Bio
Like many health professionals, I first came to my therapy because of my own health challenges. I was a video editor at the BBC, working long hours sitting in dark rooms hunched over computers, often under deadline stress. I was young and active, and saw no reason I couldn’t get away with burning the candle at both ends, so I spent a lot of time in the pub too! This lifestyle gradually took its toll. My asthma and allergies worsened, I developed various back, neck and shoulder pains, and my energy levels began to fade. Someone mentioned acupuncture and Chinese herbs, so I gave them a try. I was amazed at the results I got, especially for my aches and pains. I also felt more relaxed than I had for ages, and my energy levels picked up too. These experiences led me to look into the training options for acupuncture, and as it happens the deadline to apply for Westminster University’s acupuncture degree course was fast approaching, so I just went for it. I’m glad I didn’t have time to talk myself out of it, because I haven’t looked back since. Since then I’ve been fortunate enough to develop my knowledge and skills with many wonderful teachers, including Frances Turner, whose Classical herbalism apprenticeship was a revelation for me. I have continued this fascinating journey with Dr. Suzanne Robidoux, one of the pioneers of this approach. I’m delighted to be able to say that by applying the wonderful healing tools of acupuncture, tuina massage, and Chinese herbal medicine I’ve been able to help many hundreds of people improve their health and well-being. I’m very grateful to the practitioner who inspired me to take this path all those years ago, and to all my teachers and patients, and I continue to be inspired by the positive changes I see in people every week. If you’re at a point in your life where you’re ready to make changes for the better, please get in touch.