Touch is one of the basic forms of communications, yet many of us are afraid to touch those who need it most. The ‘m’ technique is different from massage. The 'm' stands for manual to separate it from massage.

Dr Jane Buckle created the 'm' technique® as a communication tool for nurses. Her patients were critically ill: many had breathing tubes and were unable to talk. She wanted to find a way of communicating with her patients and felt that touch was the way. She trained in massage, but found that much of what she learned was inappropriate in a critical care setting. So, she started experimenting with slow stroking movements. Gradually a pattern emerged and the 'm' technique® was born! After Dr Buckle moved to the USA, the 'm' technique® became an integral part of her certification program, Aromatherapy for Health Professionals. This program has been taught in almost every State in the USA since 1994 and is one of the most respected trainings in clinical aromatherapy. There are several certified RJBA instructors who teach the course now Dr Buckle has returned to the UK.

Janice Archer offers m-technique in central Scotland.