After taking early retirement from my previous occupation I returned to my interest in Eastern therapy and philosophy. Having studied yoga in the past I undertook the three-year training provided by the Glasgow School of Shiatsu (http://www.glasgowshiatsu.co.uk). I followed this up by completing the post-graduate course with the Shiatsu College (www.shiatsucollege.co.uk) and have been assessed for membership of the Shiatsu Society's professional register (MRSS)and for registration with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (supported by the Department of Health).
I have completed a course of post graduate study at the Centre for Mindfulness Based Research and Practice, in the School of Psychology at Bangor University (www.bangor.ac.uk/mindfulness). Mindfulness based approaches are now being used within the NHS and in the community to deal with a variety of issues including stress reduction and the management of chronic pain.
Having moved from Scotland to live in Bristol I am in the process of establishing a Shiatsu + Mindfulness practice there.
Contact me to discuss what is most suitable for you whether:
- On site (work or other centre)
- Mindfulness based stress reduction courses
- Health/therapy clinics
- Home visits
If you are unfamiliar with these approaches and would like to just come and discuss it please contact me. There would be no charge for a short explanation of my practice.
Shiatsu is typically provided as an individual treatment but if you wish the reassurance of coming with a friend/partner that's fine with me!
It can also be taught in group situations as a 'DIY technique' for stress reduction.
Mindfulness is taught as a non-sectarian practice that uses traditional and more recent practices for which there is considerable research evidence on efficacy for many conditions.
So whether you are considering individual treatments or a group training session in workplace or community setting please contact me.
Updated Feb 2011