Our Talented Team…

Introducing our amazing and very talented team of independent therapists and practitioners; who run their own businesses alongside me (Karen Scott) under the Natural Body Café umbrella.

Karen Scott - Natural Body Café Founder

Hi, my name is Karen and I am the founder of the Natural Body Café…As part of my journey, I trained as a Colonic Hydrotherapist in 2007, Massage Therapist in 2008, then as a Beauty consultant, Reiki Practitioner, and Weight Loss Consultant, to name a few over the years.

I was extremely lucky through my journey to meet some amazingly inspirational people who not only believed in me but have assisted me throughout. I am a great believer in that people come into your life for a reason, which could be for a split second, minutes, hours, weeks, months or a life time. For them I am truly grateful as they have made me the person I am today.

That photo was a big wake up call, between my weight and other health issues, I knew I didn't want to carry on like this, so decided to start researching and to do something about it!

My vision was to provide a beautiful and calming space for the clients as well as the therapists, offering a café for the body's needs, mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually and energetically through an amazing team of therapists.

Carmen Newton - Carmen Holistics

Hi, my name is Carmen and I am a holistic therapist. I got involved in the world of complementary therapies through my own health issues. After trying many different approaches and not finding any relief to the symptoms I was experiencing, I was introduced to Reflexology and Reiki and I was shown how to look differently at the cause of my symptoms and what I could do to improve my health and wellbeing.

After a few Reflexology treatments and within three months of being attuned to Level 1 Reiki, I was able to give up conventional treatments. My health and my lifestyle has improved so much that I went on to train as a reflexologist. I wanted to show other people the huge benefits of holistic therapies! The training was a journey of discovery and I learned many things about myself. I love spending time in nature and reading when I am not in the treatment room helping others.

Angela Keen - AK Wellness

Hi, my name is Angela and I have worked in the spa and wellness industry for over 25 years both in the UK and overseas.

The connection between mind and body and integrated personalised wellness has been a focus throughout my career.

After originally training as a beauty therapist, I have gone to study many other holistic therapies. I am qualified in deep muscle massage, oncology massage, pregnancy massage, ayurvedic massage, aromatherapy, reflexology, reiki and yoga therapy.

My aim is to make holistic therapies accessible to all and give all my clients a little boost to their wellbeing.

Josephine Pridmore - Health at Hand

My path as a therapist began when I lived in London in 1982. I joined a yoga centre there and later qualified as a yoga teacher in India in 1983. I have since travelled the world extensively for a number of years.

I found an interest in Shiatsu - a Japanese therapy massage using similar principles to Acupuncture, but without needles.

I started my training at the British School of Shiatsu for 3 years from 1986 - 1989, and in 1990 qualified as a teacher. In 1993 I moved back to Dorset to set up as a full time therapist.

In 2003 I completed my Hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming training.

I enjoy the outdoors, arts, theatre, music, and socialising. I believe it is important to take care of ourselves in the most natural way possible, and I enjoy sharing the knowledge of therapies I have experienced.

Eva Bartoňková - Massage and Holistic Therapist

Hi, my name is Eva, and I am looking forward to meeting you during your sports massage, deep tissue massage, Thai massage and Ayurvedic massage appointments.

Initially, I began my massage journey to help my mum, who ended up with epidural fibrosis and continued back pain after several unsuccessful spinal surgeries. During my studies, I realized how fascinating human biology is and the way the human body works. I started to feel an urge to learn and know more and help others, especially when I saw the positive effects of massage on my mum and first clients. Massage has since become my passion.

I believe that massage is a great way to relax your body and mind, relieve pain, prevent injuries, improve mobility, immunity, skin condition and performance. I am looking forward to sharing these amazing benefits of massage with you.

Lecinda van Niekerk - Infinite Living

Hi, I help women and men balance their hormones while no longer worrying about sifting through the ever changing research. I'm Lecinda, a Mum who is still trying to figure out what having a work/life balance is supposed to look like - It's hard to juggle everything, but I don't know any woman who doesn't wish she could.

I'm also a Functional Nutritionist (BSc) Hons, Metabolic Balance® Coach and NLP Practitioner who is passionate about connecting with my clients ensuring they feel included on their health journeys. You know your body better than anyone else and never discard how you're feeling because someone told you it's 'normal'.

Chronic fatigue and illness plagued my twenties and no one understood why I always felt so exhausted. Blood tests and Full Blood Count always came back as 'normal'. I've been there - I've slipped through the cracks of our healthcare system with nowhere to turn and only antidepressants on offer. At my heaviest I weighed 85kg (13stone) at age 24 and I felt very alone. This is where my burning desire and passion for Functional Nutrition comes from. It's at the core of what drives me to dig deeper into finding the root cause and uncovering the physiological imbalances that my clients are struggling with.

Jodie Lake - Massage by Jodie

My Name is Jodie Lake and have a real passion for movement, I studied dance at university resulted in Jodie experiencing many aches and pains. Having massages has helped her so much with recovery, leading to her finding a true passion in helping others with their well-being.

Tessa Penniston - Holistic, Beauty and Reiki Master Practitioner

Hi my name is Tessa. I'm a Beauty Therapist and Reiki Master. I have worked as a therapist for over 30 years and ran my own salon in London for many of them. I specialise in many things such as Indian Head, Swedish Massage and Reiki treatments as well as anti ageing facials using the Bio-Therapeutic Sculpt micro current and performing stimulating uplifting massage techniques, creating a firmer lifted appearance.

Chris Stockley

Hi, I'm Chris Stockley and I specialise in Sports, Functional and Recovery Massage Techniques. I believe the key to life is movement and understanding how the body works to ensure my clients get the best treatment possible and understands the full treatment journey and available options. I can help with relaxing massage, injury rehabilitation and performance improvement. I have been building my clientele since 2016 and look forward to working with you.

Teresa Stubbs

Hello I am Teresa, I qualified as a level 3 Beauty Therapist ITEC trained in 1996. I ended up owning my own clinic in 2002 where I further trained for 4yrs to become a Cranial Osteopath practicing Cranio Sacral Therapy and Somaemotional release, and incorporated that into my work in 2009. As there was a great need in South Africa for parenting guidance and family dynamic care I trained to become an Aware Parenting Instructor in South Africa under Aletha Solter PhD, providing talks to parents and the public on baby and childcare whilst holding baby days at my clinic practicing Cranio Sacral Therapy. My interest and care in this field of work has been spurred by my own experience of family dynamic growing up and the stress and dysfunction that can result. I love the process of unfoldment during the Cranio sessions and how a person does truly heal from the deepest core layers outward....'As above so below, As within so without'

As Dr Bessel Van Der Kolk says The Body Keeps The Score, and I have found it truly does.

Snejana Petikova-Page

I have 17 years of experience as a Massage therapist. Throughout my career I have had the privilege of working in various locations around the world. I have honed my skills over the years to provide clients with exceptional relaxation and healing experiences. My training and dedication to the art of massage allows me to tailor each session to meet individual needs, promoting physical and emotional well-being. I believe in the power of touch to promote relaxation, reduce stress and alleviate pain. Every session with me is a journey towards a healthier, happier you. Whether you are seeking relief from tension, recovery from an injury, or simply in need of relaxation, I am here to provide a personalised massage experience that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and revitalised.

Claudia Goddard - Yoga and Wellness with Caludia.

Hi my name is Claudia, I am a Holistic massage therapist and Reiki Master and I offer Swedish, Reiki and Ayurvedic yoga massage and Reiki healing.

My wellness journey started in 2009 after surviving peritonitis and receiving an all clear from my cancer diagnosis. I decided to change my lifestyle notably rekindling my passion for yoga which eventually led to me training as a yoga teacher this in turn fired my desire to learn more.

Around this time I started working at Natural body cafe as a cleaner (which I still do). Being able to experience a massage and feel wonderful afterwards, I wanted to be able to make other people feel the same, profoundly relaxed and at peace with their body and mind.

I am so lucky to be able to work at Natural body cafe alongside some talented and highly experienced therapists. I am continually learning about our amazing bodies.

Carol de Padua - Carol Gets it Right, Holistic and Environment Specialist.

Hello, my name is Carol.

My journey into the world of psychotherapy and holistic therapies began through my personal experiences with mental health challenges. Along the way, I explored a wide range of healing modalities—including Acupuncture, Aromatherapy, Chromotherapy, Reiki, Access Bars, Family Constellation, Theta Healing, Radionic Board, among others—and I continue to explore new approaches as part of my ongoing growth and healing.

I believe that each technique offers its own unique contribution to our overall well-being, and it is the combination of these practices that has shaped who I am today.

Currently, I work as a practitioner in Access Bars, Reiki, and Holistic Environment Specialist. I am also the creator of the 'Realign Your Life' program—a guided journey of self-discovery and alignment, designed to support transformation from the inside out and from the outside in.

Julia Kenyon - Human Sense Health & Wellness Coaching

A couple of years ago I left a long career in marketing and media. As the issue of health rose to the top of the agenda, I became inspired by exciting new science and fresh thinking about health and wellbeing, and the positive actions we can take for ourselves. I followed my own wellbeing journey and retrained as a health coach to support women to take control, reclaim their strength and find wellbeing at any age.

I am especially passionate about supporting older women to flourish. After a demanding corporate career, I know what it's like when everything and everyone depends on you. Now is the time to look after yourself. I want to help you thrive for a fabulous Third Chapter!