Duncan trained in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy and is registered with the Craniosacral Association (CSTA) and the International Affiliation of Biodynamic Trainings. Duncan has also done a postgraduate course on Mothers and Babies. He is also an assistant tutor on the Craniosacral Practitioner Training with The Craniosacral Educational Trust.
Duncan has found Craniosacral therapy to be a wonderful gentle, sensitive way of helping to repair, correct and support mind and body. Being particularly effective at the beginning of life but equally beneficial as the tides of time roll in.
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Kate Thompson KFAssoc LicAc MBAcC BSc(Hons.1)Ac
Kate is a Health Kinesiologist and Acupuncturist, and is a member of the Kinesiology Federation and the British Acupuncture Council. Kate studied Acupuncture to degree level, qualifying in 2006, and then progressed to Kinesiology, starting with the Touch For Health system, and then training to professional level in Health Kinesiology (HK).
At Holistic Health, Kate practices Health Kinesiology to address energetic blocks that either give rise to health issues or prevent healing. Muscle response monitoring and verbal questioning are used to ascertain the highest priority issues affecting the client, and the course of action required to restore physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.
Kate’s practice is informed by 15 years of experience in Vedic mantra meditation. She works primarily with the interfaces between the spirit, the emotions, the mind and the body’s energy systems using the 7 major chakras and the main and extra acupuncture meridians.
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As a young girl, Lara was affected by a number of physical ailments that were not eased or cured through conventional medicinal techniques. Taking matters into her own hands, Lara began to analyse every aspect of the influences in her life, making significant changes to her diet as a result.
Whilst the dietary regulation helped with the conditions to a degree, it became clear that the emotional state, in conjunction with diet and complementary medicines, were the central areas that could stimulate a beneficial change.
Through a combination of Gaia Healing, Bach Flower Remedies, and Deeper Acting Flower, Crystal and Gem essences, Lara was eventually able to clear the ailments for good that had affected her for so long.
Although Lara has always had a gift for healing, she honed her skills by studying with the Academy of Eternal Light in London, England. She has been a practicing healer since 2003.
Following this, Lara went on to study at the College of Vibrational Medicine, qualifying in 2004, whilst in 2006, she completed the Gaia Mastership training, which qualified her to teach Gaia Healing Foundation Courses, Levels 1 and 2.
Lara has a regular practice of meditation and yoga and is passionate about healthy eating to maintain balance in her life.
Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, Lara currently lives in London, England with her husband and two daughters.
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Maria del Mar Fernandez de la Calle
Maria is an Atlasprof ® (atlas profilax practitioner) and an Eternal light®, Gaia healer.
AtlasPROfilax® wellness treatment is a new technique to place the atlas, first vertebrae, in its correct position. The atlas is misaligned or luxated in most humans. This causes all kind of complains being the scoliotic pelvis the most clear to point out.
R. C. Schümperli, a massage therapist severely affected by atlas misalignment, developed in 1993, a method which is unique worldwide to correct a misaligned atlas with only one application, accurately, safely and permanently.
The AtlasPROfilax® application consists of a safe, strategic, non-chiropractic massage to the short muscle of the neck, to loosen the tension and allow the atlas to return to its natural position. A subsequent appointment to recheck the atlas and offering additional support for the self healing process is essential.
Maria is a member of the AtlasPROfilax® international association. For more information, please visit www.atlasprofilax.ch.
Maria also works with the Eternal Light® Healing system. Eternal light® is a high vibrational healing system anchored by Shimara Kumara. It has a base element –Gaia- and combines the strength of other 12 different planetary energies. These energies will only come through for the highest good of the recipient.
During the session the client lies fully clothed and in silence. The healer will work on the physical level and on the aura (energy field around our bodies). To receive the healing it is not necessary to have any especial believe, only a welcoming attitude towards the energies. After the session, a warm feeling of relaxation and well being is often experienced.
Eternal Light ®Healing may help to achieve a balanced mind, body and spirit. It is a very gentle, non-invasive and powerful way of dealing with issues that affect our lives.
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Karin practice Core Process Psychotherapy. She has completed 4 years of studies at Karuna Institute in Devon, and is currently working towards graduation.
Karin has been practicing Buddhism for more than 10 years, and Core Process Psychotherapy that is informed by Buddhist teachings together with western psychology felt very right to her.
Alongside with her interest in psychotherapy, Karin works creatively in fashion and costume making.
First consultation is free of charge, and the intention with the initial meeting is to meet each other and see what work we could do together. Karin offers sessions in English and Swedish.
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Tim Hawes joins the Holistic Health team as a Foot Health Professional, taking over Tracy’s work load while she has her baby, and staying on afterwards to develop this side of the business further.
Tim has been a Personal Trainer, and Bodyworker for seven years, and also teaches Pilates. He recently completed a Bsc in Neuro-muscular Bodywork, and has now decided to concentrate on Foot and Biomechanical work which is where his interest really lies.
He has completed the Foot Health Professional course at the SMAE Institute which furthered his knowledge of human movement, and the deformities that can occur. The course also introduced new ideas in the field of general health, and microbiology and its implications for foot health.
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Brigida is a Clinical Psychologist and a Medical Anthropologist. She is completing her Ph.D. in Social Anthropology, researching about body and food habits.
As a Shiatsu practitioner, she trained 3 years for her Shiatsu Diploma (2000-2003) and she has more than 5 years professional Shiatsu practice. She is member of Shiatsu International and the European Register for Professional Shiatsu Practitioners, which requires every year to attend updating seminars and to sustain a show evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
Her main fields of expertise are the harmonization of joints and posture and the treatment of back and shoulder pain. She is also an experienced teacher of relaxation techniques and oriental gym.
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Michael is a state registered osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council and a member of the British Osteopathic Association. He studied for 5 years at the British School of Osteopathy for his degree and has since trained in the use of the Niel-Asher technique for frozen shoulders.
Michael is an energetic and enthusiastic osteopath with a positive personality. He has a Holistic approach to treatment where he not only treats the injured and painful tissues but also endeavours to understand and remove the root cause of the problem. Michael has had great success by using the Niel-Asher Technique for the treatment of frozen shoulders. In most cases is able to restore patient to a full recovery in less than 10 weeks.
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Jarvia is a highly dedicated practitioner with over 15 years extensive experience in healthcare. Jarvia’s career began as a Diagnostic Radiographer in 1994. After she experienced the dramatic benefits of osteopathic treatments recovering from a snowboarding injury, she began to train at the British School of Osteopathy. The holistic and compassionate outlook the osteopaths had when considering health and illness, resonated profoundly with her personal ideologies and inspired her new career as an osteopath. As a student of Zen master, Thich Nhat Hanh, and yoga practitioner she places the principle of the interconnection of body and mind at the forefront of her healing work.
Her two year undergraduate research explored the osteopathic treatment and management of Pregnancy Related Pelvic Pain (PRPP) compared with standard care within the UK. Her skills in peri-natal care of expectant and new mothers developed further with a Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetric Osteopathy
Jarvia’s individually tailored treatments incorporate traditional osteopathic philosophies and principles, complemented by over ten years radiography experience and ongoing research and practice in Acupuncture and Neuromuscular Rehabilitation.
Jarvia enjoys treating patients of all ages and for a wide variety of conditions. She treats new/acute injuries and chronic problems. Many of her patients seek treatment to maintain good health and function. She is a recognised specialist with most major insurance companies.
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Amanda has been certified for Dynamic yoga with Godfrey Devereux; she is also a qualified personal trainer and exercise professional. She has a rich dance background, including professional Latin American dance, teaching and performing all over the world, from Puerto Rico to Holland. Her choreography has been displayed at corporate events, such as Nike fashion shows, as well as special events at Royal Albert Hall.
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Modern technology, environmental pollution, poor diet, and stress play a significant role in the decline of health today. By using natural therapies a naturopath is able to treat both acute and chronic ailments successfully.
Susse offers a wide range of naturopathic therapies including nutritional therapy, herbal medicine (Ayurvedic, Western) and Iridology consultations.
Susse is a registered Naturopathic practitioner trained in Nutritional therapy and Herbal Medicine at the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM) in London. Her training included Ayurvedic, Chinese and Western approaches to
improving health through lifestyle, stress management, detoxification with the use of herbs, nutrition and advanced diagnostic tools including Iridology.
The energetics side of nutritional and herbal medicine was also an integral part of her education and is used for treating clients on a constitutional level. Susse has also deepened her knowledge of Ayurvedic practices and herbs with continued training. Other therapies practiced by Susse include: Body composition analysis such as
Bio-Impedance Analysis (BIA) testing. Also First Line Therapy (FLT) which is a therapeutic lifestyle programme. Susse directs her focus on providing clients with the tools to enable optimal health and longevity.
Registered nutritional therapist wth B.A.N.T (www.bant.org.uk).
Registered herbalist & Iridology practitioner with the A.M.H
(www.associationofmasterherbalists.co.uk)
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Hayley Morgan began her training within the alternative therapies field back in 2002 and has continued her learning since then. Her training in EFT, PSYCH-K, NLP, Life Coaching and Reiki give her a range of powerful tools to utilize within each session.
Every session with Hayley is individually tailored to the client, but always with the intention of bringing about a significant shift and a change that can be felt after your time with her.
Hayley can work on any issue or problem that may have presented itself in your life, ensuring the session brings about a feeling of resolution but also giving you tools to take away so you can continue your healing and development yourself.
Hayley believes strongly in the power of thought, intention and the law of attraction, so expect to come away from a session feeling uplifted, focused and powerful about the next stage in your life. It’s your time to step forward and into the life you truly want.
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Jan has a long history of working in the health service as a nurse, midwife and health visitor. She also has counselling training and brings this collection of skills and variety of experience to her approach as a homeopath.
Jan trained for four years to become a homeopath at Middlesex University and the centre for Homeopathic Education. As a registered member of the Society of Homeopaths, she is involved in continuous professional development and education and practise according to the society’s professional codes of conduct and ethics.
Jan practises in east London treating patients of all ages with a large range of physical and emotional problems. She provides consultations for short-term problems as well as regular treatment for patients with long-term problems.
Jan aims to provide a relaxed and warm atmosphere and, to give every patient the opportunity to develop an understanding of homeopathy, of themselves, the homeopathic process and how they can benefit.
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Esi is a registered member of the Society of Homeopaths. She trained for four years at the Centre for Homeopathic Education, affiliated to Middlesex University and gained an additional three years specialist clinical training at homeopathic centres for children and trauma victims. She currently works at The Healthy Living Centre in Islington and The Keet Clinic in Covent Garden.
Esi creates a relaxed space for her clients, providing a rounded and individualised service, using both classical and practical approaches to homeopathy together with relevant lifestyle and dietary information. Many of her clients report that they find the consultation process particularly therapeutic.
Before homeopathy, Esi worked in the arts and media, often with leading organisations. She still enjoys helping adults and children to flourish creatively, assisting them to overcome anxiety issues or other physical and emotional impediments to performance.
Among Esi’s other interests is a desire to work with people experiencing the little known but growing problem of electrical sensitivity. As one of a very small number of complementary therapists with first hand experience of it, she is keen to work with other sufferers to address ways to manage their condition.
As a member of the Society of Homeopaths, she practices within the Society’s professional codes of conduct and ethics and make it a priority to address all my patients with the highest levels of respect, care and understanding.
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Inspired from his first lesson, Craig was immediately drawn to Yoga. He was encouraged by his teacher to develop his practise further. Drawn to the specific way in which Yoga benefits the body, breathing and consequently the mind, he has been influenced on the therapy of Yoga through practise of the Asanas (poses) and Pranayama (breath control). Craig enjoys the learning and connection that is developed and shared with his students.
Craig has studied and taught at the Iyengar Yoga Institute of South London (IYISL), and has also studied at The Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute (RIMYI) in Pune, India. Craig currently teaches at various organisations in London.
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Sarah Scharf is a massage practitioner and a yoga instructor whose work is rooted in her study of movement. She began professional massage training 10 years ago in
Sarah’s approach to holistic massage is grounded in Esalen-style, with particular focus to integrating the whole body and deep listening through touch. Her yoga is influenced by her exposure to such luminary teachers as Shiva Rea, Seane Corn, Tias Little, Mark Whitwell and Judith Lasiter.
Currently Sarah is pursuing a Master’s degree in Physical Theatre at the London International School of Performing Arts. She is continuously intrigued by the intersections of the healing and performing arts.
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Bridget has been working as a therapist since 1974. Her approach is integrative and humanistic. She works with the person who comes for sessions with her, accompanying them on their unique journey, providing an environment in which they are able to find their own inner wisdom, their own inner resources, which have not been available to them, and where they feel safe to go where they need to go. This environment is one of realness, acceptance and understanding. She is ready to work with any issues they bring. The dialogue between her and the person who comes for sessions is central, and around that, her range can extend from the spiritual and transcendental to bodywork and emotional release. She follows the lead of the person who comes for sessions, so it is up to them where they go. At the same time, she offers what she has to offer in the sessions.
The first session is half price, so both can decide whether it feels right to work together.
Bridget also leads FamilyConstellation workshops, teaches Bodywork and Emotional Release, and the Transcendental, on the Diploma in Counselling at Tower Hamlets College, and is planning to run Relationship Workshops.
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Pauline qualified as an Alexander Technique Practitioner in 1983. Since then she has gained experience working with a wide range of people. She has been one of the resident Alexander Technique Teachers at the Birmingham Conservatiore of Music since 1995 and has also taught at Royal Academy of Music. Pauline also teaches regularly at the Imperial College Health Centre as part of a multidisciplinary team of complementary health practitioners seeing staff, students and local residents. In 1993 Pauline completed a one year introductory course in group psychotherapy at the Institute of Group Analysis which she finds very helpful in her teaching.
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A member of the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA) currently qualified in Holistic massage, Aromatherapy, On-site massage, Deep tissue massage, Pregnancy massage, Reflexology and Reiki 1&2. Since first qualifying in 2004, Yuriko has continuously taken further courses to increase her skill set and knowledge in complementary therapies using a holistic approach to treatments. Yuriko is originally from
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Mary has been involved in health care for over 20 years. She originally trained as a nurse in the 80s, and went on to train as a massage therapist in 1990 after discovering the benefits of complementary medicine . She studied nutritional medicine at the Plaskett college, which was a turning point in her life. Mary qualified in 1993, and has been in practice since then. She feels passionate about healthy living, and enjoys working together with clients to bring the body back to balance . Mary is a member of BANT, the British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy. In addition to consultations, Mary holds workshops, and writes articles about healthy living. She is also involved in further study to enhance her skills as a practitioner. Eat well, Live well.
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Jo has been a physiotherapist since 1978. Jo is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and is registered with BUPA and all major insurance companies.
Her growing interest in stress and its effects on the body led her to undertake widespread post-graduate training in holistic and energetic medicine, which she incorporates into her physiotherapy treatments. Jo has been a reflexologist for 10 years and is extremely gifted in educating her clients in how to creatively maintain their own long-term health and well-being.
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Marianne Simonin is a qualified yoga teacher (BWY) and has been teaching Hatha Yoga for 20 years. Her interest in Ayurveda & Tantra has influenced her work and she encourages her students to realize the importance of personal practice.
Marianne is also a qualified massage therapist and has been practising for the past 15 years. She has a strong interest in Ayurvedic medicine and is also a qualified Level 1 Reiki Practitioner.
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Sally has returned from her sabbatical in France for a period of research and study! She is available for new and returning patients.
Sally is a mother of three, including twins. She trained at the College of Homeopathy and Centre of Homeopathic education in London. She is also a registered member of the Society of Homeopaths.
Sally believes in empowering patients to use homeopathy themselves and as well as treating patients she is available to run workshops for people interested in learning to use homeopathy at home in simple acute situations for themselves and their family.
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Lia has been a massage therapist for many years and has worked at Holistic Health for the last eight years. She is an experienced Capoeira practitioner and has worked extensively in Germany, France, Brazil and the UK. She also has a qualification in myofascial release.
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Beth qualified ten years ago as a relationship counsellor and psycho-sexual therapist and is an Accredited Member of BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and of BASRT (British Association of Sexual and Relationship Therapy). She holds Diplomas in Psycho-dynamic Marital and Couple Counselling and in Psycho-Sexual Therapy from London Marriage Guidance, and works in Holistic Health as a Relate Licensed Counsellor. She is happy to see couples or individuals who want to work on any aspect of their relationship. She also works in situations where relationships are ending and is a Family Consultant to Collaborative Lawyers, helping individuals through the divorce process.
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A dedicated and enthusiastic massage practitioner, whose bodywork skills are underpinned by her background in mainstream Physiotherapy. This coupled with her travels to Asia to study Thai Yoga, Thai Foot Massage and the power of Ayurveda give her treatments a wonderful credibility and allow Ola to combine these skills with western techniques.
Following on from her initial training as a Physiotherapist, Ola discovered a much greater passion for bodywork and pain relief. Her unique blend of mainstream, complementary and energy disciplines affords Ola a speciality in integrated massage therapy.
Ola believes that in tailoring a massage to the individual and their needs using multiple modalities, the results are much greater.
Treatments combine elements of shiatsu, Thai massage, Indian head, trigger points, lymphatic drainage and muscle energy techniques.
Ola feels very strongly that an active lifestyle along with general healthy living are the keys to lifelong good health. When she has time to relax, she can be found photographing the world or playing ping pong in London Fields.
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Julia Jeremiah takes a holistic view of massage, healing and life and believes that one cannot be separated from the other. The uppermost aim in her treatment is to equip everyone with an individual toolbox in order to become his or her own pathfinder and to be able to access the powers within. Julia was honoured and privileged enough to be guided and taught by wonderful teachers all over the world, who shared their knowledge and wisdom with beyond textbooks. Having studied and worked in Europe, Africa and India Julia feels dedicated and committed to share and offer her experiences and knowledge.
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Michael Patrick is a registered practitioner of the Bowen Technique. He has treated people of all ages from newborns to the elderly. He is experienced in treating a variety of conditions, and has had particular success treating clients with long-term injuries including shoulder and back pain, and RSI.
Michael is also a qualified specialist in Mind Body Bowen, which addresses the links between emotional and physical well-being. Many of Michael’s clients work in the fashion and media industry. Mind Body Bowen has proven extremely effective in helping them to release tension and retained stress, as well as helping with particular physical problems. Michael was motivated to become a Bowen Practioner after experiencing the technique himself. He went in preparation for a surgical operation, and found that the treatment had a huge impact on his physical well-being more generally. Michael is a full member of Bowtech.
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Indira is qualified as a Metamorphic Technician and Reflexologist. Whilst studying about Metamorphic Technique she became interested in Reflexology and went onto complete a course at The Central London School of Reflexology qualifying in 2005. Indira is a member of the Metamorphic Association and the Association of Reflexologists. Indira is also qualified as a Kundalini Yoga Teacher.
Fiona has been working in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine her entire working life, beginning with qualifying as a Massage Therapist in 1984 (Member of Embody) after she left school, and going on to become a Medical Herbalist in 1996 (Member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists). With the desire to pass some of her skills and knowledge on to others, Fiona gained her Teaching qualification (PGCE) in 2004.
She is trained in a variety of massage techniques including Hot Stone Fusion Massage, Medical Massage, and specialises in Massage for Pregnancy, Labour, and the Postnatal period. She brings a great deal of knowledge to this area of speciality, including being a Well Mother Teacher, qualified to teach Massage Therapists Pregnancy Massage, as well as combining her knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, Herbal Medicine, and Nutrition for Pregnancy.
Fiona has also trained in a variety of fields of energetic work including Reiki, Ear Acupuncture, and Flower Remedies and feels these complement her skills and enhance her Clinical Practice. She also makes her own Ear Candles and offers this treatment to her Clients.
In between running a practice from Holistic Health and a Home Clinic in Tulse Hill, SW2, she teaches short courses and workshops to Adults in different topics focussed around Herbal Medicine and Massage, including practical sessions on Making Herbal Remedies and Making Natural Skin Care Products, Labour Massage Techniques for Birth Partners, and HypnoBirthing.
Clare has been practising complementary treatments since 1996. She is the principal colonic hydrotherapist at Holisitic Health. She qualified with distinction and is registered with the Association and Register of Colon Hydrotherapists and, the Guild of Colon Hydrotherapists, the two leading governing bodies for hydrotherapy. She is also a fully qualified Aromatherapist gaining her diploma with the School of Holistic Aromatherapy. She is a member of the International Federation of Aromatherapists. Clare is also a Reiki practitioner.
Kieran is a fully qualified practitioner of acupuncture and a registered member of the ATCM. He has studied Traditional Chinese Medicine for 5 years atMiddlesex University. This included both acupuncture and herbal medicine, in addition to other techniques such as moxibustion and cupping therapy. He gained experience treating a wide range of conditions at theAsante Academy in Archway for 2 years, and also practised acupuncture for pain relief at the Whittington and North Middlesex hospitals. In his final year he received a diploma fromBeijing University after a 5 month placement at the Xiyuan and Zhongri hospitals where he received further training from some of China’s most experienced doctors.Kieran gained an interest in TCM through his background in Karate and believes the mental aspect of his training has been invaluable to his development as an acupuncturist.
Enthusiastic and passionate about Pilates, Natalia is a capable and experienced Pilates matwork teacher. Natalia qualified with Pilates foundation UK and continually updates her skills at postgraduate level.
A qualified practitioner, Joan is a registered member of the Craniosacral Therapy Association. She has extensive experience working with mothers and babies, children, women in pregnancy, musculo-skeletal issues and has worked with individuals with acquired brain injury and mental health issues. She is trained in Somatic Trauma Therapy and is a qualified Doula.
Joan is also an assistant tutor on the Anatomy and Physiology course with the CTET (Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust) and a supervisor of Craniosacral Therapy at the CTET student clinic in Islington.
Acupuncturist, registered midwife and member of the British Acupuncture Council.
Alison began her career in the NHS in 1968 as a nurse and then she moved on to midwifery. During the years of practice as a midwife she recognised the powerful ability of the body and mind to alter a process as dynamic as birth, which could not be understood using a modern medical model. This led her to train in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Alison enjoys the challenge of a general practice while at the same time specialising in pregnancy work.
Lorraine Cooper has been practising Sports and Remedial Massage since March 2004. She obtained a BTEC diploma from the London School of Sports Massage and is a member of the Sports Massage Association (SMA). Lorraine also has a qualification in Myofascial Release Techniques and incorporates this into her massage treatments. Lorraine is also qualified in Indian Head Massage.
Karyn Chappell is an enthusiastic and capable Pilates Foundation Matwork Teacher. She enjoys teaching and encouraging others to reach their goals and true potential. Karen also has an extensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology and can adapt the Pilates class to suit most clients. Her specialist interest is sports injuries and rehabilitation. She uses Pilates to help maintain form during injury and to speed up recovery. Karyn is trained in the use of small equipment such as hand weights, resistance bands, gym balls and overballs.
An enthusiastic and ethical Podiatrist who is committed to postgraduate learning, Tracy has a caring and friendly approach and this is extended to both patients and colleagues. Articulate, enthusiastic, and with a warm approach to patient care, she has utilised her innate abilities to connect with people on many different levels; her excellent communication and patient management skills were nurtured during her time spent in general practice. Combining these attributes with several years in senior practice management roles has uniquely equipped Tracy with a wonderful balance of practice management ability and, more importantly, patient care.
Tracy’s natural empathy and a desire to work more directly with patients were the deciding factors in her subsequent training and qualifying.
The culmination of her industry, tenacity and overriding desire to help people is Tracy’s 2008 acquisition of Holistic Health. She is committed to continuing the excellence established by its founder, Josephine Smith Oliver, to whom Tracy feels great personal and professional admiration, and also to develop Holistic Health in ways that continue to meet the ever-growing and shifting needs of its current and future client base.
Tracy is registered with the Health Professions Council, and is a member of the British Chiropody and Podiatry Association. She keeps up to date with all the latest developments in the field, and constantly updates her skills at postgraduate level. Tracy is currently studying a postgraduate degree at Durham University and has been accepted onto the next Masters in Podiatric Surgery at Glasgow Caledonian. She specialises in Biomechanics and Podo-Paediatrics (the study of infant feet and their development).
Shirley Briggs qualified in a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychosynthesis Counselling at the University of East London in July 2000.
Heidi is currently away training to become an Osteopath. We are proud of her journey and welcome her back to Holistic Health once she has finished training.
Heidi practices Holistic Massage and Sports Massage at Holistic Health, holding both ITEC and APNT qualifications for these treatments. She also holds a BSc(hons) in Herbal Medicine and is a member of the BCMA .
Treatments are tailored to the individual. This is achieved by enquiring about individual preferences, taking a brief case history and targeting problem areas identified by the patient and Heidi before/during the treatment . The aim of the treatment is to provide therapeutic relief from pain and stiffness as well as leaving patients relaxed and refreshed.
Anstey is a qualified STOTT PILATES trained instructor. She has a wide background in creative movement and voice and has worked with a large cross-section of the community, ranging from the very young to the frail and elderly. Anstey is also a PSI (Posture Stability Instructor) from the Later Life training group. Anstey’s classes are very much dependent on the individual participants.