Return to the Rhythm, Remember the Harmony
Holistic Therapies and Training for People and Animals, Restoring Balance and Connection
Integrated Therapies People
Holistic support for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing through a blend of Ayurvedic and touch-based healing methods. This includes Ayurvedic consultations, Amnanda Process, Moksha, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, and Marma Therapy for pain relief and emotional balance. These integrated therapies help restore mobility, reduce tension, and encourage deep alignment of body and mind.Shak
Integrated Therapies Equine
For horses and dogs, the practice brings the same depth of healing through modalities like Masterson Method bodywork, Debono Moves movement education, Amnanda treatments, and botanical self-selection support. These therapies help animals release tension, improve movement, and thrive emotionally. Laura also offers owner workshops and therapist training to deepen understanding of animal wellbeing.
Amnanda
Amnanda is a year-long therapeutic journey grounded in Tibetan Ayurvedic tradition. Through 12 monthly oil treatments incorporating herbal oils and compassionate presence, it renews health, calms stress, and restores youthful vitality. Amnanda addresses the effects of stress at a cellular level, improving confidence, mobility, and wellbeing through the healing power of touch.
Workshop & Course Offerings
Amnanda Therapist Training
A year-long course where participants both give and receive Amnanda treatments in a small group, learning mindful, deeply relaxing oil-based therapy without needing prior massage experience.
Debono Moves Workshops
Gentle, mindful movement workshops for people and horses that improve flexibility, coordination, and emotional wellbeing through awareness-based exercises.
Innate Botanical Selections
A demonstration of how animals instinctively choose essential oils and botanicals to support their health and emotional balance, teaching owners how to offer healing choices.
Masterson Method
A practical half-day introduction to simple, hands-on techniques that release tension in horses while strengthening trust and communication.
Equine Courses
Learn simple, hands-on techniques to support your horse’s health, release tension, and strengthen your bond.
Amnanda Courses
Discover how Amnanda oil treatments boost healing, positivity, and connection for your horse or dog.
Events
Equine Touch Conference
29th September 2025
Abingdon and Witney College, OX29 9UY. Debono Moves Demonstration.
“There is a stillness about Laura which allows a deepening of your own breath and rising into your true self. I have witnessed the results of her work with horses too. The same quietness, patience and humour applied with lasting positive outcomes. I would recommend Laura highly in all the work she does. ”
— Ruth Bell
About
Welcome. I’m so happy you are here. My offerings are diverse, woven together in connection - with people, horses, dogs and plants. While logic might suggest focusing in just one area, my heart has always known my path lies in the interconnection of them all. I’m continually reminded that as one part moves towards health, the harmony of all life is enhanced, just as the forest lives, we are part of an intelligent network seeking harmony.
If you’ve been drawn to my treatments and courses, it is possible you feel some degree of disconnection - perhaps in your physical or emotional health, or within your relationships with others human or animal partnerships. In a life full of information, expectations and challenges, time can feel sped up and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, yet unsatisfied, out of rhythm and harmony with your unique expression of life.
My goal, using my experience with touch, herbs, informed intuition and compassionate presence is to build a bridge to a frequency which restores that connection and resources you. Touch brings relief from pain, both physical and emotional but it also connects and reminds. Informed touch can remind your brain and nervous system that change is always possible whether is to move easier, feel more freedom or develop equanimity. Plants and herbs ignite your innate ability to heal and repair your senses intelligence towards health. I bring the same intention and offerings for your animal companions, their healing always directed by them as active participants, guiding their own needs and pathway towards health.
Enjoy exploring
Laura
Laura Shakeshaft
Get in Touch
Please fill in the contact form if you would like to book a consultation or receive more information about therapies or courses or email me at laura@rhythmandharmony.co.uk