Complementary Therapies
ACUPUNCTURE Richard Jackson
5 Element Acupuncture is a profound and powerful treatment which addresses the root cause of patterns of disharmony in the body. Using the well-proven Chinese system of meridians, the practitioner aims to determine where there is an imbalance, and to restore the harmony, often through a deeper spiritual and mental approach. This can give a profound sense of well-being and calm.
Headaches, hypertension, irritable bowel, hayfever and asthma are some of the conditions shown to benefit from treatment. Others include gynaecological problems such as PMS, bloating, period pain and issues relating to male and female fertility.
Richard Jackson has practised acupuncture in SW London since 1999, and prior to that in North London and Oxford. He has a particular interest in sub-fertility issues.
OSTEOPATHY Marcia Hugall BSc (Hons) Ost.
Osteopathy is a patient centred manual therapy that may be helpful in treating conditions such as back pain, neck and shoulder pain, all joint pain, whiplash and soft tissue injury.
Techniques include; soft tissue therapy with manipulation and adjustment; lymphatic drainage; myofascial release, visceral and cranial sacral osteopathy.
Pre and post natal mothers may benefit from treatment, as do babies with birth related trauma, colic and disrupted sleep patterns.
It has also been shown to help children with learning and behavioural difficulties.
Marcia Hugall is a fully qualified, GOsC registered Osteopath. She is a member of the British Osteopathic Association, and a committee member of the London Osteopathic Society
www.marciahugallosteopath.co.uk
REFLEXOLOGY Jo Pearce
Reflexology is a method of bringing about relaxation, balance and healing in the body, through stimulation of specific points on the feet and hands. It is based on the concept that every part of the body is connected by energy pathways which end in reflex points on the feet, hands or head. By working over these reflexes in a precise and systematic way and by applying controlled pressure, the reflexologist is able to help the body achieve its own natural state of good health.
Reflexology is particularly effective in treating poor cardio-vascular or lymphatic circulation, stress related conditions, musculo-skeletal pain, hypertension, asthma, headaches, migraine, insomnia, sinus congestion, bowel disorders, and many gynaecological conditions.
Jo Pearce qualified in 1998. She has experience with a wide variety of conditions, and especially enjoys working with expectant and new mothers.
NLP, TIME LINE THERAPY © Sally Roberts
Sally is a Master Practitioner of NLP, which stands for Neuro Linguistic Programming. Simply put, this is a way of understanding how we do what we do, and how we represent our experiences to ourselves. When we understand this, we can choose to change what isn't working, to stop or alter a behaviour, or to model excellence and be more effective.
Time Line Therapy © and Hypnotherapy are techniques used with NLP to allow you to access your powerful 'other than conscious' mind, and trust your own intuitive ability.
COUNSELLING Scott Kirk, C. Psychol
There are many different approaches to counselling or 'talking therapy'. Their common aim is to offer techniques of support and help to the patient so that they feel able to face and ulitmately overcome emotional issues in their life.
'Humanistic' approaches literally offer support and encourage the patient to express their thoughts and feelings. For some people, this encouragement and acceptance is enough for the patient to gain a greater confidence in their own intuitive abilities in resolving issues.
Other patients feel the need for greater assistance in overcoming their distress. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) involves both the therapist and patient looking for negative, unhelpful thoughts and behaviours which are the source of their negative moods and symptoms in their current life. Strategies can then be introduced to help practice alternative ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is currently the most successful and most popular of the counselling approaches for many emotional issues.
A few patients prefer to gain a greater understanding of their long-term, unresolved issues. A 'Psychodynamic' approach can help the patient understand unhelpful patterns in their current life and how they are connected to childhood issues. This understanding helps the patient to disconnect their current life from unhelpful values and beliefs from the past.
Scott Kirk is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist. Having worked in a number of careers, he became interested in Psychology in 1993. He completed his BSc degree in 2001, MSC in 2004 and Post Graduate Diploma in 2006 all at London Guildhall University. This made him eligible for chartered Status the same year. He offers an 'integrated approach' of all three of the above approaches, mainly focusing on CBT. Affecting change in patients is more likely to be successful if they are offered the type of approach they feel most comfortable with.
Areas covered include: Depression, low self-esteem, childhood issues, anxiety and panic states, relationships, bereavement, anger, obsessional and eating disorders.
REIKI, USUI SHIKI RYOHO Grainne Warner
Reiki (pronounced ‘Ray-key’) means “universal life energy” and is a powerful system of natural hands-on healing originating in Japan which relieves physical stress and pain, as well as working on deeper mental and emotional levels to create a renewed sense of health and balance. Reiki supports all forms of treatment, both conventional and complementary and is often used to help speed up recovery. Reiki helps to boost the immune system, release toxins from the body, encourage good circulation and digestion, calm the mind and emotions and restore harmony to the whole being.
During a treatment, ‘Ki’ is channelled through the practitioner’s hands into the client who remains fully clothed. The Reiki practitioner places their hands in a series of non-intrusive positions on the body, holding each position for several minutes. Each person experiences Reiki in a different way and there is usually an overall feeling of well being, peace and relaxation after a treatment. Grainne is a Reiki Master who has trained with Reiki Alliance Master, Tripuri Dunne since 2000 and she teaches Reiki levels I and II as well as offering Reiki treatments in her South London practise.
BACH FLOWER REMEDIES Grainne Warner
“Good health is harmony, rhythm, when we think positively, constructively, happily. Ill health is when we think negatively, unhappily, destructively.” Nora Weeks – Dr. Bach Centre.
The 38 Bach Flower Remedies are a system of natural healing developed in the 1930’s by Dr. Edward Bach for the relief of negative attitudes and moods which hinder our enjoyment of life and are regarded as contributory factors in the cause of physical and emotional suffering.
By observing our moods and emotions and through consultation with a Bach Consultant, we can identify that state or mixture of states which is present and so take the required remedies to gently bring ourselves back to centre and free ourselves from our suffering. The Bach remedies are a complete system in themselves and can also act as a supportive therapy with other forms of treatment. They are very gentle in their action and can be taken by all ages.
Gráinne has trained as a Bach Flower Consultant over a number of years with the Bach Foundation and she adheres to their code of practise.
METAMORPHIC TECHNIQUE Grainne Warner
The Metamorphic technique is a simple technique which helps us to tap into our own innate life force and gently transform our patterns in the way that is right for us, moving us from where we are to where we can be. It is empowering, non-invasive and gentle with no need to diagnose, discuss any personal problems or take a case history. Metamorphic Technique allows people to make deep inner changes without focusing on the past. People often find the technique at times of great difficulty or transition and it can really help to support them at these times.
The practitioner uses a light touch on points called the spinal reflexes in the feet, hands and head which correspond to the time preceding birth when many of our personal patterns and characteristics are established. This acts as a catalyst to allow the person to access their own inner Life Force and bring about self-healing by changing those patterns that no longer serve us. This technique is beneficial to all, including those suffering from any form of illness or severe stress, children and pregnant women.
Gráinne is a member of the Metamorphic Association.
www.metamorphicassociation.org.uk
HOPI EAR CANDLING Grainne Warner
Ear candles have been used by many cultures as a natural therapy since ancient times. The Biosun candles used are a hollow tube made out of cotton flax and impregnated with beeswax, honey, sage, St.John’s wort, chamomile and beta-carotene. The candle has a chimney effect with a mild suction action when lit. This gently massages the eardrum, regulates pressure within the head and promotes better blood and lymph circulation. Impurities are drawn out and vapours which help calm and sooth the nervous system are inhaled through the nose.
Ear candling works on all levels, physical, emotional and subtle and for all ages. Benefits include relief from headaches, excessive ear wax, tinnitus, ear aches, sinus problems, catarrh, rhinitis, and pressure regulation. As the ear, nose, sinuses and throat are all interconnected the candles regulate and balance the whole upper respiratory tract. People often describe a soothing, light sensation in the ear and head, gentle sounds and a wonderful feeling of relaxation during a treatment.
Grainne did her training with Mary Dalgleish and Lesley Hart who have written a wonderful book about ear candling called Ear Candling in Essence. Biosun candles are based on the Native American Hopis’ traditional formula and are a registered medical product under EU regulations for Thermo-Auricular Therapy.
INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE Grainne Warner
Indian Champissage works on the physical, mental and subtle levels and is a de-stressing programme for the whole body. The therapy includes massage of the head, face, neck, upper arms and shoulders - the areas that accumulate high levels of tension. It balances energy and is a fantastic way to relax.
DR HAUSCHKA / REJUVANESSENCE / INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE Lynne Sidley
Dr. Hauschka skin-care preparations stimulate the skin's natural ability to re-establish its balance, supporting the normal functioning of the skin throughout all ages of life. Wherever possible all herbs and plants used are grown bio-dynamically or organically and the manufacturing process is done by hand. The 'Classic 2 hour facial' is a 'total mind, body and spirit fest' (Harpers and Queen). Lynne also offers a 'Total body treatment' massage, using Dr. Hauschka healing oils, which uses light rhythmical strokes to strengthen and balance the body. A truly holistic treatment to relax, deep clean rebalance and nourish the skin.
Rejuvanessence is a precise light touch massage which gently lifts the face to give it a more youthful, healthy look. Although light touch and using no creams oils or lotions, this special massage technique communicates on a very deep level, leaving people looking and feeling happier.
Indian Head Massage is a highly beneficial 'stress-busting' therapy where the back, shoulders, head, neck and face are gently and/or firmly and rhythmically massaged to release tension and restore balance.
Lynne Sidley has worked in South London for 8 years. Initially trained in Reflexology and Rejuvanessence she developed her holistic approach to beauty via good health. It gives her immense pleasure to give you the uplift associated with these treatments.
Lynne is offering training courses in Indian Head massage and facial rejuvenation.
PILATES AND EXERCISE
The clinic has two Pilates instructors who work on a 1:1 basis with clients, and who run classes in the area. Amanda Hermitage is a qualified Body Control Pilates instructor, and Sonia Ford is a Pilates Foundation qualified trainer. We also have close links with Personal Trainers, Tai Chi instructors and Yoga teachers.
PILATES AND BOWEN TECHNIQUE Amanda Hermitage
Pilates reshapes the body by targeting and strengthening core muscles which are vital for reducing back pain, releases tension and improves posture and flexibility, returning the body to its natural alignment. It avoids the muscle and ligament damage sometimes associated with other fitness regimes and consequently plays a key role in many injury and rehabilitation programmes.
The Bowen Technique is a gentle, subtle and relaxing therapy which encourages the body to rebalance and restore itself to good health. It relieves tension and reduces pain and has been found to be effective in the treatment of many unresolved problems, including back pain, whiplash, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow and RSI. There is no manipulation or adjustment and many conditions can be resolved within two to three sessions.
As well as specialising in neck and back problems, Amanda has a particular interest in the causes of re-injury in relation to movement and posture and teaches remedial exercise to people recovering from accidents and operations. She also teaches independently to groups and on a one-to-one basis and gives talks on posture with an emphasis on identifying potential problems caused by sitting for long periods.
Amanda is a member of the Body Control Pilates © Association, the Bowen Therapists’ European Register and the Register of Exercise Professionals (Level 3) and an associate member of the Association of Natural and Physical Therapists. She is also registered with the British Complementary Medicine Association, The General Council for Massage Therapy and on the NHS Register of Complementary and Alternative Practitioners.
PILATES Sonia Forde
Pilates is based upon an understanding of the muscular and skeletal systems of the human body. The Pilates Teacher uses this information to create a comprehensive exercise programme for the client with the aim of restoring a greater sense of balance. It is this holistic approach that sets Pilates apart from many other forms of exercise..
Sonia Forde is one of our Pilates teachers, working with clients in the local area for the last 3 years. She qualified in both Pilates matwork and Pilates studio apparatus, with the Pilates Foundation. For further infomation go to www.bodypotential.co.uk or www.pilatesfoundation.co.uk
SPORTS MASSAGE Justin Paul IIHHT APNT BCMAreg
Sports Massage therapy combines a traditional manual therapy with modern scientific understanding of body function. It is suitable for all regardless of their level of fitness and activity. Mobility is improved and recovery time shortened following treatment, so that clients benefit more from the exercise.
THAI YOGA MASSAGE Francesca Jamieson
Thai yoga massage is a science of manipulative medicine and peripheral stimulation inducing deep levels of healing in all areas of the body. The tight, uncomfortable, blocked or injured areas act as a subconscious voice, often indicating where the cause of the problems lies. Compression, rocking, stretching and acupoint pressure, work to release energy blocks, muscle knots and emotional tension, which encourages the body to move towards its optimum healing state.
As a holistic treatment, Thai Yoga Massage is beneficial for many ailments including injuries, joint pain, depression, insomnia, digestive disorders and many more.
Francesca's experience of the 'rat race' and stress of London lifestyles with its effect on our finely tuned bodies, inspired her to research new avenues of relief. She has studied Kinesiology, Reflexology, Swedish Oil and Thai Yoga massage. The combination of her knowledge and experience, and the power within each individual to optimise the balanced working of their body results in a powerful and profoundly effective therapy.
'I look forward to meeting and working with you.'
HYPNOTHERAPY Claire Choudhury
Claire Choudhury completed the BSCH approved Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy to add a new dimension to her work as a medical herbalist.
Science shows that many health problems improve significantly when the cognitive mind is able to change unhelpful, negative behaviours or ways of thinking and feeling. Hypnotherapy is a powerful tool for achieving effective lasting change Claire treats a wide range of medical conditions from panic disorders, IBS and depression, to high blood pressure, chronic pain, psoriasis and insomnia. Hypnotherapy can also be used, when appropriate , to control acute pain and anxiety, eg ; during childbirth, minor surgery and dental work. Hypnotherapy also has an important role to play in life-style changes; from weight control and stress management, to stopping unwanted habits such as smoking and nail-biting, and clearing fears or phobias such as those associated with flying or animals.MEDICAL HERBALISM Claire Choudhury
Herbalists support the body's natural healing powers with remedies made up from the roots, leaves, seeds or flowers of medicinal plants. Using their knowledge of medical diagnosis and working holistically, they treat the root cause of an individual's health problem, creating herbal prescriptions unique to each patient. Prescriptions may contain many different herbs which work together to rebalance, nourish and protect the body's organs and tissues.
Herbal Medicine can treat most conditions from asthma and hot flushes to rheumatoid arthritis and depression. It is particularly effective in the treatment of skin, digestive and hormonal problems. A qualified herbalist can prescribe safely for babies, pregnant women and people on orthodox medication.
Claire Choudhury has a life-long love of plants and is a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists. She has been working since 1997 and uses more than one hundred biodynamically grown herbs sourced from top quality suppliers.
HOMEOPATHY Lucy Salter
Homeopathy is a natural and safe form of healing that works well for anyone including children, babies and during pregnancy. Homeopathy takes a holistic approach and so looks at how the whole body is functioning and not just isolated organs and can address the underlying causes for illness and boost your immune system. Homeopathy works by administrating small doses of natural substances that match the person’s symptoms and so stimulate the body to heal itself.
Homeopathy can be used to treat many physical and emotional conditions such as eczema, acne, IBS, migraine, menstrual problems, insomnia, anxiety depression, asthma, panic attacks, hayfever, cystitis and M.E. It can be used alongside conventional medicine and will not stop any prescribed drugs from working but can help relieve any side affects.
Lucy is a registered member of the Society of Homeopaths and is fully insured. If you want to discuss how homeopathy can help you and your family please call on 07979 217865.
HOMEOPATHY Patty Hemingway, DipHom(Med), MARH
Homeopathy can be combined with other treatments to support healing after injury or surgery, and is safe to take in pregnancy. Where illnesses such as allergies, insomnia or depletion, result from environmental toxicity and chronic stress, then homeopathy can assist with detoxification and desensitizing, and restore health and balance. I have extensive experience of treating skin conditions, food intolerance, and IBS. I also love working with mums and babies, and offer homeopathy as a natural solution for couples experiencing problems in conceiving.
I discovered homeopathy when my children were small because it offered safe effective treatment for any ailment, and led to a speedy recovery and better general health. Keen to know more, I went on to train as a homeopath and discovered that this natural medicine works for all ages and can treat almost any condition. I now work with parents who are looking for ways to treat childhood illnesses, developmental problems, and specific learning difficulties, or who are looking for alternatives to antibiotics or vaccinations.
To find out more about how homeopathy works and how it can help you, see www.homeopathyworkedforme.org or ask for details of my next workshop.
I provide a telephone service for acute illnesses, so my clients have access to a homeopath whenever they need advice or a remedy. To find out more about how homeopathy works, or about my practice then please visit www.pattyhemingway.co.uk
I have been in practice for 10 years and am registered with the Alliance of Homeopaths, and fully insured. Please call me if you would like more information, 0208 333 0413
NUTRITION THERAPY Kasia Juralowicz
Nutrition and lifestyle play a critical role at all stages of life, from infancy to old age. With a personalised approach to diet, nutrition and well-being, a nutritional therapy can identify individual’s dietary requirements, investigate deficiencies, food intolerances and prevent risk of developing serious diseases.
Dr Kasia Juralowicz MD RNutr has been practicing nutritional therapy since 2000 having previously practiced medicine in Poland since 1995. She is a member of the Nutrition Society and the Guild of Professional Practitioners. She is a specialist nutritionist for Southwark PCT`s Health Improvement Programme and she delivers nutrition lectures, seminars, educational shopping tours and training courses.
In her treatment she combines medical knowledge with high standard nutrition expertise, including a detailed discussion of health issues and dietary habits. Each person receives a unique, tailor made programme to achieve optimum health and enjoy nutrition for life. Programmes include weight loss and management with elements of cognitive behavioural therapy techniques for children and adults.
PODIATRY Jonathan Hares
Podiatry is the assessment and treatment of foot and lower limb abnormalities. Conditions treated may include; heel and foot pain, flat feet, shin splints and 'runners knee' and back pain. Remedial stretching, strengthening and therapy is supported with orthoses which are special insoles made to correct individual foot and leg alignment. Optimal function is restored and further injury prevented.
AROMATHERAPY Elaine Tomkins
Aromatherapy and massage is one of the oldest and most effective forms of medicine to date, a multifaceted healing art using the essential oils obtained from aromatic plants to promote health of mind and body in combination with massage. Essential oils contain a variety of chemical constituents, each oil being a complex mixture with over a hundred active chemical components that have different therapeutic properties. Combining the benefits of the oils with therapeutic massage makes aromatherapy one of the most effective and pleasurable experiences to receive.
Pregnancy: pre and postnatal care – aromatherapy is an extremely useful and gentle therapy and can really help to alleviate some of the physical and emotional discomforts during this special time and after birth.
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Elaine Tomkins
Deep Tissue Massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue, releasing chronic patterns of tension with specific techniques to restore and aid proper function again. The purpose of each treatment is to ‘unstick’ the fibres of the muscles (stressed and tense muscles often lead to lack of mobility, a sense of tightness, pain and restriction) while releasing deeply held patterns of tension. It is both a corrective and therapeutic treatment, an excellent way to get rid of aches and pains.
Elaine is also a qualified teacher, is Head of Massage for Neal’s Yard Remedies and holds qualifications in various forms of bodywork including massage in pregnancy and remedial massage.
LIFE ALIGNMENT / THE JOURNEY Annie Cave
Life Alignment is a profound Healing System that identifies and facilitates the release of any imbalances and stress whether these are body, mind or emotionally based. Life Alignment restores and maintains optimum health, vitality and well-being. The Journey is a unique therapy pioneered by Brandon Bays. In a session you are supported to access and clear the core of your issue whether this is physical, emotional or a pattern of behaviour that you would like to change. Allowing you to move forward with a deep sense of freedom and well-being.
Annie Cave has been working in the field of personal development and healing for over 20 years. She has a depth of therapeutic experience,insight and understanding of mind-body healing which she brings to all her work.
Annie trained directly under Jeff Levin founder of Life Alignment and The Body Alignment Technique. She is an experienced practitioner and teacher in these disciplines. Annie is a Senior Journey Therapist and trainer; being in the first core group of practitioners to be trained by Brandon Bays.
LIFE COACHING Susi Dale
Life coaching allows people to develop in whatever ways they may choose. It can assist clients in making more money, having better relationships, improving health and fitness, beginning a new career or business. It also facilitates better self-awareness and deals with the habits, patterns and themes which we carry with us in life.
Are you doing what you want to do? Are you being who you want to be? Do you have what you want to have? Imagine what life would be like if you were doing, being and having exactly what you want...
Susi has a background in senior management, sales, training and development. She is an NLP master practitioner and a therapist in various disciplines. She has chosen coaching as her preferred discipline as it honours the client above all else.
Note that although an initial appointment will take place in person, subsequent sessions can be telephone appointments if you'd prefer.
EFT Patty Hemingway, MA, MAAMET
EFT works directly on the body’s energy flow and involves tapping on specific meridian points to release energy blockages, as the client talks about their problems. It was developed by counsellor Gary Craig who was looking for a way to help his clients achieve a positive outlook and lasting relief from their physical and emotional problems as quickly as possible. By resolving emotional stress and harmful negative emotions it really can resolve symptoms and change how you are feeling in minutes. After only one session you will be aware of positive changes and feel better able to cope with your problems.
You will be shown how to use EFT to help yourself whenever you need to, and ways to deal with anxiety, panic, traumatic memories and overwhelming emotions. It can help to relieve addictions, allergies, anger, back pain, nervous habits, insomnia, irritable bowel disorder, sadness, tension, stress, weight loss, low self-esteem, and the burden of unresolved issues that cause pain and distress. To find out more about EFT and how effective it can be visit www.emofree.com
This treatment does not involve any medicines, and EFT can be used anywhere and anytime. It can also be combined with other therapies such as homeopathy.
I am registered with the Association for the Advancement of Meridian Energy Techniques and fully insured. For more information, visit www.aamet.org
Please contact me if you have any questions or would like to find out how EFT can help you by calling 0208 333 0413 or visiting www.pattyhemmingway.co.uk
SHIATSU Rosana Ioris-Dear
Shiatsu is a Japanese massage which literally means thumb and finger pressure. It affects the same points and meridians worked on in Acupuncture. Shiatsu sessions bring about deep relaxation and can be experienced as profoundly calming and peaceful. A Shiatsu practitioner will use a variety of techniques, including gentle holding and applying pressure with hands, thumbs, elbows and knees. The massage takes place on a futon (padded mat) and the client stays fully clothed - it is recommended to wear loose, warm, comfortable clothing.
Shiatsu can help with a number of complaints, including:
Rosana Ioris-Dear fully qualified with the Kikai Shiatsu Centre and is a Member of the Shiatsu Society. Her website is at www.goshiatsu.co.uk