About ALMA
ALMA is a holistic massage therapy service speciliasing in the diversity of women’s needs and supporting the cycles of life.
Nicola Carranza is the founder of ALMA. The name is of Latin origin which means “nourishing, kind soul” and aligns with the intention to offer nurturing self-care.
ALMA believes that an integrated evidence-based holistic approach works best, treating the whole person rather than individual symptoms to balance our mental, physical, emotional and soul wellness.
Qualified and insured in multiple massage disciplines, ALMA offers a variety of treatments to help clients using a unique combination of massage, breathwork and stretches to balance, release and heal.
ALMA is passionate about helping clients with lifestyle changes and self-care practices to empower your own journey through times of change.
We look forward to connecting with you.
Qualifications & Certificates
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Fully qualified in Anatomy, physiology, pathology and Body Massage practice for complementary therapy.
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Massage practitioner training course in Deep Tissue massage including trigger point, palpation and hands free techniques for the whole body.
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A gentle, flowing, rhythmic technique to stimulate lymph flow to cleanse, relax, relieve pain and boost immunity.
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A relaxing, holistic massage for pregnant women during all trimesters, in preparation for birth and postnatally. Incorporating swedish and shiatsu massage with breathwork, gentle movement and relaxation techniques to promote connection between mother and baby. Available from May 2023.
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Massage practitioner training course for on-site chair massage, acupressure and stretching, specifically designed for back, neck, shoulders, hands and scalp.
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250 hours of active listening and counselling skills using the BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy) ethical framework. Trainee counsellor working towards being fully qualified by June 2025.
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Introduction to Somatic Experiencing® approach from Dr Peter Levine to understand the physiology of traumatic stress and its effect on the Autonomic nervous system (ANS). I’m not a fully qualified coach but can signpost you for further information.
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An FHT (Federation of Holistic Therapists) introduction course on wellbeing, ACE and trauma informed practice. I’m not a fully qualified coach but can signpost you for further information.
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Transformational Breath® is a powerful tool, developed by Dr Judith Kravitz, which can be used to help you in moments of stress, anxiety and to maintain personal wellbeing. I’m not a fully qualified coach but can signpost you for further information.
