Jill Rawle MAR, MA

Practitioner & Guide

I’m Jill, a Clinical Reflexologist and Reiki Practitioner & Master Teacher with over ten years of experience supporting women in Bideford, North Devon, and previously in Hampshire.

My work centres around how the body and nervous system respond to stress, responsibility, and life experiences. Long before something can be explained logically, the body often begins communicating through tension, disrupted sleep, fatigue, or a persistent feeling of being on edge. When these signals are listened to carefully and with skill, meaningful change can begin.

Many of the women I work with arrive feeling overwhelmed without fully understanding why. They often describe constant thinking, carrying too much responsibility, or feeling as though they have been holding everything together for a very long time. Their bodies reflect this through tightness in the chest or abdomen, tension in the shoulders, difficulty switching off, or a sense that true rest never quite arrives.

Much of my work is with women who are used to being the ones who keep everything going, often caring for others while quietly pushing through their own exhaustion.

Over the years, I have become deeply interested in how the body quietly holds our experiences and how, when it is given the right conditions, it has an extraordinary capacity to settle and restore itself.

Through years of practice, I have developed a strong ability to observe the patterns that sit beneath symptoms and recognise how stress responses are being held physically and emotionally. Rather than following a routine treatment model, I work with what the body is communicating in the moment.

Sessions may include clinical reflexology, Reiki, sound, and intuitive observation, all used in a responsive and structured way to support the nervous system to settle and gradually shift out of protective patterns.

Over time, clients often notice changes not only in physical symptoms but also in how they relate to stress and themselves. Sleep improves, emotional steadiness returns, and many begin to feel more able to set boundaries and trust their own instincts.

My clinic in Bideford, North Devon is a calm and contained space where there is no pressure to explain everything or hold yourself together. My role is to guide the process with care and clarity so your body can begin to feel safer and more supported.

If you feel ready to understand what your body may be communicating, you are welcome to begin with an Initial Session and Assessment.


Jill Rawle, Clinical Reflexologist and Reiki Master Practitioner in Bideford, North Devon

Get in touch

If you are considering working together, the first step is to book an Initial Session & Assesment.

Sessions take place at my clinic in Northam, near Bideford in North Devon, offering clinical reflexology and Reiki therapy for women experiencing stress, tension and burnout. Many clients travel from Barnstaple and across North Devon, including Bishops Tawton, Umberleigh, South Molton, Braunton, Croyde, Fremington, Instow, Appledore, Westward Ho!, Bude and Exmoor.


Frequently asked questions

How many treatments will I need?

Everyone is different and the response to Reflexology can be immediate or sometimes take longer than one appointment, but often benefits can be seen after 4-5 sessions. Regular weekly treatments are best for the body properly beginning the self-healing process, and following an initial consultation I will suggest the number of Reflexology sessions I think we should undertake.

What are your fees and availability?

Reflexology sessions for individuals last 50 minutes and cost £60 per session. I also provide a limited number of appointments for those on low-income; contact me to enquire about availability.


Note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 48 hours’ notice; otherwise you will still need to pay for any sessions missed. I accept payment in cash, by cheque or by bank transfer.

Can you diagnose my health problems?

Reflexologists cannot claim to diagnose or cure, but during a treatment we get 'feedback' as to which parts of the body are working well and which are not. Sometimes Reflexology will highlight a specific area which is struggling or working hard to maintain your wellbeing; if a particular reflex point shows this kind of reaction I'll discuss it with you at the end of the session.

What happens in a treatment? Do I need to undress?

Reflexology is performed entirely on the feet, ankles or hands, so the most you’ll have to do is take off your socks and roll up your trousers! During the treatment the client lies on their back on a reclining chair, supported by pillows and covered with a soft blanket to keep them warm.


And don’t worry - reflexology doesn't tickle! Many clients come to me with ticklish feet or worried about their feet being touched, but find they can relax and enjoy the benefits of Reflexology.

Does reflexology hurt?

You might find some areas feel sensitive to the touch, but Reflexology does not involve hard pressing in the way something like a sports massage might. As a therapist I will be aware of the status of your feet, noticing how they feel, the temperature and colour. All these things play a part in understanding which areas of your body - as reflected through your feet - require a bit more care and attention.

Should I keep on having Reflexology?

Not necessarily, but after an initial course of treatment many people choose to check in monthly for a top-up, to help maintain their general wellbeing, or as a scheduled 'de-stress'. Other clients will get back in touch if they start feeling aches and pains, arranging treatments as and when they need them.