Helen McDonald Therapies

Helen McDonald Therapies Helping women through Perimenopause & Menopause feel calmer, less anxious & overwhelmed & more like themselves again. Hypnotherapy + Reflexology

When was the last time you had an hour where you didn’t need to do anything for anyone else?No emails.No washing.No jobs...
10/09/2026

When was the last time you had an hour where you didn’t need to do anything for anyone else?

No emails.
No washing.
No jobs to finish.
No one asking what’s for dinner.

Just time to stop, switch off and have someone else look after you.

Does that sound like total bliss to you?

That’s one of the things many people enjoy about reflexology.

And there is now some interesting research looking specifically at reflexology and menopause.

A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis found that foot reflexology was associated with improvements in overall menopausal symptoms and fatigue.

The researchers did, however, rate the certainty of the evidence as low or very low, so more research is needed.

So I’m not going to tell you that reflexology will fix your menopause symptoms or balance your hormones.

But if you’re looking for some time to pause, relax and focus on yourself, reflexology could be one option to consider as part of your overall wellbeing.

Sometimes you don’t need another thing to achieve.

You just need an hour to stop.

Read my latest blog:
Can Reflexology Help With Stress and Relaxation? What We Know - Link in bio

Helen McDonald Therapies
Falmouth | Cornwall | Online

01/09/2026

A little bit more about the person behind the business...

I thought it was about time I let you have a proper nose around and get to know a little more about me.

I’m Falmouth born and bred, and when I’m not working, I love getting out and about, which includes walking, exploring Cornwall and Devon and finding somewhere new to spend a weekend.

I love discovering new places to eat and holidays are definitely a favourite topic of conversation. I love hearing where people have been, where they’re planning to go and most importantly, where they’ve found good food!

I’m also a very amateur gardener. My garden therapy room gets plenty of compliments, but to be completely honest, the credit goes to my husband!

Please don’t judge me, but I love watching Below Deck and I’ve always got a podcast on the go, my favourite currently is called Sliced Bread.

I’ve been known to enjoy a glass of vino (picpoul being my favourite). I love a good weekend away and then there’s my slight problem with crisps.

I’m talking sharing bags that mysteriously disappear. I’m not fussy what flavour or make of crisp, although I do love a bacon bite, ohh and prawn cocktail, I even like a plain ready salted.

Perhaps I need some hypnotherapy for my crisp addiction...
Although, on reflection, I’m not sure I’m quite ready to give them up.

So, that’s a little bit more about the person behind Helen McDonald Therapies.

Now it’s your turn what’s something you love doing when you’re not working?

Helen x

25/08/2026

Try asking yourself:

”If I wasn’t worrying about this right now what would I be doing instead?”

You don’t have to make the anxious thought disappear.

Instead think about what you would like to be doing, thinking about or focusing on if the worry wasn’t taking up so much space.

For example, perhaps you’re at home worrying about a difficult conversation you have coming up at work.

Rather than spending the next hour trying to work out every possible outcome, which by the way will probably never happen, ask yourself:

“If I wasn’t worried about this right now, what difference would it make? What would I be doing instead?”

Perhaps you make a cup of tea and read a few pages of your book.

Maybe you’d make plans for the weekend, or think about something you’re looking forward to.

Or perhaps you’d message a friend and have a chat about something completely different.

You haven’t solved the problem and you haven’t tried to force the thought away, you’ve simply given your attention somewhere more useful to go.

Give it a try the next time you notice one anxious thought becoming ten.

If you do try it, I’d love to know:

“What would you rather be doing instead?”

Helen x

Perimenopause Anxiety “Why am I suddenly feeling like this?”Have you noticed yourself worrying about things that wouldn’...
18/08/2026

Perimenopause Anxiety

“Why am I suddenly feeling like this?”

Have you noticed yourself worrying about things that wouldn’t normally bother you?

Perhaps driving somewhere unfamiliar, travelling, being in busy places, or speaking up in situations where you previously felt confident.

You might find yourself feeling more overwhelmed, on edge or stuck in your thoughts and wondering:

“Why am I like this? This isn’t me.”

Anxiety can become more noticeable during perimenopause and menopause. Hormonal changes, disrupted sleep and increased stress can all influence the way our brains respond to everyday pressures.

And sometimes, your brain’s threat system can become a little too good at looking for problems.

The good news? Feeling more anxious doesn’t mean this is the new you.

Understanding what’s happening and learning ways to respond differently can help you feel more in control.

In my latest blog, I explore the connection between perimenopause, anxiety and stress, and how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy may help.

Read the full blog via the link in my bio.

My new website is live.You’ll now find everything in one place, from reflexology and Solution Focused Hypnotherapy to my...
04/08/2026

My new website is live.

You’ll now find everything in one place, from reflexology and Solution Focused Hypnotherapy to my menopause support programmes.

If you’ve been thinking about getting support but weren’t sure where to start, have a look around and see what feels right for you.

www.helenmcdonaldtherapies.co.uk

I’d love to hear from you if you have any questions or would like to book a free discovery call.

Link in Bio to explore my website or book your free discovery call.

Warm regards
Helen

An exciting new chapter…2-minute readOver the past few years, many of you have known me through my reflexology practice,...
21/07/2026

An exciting new chapter…

2-minute read

Over the past few years, many of you have known me through my reflexology practice, Essential Wellbeing. More recently, I’ve also been working as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist.

As my reflexology practice grew, I noticed many of the women I was seeing weren’t just carrying physical tension. They were also experiencing stress, anxiety, overwhelm, poor sleep, brain fog, hot flushes and the many changes that can come with perimenopause and menopause.

I wanted to do more. I wanted to build on the support I was already offering through reflexology and help women with the emotional as well as the physical challenges of this stage of life.

As I entered this stage of life myself, I could relate to many of the conversations we were having. Every woman’s experience is different, but I saw how much this transition can affect both emotional wellbeing and physical health.

After completing specialist reflexology training in menopause, I still wanted to offer more support. That led me to train as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and then complete specialist HypnoMenopause® Practitioner training.

Bringing these therapies together under one business name feels like the natural next step and reflects how my work has evolved.

To my existing reflexology clients, nothing is changing. I’ll still be here to support you as always.

My new website is on its way, and I’ll be sharing my new branding and contact details very soon.

If you’d like to keep up to date, send me a DM and I will add you to my mailing list.

Thank you for being part of this journey so far. I can’t wait to share this next chapter with you.

Warm regards,
Helen

Being part of the Association of Reflexologists isn’t just a title, it’s a commitment to the highest standards of practi...
26/03/2026

Being part of the Association of Reflexologists isn’t just a title, it’s a commitment to the highest standards of practice.

It means ongoing training, professional accountability, and reassurance for every client that they’re in safe, qualified hands.

So I am very proud to belong to a community that puts care, integrity and wellbeing first.

Please message me to book an appointment today.

Best Wishes
Helen

Because the week deserves a gentle ending, here’s a little softness and fun to start the weekend.Thank you to all my cli...
30/01/2026

Because the week deserves a gentle ending, here’s a little softness and fun to start the weekend.

Thank you to all my clients who stepped into the treatment room this week.

Take care
Helen 😊

When the body relaxes, it receives a clear signal that it is safe. In that state, stress responses naturally soften, mus...
26/01/2026

When the body relaxes, it receives a clear signal that it is safe. In that state, stress responses naturally soften, muscles release and breathing often slows without effort.

This is why gentle, hands-on treatments like reflexology can have effects that reach far beyond the feet, supporting the whole body to settle, rebalance and recover.

Book your reflexology appointment today. DM or book via the link in my bio.

Warm regards
Helen

As we wrap up this year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all my clients, past and present. Your trust and suppor...
19/12/2025

As we wrap up this year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all my clients, past and present.

Your trust and support mean so much to me and I feel truly privileged to be part of your wellbeing journey.

Wishing you a joyful, healthy and happy 2026.

Warm wishes
Helen 🎄🎅🏻🎉

Ps- image was created using AI 😉

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