— Linda Cullen —
Qualified Shiatsu Practitioner and Holistic Masseuse in Cork

Linda is a fully qualified Shiatsu, Lomi Lomi and Holistic Masseuse . She uses a variety of techniques in her holistic practice: blending techniques of shiatsu acupressure points, stretching techniques, deep tissue and gentle massage for tension release and deep relaxation. She incorporates Lomi Lomi continuous long flowing techniques to allow the body to completely relax and the nervous system to reset. She works intuitively and uses breathwork as part of her practice.

Linda believes massage is far more than a luxury — it is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Whether you are experiencing physical discomfort, stress, fatigue, or simply wish to reconnect with yourself and improve your overall wellbeing, her personalised treatments are designed to support both body and mind.

Her tranquil studio is nestled within a quiet garden in Cork City, surrounded by trees and flowers. This peaceful setting provides a calm retreat from daily life, allowing you to fully unwind and receive the full benefits of deep relaxation therapy. Through relaxation, mindful touch, and breath awareness, treatments can help restore balance, calm the nervous system, and recharge the body’s natural energy.

Allowing the body to relax and creating engagement with breath-work can bring a sense of calm and recharge all systems of the body

The Benefits of Holistic Massage Therapy

• Increasing energy by invigorating all the body systems
• A general sense of health and well-being
• Reduce stiffness and increase joint mobility
• Generally helps you to relax and unwind
• Relief from stress, anxiety and tension
• Improves skin and muscle tone
• Improved sleep
• Aids digestion

Physical Benefits

Muscle Tension Relief: The deep, broad pressure applied by the forearms is excellent for releasing chronic tension and knots, providing the same level of comfort as a deep tissue massage but in a gentler, more soothing way.

Improved Circulation and Lymphatic Flow: The long, continuous strokes stimulate blood flow throughout the body and help to move lymph fluid. The lymphatic system is crucial for removing waste and toxins from the body, meaning a Lomi Lomi session can act as a deep internal cleansing.

Increased Flexibility: The gentle joint rotations and stretching help to increase the range of motion in the limbs and back.

Stress Hormone Reduction: Like most Hawaiian massage therapy sessions, the deep sense of relaxation dramatically lowers levels of cortisol and other stress hormones, lowering blood pressure and promoting calm