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Animal Communication Testimonials |
Erika Sundt's Press Cuttings  Erika has recently appeared on ITV's "Saved By The Ball" production. The TV show, which airs on Bravo in September 2006, has taken fifteen typical British men who have issues with alcohol, diet, anger and depression and put them under the steely guidance of two top ex-pro's to see if they can turn their lives around. Erika was invited onto the program to perform Reiki on some of the participants. From The Echo 01 May 2006, written by Kate Eshmade 
MORE than two million pet owners have admitted taking more care of their beloved cat or dog than themselves in a recent survey. A new business set up by Chafford Hundred animal lover Erika Sundt could take that to a whole new level. There's nothing new about pet pampering - taking the dog to the salon to get it the latest cut or buying it the latest fashions, but what about booking it in for some alternative therapy? Erika, 23, offers shiatsu and reiki sessions for animals. Specialising in horses, but offering the service to any animal, Erika studied for a two year degree at the School of Equine Shiatsu, before setting up her business last June. "Since day one I have always been around and loved animals," explains Erika. "I grew up with three cats and a labrador and begged my parents for a horse as every little girl does." After trying the conventional career route with an office job in London, she realised it wasn't for her and began her animal studies. "The whole vet side of the industry didn't interest me much," admits Erika. "I was much more taken with alternative therapies. For me it's more about looking after animals before they get un-well and maintaining their health." Shiatsu is a traditional hands on Japanese healing art which moves energy around the body. It works in a similar way to acupuncture but uses finger pressure instead of needles. Reiki involves influencing and strengthening a person or animal's life force through the placement of hands on the body to focus and channel the energy. Both therapies have become hugely popular for stressed out humans in recent years, but applying the techniques to animals is a relatively new thing. Erika says they can help with everything from breathing problems to helping highly strung rescued animals let go of their past. "I have found that people are quite sceptical in general, but once they do it they're like oh yes this is really good. It's just getting them to try it initially." Erika is keen to point out she isn't against conventional medicine. "I really think drugs have their place but they cover up the problem. "If you've got a headache and you've got to carry on with a busy day then you're going to take a pill. "But if you have a headache every single day for a month, you've got to look at what's giving you that." It's not just pampered pets that Erika treats though, she's also qualified to treat humans and says that chilling out owners can have a positive effect on their animals. "If you're stressed, quite often your animals react to that and start playing up. They don't know what to do so being naughty is their way of coping." Although Erika won't be drawn on whether she prefers her human or animal clients. "They both have their perks," she smiles diplomatically. From the Thurrock Gazette 26 May 2006, written by Joanna Fletcher
A Chafford Hundred woman has set up her own alternative therapy business for animals and humans. Erika Sundt, of Galleon Road, set up the business, Sundt Therapies, last June to offer alternative or additional treatments to those which vets or doctors perform. Erika, 23, explained: "The work and treatment I offer can often be used alongside treatment the animal may be having through a vet." Erika has lived in Chafford Hundred for five years but is a mobile therapist, working in Essex, Kent, Surrey and Sussex. She uses telepathy in her work with animals believing that they pick up on their owner's mood and feelings. Erika said: "If an animal plays up, it's for a reason. "For instance, if a horse is in pain with a sore back, and the rider ignores the signs, then of course the horse is going to buck the rider. "Many people believe horses act like this to spite the rider but it's just a call for attention." The therapy she offers animals and people is Reiki, a non-intrusive treatment which is said to influence and strengthen a person's or animal's life force. The treatment is given over the whole body rather than just the area of pain. Erika said: "The treatment gives the whole body balance to prevent a person or animal from falling ill. "It is best to receive this when a person or pet is healthy to prevent illness rather than having it when already ill, although the treatment will still work." Erika also offers Equine Shiatsu which is similar to acupuncture but uses pressure applied by the fingers rather than needles. It can be used for a range of injuries and illnesses as well as other mental and physical conditions. Erika has qualifications in Bach Flower Remedies, Intelligent Horsemanship and has completed courses through the British Horse Society, as well as being fully qualified and insured in Reiki and Equine Shiatsu. She added: "A lot of people will consider these treatments for their pets after they have exhausted every other method. "The message I really want to get across is not to wait until a person is really ill before considering this treatment as it will help prevent illness in the first place. "The therapy should be thought of as a treat, rather than something you only do when you have a problem." From the Yellow Advertiser 18 May 2006 
This week – Erika Sundt, 23, owner of Sundt Therapies, a mobile alternative therapy service. What does your job involve? As an alternative therapist, I practice Equine Shiatsu and Reiki on humans and animals. I believe it is important to work on both the animals and their owners. Shiatsu is a traditional hands-on Japanese healing art, which uses finger pressure to move channels of energy around the body. Reiki is a traditional Japanese healing art and involves influencing and strengthening a person or animal's life force or Chi. The job also involves driving to my clients and all the usual things associated with running your own business. What do you like about your job? I LOVE my job. I find it very rewarding when I see how the therapies I practice help both people and animals. It's great to see different people and build up a good rapport with regular customers. Clearly alternative therapies are not always the answer and medicines are needed. But the therapy I provide can help locate the problem and deal with it. What don't you like about your job? I find it frustrating when people are closed-minded and unwilling try alternative therapies. They can do no harm, so they are always worth a try. Running your own company can be stressful however and if you take any time off then the business just stops. It means your trade suffers if you're ill or want to go on holiday. What make you job easier? It makes things easier when people give me honest feedback on how they or their animals are feeling after a treatment. I prefer them to tell me if the therapies are not right. It's good to have a solid client base, but I also find that customers end up recommending the treatment to their friends and family. What do you do to relax? I love being outdoors and have loved being around animals all my life. I grew up with three cats and a Labrador and spent a lot of my time helping out with horses. I practise Yoga about once a week and really enjoy keeping fit. I try and get down to the gym two or three times a week too. |
