Melanie MH -
The Story Behind ... Lady MelRose
Yes, this is me — I was 5 years old then.
I grew up between the rural countryside of Italy and Germany.

I was surrounded by beautiful landscapes, fresh air and a simple way of life close to nature.
My grandparents had many fruit trees, olive groves, vegetable gardens, and even sheep, dairy cows and horses.
That rural childhood helped me develop a deep appreciation for nature and for the small, essential things in life. Since I was a child I have also been very shy and often found it difficult to express myself with words, so art soon became my language, while nature and animals became my inspiration and comfort.
At the age of 26 I moved to England for the first time to work and study. During that period I began reading many books on personal growth and discovered, for the first time, the world of holistic therapies.
After four years I had to return to Italy, where I started attending seminars on natural, holistic and bio-energetic healing practices. It was during this time that I realised how important mental and emotional well-being is, and how holistic therapies can help restore balance, support physical vitality and encourage a more positive state of mind.
I decided to become a professional therapist, and began studying to gain the qualifications that would allow me to return to England to work in this field.
In 2009 I qualified as a Massage Therapist in Milan and opened my own massage therapy studio while completing a three-year course in Naturopathy. My studies included Natural Nutrition, Herbal and Natural Remedies, Bach Flower Therapy, Traditional Mediterranean and Chinese Medicine, Bio-Harmonic Home Design, and holistic treatments such as Reiki, Reflexology and Shiatsu.
In 2011 I completed my training and qualified as a professional Naturopath. Alongside my private practice, I also collaborated with local natural health shops, working both as a Naturopathic Consultant and Holistic Therapist.
In 2017, at the age of 45, I finally moved back to London. Since then I have worked with well-known massage booking agencies as a Mobile Massage Therapist, receiving excellent feedback and reviews from clients. Privately I offer a wider range of massage treatments, personalised natural skincare formulations and online consultations.
In my free time I enjoy walking through natural parks, visiting castles and gardens, taking photographs of trees and flowers, researching, cooking good food, creating art and crafts, and writing.
Natural and holistic wellness has been a passion throughout my life, ... and I hope that one day you might share that passion too.
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Professional Training & Qualifications
Over the years I have completed professional training in both the United Kingdom and Italy in several areas of massage therapy, natural health and holistic wellness.

United Kingdom
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ITEC Diploma in Aromatherapy – Middlesex School of Complementary Medicine - Tutor: Margaret Pawlaczyk-Karlinski
Training focused on essential oils chemistry, therapeutic applications, skincare formulations and non-massage aromatherapy treatments.
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ITEC Diploma in Massage – London School of Massage
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Advanced Therapeutic Massage – London School of Massage
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Deep Tissue Massage – London School of Massage
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Myofascial Release Massage – Gateway Workshops
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Thai Yoga Massage – London School of Massage
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Natural Lift Face Massage Rejuvenation – Gateway Workshops - Tutor: Kate Hudson
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Luxury Spa Facial Training – Lead Academy
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ITEC Certificate in Diet and Nutrition – Middlesex School of Complementary Medicine
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Dermatology and Skincare – Thames College London
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Botanical Skincare Formulation – Formula Botanica
Italy
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Professional Diploma in Naturopathy (3-year course) – ANEA Accademia - Director & Reiki Tutor: Harry Tallarita
Studies included: Natural Nutrition, Herbal and Natural Remedies, Bach Flower Therapy, Traditional Mediterranean Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Bio-Harmonic Home Design and holistic treatments such as Shiatsu, Reiki and Reflexology.
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Advanced Bach Flower Remedies – Centro Studi Medicine Integrate
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Natural Nutrition – Istituto Rudy Lanza
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Body Massage – Oleos Accademia Milano
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Conscious Physics & Sacred Geometry – PHI Institute - Tutor: Dan Winter
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Pranic Healing – Institute of Inner Studies
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Paris Energy Method – Sothis
Early Artistic & Design Studies
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Fine Art Diploma (4-year course) – Liceo Artistico, Florence
Studies included: anatomy, drawing, painting, sculpture, art history and architectural design.
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Early studies in Architecture and Environmental Design - Kingston University
Personal Research & Continuing Studies
Alongside my professional training, I have always maintained a strong interest in independent research in areas such as:
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Diet, nutrition and herbal remedies for various conditions
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Emotional well-being, psychology and personal growth
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The relationship between environment, energy and wellbeing
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Ancient history, art and sacred geometry
…and many other subjects related to natural and holistic wellness.
