about the cambridge massage company
The Cambridge Massage Company is headed by Sophie Whiffen MICHT, IIHHT, VTCT, ATL, who started her career in massage 18 years ago.
After discovering the emotional and physical benefits of massage while travelling through Indonesia aged 20, she returned to the UK to train as a therapist. After graduating, Sophie specialised in fertility and pregnancy treatments, working in various clinics in Cambridge and Chelsea, the healing fields of some of the UK’s best music festivals, as well as blue chip companies in the city.
After becoming a mother herself in 2009 and seeing the effects of chronic stress and ill-health due to sedentary work and modern-day living, she realised there needed to be a way for people to reap the benefits of massage in a more mainstream way.
Understanding that everyone is unique to their schedules, whether that’s work, motherhood or other commitments, The Cambridge Massage Company was born, bringing a luxury massage service to the workplace and home, as well as their city-centre studio.
Sophie is a sought after therapist who’s professionalism and client discretion is paramount. Her client base includes A-list celebrities and royalty.
Meet the team
Sophie Whiffen
Founder & Complementary Therapist
Sophie has 18 years hands on and teaching experience, specialising in fertility and pregnancy treatments.
She has a real passion for her work and loves nothing more than leaving clients relaxed and feeling a lot lighter!
Qualifications
- VTCT Swedish Massage
- VTCT Aromatherapy
- VTCT Indian Head Massage
- VTCT Reflexology
- Diploma Anatomy + Physiology
- Diploma Pregnancy Massage
- Diploma Maternity Reflexology
- Diploma Reflexology for Fertility
- Diploma Aromatherapy in Pregnancy
- Certificate Hopi Ear Candling
- Certificate Lomi Lomi Massage
- Diploma Crystal Therapy
- Diploma Hot & Cold Stone Massage
- Certificate Natural Lift Facial Massage
- Certificate Cupping
- Diploma Deep Tissue Massage
- Diploma Warm Bamboo Massage
- Diploma Warm Salt & Herb Poultice Massage
- Level II Reiki
Member of The Federation of Holistic Therapists
Claudia Loechel
Complementary Therapist
Claudia is a dedicated massage therapist with a passion for health and fitness. She loves using the gym and running with her dog, and knows the importance of keeping yourself healthy and free from pain.
Chronic injuries in the past sparked her interest in massage treatments to improve recovery and prevent injuries.
After many years serving the world of science, Claudia trained as a massage therapist and is now equally passionate about helping others on their personal journey to healing and wellbeing.
Her massage treatments are tailored to the individual needs of the clients to release muscular tension and de-stress the mind.
Qualifications
- Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
- Diploma in Advanced Deep Tissue
- Diploma in Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Diploma in Natural Lift Facial Massage

Harriette Trew
Complementary Therapist
Harriette studied massage in Brighton where she received her diploma in Holistic Therapy.
She learnt how to treat the body as a whole and the power of massage for a natural pain relief option. She also completed her anatomy, physiology and pathology course, gaining a broad understanding of how the body reacts to stress and pain.
Harriette believes that holistic medicine is just as important as modern medicine.
Qualifications
- Level 4 Diploma Swedish Massage
- Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology
- Level I Reiki

Ashleigh Holmes
Complementary Therapist
A passionate student of the mind-body connection, embodied wisdom and preventative health, Ashleigh has been a Massage Therapist since 2014.
Whilst raising a family, she has experienced many therapy modalities as a way of dealing with stress and finding rest. By doing this, she came to the understanding that massage is one of the most beneficial mediums to self care, and takes great pride in offering the opportunity to get out of your mind, in to your body and release mental and physical stress and anxiety.
Qualifications
- ITEC Massage
- Level I and II Reiki
- Certificate Aromatherapy
- Certificate Indian Head Massage
- Certificate Pregnancy Massage
- Certificate Cupping
- Certificate Deep Tissue Massage
- Certificate Hot Stone Massage
- Certificate Warm Bamboo Massage

Peri Tsim
Complementary Therapist
Peri is qualified in Swedish and deep tissue massage, and is a member of Federation of Holistic Therapies. She is thrilled that her dream of becoming a massage therapist has become a reality. She knows that if our bodies aren’t happy, then we aren’t happy.
Peri is passionate about caring for people, and believes massage has the power to help us feel emotionally, mentally and physically better.
Qualifications
- ITEC Massage
- Certificate Deep Tissue Massage
- Certificate Aromatherapy
- Certificate Indian Head Massage
- Certificate Pregnancy Massage
- Certificate Cupping
- Certificate Hot Stone Massage
- Certificate Warm Bamboo Massage