I am a fully qualified 5 Element / TCM acupuncturist and member of the British Acupuncture Council. 5 Element acupuncture is one of the oldest styles of recorded acupuncture practice which has its roots in Daoism and follows the natural ways of nature and universal law. 5 Element acupuncture theory suggests that heaven, earth and humanity are intrinsically connected by the universal laws of nature and when we detract from these natural ways of being, the elements within us become disturbed. The theory also suggests that one of these elements becomes weakened through trauma or life experiences when we are young, which subsequently undermines all the other elements in the cycle. Treatment of this constitutional element and its emotional & physical resonance is the objective of 5 element acupuncture practice; ‘Treat the mother and the children will be ok’.

Other training and development work apart from the Chrysalis effect also includes intuitive training with Sonia Choquette in the USA along with developing skills in treatment of the Chakras and their associated emotions. I’ve also enjoyed extensive work on myself en-route to becoming a practitioner, most notably I’m a graduate of the Hoffman Process which is deep therapeutic work on habitual, learnt and patterned behaviour. The process allows you to forgive and release unwanted patterns and provides you with tools that remain with you for life.

I am a specialist practitioner for the Chrysalis Effect Recovery Programme from ME/CFS/Fibromyalgia and where necessary work with a team of other specialists. I am a specialist in stress, anxiety, ME and Chronic Fatigue. I have been practising since 1993. I have a practice at Wayside Surgery, Horley and from my home in Burstow. I tailor my treatments to the individual and treat all ages and both sexes. I am the in-house aromatherapist for Sussex Healthcare (young adults with severe learning difficulties). I am also the aromatherapy consultant for the Association of Physical and Natural Therapists. My more unusual therapies are hot stone reflexology and TMJ for jaw pain. I am a tutor and examiner in therapeutic massage, aromatherapy and reflexology and have lectured on aromatherapy/reflexology in the workplace. I am a Reiki Master and teach Reiki from my county cottage in Burstow. I am a member of the Aromatherapy Council, The International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists, The Association of Physical and Natural Therapies, The British Complementary Medicine Association. I give a £5 discount to anyone successfully referring someone on to me.

I understand first hand what it is like to have had severe health challenges that restrict and limit a person and to fully recover. I work with clients on a step by step journey to address the cause and relief of their symptoms, particularly for ME, Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia. This includes identifying the areas of life that are not working well and have led to their health being compromised. I encourage and motivate clients to make positive changes. This can lead to developing self confidence, experiencing better relationships, lifestyle and balance in order to regain Health, Energy and Vitality.
I work with clients face to face at The Clinic, on the telephone or Skype.