of the most frequently cited examples being the image found in the Tomb of Ankhmahor in Saqqara, Egypt. But what does this image actually tell us, and does it provide evidence of reflexology?
- [How Do You Find Reflexology Reflexes? It’s About More Than the Foot Map](https://www.calminginfluences.com/how-to-find-reflexology-reflexes/): If you've ever looked at different reflexology foot maps and wondered why they don't all match, you're not alone. One of the biggest questions I hear from students and qualified reflexologists is:
- [Reflexology Thumb-walking: Is your Technique Risking your Thumbs?](https://www.calminginfluences.com/reflexology-thumb-walking/): A common concern among both reflexology students and qualified practitioners is whether thumb walking technique may be contributing to thumb discomfort, fatigue, or longer-term strain. This often sits alongside uncertainty about whether technique is being performed efficiently or in a way that is sustainable for regular clinical work.
- [Can Reflexology Help Migraines? Research](https://www.calminginfluences.com/can-reflexology-help-migraines-research/): In this case, the review explored whether plantar reflexology may influence headache and migraine symptoms.
- [5 Things I Wish Every Reflexology Client Knew Before Booking a Treatment](https://www.calminginfluences.com/5-things-i-every-reflexology-client-know/): If you’re considering reflexology for the first time, you may be unsure what to expect or how to prepare. Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive therapy designed to support relaxation and overall wellbeing, but understanding the basics beforehand can help you feel more comfortable and get the most from your session.
- [What is Reflexology](https://www.calminginfluences.com/what-is-reflexology/): If you’ve heard the term reflexology but aren’t quite sure what it means, you’re not alone. It’s a popular holistic therapy, but many people still wonder what it actually involves and how it works.

## Pages
- [Policies and Terms and Conditions](https://www.calminginfluences.com/policies-and-terms-and-conditions/): The list below provides details of the policies and Terms and Conditions used by Calming Influences Ltd. 
- [FAQ2](https://www.calminginfluences.com/faq2/): *Initial one-to-one consultation, Health & Fitness Assasments Bespoke training program planing, Custom Nutrition plan & recipes. Weekly Progress Reviews
- [The Reflexology Mentor](https://www.calminginfluences.com/blog/): The Reflexology Mentor is a free educational resource for anyone who wants to learn more about reflexology. Hosted on YouTube at @TheReflexologyMentor, the channel provides practical, evidence-informed videos designed to help reflexologists, reflexology students, and anyone with an interest in reflexology develop their knowledge, confidence, and professional skills.
- [Adapting Treatments](https://www.calminginfluences.com/adapting-reflexology-treatments/): Reflexology is not a fixed sequence that is delivered in exactly the same way to every client. It is a holistic, client-centred therapy that should be shaped around the person in front of you. Even when two clients present with similar symptoms, their overall presentation, health background, sensitivity, and responses to treatment can be very different, so the treatment should reflect that individuality.
- [Essential Oils Live Zoom](https://www.calminginfluences.com/essential-oils-introduction-2/): This one day live Zoom course is perfect for those starting their journey with essential oils. You will understand the therapeutic benefits and contra-indications of 14 essential oils, learning how to safely and effectively incorporate them into everyday use.
- [End of Life](https://www.calminginfluences.com/end-of-life/): As a qualified reflexologist, few opportunities are as meaningful as supporting clients who are receiving palliative care or approaching the end of life. This specialised practice allows you to enhance their comfort, ease pain, reduce stress, and nurture emotional and spiritual well-being. Beyond the techniques themselves, reflexology provides a safe, calming space where clients may feel able to share thoughts and feelings they might otherwise protect their loved ones from. 
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.calminginfluences.com/privacy-policy-2/): Your data will not be transferred outside the EU without your consent.Protecting Your Personal DataI am committed to ensuring that your personal data is secure. In order to prevent unauthorisedaccess or disclosure, I have put in place appropriate technical, physical and managerial procedures tosafeguard and secure the information we collect from you.I will contact you using the contact preferences you give me in relation to: Appointment times• Reflexology information or information related to your health.• Special offers and promotions (you may unsubscribe from this at any time)
- [FAQ](https://www.calminginfluences.com/faq/): Q. Are emails included in the website price?
- [Cookie Policy (UK)](https://www.calminginfluences.com/cookie-policy-uk/): This Cookie Policy was last updated on May 18, 2026 and applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the United Kingdom.
- [Fertility](https://www.calminginfluences.com/fertility/): Reflexology can play a vital role in enhancing Reproductive Wellbeing, supporting clients on their journey to conception.
- [Paypal](https://www.calminginfluences.com/paypal/): Calminginfluences Ltd
- [Web services](https://www.calminginfluences.com/web-services/): As well as offering therapist training we also offer website design and hosting. A website is an important part of your marketing and it will help you build your client base. To help you get up and running quickly, we offer a 5-6 page website which includes Domain registration, Hosting,  email, a Booking system, WhatsApp chat and all the standard features you would expect to find such as inbuilt security, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) etc.
- [Services](https://www.calminginfluences.com/services/): At Calming Influences we offer more than training courses, but also offer a range of services.
- [Treatments](https://www.calminginfluences.com/treatments/): Jackie offers personalized foot reflexology and facial reflexology treatments, incorporating essential oils tailored to each client’s needs, from her relaxing treatment room in Bursledon. Experience these relaxing and restorative therapies designed to promote balance and well-being.
- [Essential Oils](https://www.calminginfluences.com/essential-oils/): Unlock the power of essential oils with our comprehensive courses designed for everyone, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. Whether you're new to aromatherapy or looking to refresh your knowledge, we have the perfect course for you.
- [Reflexology](https://www.calminginfluences.com/reflexology/): We offer a range of specialist reflexology CPD courses designed to help you deepen your knowledge, strengthen your confidence, and develop your practice. Explore the options below to find the next step in your professional development:
- [Healthy Eating](https://www.calminginfluences.com/healthy-eating/): This course equips therapists to guide clients toward healthier, sustainable lifestyle choices while deepening their own understanding of nutrition. Rooted in NHS healthy eating guidelines, it goes beyond the basics to explore key nutritional principles and the evidence that supports them.
- [Essential Oils Introduction](https://www.calminginfluences.com/essential-oils-introduction/): This blended course is perfect for those starting their journey with essential oils. You’ll dive into the therapeutic benefits of 14 essential oils and 3 carrier oils, learning how to safely and effectively incorporate them into everyday use. The course combines engaging online content with personal support through two face-to-face or Zoom tutorials, and unlimited email support  ensuring you gain a solid foundation in essential oil practice.
- [Essential Oils Practitioner](https://www.calminginfluences.com/essential-oils-practitioner/): This practitioner course is an in-depth exploration of essential oil applications and is suitable for reflexologists who wish to include essential oils within their reflexology practice (Insurance available from Alan Boswell; the AoR's insurers and PR's insurers).  You’ll cover 42 essential oils and 12 carrier oils, learning advanced blending techniques and therapeutic uses. With a balance of online modules and face-to-face or Zoom sessions, you’ll gain the confidence to practice essential oil therapy professionally within your reflexology and other therapy practice. Once qualified you will be able to incorporate additional oils (subject to your own research and due diligence) into your practice.
- [Essential Oils Refresher](https://www.calminginfluences.com/essential-oils-refresher/): Already a qualified practitioner but need to update your skills? Our essential oils refresher course is designed to bring you up to speed with the latest research and practices in essential oil therapy. With online resources and live tutorials, you’ll refresh your knowledge and refine your technique, keeping your practice current.
- [Reflexology Refresher](https://www.calminginfluences.com/reflexology-refresher/): Already a qualified practitioner but need to update your skills? Our reflexology refresher course is designed to bring you up to speed with the latest research and practices in essential oil therapy. With online resources and live tutorials, you’ll refresh your knowledge and refine your technique, keeping your practice current.
- [login](https://www.calminginfluences.com/login/): Calminginfluences Ltd
- [Saveyourthumbs](https://www.calminginfluences.com/saveyourthumbs/): Are you finding that clients often request deeper pressure than you're comfortable delivering? Or perhaps you're experiencing sore thumbs and fingers at the end of a long day? If so, this course is designed with you in mind.
- [Facial](https://www.calminginfluences.com/facial/): This Calming Influences Facial Reflexology course is an ideal addition to your reflexology practice, offering a treatment that combines the therapeutic benefits of reflexology—including stress reduction, relaxation, and holistic balance—with techniques that stimulate circulation and promote skin health. Facial reflexology is particularly appealing to clients who prefer not to have their feet treated, as well as those who enjoy facial therapies but want a more natural, product-free approach. By adding this skill, you can broaden your client base, offer innovative treatments, and provide a deeply relaxing and restorative experience that supports both wellbeing and skin vitality.
- [Menopausal client](https://www.calminginfluences.com/menopausal-client/): This course costs £164. You can access your course directly via our online platform by clicking here. You can then select the reflexology supporting the menopause course and pay by PayPal. 
- [About Us](https://www.calminginfluences.com/about-us/): Calming Influences was established in Southampton in 2005 as a traditional holistic training school, offering both group learning and one-to-one tuition. Our very first course was the Reflexology Diploma, and we still remember celebrating our first group of graduates achieving their AoR accreditation.
- [Contact](https://www.calminginfluences.com/contact/): If you would like to contact calming influences for information about any of our reflexology or essential oil training courses, or would like to book a reflexology treatment with Dr Jackie James, DHealth Science, please get in touch using the details below.
- [Hosting Hub](https://www.calminginfluences.com/hosting-hub/): The hosting hub offers you a powerful and flexible tool to allow you to make your courses available to people not only local to you, but to anybody with access to the internet. Your course can be split into bite-sized modules, which each contain text, videos, audio files and other learning aids such as workbooks, worksheets and quizzes. Your course can be on any subject related to health, well-being, or complementary or alternative therapies.
- [Courses](https://www.calminginfluences.com/courses/): We offer a variety of blended courses designed for qualified therapists, with some, like our "Essential Oils Introduction", also being perfect for personal use at home.
- [Research](https://www.calminginfluences.com/research/): In addition to our educational programs we offer consultancy services in complementary therapy research. Our principal, Dr Jackie James DHealthSci has completed a Professional Doctorate programme at the University of Portsmouth, looking at the quality of reflexology intervention reporting. She has published two studies, as well as a letter to the editor and has had her reflexology guidance for study authors published on the EQUATOR network. Do get in touch if you would like to have a chat with Jackie; Jackie@calminginfluences.com
- [Home](https://www.calminginfluences.com/): We are a specialist reflexology education provider helping you develop the confidence, knowledge, and clinical understanding to grow your practice and attract more of the clients you want to work with.