Ayurvedic Oil Flow Therapy (Shirodhara)

Shirodhara (Ayurvedic Oil Flow Therapy) is a deeply calming and restorative treatment designed to quiet the mind, ease stress, and bring balance to the whole body.

A gentle, continuous stream of warm Ayurvedic oils is poured in a steady rhythm across the forehead, working through key marma points to soothe the nervous system and encourage a natural return to inner calm. This traditional therapy helps to ease mental overactivity, release tension, and support a sense of emotional balance and clarity.

As the warm oil flows, the mind gradually begins to settle, allowing thoughts to soften and the body to enter a deeply restful, meditative state. This profoundly grounding experience is often used to support relief from stress, fatigue, insomnia, and emotional overwhelm.

You are gently guided into a space of stillness and restoration, leaving you feeling peaceful, centred, and renewed from within. ✨🪷

Cost: Ayurvedic Oil Flow Therapy: 60 mins - £90

With Steam option: 75 mins - £100

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What to Expect:

Treatment Information:

Shirodhara is one of Ayurveda’s most deeply calming and restorative therapies, designed to quiet the mind, soothe the nervous system, and restore inner balance.

During your 60-minute treatment, a continuous stream of warm, herbalised oil is gently poured across the forehead and scalp, focusing on the third eye area. This rhythmic flow encourages a deeply meditative state, helping to release stress, mental fatigue, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm.

The pouring process itself typically lasts around 30 minutes and is complemented by a soothing scalp and neck massage, leaving you feeling calm, grounded, and deeply restored.

A Calm & Supportive Environment:

Your treatment takes place in a peaceful, nurturing space designed to help you fully relax and let go.

Shirodhara is especially supportive for those experiencing stress, burnout, headaches, insomnia, mental exhaustion, or emotional imbalance, helping to create a deep sense of stillness, clarity, and renewal.

Before your treatment, your therapist will take time to discuss any health concerns, preferences, or wellbeing goals so the experience can be tailored to your individual needs.

Before Your Treatment:

To support the best experience, we recommend:

Avoiding heavy meals beforehand
Avoiding alcohol or excess caffeine before your session
Arriving a few minutes early to settle and relax

What to Bring:

You do not need to bring anything — everything required for your treatment is provided.

Fresh towels and coverings are available to ensure your comfort, warmth, and privacy throughout the session.

Shower facilities are available should you wish to wash your hair afterwards, although many clients choose to leave the nourishing oils in for several hours or overnight for deeper benefit.

Beyond the Treatment:

Shirodhara supports benefits that extend beyond the session itself, including deeper relaxation, improved sleep, emotional balance, mental clarity, and relief from stress and tension.

Many clients choose to combine Shirodhara with therapies such as Ayurvedic Full Body Massage for a more complete restorative experience.

For personalised treatment recommendations, please contact us at info@true-ananda.com

Your Experience Includes:

For just £90, your Ayurvedic Oil Flow Therapy (Shirodhara) offers a deeply calming and restorative experience designed to quiet the mind and support full-body relaxation:

Personal Consultation: A brief, supportive consultation to understand your needs, stress levels, and areas of imbalance, allowing the treatment to be gently tailored to you.
Shirodhara Therapy: A continuous, soothing flow of warm Ayurvedic oil poured across the forehead and third eye area to calm the nervous system, quiet mental activity, and encourage deep inner stillness. This is supported by a gentle scalp and neck massage to release tension and enhance relaxation.
Calm & Tranquil Environment: A peaceful, nurturing space designed to help you fully surrender, unwind, and experience deep rest.
Aftercare Guidance: Simple Ayurvedic self-care suggestions to help you maintain calm, balance, and clarity beyond your treatment.
After-Treatment Rest Time: Time to gently rest, enjoy a warm drink, and slowly transition back into your day feeling grounded and renewed.

Still have a few more questions? Take a moment to explore our frequently asked questions.

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Holistic Support & Benefits: Ayurvedic Oil Flow Therapy (Shirodhara)

Areas this treatment may help support:

Persistent stress and nervous system imbalance
Anxiety, overthinking, and mental overwhelm
Restless sleep or difficulty achieving deep rest
Mental fatigue and cognitive exhaustion
Emotional imbalance or heightened sensitivity
A constantly active or overworked mind

This treatment may benefit:

A deeply meditative state of calm and inner stillness
Relief from mental tension, stress, and overactivity of the mind
Improved quality of sleep and deeper restorative rest
Greater mental clarity, focus, and emotional balance
A soothed nervous system and sense of inner harmony
A profound feeling of grounding, reset, and renewal
Above all, Shirodhara offers a deeply calming and restorative experience that allows the mind and body to fully unwind, reset, and return to balance.

Begin Your Journey...

To book your treatment or a complimentary 30-minute consultation, please email us at info@true-ananda.com.

We will then guide you through the next steps, including confirming your appointment, completing a short consultation form, and arranging payment to secure your booking.

We look forward to welcoming you into our peaceful space and supporting your wellbeing journey. ✨