Orsi at The Massage Rooms

Clients often rebook with Orsi thanks to her excellent technique and warm, friendly manner. Here is Orsi’s story, in her own words.

Orsi

My interest in massage therapy grew from two experiences that felt life-changing at the time.

The first was when I was 15. I was referred for therapeutic massage by a local osteopath to help with ongoing pain. The difference afterwards was remarkable — my long-standing migraines improved significantly. It felt as if a heavy weight had lifted from my neck, and it set me on a new path.

The second came years later, when I received my first - and still the most memorable -  relaxation massage. Maria, a close friend from my hometown in Hungary, is also a massage therapist. Her session was incredible. Experiencing it made me realise that, although I had qualified in nursing, hands-on bodywork was what I truly wanted to pursue.

As I felt the benefits, my mind opened: this is what I want to do with my life. I wanted to learn massage - and make it my work. I’d found my vocation and still remember thinking:

Yes! Massage is my life!

I soon started formal training and joined a leading massage academy in Hungary. I enrolled on a medical massage course at a rheumatology clinic in Eger.

I loved the course and, over the next two years, qualified to work safely with common musculoskeletal issues. I practised with many clients during training and learned something from every treatment.

Our curriculum covered practical approaches for everyday muscle, joint and postural discomfort. I’ve supported clients to feel more comfortable through massage techniques, always within scope and alongside any guidance from their healthcare professionals.

I also used elements of sports massage to help active people manage tightness from things like lower-back strain, bursitis, tennis elbow or hamstring issues.

If you have the chance, I recommend visiting the Hungarian city of Eger - it’s beautiful and close to famous thermal spas.

I believe the human body is a wonderful gift. Understanding how it works helps us look after ourselves day to day.

I became curious about holistic approaches at thirteen, reading how parts of Asia view health and wellbeing differently to purely physiological models. I feel that some Asian massage techniques can be more complex to master and carry a deeper meaning. For me, great massage is an art: it blends anatomy knowledge with an open mind toward the subtler aspects of relaxation and awareness.

Those ideas made me feel more positive every day - and shaped the person I am now.

When I moved to London, I joined The Massage Rooms as an independent mobile therapist. I enjoy the variety of clients and the freedom to manage my own schedule while focusing on great hands-on work. One practical bonus of working this way is travelling light — many clients prefer floor or bed-based treatments at home, so I rarely need to carry a massage table trolley around the Underground.

There are many platforms in London that connect clients with massage therapists, but this setup suits me. I value the flexibility of freelancing and the chance to keep learning every day.

Mobile work keeps me active - I walk a lot between bookings and up and down Underground steps. It’s good exercise alongside the physical nature of massage itself, whether I’m doing a relaxing session or a more targeted sports-style treatment.

My approach builds on my clinical training but is always tailored to each person. I especially enjoy working on backs, necks and shoulders - modern desk life means these areas deserve extra care.

Thanks for reading a little about why I love being a massage therapist in London. I’m naturally friendly and open, and my simple motto is:

Care with a smile!

Note: Massage is a non-medical, non-diagnostic service and isn’t a substitute for medical care. Please consult your GP or relevant healthcare professional for medical concerns.