These are some of my published books. If you would like to add your own reviews or find out more about my books, then do please contact me.

 

Healing Touch for Children: Massage, Reflexology and Acupressure for Children aged 4-12 by Mary Atkinson

Gaia Books, 2009 ISBN 9781856753050

 

A beautifully illustrated book written for parents and grandparents wishing to share the benefits of nurturing touch with their children and grandchildren.  Research has shown that short, simple touch therapy sessions can help reduce stress, increase concentration and boost energy levels in school age children, and this book offers a thorough overview of safe and effective ways of making a loving and caring touch part of your child’s daily routine. Recommended as Book of the Week in Mail on Sunday You Magazine.

 

“This beautiful book acts as a reminder to us all that simple touch can have a profound benefits for both giver and receiver. I cannot recommend this book highly enough.”  Susan Hampshire, Actress and Patron of the British Holistic Medical Association

 

"This is a beautifully illustrated book, with easy to follow instructions. It is a pioneering book. I just wish I had it available when my children were growing up.

 I will be recommending it to my patients with young children, and for grandparents it will make a great gift." Dr Craig K Brown, General Practitioner, and trustee of the British Holistic Medical Association

 

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The Art of Indian Head Massage – Health and Beauty at your Fingertips by Mary Atkinson

Cartlon Books,  2000  ISBN 9781844420896

 

One of the first books written on Indian Head Massage – and still one of the most popular for therapists and the general public. Includes easy to read information on the colourful history and current practice of this ancient tradition. Step by step instructions with illustrations for routines to help yourself to better health, or to share with family and friends.

 

“A beautiful book on this holistic technique…you can learn all you need to know from setting the scene and choosing oils to techniques that work.” Book of the Month, Here’s Health Magazine

 

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A Practical Guide to Self-Massage by Mary Atkinson

Cico Books, 2005  ISBN 190499119X

 

Widely acclaimed as a valuable self-help guide. The book offers a complete programme of simple and natural exercises and techniques designed to relieve stress and everyday health problems, from eyestrain and insomnia to cold hands and aching back. Step-by-step sequences, checklists and tips to help prevent and relieve everyday ailments and stress.

 

“A really excellent self help guide, beautifully illustrated throughout with clear colour photographs for ease of following. Ideal for everyone from all walks of life and for all ages.” Yoga and Health Magazine

 

 “This book, offering a wealth of safe, simple routines and tips for a wide range of problems, is the answer for the massage practitioner looking for inspiration for self help suggestions to give her clients.” Positive Health

 

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Hand and Foot Massage – Massage Taken to the Extremes by Mary Atkinson

Carlton Books, 2001   ISBN 1842221132

Written for everyone interested in looking after their own hands and feet or learning to share a caring touch with others. A series of easy to follow and effective massage sequences to aid circulation, improve flexibility of joints, improve condition of skin and nails, and boost physical and emotional well being.

 

“The book’s glossy pages contain striking colour photographs, demonstrating the techniques described … useful as a self-help tool or to practice on family and friends.”  Reflexions Magazine

 

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