The Therapist

Yvonne is a certified shiatsu therapist since 2008. She is passionate about shiatsu and says: “Every time I am touched by the serenity, deep relief and insights that shiatsu can provide.”

After having done my masters in law at Cambridge University, I decided I needed to do something with my hands to remain in balance myself. I completed a four year IOKAI shiatsu training in Amsterdam as well as a two year course in Western medical Healthcare.

I am a certified member of the Dutch Shiatsu Association (Shiatsu Verenging Nederland), member of the European Iokai Shiatsu Association (EISA) and registered with the Body for Complementary Health care Therapists (RBCZ). I am also registered with the Complaints and dispute resolution committee (SCAG) and with the body for disciplinary law (TCZ). I adhere to the privacy regulations. My Chamber of Commerce registration is 34323079.

As a member of the Iokai Shiatsu Foundation, I comply with several quality standards, amongst which, annual complementary training. Amongst others, this includes training regarding:

back complaints
women’s issues (period, menopause) as well as Chinese yoga (stretching) for women
pregnancy and delivery
shiatsu for children
complaints regarding breathing and tight feeling in chest
Treatment techniques, mix of shiatsu and techniques used by rebalancers and chiropractors
Diagnose through Japanse acupuncture techniques
Therapeutic formation as a therapist

I also run a company that organizes post-graduate trainings for shiatsu therapists with renowed teachers from abroad. I have been doing this since 2016. It is so much fun!

And lastly, I value the power of food on your mental and psychical well-being. I cook for groups on retreats under the name Inner Peas.