A Better You
Brackley/Oxford/Milton Keynes, Bucks
(45)
Brackley/Oxford/Milton Keynes, Bucks
(45)
I use a practical application of exercises within my formal coaching and therapeutic practice to address a plethora of big emotions including Anger, Stress, Anxiety, depression and PTSD/Trauma. Once we have largely healed your inner conflict, you can stop the cascade of destructive emotions and self sabotage that ends up making you unhappy, anxious, stressed, irritable, exhausted and unwell.
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45 customer reviews
Lucinda Shepherd
I love coming here. It really is a retreat! The setting is beautiful, away-from-it-all, and so calming and peaceful. And the staff are welcoming, polite and professional. My daughter and I have been coming for nails and hair for a few months now and can personally recommend Laura and Lucy who always make us feel special. Highly recommended. More...
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Gulinda Bering
absolutely love this place! lovely girls and super serene atmosphere xo
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Fiona Ell
Went for the microdermabrasion facial today, it was sooooo good!!! I felt very relaxed and nearly fell asleep. The place is immaculate and the people are lovely :) I will be coming back, thank you!
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Becki Rainbow
I don’t enjoy having my hair done usually as I am not much of a “chatter” but I felt at ease and relaxed here. My hair was done just as I had asked and I am really pleased as usually when I ask for my hair to be thinned out, it isn’t, but it is so much lighter. Will be returning for sure, my daughter has an appointment tomorrow! More...
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Petra Schulz
A great place to come to.. Amazing people . Only had haircuts and highlights but it's a little sanctuary in the middle of nowhere. . Can only highly recommend it You are being made welcome from the minute you walk through the door . It's a real gem . ❤️ More...
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elizabeth latham
Fantastic attentive service at Redbarn Hair. The organic hair products have tamed my fine, brittle hair into shiny, silky tresses. Thank you Lisa!
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Sam Colby Butcher
A hidden gem and good for men too! Easy parking, nice coffee and a relaxed vibe.
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Helena Garcia
It's a amazing place, very quiet and with professionals of excellence. Looking forward to returning!
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Jacque Parsons
Went today for the 1st time, what a lovely experience, really friendly relaxing salon, and of course they have the wonderful Lucie Joel’s there to cut my hair, will definitely be going back
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Molly Wheatcroft-Rowe
Red Barn Retreat is a little bit of heaven. I have experienced nearly all parts of the retreat and everything is delivered to a high standard. Most recently Lisa has fitted permanent extensions into my hair. It's the best thing I've done this year. They're amazing quality and you wouldn't know I had them in. I would highly recommend them and the team. More...
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Gina McAndrew Bainbridge
Just had my hair high lighted by the lovely Kayleigh , very professional , knows her stuff , she had a big task getting my hair to look well again and could not be happier . Bonus no more harsh chemicals in my hair . The difference in natural products is amazing . Given some samples to try to make sure are suited to my hair and they smell lush !!! More...
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Kathy Garner
I’ve never been to any hairdresser where I’ve felt as welcomed as at the Organic Lounge: Kayleigh is such a talented stylist; the deco is immaculate; the products & colours are excellent- without any ‘nasties’; the lovely owner, Lisa makes you feel as though you ‘matter’; and I’ve come away with little treats too! I’m so glad I found you and am spreading the word. Thank you � More...
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Tiggy Atkinson
Thank you Kayleigh and Laura - who can do nails and hair quicker than you two?
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Nicola Gooding
Amazing, and organic. Love it love it love it.
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Louise Castle
Had vouchers for my birthday last year, treated myself to a hot shell massage, was amazing. Felt relaxed and refreshed. Brilliant staff and lovely treatment rooms.
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Teresa Cataldo
Kayleigh did my ten year old daughters hair for her leavers party and it was simply beautiful. We both love coming to the Red Barn Retreat. Xx
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Charlene Russell
Just had my hair highlighted by the lovely Kayleigh and am so pleased with the improved condition and colour of my hair! I was thoroughly looked after throughout and the Red Barn Retreat is such a beautifully decorated and relaxing environment. Eager to return and also treat myself to a beauty treatment. Would definitely recommend! � More...
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Wendy Drummond
Lovely location and atmosphere. Massive thank you to Laura for our very relaxing massage and manicure. Love the vip touch of champagne and cake too - perfect x
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Bernadette Ballantyne
I love going to Red Barn as often as I can. Mainly so that Laura can address the eyebrow situation! This time I also had my hair cut and half head of foils done with Kayleigh. She recommended it as a kinder way to let the gray come through without having two tone hair and I love it. Thank you Xx More...
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Larraine Young
Had a full body massage with Laura & my hair done by Kayleigh. So relaxing, beautiful atmosphere & lovely staff. Would recommend highly.
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Anita Lee
Absolutely loved this place, very beautiful and the surroundings are just perfect! Thank you Kayleigh for doing my hair, I absolutely love it, felt very comfortable and relaxed and really enjoyed my time here today. And thank you to Lisa too for your help and advise with the make up, I look forward to picking up my foundation tomorrow, all very professional and will defo be returning � More...
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Arleta Wilisowska Szczerba
I had my hair done yesterday.From start to finish very professional and so friendly.This place is so welcoming and relaxing. Would highly recommend to everyone who would like to change their hair,you will love this place. More...
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Alison Franklin
Fabulous service and wonderful, relaxing environment. Would throughly recommended.
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Catherine Foley
Such a lovely, welcoming, relaxing place with friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff, and wonderful treatments! Managed to get an appointment to have my hair cut / styled, as well as having my nails done, when I was let down by another local hairdresser, and am so happy with my new style. Thanks so much, Lisa and Laura! Very glad you could fit me in, and will always book here from now on! x More...
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Kate Ann
Visited today as a wonderful friend had bought me a facial. Lovely relaxing facial and a beautiful calm place in wonderful surroundings. A good place to recharge the batteries. I will be back. � More...
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Bobby Briah
Great place, Great people beautiful location inside and out. - Highly recommended
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Kate Baskerville
What a treat to visit Redbarn Retreat! Beautiful relaxing surroundings and friendly staff. I would recommend it highly. Wide variety of therapies available whether it's beauty/pampering or healing that you're after. It was well worth the drive from Warwickshire to this lovely part of the world and I will be visiting again soon...Thank you Lisa, Laura and Jo for looking after me. More...
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Pamela Robinson
Just had my LVL lashes done for first time. Complete transformation. Highly recommend and will definately be going back to Redbarn Retreat xx
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Lauren Jolly
I've been to red barn a few times now and it has been amazing every time! Such a calming atmosphere and fantastic treatments. I would highly recommend the pregnancy full body massage, has left me feeling so relaxed! More...
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Laura Lou
I went to Red Barn retreat for the first time on Friday for the January special. Couldn't recommend enough. Such a lovely, calm place to walk in to, amazing friendly kind and helpful staff. The massage was incredible as was the facial and much to my amazement I was told I got a scalp massage while the face mask was on! I didn't want to leave that's for sure and it won't be long before I'm back again! Thank you. More...
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Danielle Edgington-Gibson
Yesterday I had the most wonderful Shiatsu Massage with Tania. I'm heavily pregnant and it was the most relaxed I had felt in weeks. Last night I actually slept! That's the first time in weeks. Thank you so much. Can't wait to come and see you again. � More...
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Puran Bhardwaj
High standard with wonderful energy, focused and balanced treatment with Tania always. Real healing.
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Kirsty Andrews
Iv had two amazing gels nails and had some taster treatments with Joanne. I can not recommend Joanne high enough and am looking forward to seeing her again
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Juliet Hodgson
I can't thank Tania enough for a superb shiatsu massage. My back pain had got steadily worse over the past six months to the extent I was hobbling. One session with Tania and my back is so much better. Thank you and I would definitely recommend a session. More...
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Jacky Stanley
So relaxing lovely atmosphere defenetly worth going
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Tania Noble
Had a wonderful, strong aromatherapy massage from Steph at Red Barn Retreat last week. Really skilful, professional treatment and deeply relaxing. It was just what I needed. Thank you! More...
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Crista Payne
Life changing Shiatsu massage from Tania, my back pain has been so much better after only 2 visits!
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Jacky Alder
Wonderful pamper morning with my lovely friend Angie , nails , massage and so relaxing environment
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Anna Capstick
Relaxing facial with wonderful Arbonne products in an idyllic setting �
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Janet Reynolds
A wonderful massage this evening. Highly recommend this hidden gem.
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Aimee Victoria
Absolutely superb! Professional and high class. Without a doubt the most relaxing atmosphere I have ever experienced. Exquisite care with outstanding eye for detail when tailoring treatments for my specific needs. I will go know where else.
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Kay Thomas-Whitaker
My mum and I visited for the first time today and WOW!!! what an amazing place!! Loved all the treatments on offer, lovely attentive therapists, and a scrummy afternoon tea. Many thanks for looking after us so well. xx More...
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Kelly Jo Hearsey
Love this place! Had the LVL lash treatment and I'm so pleased with the results, amazing lashes now! The staff here couldn't be more helpful and welcoming. All in all a fab experience, I'll be back for more... More...
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Jenny Harris
Thanks so much, my Mum came in for treatments today and absolutely loved it! Such a relaxing place!
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Rachel Parker
Had a lovely reflex touch experience with Joanne Oliver. I literally felt the tension from my shoulders melt away. I can't wait for my next appointment. Thank you.
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What do you love most about your job?
I became a therapist because I realised I had a knack for guiding people through difficuties. I am human and have fought my own battles, not always with ease but with hope and determination and if I can help one client live with more authenticity and pride, I have succeeded. I feel such a sense of pride watching my clients transform and free themselves to live a full and vibrant life.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I suffered numerous bouts of shingles within a very short period of time and was later diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. There was very little the doctors could do for me and often I couldn't even get out of bed. Growing up was a challenging time for me and I had reached burn out. I was totally unaware of how much emotional baggage I was carrying around and how badly it was affecting my health. I was too busy, being busy and not being inutune with my body until it was to late and the shingles stopped me in my tracks.
The road to recovery was very long, frustrating and far from smooth or easy. It wasn't until I made some drastic life changes and regularly practiced mindfulness that my health started to improve. The results speak for themselves; not only am I back to my bubbly, energetic self, I have reduced my anxiety so that I rarely know it is there and haven't had shingles since. The rest they say is history, I left the corporate world and followed my passion of helping others to heal themselves and not rely on Western Medicine and drugs.
There are too many people suffering in the world today and with the NHS bursting at the seems I knew I wanted to help people take action to try to prevent future suffering by early intervention techniques.
Why should our clients choose you?
I learned quite early on that people often just want to be heard, to be listened to and understood. It takes enormous strength for a person to undergo therapy, and I am humbled and honored that someone could put the kind of trust in me that they need to have in order to dig deep within themselves and show me who they really are, to trust me to help them in the way I am trained to do. I class myself more as a coach than a therapist as I encourage self reliance and ensure my clients have a massive tool kit that will help them through, no matter what life throws at them.
I am serious when I need to be but I also like to use my sense of humor in therapy, with children and adults. I think it’s important for us all to sometimes take a step back from where we are in life and just laugh at something. Laughter is such a powerful healer for all ages and when we learn to accept things we make huge progress in our healing.
