Take a look at some of my client’s testimonials:
These are just a small selection of the messages and feedback I’ve received over the years. Many people understandably prefer not to share their personal experiences publicly, particularly when therapy involves sensitive or deeply personal matters. For this reason, I do not routinely ask clients for reviews.
The testimonials shared here were sent to me voluntarily via email or message after treatment had ended. All identifying details have been removed, and permission has been given for these experiences to be summarised and shared anonymously.
It’s an absolute treat to have a massage from Kate. I get aches and pains, and Kate’s massages, which concentrate on specific areas of tension, help manage my symptoms. Each time she varies her techniques and the hot stones are great! Kate really knows her stuff, and I leave feeling relaxed and my body at ease.
From Mum of daughter: Kate has a relaxed and fun approach but at the same time really understood my daughter’s problems. She has communicated with me well throughout the therapy and although she can’t tell me what my daughter said during the sessions, I felt very included in the therapy itself. I wish I had found her earlier.
Would recommend Kate without doubt, extremely friendly, professional and kept us well informed.
I am happy to recommend Kate Hartley for massage and hot stone therapy. I have been having regular monthly sessions for over 2 years and when my masseuse was unavailable, Kate was kind enough to offer me an appointment. She very quickly identified some problem areas, without prompting, and worked methodically and extremely effectively to ease my aches and pains. Kate is very calm and precise in her approach and I was immediately at ease. I think I even nodded off at one point All in all it was a great massage. I left relaxed, free from aches and pains and completely de-stressed. I hope to return for further treatment very soon. Thank you Kate.
Thank you for taking such good care of our Mum while she was living her last days. She recognised the light that shines from deep within you, and that light is what helped to bring her peace on her final day. You were able to settle her when she was agitated and provided relief for not only my Mum, but for our family who were with her at her bedside. Thank you.
Kate has been in my life for a few years now. I’m a recovering drug addict and have eating problems. She’s helped me to turn my life around and to finally get off the drugs. She’s really easy to talk to and she makes me feel valued and worth something, even when I hate myself. She makes me feel much more positive when I’m with her and that lasts for quite a while after each session. I know I’ve not been the easiest client for her to handle, because the drugs have been difficult for me to kick, but I think I’m there this time. I know I will have problems throughout life, but with Kate’s help and support, I know I stand a good chance of finally doing something I can be proud of. Give her a go if you’re considering getting help. She knows what she’s doing.
Kate, the day you walked through the door into my hospice room to give me a hand massage was a turning point for me. I had been told that day that there was nothing more to be done with my treatment and I wanted to shut out everything. I had asked to be alone and when you entered my room, not sure what to expect as it was the first time we met, something shifted for me. You changed everything. It wasn’t the hand massage, it was our conversation. You lit a light in me that day. And while I know I won’t be here to make the Christmas concert together, (it will save you from my poor singing), I am sure our paths will cross again in some other life. Thank you, Kate, for connecting with something so deep within me that I could fully live the last few weeks I had left.
Kate has a relaxed and fun approach but at the same time really understood my daughter’s problems. She has communicated with me well throughout the therapy and although she can’t tell me what my daughter said during the sessions, I felt very included in the therapy itself. I wish I had found her earlier.
We were at our wit’s end. Our son’s ulcerative colitis was affecting everything – his health, his energy, even his mood. Being autistic, he struggled to express how he was feeling, and we felt powerless to help him. Kate spent several hours with us, really listening and understanding both his needs and our concerns. She showed us how he could eat in a way that would support his gut, give him energy, and avoid bloating or discomfort. It felt like a breakthrough. Slowly, we started to see changes – his digestion improved, his energy returned, and he became calmer and more confident. We can’t thank Kate enough for her knowledge, patience, and the hope she gave our family.
I felt lost. My wife’s drinking was affecting our relationship, and I didn’t know how to handle it without making things worse. Kate helped me navigate my own emotions and gave me practical ways to support her while protecting my own wellbeing. She guided me through strategies to improve communication, rebuild trust, and set boundaries. I now feel more confident, more in control, and more at peace. Our relationship hasn’t changed overnight, but I finally feel like I know how to move forward without losing myself. Kate’s approach was compassionate, practical, and empowering.
I was completely overwhelmed with grief and couldn’t even bring myself to visit my baby’s grave. Kate provided a safe, gentle space to express the emotions I had been holding inside for months. Through her guidance, I was able to confront my feelings, process my grief, and regain a sense of control over my life. I visited my daughter’s grave for the first time and began to release years of emotional abuse within my family. I finally feel strong, free, and ready to move forward. I’m even hopeful about trying for another baby. Kate’s care and expertise changed my life.
I finally understand why I haven’t been able to shift this belly fat. I’ve been approaching it completely the wrong way. I was going out of my mind wondering what on earth was happening and had nearly given up on myself. I feel fat and frumpy and I’ve lost my confidence. Thank you for explaining it so clearly and giving me a proper plan I can actually follow. Having that structure has taken away all the guesswork and made me feel genuinely hopeful again. I’ve also been dipping into your book on the days I feel a bit ragged and it really helps me stay on an even keel. I’m so excited to get started and check back in with you. Tenerife here I come! 🙂
I just wanted to say thank you. You explain things in such a clear, grounded way and I honestly feel like I’ve learned more from our one hour menopause consultation than I have in the last five years of trying to understand what my ob-gyn was telling me and following people online. You are such a breath of fresh air. I left feeling lighter and reassured, and for the first time I actually understand what’s going on in my body. I’m excited to start to make the changes we discussed and will keep you posted!
I came to Kate feeling lost in my own body and overwhelmed by menopause. During our consultation, she asked me a simple but profound question and that was who I see myself as, beyond labels. I broke down in tears because no one had asked me that before. Kate held space for all of it including my fears, insecurities, and hopes without judgement. She helped me understand what my body was asking for and suggested a clear, natural strategy to heal my gut, restore my energy, and support my hormones. Two months later, I hardly recognise myself. I’ve lost 9kg naturally, feel stronger and happier, and wake up excited for the day ahead. My menopause symptoms finally feel manageable, and I no longer feel the need to turn to quick-fix solutions. Working with Kate has been genuinely life-changing.
I felt like I could finally talk to you about things I haven’t wanted to share with my family, and that alone was such a relief. You took away so much of the shame I’ve been carrying around menopause and helped me see things in a way that actually makes sense. Your perspective showed me what I can focus on, and the tools you gave me already feel really doable. I walked away feeling calmer, clearer, and so much more grounded.
When I realised I was gay, my world – and my family – my wife and children – felt like it was falling apart. I was diagnosed with AIDS and facing the reality that my time was limited. I didn’t know how to navigate the guilt, shame, and heartbreak I had caused, or how to prepare for what was coming. Kate created a safe, non-judgmental space where I could face all of it. She helped me work through my emotions, reconcile my past, and make peace with my choices. With her support, I was able to repair relationships, heal old hurts, and approach the future with clarity and calm, even in the face of the unknown. I felt ready and at peace, knowing I had the tools to face the days ahead with dignity and compassion, and that my loved ones were supported too.