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Trauma Informed Massage
For Domestic Violence
Victim Survivors

Ripple Massage specializes in bringing professional, trauma-informed massage to victim-survivors of domestic & family violence.

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All treatments are undertaken by our highly experienced practitioner, Ali Saoirse.

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As a professional massage therapist for the last 20 years, Ali holds a Diploma of Remedial Massage and qualifications in pregnancy, hot stone, shiatsu, reflexology, Kahuna, aromatherapy, and other styles of wellness care. 

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She also holds a Graduate Diploma in Psychology.

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Since November 2020, Ali has been undertaking trauma-informed massages in a domestic violence refuge located in Southeast Queensland.

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Domestic violence shelters can now access free trauma-informed massages by Ali for their clients. For all referral inquiries please email rippleali@gmail.com

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Please note - due to safety considerations, we only offer this service through selected DV shelters in Qld.

Trauma Informed massage therapist Ali Saoirse smilng with massage table in background
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Ali has a strong ethical practice and understands the impact that domestic and family violence has on the women she is supporting.

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The women are finding the massage therapy improves their health and well-being. 

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Karen

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Domestic And Family Violence Service Manager

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Benefits Of
Trauma Informed Massage

Undertaking massage in this sector

requires a niche combination of skills.

 

  • A wide range of massage skills to tailor the treatments to each client. For example, not every client feels comfortable with an oiled massage, so our qualified massage therapist is able to offer shiatsu massage where the client remains fully clothed.

  • Broad experience and knowledge of massage. Our massage therapist Ali has 20 years’ experience with a wide range of clients

  • Psychological/counselling knowledge integrated with the massage treatment. It’s critical with this massage to have a therapist that also understands trauma psychology and skills, along with an understanding around the complexities and impacts of domestic and family violence.

  • Safety/do no harm – At Ripple we hold a strong code of professional ethics as a qualified health care professional, with a focus on client safety, professional conduct, and a base ethic of do no harm.

  • One hour pamper package – Ripple offers a one hour pamper package, including a peppermint scented foot soak, massage, reflexology and hot steamed towels and nourishing face mask. The treatment it completely tailored to the client, adding, or removing elements as required.

  • Consent consultation – The treatment involves detailed consent consultation with client, with the emphasis all consent, power and control resting with the client.

  • Client details – By working in partnership with specialist domestic and family violence services, Ripple Massage provides an add-value service. As a measure of preserving client confidentiality, no client records are retained by Ripple Massage.

  • More information on how powerful massage is for the body. It affects every system, so with a knowledgable trauma informed therapist, the whole clients health and well being, including psychological, can be enhanced. More here

Ripple Massage Day Spa And Beauty

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The Mobile Massage And Day Spa That Comes To You

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Call today on 0438 567 906


Email: info@ripplemassage.com.au

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Current minimum booking times apply.

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​Tamborine Mountain Massage – One-hour booking.

Gold Coast massage, minimum 1.5 hours (this can be a 1.5-hour package or one hour for one person and half an hour for another).

Rest of the Scenic Rim massage, a minimum of 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on the area

Brisbane massage, minimum 2-3 hours (depending on region) + $50 travel fee for some northern areas (please ask).

Northern NSW and Byron Bay massage - Minimum 2-3 hours depending on region (Byron Bay is 3 hours) 

+ $50 travel fee for Byron Bay and surrounds

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Other regions by request only. Please send us an inquiry.

Our regions have changed since the pandemic, and currently, we only come to these regions. 

 

If you are looking for the best massage near me or nearby, Ripple is the answer.

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Our services have also changed since March 2020. We no longer offer manicures, pedicures, or full one-hour facials. However, we do offer hot towels and a single-packaged face mask within our day spa packages. 

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Please ensure that if you purchase a gift voucher, you read carefully the terms and conditions of the voucher, which will be displayed on your screen before purchase.

When purchasing the voucher, you agree to the terms and conditions.

 

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Please note: Ripple’s cancellation policy can be viewed here Cancellation fees will apply.

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Full payment is taken on booking from the credit card. All pricing is subject to change without notice

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All refunds are in the form of gift vouchers, please see our Terms and Conditions for details

 

Head Office

48 Justin Ave

Tamborine Mountain Qld 4272

Phone : 0438 567 906
 

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