Clare Hart: health expert and owner of Orchard Clinic in Paisley

We speak to Clare Hart, holistic therapist and owner at Orchard Clinic in Paisley which offers a range of treatments from wellness to podiatry

How did you start?

I gained experience working in a day spa in Glasgow’s west end before opening Orchard Clinic in 2003. I initially trained in aromatherapy, but now I offer a full range of holistic wellness treatments including massage and facials.

What’s the best thing about working in the health industry?

I love working for myself and helping others feel better with pain management, allowing them to relax, de-stress and just switch off for a while. Every day is varied, with different clients and different treatments.

What is holistic health?

Holistic health is all about balance, it’s an investment in yourself, a lifestyle choice. I really believe stress is held in the body which can cause headaches, insomnia, IBS, high blood pressure, neck and shoulder pain and anxiety to name a few.

Holistic therapies can combat these by lowering stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. When the body is relaxed, it can then heal itself from within. 

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What holistic treatments do you offer?

Wellness is huge just now, people are looking for ways to take care of their health and wellbeing so regular massage treatments can be a part of that.

What’s your favourite holistic treatment?

I offer aromatherapy, hot stone therapy, holistic facials, Indian head massage, hopi ear candles and natural face massage, as well as a pamper package and women’s wellbeing massage for menopause. We also do an offer when you buy a course of 4 treatments, you save 10%. 

What’s the most popular treatment/service at Orchard Clinic?

Among our most popular treatments are an aromatherapy back massage, it’s the ultimate chillout treatment. Then, there’s our luxury facial which is personalised to your skin type. Afterwards, so many clients say they didn’t realise how relaxing a face massage would be.

For more on Clare Hart and Orchard Clinic, visit the website. 16 Orchard Street, Paisley, PA1 1UZ,