In the bustling world of holistic wellness and rejuvenation, there are pioneers who have carved a niche for themselves through their innovative and transformative approaches. Among them stands Helen Robinson, a visionary trailblazer and the founder of Gentle Release Therapy and EnerQi Facial Rejuvenation. Her groundbreaking techniques have garnered acclaim from practitioners and clients alike, earning her a reputation as one of the leading forces in the field. In this Mystic Mag‘s exclusive interview, we delve into the life and journey of Helen Robinson, as she unravels the secrets behind her revolutionary therapies, and shares her insights on how these therapies have the power to transform not only the physical body but also the spirit within. From the genesis of her ideas to the tangible impact they have on countless lives, join us in discovering the magic that lies behind Helen Robinson’s creations, redefining self-care and wellness as we know it.
What inspired you to create Gentle Release Therapy and EnerQi Facial Rejuvenation? Can you share the story behind their development?
When my parents passed away in close succession over 10 years ago, I had the opportunity to move away from my career as a Traffic Signal Engineer to become a complementary therapist, something I had always been fascinated by. I trained in Reflexology and KORE Therapy to begin with, but as I started to incorporate more energy work in my treatments, I noticed that not only did the tight muscles release quicker, but my body started to react to the energy releasing in a variety of ways. This grew over time as did my intuition. It got to the point where the treatments I was offering no longer resembled what I had originally trained in, and when asked if the treatment I was giving had a book to explain it, I said no, in fact it doesn’t even have a name. At that point I decided that it needed a name and if it had a name it needed an accredited course. I then got to work writing the course and getting the course accredited. Gentle Release Therapy was born!
Can you explain the underlying principles and techniques used in Gentle Release Therapy? How does it differ from other forms of bodywork or energy healing?
Gentle Release Therapy has a strong foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), although TCM is very complex and difficult to understand, we try to keep that as simple as possible, students and practitioners are encouraged to develop and use their intuition. We give lots of advice about how to know if the area you are working with is clear and it’s time to move on. The abdominal organs and valves are all a vital starting point in allowing the whole system to start to release, on physical, emotional and spiritual levels. Another vital area to release is the cranial system, as tension in this area can not only cause problems locally such as headache, tension in the jaw and teeth grinding, by releasing the cranial system it helps the neck which in turn can allow the pelvis to release more easily too. The beauty of Gentle Release is in the stillness, it allows the body to let go and release things it’s been holding onto sometimes for a lifetime, this deep intuitive release is not often found in bodywork, and the specific nature of our work, down to each, organ, valve and cranial bone is often not found in energy healing.
What type of services do you offer?
Anyone interested in exploring Gentle Release Therapy has a few options. We have a few free guided gentle releases on our YouTube channel, one for sleep, and two for children. We also have an Introduction to Gentle Release Therapy Online Course, which is self-paced and an excellent way to give yourself some self-care and see if Gentle Release Therapy resonates with you.
Our practitioner training is a unique opportunity to not only learn a new therapy but to allow a time for yourself to heal on a deeper level. Giving and receiving 7 treatments each an hour long over the course of a week allows us to get down to the layers that are tucked deep away. Our retreat venue in Lincolnshire, UK offers stunning accommodation, swim spas, food, nurture and learning. Space is important so everyone has their own ensuite double room, to retreat to when needed, and the communal spaces have comfy sofas and log stoves when you feel like chatting and sharing. We appreciate that some people can’t get away from home and also offer the practitioner training on zoom, the course has exactly the same programme and content, but the treatments are done remotely. Participants are always amazed how powerful the treatments are, even when done remotely.
We also have the Advanced Practitioner Training Retreat that includes over 80 acupuncture points that we release with Gentle Release Therapy and over 40 point prescriptions for various conditions. We also dive deeper into fertility and the pelvic bowl.
We also have a Spirit Points course, which is for those looking to support themselves and their clients by using the 12 Spirit Points to bring them back to their path of destiny.
Can you discuss the role of energy flow and balance in Gentle Release Therapy and EnerQi Facial Rejuvenation? How does it contribute to the healing process?
When your energy starts to flow with more ease, as restrictions and blocks are released, clients stand taller, but also look brighter, they can often look years younger when they get up after a session. This was what encouraged me to develop EnerQi Facial Rejuvenation, which combines Gentle Release Therapy with a luxury facial and the traditional chinese tools of Gua Sha, cupping, and jade rollers. The results were staggering even after the first treatment I ever did. Then we found that perimenopause and menopause symptoms were dramatically improved following the facial and put together a pilot study (which can be downloaded from the website).
How do you customize your therapies to meet the individual needs and goals of each client?
Each Gentle Release Treatment, whether its EnerQi or Spirit Points, will always be uniquely bespoke to that client at that moment in time. Following our deep intuition makes for much more effective treatments and much more powerful results. Trying to fit clients to a pattern in a textbook often doesn’t help, as clients may present in the same way but have different issues going on when you look at them as a unique individual.
What is your vision for the future of Gentle Release Therapy and EnerQi Facial Rejuvenation? How do you hope to further impact the lives of individuals seeking holistic healing and facial rejuvenation?
We want to help as many people as possible use our treatments as tools for supporting health conditions such as period problems and menopause, sciatica, anxiety, depression and cancer. We are also engaging with the therapy sector as a whole to help support neurodiverse and highly sensitive clients to make the therapy room environment less challenging and more nurturing, in whichever ways are right for them.
