Shiatsu · Seiki · Do-In · Campo de Ourique, Lisbon
Deep shiatsu therapy in Lisbon
Release stress, tension and emotional overload, and feel at home in your body again.
Over 30 years of practice. Sessions in English, Portuguese and French, in a calm practice in Campo de Ourique.
Google reviews
Why people come back
5.0
★★★★★
Based on 33 reviews on Google
★★★★★
“I’ve been coming to Shiatsu therapy with Alice for a few months. Alice is a real expert and very attuned! It’s amazing how quickly she diagnoses and identifies the areas of blockage for each problem. I can see big improvements in different areas since I started the therapy, both physical and mental. I strongly recommend her!”
Yael M. · Google review
★★★★★
“What an amazing experience. This was my first shiatsu and Alice was incredibly perceptive, picking up and focussing on numerous minor ailments that I’d previously ignored. Highly recommend.”
Richard W. · Google review
★★★★★
“As an athlete I really care about quality of the treatment. Alice is super attentive and takes her time to really assess your concerns and deliver a real experience of regaining the vitality of your body. Would recommend 100%”
Ian Fortuna · Google review
★★★★★
“Alice is an excellent shiatsu practitioner. No-nonsense, yet clearly very skilled. She knows exactly what she’s doing and has a calm, confident way of working that makes you relax almost immediately. She really listens, both to your body…”
Lisboneye · Google review
★★★★★
“Alice is an exceptional professional, her massage felt like a completely reset for my body. It has become a monthly must. Highly recommend!”
Alma Mayo · Google review
★★★★★
“I highly recommend sessions with Alice. I had a 30-minute discovery session, and it was a wonderful experience. I felt very relaxed, calm and rejuvenated.”
Katarzyna Cholewa · Google review
What shiatsu helps with
Feel at home in your body again
Deep, attentive shiatsu to release tension, calm the nervous system and restore your natural balance. Many people feel the difference after the very first session.
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Digestive comfort
Softening through the diaphragm and abdomen, more ease after meals.
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A calmer nervous system
A clearer head and slower breathing within minutes.
03
Lower back & hips
Gentle decompression, lighter walking, less tension.
04
Neck & shoulders
More space, less grip, easier movement.
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Emotional load
Feeling more present in your body, with less mental noise.
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Deeper sleep
People report falling asleep faster, waking up less and resting more deeply.
Treatments
How I can support you
Every session is adapted to you: your body, your energy and what you need on that day.
Zen shiatsu
Rhythmic pressure along the meridians to release tension, calm the nervous system and restore your energy.
Seiki
Subtle, intuitive energy work that gives blocked areas the space they need to let go.
Shiatsu for children
Gentle, respectful touch for children aged 7 to 12: calmer nights, better focus.
Shiatsu in pregnancy
Support through pregnancy, birth preparation and recovery: nausea, back pain, heavy legs.
Your therapist
Alice Rigot
30+ years of practice · Sessions in English, Portuguese and French · Shiatsu, Seiki, Do-In
My philosophy
My practice is built on a core belief: Eastern medicine is a powerful tool for prevention. I see shiatsu not just as relaxation, but as an essential complement to conventional healthcare: a way to address imbalances and release energy blockages before they manifest as illness, restoring the body’s natural harmony.
My training
My touch is grounded in rigorous training: five years of intensive study of traditional shiatsu (Iokai Shiatsu Academy Europe). Beyond the fundamentals, I have developed deep expertise in Do-In and Seiki, which allows me to adapt every session to exactly what your system needs in that moment.
My journey
For over three decades, this passion has driven my work. Before settling in Lisbon, where my heart truly lies, I ran a practice in Luxembourg for many years. Today I continue to support a loyal client base across Europe, occasionally returning to Paris to treat long-standing clients.
Your session
What to expect
1
Arrival
A short conversation about your needs and how you feel today.
2
The session
Fully clothed, on a futon. Gentle, rhythmic pressure, stretches and holds.
3
Deep reset
Your nervous system downshifts: a quiet mind and a lighter body.
4
Aftercare
Water, rest and simple tips to make the benefits last.
Wear loose, comfortable clothes. Curious about the deeper benefits? Read my articles.
Prices & booking
Choose your session
Discovery
30€ / 30 min
Perfect if you are new to shiatsu or curious about my approach: experience the touch, talk about your needs and see if we are a good fit.
✦ Most chosen
Signature
70€ / 60 min
The complete experience: deep therapeutic work on chronic tension, thorough nervous system regulation and lasting restoration. The ideal choice for regular care.
Children
50€ / 45 min
For children aged 7 to 12, who are very receptive to shiatsu. Read more about shiatsu for children.
Packages
5 sessions · 325€
10 sessions · 600€
From your second session: regular care at a better rate.
Small budget? A reduced rate is available on request. Just ask.
The method
Shiatsu
Zen shiatsu was developed by the great Japanese master Shizuto Masunaga. Learn more about Masunaga
Ki is considered the life force within each of us, driving the vital organs and our energy levels. It follows meridians, and its access points are called tsubos.
Recharging the meridians with ki can initiate deep healing of the mind and body, releasing pain, tension and associated symptoms.
Shiatsu is a treatment based on the knowledge of Chinese medicine. Like acupuncture, shiatsu uses the body’s energy points to restore lost balance and regain healing power.
By applying pressure with the hands, thumbs and elbows to points on the body, shiatsu works on the person’s energy, as well as stretching and mobilising the joints.
Energy work
Seiki
Making space for energy,
opening and allowing,
fully inhabiting our entire body.
Why aren’t we always completely at ease in our bodies? Why do we sometimes experience emotions that block us and prevent us from enjoying life, even when we “should” be happy? Because emotions are energy. To feel alive, our energy must flow freely, because the nature of energy is movement.
For various reasons (difficult emotional experiences, falls, accidents, illnesses), certain areas of our body can become rigid. These blockages create knots and tensions that hinder us physically, emotionally and mentally. These areas become “uninhabited” parts of us, where life is frozen, because we no longer know how to access them or because it frightens us.
As its founder, Kishi Akinobu, said: “My technique is not a technique.” Seiki is an intuitive practice of “doing by not doing” (Wei wu Wei), the art of waiting, of making a diagnosis without asking questions (Fu Mon Shin). Seiki energy is the original energy of life. During a session, the practitioner uses their own energy to create resonance and provide the space needed for blockages to release.
The goal: to reconnect with our body as a whole, restore unity and rediscover our vital energy, rekindling the desire to live and allowing us to fully realise our potential.
Life would be meaningless if it were created to be a burden.
How it works
The healing process
If a child falls and hurts himself, he will take comfort in the arms of his parents or carer, perhaps cry loudly, then go back to playing as if nothing had happened. At this age, a child is still in touch with his ki energy: no deep tension blocks the flow, and by receiving comfort and reassurance his ki starts moving again and self-healing occurs.
Traumas arise when physical and emotional shocks have not been acknowledged and the body has not been able to heal itself, building up tension. Over time, further shocks and tensions accumulate and the body is less and less able to self-heal. It becomes more and more difficult for the life force to circulate, and these deep tensions can create chronic pain and lead to illness.
Shiatsu pressure awakens this dormant life energy. Over a series of sessions, tensions are released and traumas alleviated. The number of sessions varies, as we are all unique, each with our own rhythm, but the sense of self-healing begins immediately.
Do-In, courses & daily inspiration
Become the architect of your own well-being
My goal has always been to empower people. We all have the capacity for self-regulation: our vital energy is our healing energy, and it is essential to keep it flowing every day so we are not blocked by our emotions or our lifestyle.
I offer simple tools to maintain this flow and unlock your potential: self-shiatsu and stretching (Do-In), sound work and meditation, as well as ways to make your mind an ally rather than an enemy, so you can go through life’s difficult periods with serenity and joy.
“I recently attended a self-shiatsu and Do In workshop with Alice and it was an incredible experience. Alice is extremely knowledgeable and you can truly feel her deep expertise when she explains the principles and techniques…”
★★★★★ Marion Quemard · Google review
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear to my session?
Comfort is key. Traditional shiatsu is received fully clothed on a futon on the floor. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing made of natural fibres (like cotton or linen) that lets you move your limbs easily. Avoid jeans, skirts or thick sweaters. You can change at the practice if needed.
How many sessions will I need?
A single session brings immediate relief and deep relaxation, but the benefits of shiatsu are cumulative. For chronic issues or long-held stress patterns, a series of sessions is usually recommended to retrain the body towards balance. We can discuss a personalised plan after your first session.
Does shiatsu hurt? How deep is the pressure?
Shiatsu should never cause sharp pain. The pressure can feel deep, especially on areas of chronic tension, but it should always feel like a “good”, releasing pressure. My approach, influenced by Seiki, is deeply intuitive: I constantly adapt the depth of touch to what your body is asking for. If anything ever feels too intense, just tell me.
How will I feel after the session?
Most people feel deeply relaxed, grounded and mentally clear, with a sense of lightness as tension releases. It is also very common to feel tired or drowsy afterwards: your nervous system is switching into “rest and repair” mode. I recommend keeping the rest of your day light and drinking plenty of water.
I have a specific medical condition. Can I still receive shiatsu?
Shiatsu and Seiki are very safe and supportive, but precautions are necessary for certain conditions. During our first session I will ask you the necessary questions: please tell me about your condition, past accidents, illnesses and operations, and any current illness.
Why are Seiki and shiatsu sessions different lengths?
As a general rule, an energy healing session should not last more than 60 minutes. Energy work has a profound effect and can be destabilising while balance is being restored, so “moving” too much energy in one session is not recommended. Since Seiki is more energetic than shiatsu, shorter sessions are essential: the effect does not depend on the length of the treatment.
I am pregnant. Is shiatsu safe for me?
Yes. In early pregnancy, strong pressure on certain specific points should be avoided. Every shiatsu therapist knows these points and avoids them during treatment. Shiatsu can help with nausea in early pregnancy and throughout the pregnancy itself, making it an even more enjoyable experience. Read more about shiatsu for pregnant women.
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Contact
Let’s connect
Shiatsu Lisboa · Alice Rigot
Rua Almeida e Sousa nº11, R/C
1250-064 Lisboa · Campo de Ourique
