I was always fairly well as a child and if we were poorly it was a glass of warm milk before bed.  So taking painkillers wasn't something that really happened in our household.  At 17 I was diagnosed with severe asthma - I had an audible rattle in my chest!  It felt strange for me to suddenly be reliant on medication and to be in the situation where I always had to have it to hand.

 

As I grew older the inhalers became part of my day-to-day regime and I was never without them.  It didn't bother me that much but was always at the back of my mind as I much preferred to deal with coughs, colds, aches and pains without medication.

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I stumbled on homeopathy about 25 years ago to treat migraines.  Not understanding the concept at that time I selected a remedy (Silica, I think it was) based purely on the description on a note card.  It did the trick for a while which was wonderful.  My asthma has since been treated successfully with homeopathy and now I am an avid runner!  My breathing is still my weak area so it is an ongoing area of work.
 

Years later I got to the point in my life where I was restless in my work and was searching for something more fulfilling.  I met a girl in Thailand who was training to be a Naturopath and it intrigued me.  On my return to Blighty I investigated a bit more and, not finding any suitable taster courses, signed up to a beginner Homeopathy course instead.  I was hooked!

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I qualified as a homeopath in 2014, graduating from the Centre for Homeopathic Education, with a First Class BSc degree underwritten by Middlesex University.

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My Reiki training was my first step towards working with people in a hands-on way and I have found that Reiki is a great complement to most therapies.  Reiki is a wonderful therapy that can effectively reduce stress and encourage the body's own innate healing abilities.  My experience in using Reiki with clients led me to train in further holisitic therapies to bring whole-body healing in as many was as I can and I have added more holistic therapies to my practice.  I am also a Reiki Master and can facilitate your Reiki level 1 and 2 training.

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Following my Reiki training, where I discovered I quite enjoy getting my hands on people.... I trained in facial massage and head massage.  The next logical approach was to branch out into bodywork. starting with Swedish massage - the most common form of body massage.  I have gone on to train in a vast number of body massage techniques and modalities, deepening my knowledge and experience in working with all sorts of people going through all sorts of different experiences and life changes.  

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My work now often takes a fusion approach in that I may draw on my many techniques and skills to give you the best outcome.  This may include some impromptu stretching and showing you yoga shapes or lifestyle changes that may be beneficial.

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And now I have also completed my yoga teacher training!  I have been practicing yoga on and off for more than half my life and it fits so well with what I already offer.  So click on YOGA here or on the top menu to find have a look at when and where I am teaching.  My specialties at the moment are calming and introspective yin yoga and a fun and gentle yoga flow with opportunity for progression. 

 

Do also look at my events for upcoming retreats, sound baths and other collaborations  You will find this under Workshops and Retreats.