 Recent articlesOn the 3rd Aug, the Govt launched a UK consultation on the regulation of practitioners who offer acupuncture, herbal medicine and traditional Chinese medicine in the UK. Read the Dept of Health press release.... The Understanding your Eating Programme has been developed from research carried out by Julia Buckroyd, Emeritus Professor of Counselling of the University of Hertfordshire. It is designed for people who are aware that their over eating is driven by emotions rather than by hunger. Patients whose pain is not improving should have access to a choice of different therapies including acupuncture, structured exercise and manual therapy
Professor Peter Littlejohns of NICE
This guideline is about the care and treatment that people who have persistent non-specific low back pain can expect from the NHS in England and Wales to help them manage their pain As therapists we all have our own individual mix of talents, skills and abilities. I’d like to bring you a flavour of the essence of my work as a healer - by means of three insights: 1) the underlying ethos, 2) some student feedback 3) signposting to further details and information. Information on the Government funded tax-free payment available for mothers-to-be to help stay well & healthy in the latter stages of pregnancy. When I first came across an ad in Massage World for a new cushion system to be honest I didn't really give it a second thought;just a set of cushions I mused. What I didn't realise at the time is quite what a huge impact these cushions would have on my therapy business! The thing that makes each one of us unique as therapists is obviously the amalgamation of our life experiences. I can honestly say no experience has been wasted even if it wasn’t pleasant at the time! Unlike other regression therapies Past Life Therapy is not hypnosis and nor is it necessary to believe in past lives. Instead, all that is required is an open mind and the willingness to use metaphor as a way to bring unconscious processes to light. Why should you take time out to have a treatment? Life is busy and there are great demands on you from work, studying, traveling, household chores and family needs. Surely there are more important things to do than indulge oneself with a treatment........? LaStone Therapy was introduced to the UK in the late 1990s. Now it is a much sought after therapy. Diana Walsh, a trained LaStone Therapist gives an insight into this powerful treatment. Stressed? Done one run too many? Your computer your worst enemy? Local sports massage therapist, Sharon Lorimer could be the answer. Ever seen a treatment advertised and wondered what on earth it was all about? Don’t know your ayurveda from your zero balancing? Well here is your reference list for all things complementary. Manual Lymphatic Drainage - not a job for a plumber, but a skilled therapist with a specialism in cancer care. Mary Goodfellow takes us through her day.. Dancing the 4 Elements with Biodanza - a path of discovery and integration.
Biodanza is an integrative dance therapy; it is music, movement and feelings. It makes use of the elements of Earth, Air, Fire and Water as archetypes and is a means of self exploration. Recognising a Stroke - Act FAST The Healing Hands Network work in Sarajevo, Bosnia and are dedicated to the relief of suffering caused by war and disaster. Read about this beautiful country and its people. If you are interested to help HHN's work please contact them (details at the end of the article). If you ever need reminding of muscular anatomy then these are two great books with superb diagrams. Suitable for practitioners and student alike, at least one of them should be on your reference book shelf. Visit Articles/General to see more. Already ancient philosophers were convinced that it is not so much the events in our lives that cause us problems but the views we hold about these events. Read here more about how your thoughts influence your well-being. Dance has been an integral part of my life since I was a small child. I found such joy and freedom within it that I was hooked from the early age of three. Looking back, what I now see is that through dance, I found an inner calm, stillness, and an ability to connect with the universe as a whole. | Future calendar entries (site calendar)
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** WHCPG Monthly Meeting ** [Event] Mar 10, 2010 [ Start time : 19:30, end time : 21:00 ] The speaker for this month's meeting will be Suzanne Edgington, giving a talk on cranio-sacral therapy.This is a gentle non-invasive manipulation technique that addresses factors that compromise posture & function throughout the body. Helps movement of unresolved emotional issues which can play a major role in good physical health. Mar 12, 2010 [ Start time : 12:30, end time : 15:45 ] Improve your breaststroke with the Alexander Technique at the Odyssey Health Club in Knebworth.
Mar 13, 2010 [ Start time : 19:30, end time : -2147483648:00 ] Join me for an introduction to Biodanza, it's history and overview followed by the opportunity to experience Biodanza - The Dance of Life. At Evergreen Holistic Centre Letchworth.
Celebrate Spring [Event] Mar 21, 2010 [ Start time : 15:00, end time : 19:30 ] Celebrate Spring - Biodanza on the Spring Equinox.
Dancing new pathways, invoking new growth and posibilities. Biodanza is to "dance with life" it is music, movement and connection. There are no steps to learn, we simply let the music move us from within.
Reiki 1 Training [Event] Mar 27, 2010 to Mar 28, 2010 [ Start time : 10:00, end time : 16:00 ] Learn Reiki for yourself. Reiki 1 two day workshop gives you an introduction to Reiki. Interactive worrkshop where you will uses simple energy exercises and learn self healing techniques.
Apr 14, 2010 [ Start time : 19:30, end time : 21:00 ] Monthly meeting and AGM including election of new committee members. The Path of Oneness [Event] Apr 17, 2010 [ Start time : 10:00, end time : 17:30 ] The Path of Oneness - exploring the process of awakening from our mistaken “separate” identity. “Oneness” means just that – there is but one reality; it is complete, lacks nothing, and it is the natural state of each and all! The Day will offer an opportunity to meet non-dual reality, both within and without, together with the experiential understanding of how to recognize and abide in this natural state.
** WELL IN THE CITY EVENT ** [Event] Apr 25, 2010 [ Start time : 11:00, end time : 16:00 ] Complementary Therapy day at Campus West, promoting the members of the WHCPG. Local therapists available, taster sessions and talks throughout the day. More details to follow. ** WHCPG Monthly Meeting ** [Event] May 12, 2010 [ Start time : 19:30, end time : 21:00 ] Native American Drumming - explore the use of the drum in meditation and healing with Beverly Chappell of Free Spriit.
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