Harriet Berry
Zelberry was founded back in January 2006 by me, Harriet Berry.
Over the years I have followed my heart and continued to add to my skills to allow me to provide a unique, high quality reflexology and remedial massage therapy service.
Harriet's Story
I have always had a keen interest in caring for others. Before I finished school I started working as an assistant in nursing in a nursing home for the elderly. While studying Science at University I cared for paraplegics and quadriplegics in their homes. When I chose to study massage I took on working with ventilated quadriplegics. All of these roles were challenging and taught me a lot about empathy and compassion while providing quality care.
For over 19 years now I have run my own massage therapy business. Initially I worked alongside chiropractors, physiotherapists, naturopaths and other massage therapists in Melbourne. When I moved to Queensland I opened my home clinic, which has given me flexibility around the needs of my family.
When I fell pregnant with my first child I realised that locally there were no massage therapists that I felt comfortable seeking massage from while pregnant. A big part of this was my own understanding of the education you receive as a massage therapist. The area of pregnancy massage has very minimal coverage when studying the Diploma of Remedial Massage. As a result when I was ready I travelled to Melbourne to complete a Diploma of Pregnancy Massage with Pregnancy Massage Australia.
During my second pregnancy we travelled to England to visit family. As the trip progressed I experienced back pain that was debilitating. I was nervous about travelling back on the long flight. I was recommended to see a reflexologist local to where we were staying. I was skeptical prior to the treatment but it was amazing. Within 24 hours of the treatment my back pain eased and it never returned for the rest of the pregnancy. I vowed that I would learn how to do that.
I managed to make time with a young family to study the Diploma of Reflexology and then travel to study the maternity reflexology course that originates from the UK. I feel so lucky to be able to work in this field and to be able to utilise the skills I have learnt to enhance the pregnancy experience for so many women.
As my work expands and my clients go from pregnancy to early parenting and then the years ahead it seems obvious to broaden my services to Women’s Health. Travelling to Copenhagen in July 2017 to undertake a week long summer school intensive at one of the most advanced schools of reflexology in the world, I came back with immense knowledge. My clients now enjoy the wonderful results that my skills are allowing their bodies to achieve, usually leaving with results far better than they could have expected.
My Principles
Get to the key to your pain quickly
My top priority is to quickly identify the root cause of your pain by utilising my expertise and experience. Once we have pinpointed the source, I will work diligently to alleviate your discomfort in as few sessions as possible. It's important to remember that everyone is unique, so what may have worked for someone else may not work for you. With my experience, I understand this and will tailor our approach to best suit your individual needs.
Provide a high quality service
At Zelberry, I have acquired skills and experience from some of top practitioners worldwide, ensuring high-quality service. I prioritize value for money and strive to deliver excellent results in the shortest time possible. To maintain quality, I limit the number of clients I see each day, ensuring that every client receives the same level of energy attention. Rest assured, you will always receive the best service at Zelberry.
Listening and understanding
My first priority is to have a discussion with you about all aspects of your health. This will give me a complete understanding of your needs and help me determine your priorities and goals. Based on this, I will create a personalised treatment plan just for you. If I find what you need is not within my expertise, I will quickly refer you to another practitioner who can assist you. Let's work to achieve your health goals!
A calm safe clinic
Get ready to experience a truly calming environment where you can freely discuss your health and needs! My top priority is to ensure that your treatment is not only effective but also incredibly relaxing. You'll be amazed at how much muscle tension you can release and how balanced you'll feel after just one session. Join my list of satisfied clients who always leave feeling pleasantly surprised!