Jacqui Wood
Creator and Founder of Essential Menopausal Retreats
I have worked as a beauty therapist for over 20 years and have recently qualified in Zen Shiatsu Massage.
I combined this with my own experience of the Perimenopause and Menopause which was a journey of self-discovery and a totally natural process for women to experience.
Trying to seek real life informed advice and support was a minefield and I found a general lack of understanding in research- based knowledge of the menopause.
The lack of an integrated approach to women’s health often left me confused, disappointed and certainly not empowered.
After reading many books and applying my knowledge of Chinese medicine, I decided to develop an integrated approach to women’s menopausal health to address both the body and mind. I have embarked on a mission to support other women to understand their own bodies and to move forward with compassion knowledge and self-empowerment.
My aim for the retreat is to create a safe nourishing and empowering workshop environment, with a comprehensive psychological, biological and cultural workshop using yoga, Shiatsu treatments and plant based food.
