Naturopathy has been defined as “the creation of conditions which enable the body to heal itself as far as it is capable of so doing” (Turner). As a naturopath, I work to identify the root cause of the health issue and then to support the body’s natural mechanisms of correcting itself through a wide range of different disciplines, many of which are listed below. Click here to learn more about naturopathy.

The Naturopathy Advanced Diploma covers a minimum of 5 years training in naturopathic subjects and allows me to use the letters “ND” after my name.

I am also a full member of the General Council and Register of Naturopaths (GCRN). The GCRN is the leading registering body for Naturopaths in the United Kingdom. It was first incorporated as the Nature Cure Society of Great Britain in 1925 and has been in existence in its present from since 1963. The GCRN is the authority for establishing and maintaining the educational standards for the naturopathic profession in the UK and is connected via the World Naturopathic Federation to all of the top Naturopathic training colleges across the world such as Bastyr University in the USA.

Nutritional Therapy is a holistic and personalised approach to supporting clients in optimising or maintaining their health, managing chronic disease or health conditions. Nutritional therapists utilise dietary therapy combined with nutraceuticals and life style advice. Click here for more information about Nutritional Therapy.

The level 6 Diploma was a 3,000 hour, 3 year program, equivalent to a university degree level. I trained at the Plaskett College, founded by Dr Lawrence Plaskett, whose background in medical biochemistry enabled him to offer a synthesis between many fields that are not often brought together: nutrition, pathology, biochemistry, toxicology, pharmacology, cell biology and naturopathy. Dr Plaskett was one of the pioneers of nutritional therapy in the UK and was himself trained by the famous naturopath Dr Bernard Jensen and acupuncturist Professor JR Worsley, amongst others. I practice nutritional therapy with a more naturopathic approach than some other practitioners, looking to identify and support the body to correct the deepest causes of the issue.

I am also a full member of the Federation for Nutritional Therapy Practitioners (FNTP), the fastest growing professional association for practitioners of nutritional therapy in Europe.

Bowen is a naturopathic therapy that aims to rebalance the whole person, not just to address the current symptoms. Common presentations include back and neck pain, sciatica, knee and ankle injuries, frozen shoulder, digestive issues, respiratory problems, structural imbalances, sports injuries, and stress. Practically any problem can potentially be addressed. The therapist performs combinations of unique rolling-type moves over precise areas of the body, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and even meridian points. These moves stimulate changes in the fascia and autonomic nervous system which can result in changes in structural alignment, nervous system and bodily functions. Click here for more information about Bowen.

The ancient Indian art of Ayurveda, meaning “the science of life”, is considered to be one of the oldest documented medical traditions. Ayurveda contributes a detailed understanding of how disease can develop and spread throughout the body and the connections between health, symptoms of disease and food, lifestyle, seasons, and emotions. Knowledge of Ayurveda is a valuable tool in my practice.

Hydrotherapy is the therapeutic application of different temperatures of water to the body in order to stimulate specific changes in circulation, the immune system, and the composition of the blood and lymph. Becoming popular again with the interest in taking cold showers, saunas and ice baths, hydrotherapy has a long history and was once an integral part of the practice of the most in-demand practitioner in the United States.

Various hydrotherapy techniques that can be carried out at home might be suggested to you in order to further support you to reclaim your optimal health.

While I am not a counsellor or mental health professional, as a naturopath I have been trained to recognise the importance and relevance of stress, emotions and mental health in general and their direct connections to physical symptoms.

I am trained with various tools to assist with emotional factors including Bach flower remedies, nutritional support and the Bowen technique.

Homotoxicology is the study of toxins that affect human beings, as well as how they can best be removed from the body. Homotoxicology offers a very detailed and scientific understanding of toxins, the extracellular matrix, and how to support detoxification and elimination effectively. Furthermore, a wide range of effective products have been developed for detoxification and drainage, to support specific organs and to modulate the immune system and these are available for me to provide to clients as a result of my postgraduate training.

Homotoxicology also provides a way to understand different phases of a disease and how different symptoms can indicate in which direction the pathology is moving. In this way it can be connected with the Eastern medicines such as Ayurveda to provide a deep understanding of disease.

I was trained in homotoxicology during my naturopathy education but  have also undertaken postgraduate training in homotoxicology and it is a powerful tool in my practice.

Chinese medicine is a very detailed and useful system of understanding the body and health. I mostly use Chinese medicine in my practice to support me in understanding your symptoms and how they might have developed such as through an understanding of the Five Elements, meridians, tongue and face diagnosis and more. Connections between this and food, lifestyle, seasons and weather can also be made where helpful.

I am not an acupuncturist or Chinese herbalist.

My training encompassed the understanding the connections between the health of the oral cavity, various type of dental work and the health of the rest of the body. I am not a dental hygienist nor a dentist, but I can help you to connect the dots in cases where dental issues are linked to other symptoms.

Thanks to my Bowen training I can also understand and correct imbalances in the TMJ (jaw joint) which may be affecting your health.

While I am not a fully trained homeopath, I have an understanding of homeopathic remedies and am trained to utilise them in some cases.

Iridology is the study of the iris and how markings relate to the health of the body. The study of the iris can provide useful information on what is happening below the surface and also about some inherited predispositions from previous generations.

Two lesser-known Eastern medical traditions which provide a further understanding of your symptoms, development of disease and the connections with diet, lifestyle and emotions. I have also some experience of pulse reading from Unani medicine.

Studies with the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine, Matthew Wood Institute of Herbal Medicine and Amanda Nicole. Professional experience from running Golden Age Remedies. Please note that while some use of herbs can be integrated into my naturopathic services I am not a medical herbalist.

As part of my membership of professional organisations I am enhanced DBS checked.

Just as a suitable internal environment of the body is essential for health, so too is the external environment in which we live our lives. My background in this area allows no stone to be unturned with respect to helping you to reclaim your health. Relevant training and experience includes MSc in Environmental/Public Health Engineering, EMFs, Geopathic Stress, harmful frequencies, Feng Shui and more.

I have undertaken extensive research on the much overlooked importance of spiritual factors in health and this can be discussed if it is relevant to your case