Wellbeing

Each of the modalities I offer can be described as stress-reduction and relaxation techniques that support the body’s natural ability to heal itself. My mission is to create a space for you to experience the incredible benefits of these practices:

Reiki
Supports emotional balance, relieves stress, promotes relaxation, and restores energetic alignment.

Meditation & Sound Healing
Calms the mind, reduces anxiety, eases tension, and promotes mental clarity through guided meditation and healing vibrations.

Combined Reiki, Meditation & Sound Healing
A deeply restorative session integrating Reiki, guided meditation, and sound healing to support relaxation, emotional balance, mental clarity, and energetic alignment.

Group Meditation & Reiki-Infused Sound Bath

Combining meditation and sound healing creates a powerful experience for mind-body wellness.

Meditation helps centre the mind, bringing you into the present moment, reducing stress, and increasing mindfulness. In a Reiki-infused sound bath, the soothing tones of instruments such as quartz crystal bowls are paired with the gentle energy work of Reiki, creating a deeply restorative and holistic experience. The vibrations calm the nervous system, realign energetic flow, and promote profound relaxation.

Together, these practices amplify each other, harmonising mind, body, and spirit, and leaving you with a deep sense of peace and well-being.

All you need to do is lie down, relax, and receive the healing.
 

I am a certified Reiki, Meditation, and Sound Healing Practitioner. My journey with energy healing began in my mid-20s, when I was struggling with severe anxiety and eczema that traditional medicine couldn’t resolve. Through Reiki and complementary therapies, my anxiety eased, my skin cleared, and I found the calm and clarity I had been searching for.

In my very first Reiki session, I also discovered I was a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)—something I once thought of as a weakness but now embrace as one of my greatest strengths. My sensitivity and empathy allow me to create a safe, nurturing space for clients to relax, release, and reconnect with themselves.

I am grateful every day for choosing this path of healing, and I am delighted to share these practices with others. I look forward to offering my services at Portobello Health Hub and supporting you in experiencing the peace and balance you deserve.

Hi, I’m Astrid from Holistic Aquila, an integrative and trauma-informed holistic therapist.

I help people achieve nervous system regulation and healing. I have a specialist interest in trauma and/or chronic illness recovery fuelled by my own journey of healing but I welcome anyone seeking support. After a decade of training in an eclectic range of offerings, I’m excited to offer my services at Portobello Health Hub to anyone seeking greater ease in their mind, body, and soul.

My main offering is somatic therapy which a body-centered approach to healing trauma that focuses on the connection between the mind and body. It operates on the principle that traumatic experiences can get “stuck” in the body as physical tension, constricted breathing, and other somatic symptoms. Unlike traditional talk therapy that primarily focuses on cognitive processing of events, somatic therapy aims to release this stored trauma by bringing awareness to and working with these physical sensations.

This modality employs a variety of techniques, including breathwork, energy work, sound healing, grounding practices, and embodiment exercises. These techniques work together to help individuals regulate their nervous systems, facilitating a return to a state of calm and balance. By addressing both physical and emotional aspects of trauma, somatic healing aims to promote overall well-being and resilience.

Somatic therapy can be booked to encompass all my offerings or you can book the rest individually including:

Shamanic healing

Reiki

Cupping 

Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage

Fully insured with holistic services insurance and a member of the federation of holistic therapists

Meditation & Group Healing

Join me for twice-monthly guided meditation and group Reiki healing sessions, designed to help you relax, let go, and connect with your inner stillness. The intimate group of 5 fosters a welcoming and supportive environment where you can unwind and explore your inner world.

Possible themes:

Relaxation and visualisation

Elemental healing

Nature connection

Shamanism and spirit animals

Seasonal changes

Empowerment and self-discovery

Breathwork is a practice that involves conscious and intentional control of the breath to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is a powerful tool that taps into the body's natural ability to heal and regulate itself.

There are various types of breathwork techniques, but they all share the common goal of using the breath to access and influence different states of consciousness. These techniques often involve specific patterns and rhythms of breathing, along with focused awareness and intention.

By consciously altering the way we breathe, we can influence our physiological and psychological states. Breathwork can help release physical tension, reduce stress and anxiety, increase energy levels, enhance mental clarity, and promote emotional balance. It can also facilitate deep relaxation, emotional processing, and spiritual exploration.

Overall, breathwork offers a powerful and accessible pathway to self-discovery, healing, and personal growth by harnessing the profound potential of our breath.

During a breathwork session, you lie down or sit upright in a comfortable position and engage in a guided breathing practice led by a trained practitioner. 

The practitioner creates a safe and supportive environment, allowing you to surrender to the breath and explore your inner landscape. 

The breathwork experience can vary for each individual, and it may involve physical sensations, emotional release, or a sense of expanded awareness.

Breathwork can be a transformative practice that helps individuals connect with their bodies, release emotional blockages, and access their innate wisdom.

 It is often used as a complementary therapy for various purposes, including stress reduction, personal growth, trauma healing, and spiritual exploration.

It's important to note that breathwork should be approached with guidance from a trained practitioner, especially 

if you have any pre-existing health conditions or concerns. They can provide personalised support and ensure your safety throughout the process.