Therapists and Workshop Facilitators
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Acupuncture - Saul Neill
Saul is a professionally qualified and registered Acupuncturist. He completed a full-time degree course earning BSc(Hons) in Acupuncture qualifying him to be a member of the British Acupuncture Council.
Saul has a wide range of experience in general practice, and has a special interest in musculo-skeletal conditions (back / neck pain, joint problems, sprains and strains). He offers a confidential and professional service that adheres to the strict codes of hygiene and ethics as laid down by The British Acupuncture Council, procedures that are recognised by the Department of Health. Saul has also undertaken post graduate study in Japanese Acupuncture, the specialised treatment of musculo-skeletal conditions, and Chinese Massage. Saul draws on twenty years experience working with Qi practising and teaching Chinese Internal Martial Arts (Taiji and Qi Gong)-to enhance his work as an Acupuncturist.
Saul has a wide range of experience in general practice, and has a special interest in musculo-skeletal conditions (back / neck pain, joint problems, sprains and strains). He offers a confidential and professional service that adheres to the strict codes of hygiene and ethics as laid down by The British Acupuncture Council, procedures that are recognised by the Department of Health. Saul has also undertaken post graduate study in Japanese Acupuncture, the specialised treatment of musculo-skeletal conditions, and Chinese Massage. Saul draws on twenty years experience working with Qi practising and teaching Chinese Internal Martial Arts (Taiji and Qi Gong)-to enhance his work as an Acupuncturist.
Art - Tamsin Dearing
Tamsin is a self taught, professional artist, who specialises in pencil portraiture. With a lifelong love of both art and the natural world, and years of experience of working with people who are recovering from mental ill health, Tamsin uses the visual arts to explore our innate creativity and to build confidence and skills. Tamsin says: "Through understanding that there is no wrong way to make art, we can find our own way to express ourselves, often giving a voice to a more creative self. From getting messy with clay to learning how to realistically capture your subject, there is so much to be gained from the arts, one of the most ancient forms of self expression, and it is a lot of fun too!"
Tamsin teaches simple techniques in a patient and relaxed manner, which take absolute beginners to budding artists, creating artwork that they are proud of, in a matter of hours. Drawing on her experience of working in a holistic and empowering way with people, and her training in arts and emotional wellbeing, ... activities and workshops are designed to meet the needs of each group and participant. Art activities have the benefits of increasing self esteem, self confidence, and communication skills, often unlocking that part of us that was wrongly taught years previously, that we are not able to draw/paint etc and that such creativity is only for a select few. Tamsin exhibits her work in Cornwall, where she lives, and her portraits hang in private collections internationally.
Tamsin teaches simple techniques in a patient and relaxed manner, which take absolute beginners to budding artists, creating artwork that they are proud of, in a matter of hours. Drawing on her experience of working in a holistic and empowering way with people, and her training in arts and emotional wellbeing, ... activities and workshops are designed to meet the needs of each group and participant. Art activities have the benefits of increasing self esteem, self confidence, and communication skills, often unlocking that part of us that was wrongly taught years previously, that we are not able to draw/paint etc and that such creativity is only for a select few. Tamsin exhibits her work in Cornwall, where she lives, and her portraits hang in private collections internationally.
Craft Workshops - Sarah Gatter
Creativity Facilitator - Alison Tangye
Alison has over twenty years experience working with young people and adults as an English and Drama teacher, youth worker and creative arts facilitator. Born in Cornwall, Alison loves the elemental nature of the coast and sea shore as a source of inspiration and healing. Having recently completed a course in Creative Arts and Play therapies, she is interested in how nature creates space for creativity, well being and self esteem.
Working in the county with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups in a range of settings from drug and alcohol, homelessness to domestic abuse, she would like to help bring children, young people and their families back into relationship with nature and each other. Her emphasis is on enabling individuals to express their true selves and to communicate more effectively. Alison is also a Reiki healer, trained counsellor and poet. She has an empathetic, engaging and inspirational style.
Working in the county with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups in a range of settings from drug and alcohol, homelessness to domestic abuse, she would like to help bring children, young people and their families back into relationship with nature and each other. Her emphasis is on enabling individuals to express their true selves and to communicate more effectively. Alison is also a Reiki healer, trained counsellor and poet. She has an empathetic, engaging and inspirational style.
Coaching with NLP - Lizzi Larbalestier
Lizzi is a Certified NLP Trainer and Master Practitioner (Professional Guild of NLP). She is trained in Life Coaching and is a member of the British Psychological Society qualified to work with a variety of psychometric personality assessments. She adopts a “Curious not Critical” ethos and her work is diverse ranging from personal anxiety management and confidence building to conflict resolution and team development. Lizzi lives with her Husband in SW Cornwall, and has a passion for surfing and regularly practices Anusara yoga (a school of Hatha yoga). Lizzi qualified as a Sports Therapist (IIST) and Health and Beauty Therapist (IHBC and C+G) in 1993 and soon developed a keen interest in the mind-body connection linked to physical and emotional well-being. Moving into the area of Personal Development and Performance Coaching she spent 14 years working in this field across the UK supporting individuals and teams to maximise their potential.
Lizzi says "The ocean provides complete tranquillity and peace, I am blessed to live and work within one of the most spectacular corners of the UK. Like many people I am inspired by the natural beauty and sense of mystery Cornwall holds. Simply watching the sunset over Perranporth beach or star gazing on Bodmin moor is a grounding experience which can put even the most complex issues into perspective. I am a strong advocate of creative and unconventional approaches to personal development and use of the outdoor environment within my change work. "
Lizzi says "The ocean provides complete tranquillity and peace, I am blessed to live and work within one of the most spectacular corners of the UK. Like many people I am inspired by the natural beauty and sense of mystery Cornwall holds. Simply watching the sunset over Perranporth beach or star gazing on Bodmin moor is a grounding experience which can put even the most complex issues into perspective. I am a strong advocate of creative and unconventional approaches to personal development and use of the outdoor environment within my change work. "
Doula, Birth and Postnatal - Kirsty Hendy
Kirsty is a fully trained and qualified Birth and Postnatal Doula. Kirsty trained with leading training group for Doulas, Nurturing Birth who provide a comprehensive training programme covering areas such as Birth Physiology, Obstetric Scenarios, Antenatal/Postnatal Care, Counselling Skills, Breastfeeding and much more. Kirsty is also a qualified Breastfeeding Peer Supporter, undertaking her training with the Cornish breastfeeding group Real Baby Milk and further studies with Dr Jack Newman. This training enables Kirsty to provide both quality and consistency in support when helping Mothers who wish to breastfeed, whilst also allowing care to be individualised.
Kirsty says: "Quite simply Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding is my passion. Unsurprisingly my passion became heightened after giving birth to my Son, who I successfully breastfed for over a year. A Doula can be of great benefit to both the Mother and the Birth Partner; by giving full knowledge about the natural process of birth, and empowering families to be informed re available choices, with the aim of obtaining a positive birth experience. Another fantastic element to the Doula role is that we are there with you during the birth, providing unwavering support and attention. While many people may come and go, or things change in your labour, the one thing that doesn't is the Doula!".
Kirsty says: "Quite simply Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding is my passion. Unsurprisingly my passion became heightened after giving birth to my Son, who I successfully breastfed for over a year. A Doula can be of great benefit to both the Mother and the Birth Partner; by giving full knowledge about the natural process of birth, and empowering families to be informed re available choices, with the aim of obtaining a positive birth experience. Another fantastic element to the Doula role is that we are there with you during the birth, providing unwavering support and attention. While many people may come and go, or things change in your labour, the one thing that doesn't is the Doula!".
Homeopathy - Bev Nickolls
Bev Nickolls RS Hom is a fully qualified Homeopath registered with the Society of Homeopaths. She studied for four years at The School of Homeopathy and now runs clinics in Weston-super-Mare.
Homeopathy is a natural form of medicine based on helping to boost your immune system so that your body can work on healing itself. A Homeopath will look at how symptoms are experienced, including emotional and mental factors before prescribing some small pills containing a diluted, natural substance to dissolve on the tongue. Homeopathy is based on the principle of “like cures like” - that is, a substance that would cause symptoms in a healthy person, is applied to those same symptoms in illness.
Bev is available for consultations currently via Skype, and over the telephone, and locally in Weston-super-Mare.
Homeopathy is a natural form of medicine based on helping to boost your immune system so that your body can work on healing itself. A Homeopath will look at how symptoms are experienced, including emotional and mental factors before prescribing some small pills containing a diluted, natural substance to dissolve on the tongue. Homeopathy is based on the principle of “like cures like” - that is, a substance that would cause symptoms in a healthy person, is applied to those same symptoms in illness.
Bev is available for consultations currently via Skype, and over the telephone, and locally in Weston-super-Mare.
Indian Head Massage - Jill Greenacre
Jill is qualified as a shiatsu massage practictioner for both humans and equines. The word "shiatsu" means "finger pressure". This translation describes it's main technique, which involves putting pressure on specific spots on an energy channel (called a meridian in Chinese medicine) to help improve the flow of energy through that channel. She is also qualified in Indian Head Massage, a holistic therapy that aims to balance the mind, body and spirit, which aims to have a far-reaching effect on every system of the body.
Love Coach - Judith Kingdon
Judith is qualified as a Youth Worker, Person Centred Counsellor, Adult Education Tutor, Life Coach, and highly experienced as a Business Coach, Performance Coach and Workshop Facilitator. She also writes and delivers top quality workshops, presentations and cutting edge training programmes. Judith says: " I have learned so much from the people I have met in my lifelong journey and these insights I wish to share with you through my unique approach. My greatest learning has come through the joy of being mother and grandmother as my children have taught me much about love and emotions."
Martial Arts and Qi Gong - Saul Neill
Saul has twenty years experience working with Qi, practising and teaching Chinese Internal martial Arts (Taiji and Qi Gong). He uses a broad range of practices, incorporating meditation, movement exercises, and breath control, with the aim of manipulating and developing Qi. Contemporary interest in the martial arts often focuses on their spiritual aspects, as means of increasing self-confidence, assertiveness, concentration, and personal defense. The martial arts have also become popular as forms of self-expression, similar to dance.
Naturopathy - Louisa Roscoe
Louisa is a qualified Naturopath and Health Practitioner with a Bachelor of Health Science; specializing in Naturopathic Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Flower Remedies and Massage therapy. She has practiced in clinics in India, Australia, Ireland and the UK. She is a published health writer featured in Natural Health. Member to: MCThA, ICHT, ANH.
Naturopathy recognizes that everyone is unique and that the approach to gaining and maintaining health be tailored to meet individual needs. A Naturopath treats the whole person not just the symptoms and finds the underlying cause.
Naturopathy recognizes that everyone is unique and that the approach to gaining and maintaining health be tailored to meet individual needs. A Naturopath treats the whole person not just the symptoms and finds the underlying cause.
Meditation and Relaxation Techniques
Meditation is a practice of concentrated focus upon a sound, object, visualization, the breath, movement, in order to aim to increase awareness of the present moment, reduce stress, promote relaxation, and enhance personal and spiritual growth.
Relaxation techniques may help release tension from muscles, physically lengthening the muscles and leading to a state of reduced stress and anxiety.
These activiites are practised on the beaches of Cornwall, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the magical cornish sea.
Relaxation techniques may help release tension from muscles, physically lengthening the muscles and leading to a state of reduced stress and anxiety.
These activiites are practised on the beaches of Cornwall, surrounded by the beauty of nature and the magical cornish sea.
Pilates - Emma Manning
Emma was classically trained in ballet, modern and tap and contemporary dance. Years ago, she was attracted to a new course in Dance Movement Therapy which developed & broadened her interest in making dance accessible to all. She qualified as a Dance Leader and as a teacher in Further Education delivering adult education courses for 6 years. She has worked with a variety of ages and abilities in many different settings, including India. Emma began taking Pilates classes to complement her dance work, training with Polestar to teach this Method in 2007.
Emma is currently based in SW Cornwal delivering classes & private tuition to a range of abilities including those in rehabilitation, post operation or injury. She is continuing her professional development by studying in London with Polestar Pilates UK, to teach the Pilates Studio repertoire. She can offer small group classes in Matwork to include Pre- & Post-Natal, Pilates for Osteoporosis & Gentle beginners for those with back or shoulder problems as well as Intermediate/Advanced levels.
Emma is currently based in SW Cornwal delivering classes & private tuition to a range of abilities including those in rehabilitation, post operation or injury. She is continuing her professional development by studying in London with Polestar Pilates UK, to teach the Pilates Studio repertoire. She can offer small group classes in Matwork to include Pre- & Post-Natal, Pilates for Osteoporosis & Gentle beginners for those with back or shoulder problems as well as Intermediate/Advanced levels.
Pilates - Sam Tellam
Sam is a Pilates Instructor (Level III), Reiki Practitioner, Fitness Instructor (Level III) and is also a BSA Surf Instructor and RLSA Beach and Pool Life Guard. He is extremely sensitive and empathic, with a great sense of humour!
About Pilates: Pilates rewards us with an incredible way to develop physiologically and psychologically. Essentially it is an exercise system that develops our strength, suppleness, limbs, joint mobility, our stability and posture for life, as well as clarifying and stimulating the mind. Its rewards are literally limitless. Sam says: 'Pilates changed my life. I was beginning to feel that my problems with a long standing injury would never be resolved. Thankfully I discovered Pilates and instantly began to feel its benefits ... I believe my own experience has given me a strong empathy and understanding with clients, or anyone, in pain. I am now dedicated to sharing the wisdom of Pilates and helping people restore good health and find happiness.'
About Pilates: Pilates rewards us with an incredible way to develop physiologically and psychologically. Essentially it is an exercise system that develops our strength, suppleness, limbs, joint mobility, our stability and posture for life, as well as clarifying and stimulating the mind. Its rewards are literally limitless. Sam says: 'Pilates changed my life. I was beginning to feel that my problems with a long standing injury would never be resolved. Thankfully I discovered Pilates and instantly began to feel its benefits ... I believe my own experience has given me a strong empathy and understanding with clients, or anyone, in pain. I am now dedicated to sharing the wisdom of Pilates and helping people restore good health and find happiness.'
Personal Development - Jane Hicks
Jane is a qualified psychometric assessment facilitator and member of the British Psychological Society. She works with a range of psychometric instruments, especially the Temple Index of Functional Fluency (TIFF) personal development tool. TIFF can help us rebalance our energy so that we appreciate and make the most of our strengths, and provides a safe framework to bring about change. From our personal profile we can learn how to:
- care for others without becoming worn out ourselves
- articulate our own needs
- enjoy being and individual in our own right.
Reiki - Anne Harrington
Anne is a Reiki Master, Teacher and has studied Usui Reiki since 2001. She has also studied Counselling and Homeopathy.
Reiki emerged from Japan, and works with Universal Life Energy, an energy that is all around us. There is no belief system attached to Reiki. Healing may work in many different ways, at any level of being: physical, mental, emotional or spiritual; harmony in these areas is vital for good health.
Anne says: "Healing is about creating the space to allow people to heal themselves, and changes may take place at a very subtle level, and often where we least expect it in our lives. Reiki may bring a sense of calm and wellbeing, and a greater sens of clarity and focus."
Reiki emerged from Japan, and works with Universal Life Energy, an energy that is all around us. There is no belief system attached to Reiki. Healing may work in many different ways, at any level of being: physical, mental, emotional or spiritual; harmony in these areas is vital for good health.
Anne says: "Healing is about creating the space to allow people to heal themselves, and changes may take place at a very subtle level, and often where we least expect it in our lives. Reiki may bring a sense of calm and wellbeing, and a greater sens of clarity and focus."
Shiatsu - Jill Greenacre
Jill trained intensively as a Shiatsu Practitioner over the course of eleven years with Bill Palmer of the School of Experimental Education. She has also trained with the British School of Shiatsu with Clifford Andrews (The Shiatsu College, Norwich), Michael Rose, Rex LaSalle and the European School of Oriental Therapy and Movement. Over the past 21 years she has been the resident Shiatsu therapist at TVAM and the Actors Centre, a member of the Walk in Backrub in Covent Garden, London, and has a loyal and ongoing private clientele.
Japanese in origin – Shiatsu literally translated means ‘finger pressure’. It is based on the principle that we have within our bodies an invisible network of ‘meridians’ – channels through which energy (ki) flows. Along these channels exist pressure points (tsubo’s). Blocked or stagnant energy can cause many ailments and directly affect our sense of WellBeing. Shiatsu uses the pressure points to aim to release blocked energy and to create a flow of harmonious balanced energy within the mind and body.
Japanese in origin – Shiatsu literally translated means ‘finger pressure’. It is based on the principle that we have within our bodies an invisible network of ‘meridians’ – channels through which energy (ki) flows. Along these channels exist pressure points (tsubo’s). Blocked or stagnant energy can cause many ailments and directly affect our sense of WellBeing. Shiatsu uses the pressure points to aim to release blocked energy and to create a flow of harmonious balanced energy within the mind and body.
Tai Chi and Shiatsu - Charlie Schwab
Charlie was born in Cornwall and first studied Judo and Aikido in his 20's while in the Royal Navy. After leaving the Navy and returning to Cornwall, he started to learn Tai-Chi with John Barber well over 10 yrs ago. He has also studied with other Teachers and was fortunate to travel to China to study at the Capital Institute of Physical Education in Beijing in August 2007.
Charlie also practices Shiatsu and ancient Thai Massage which he studied in Changmai Thailand. He went to China in August 2009 and trained with Professor Lin in Guangzhou to learn Pointing Therapy.
Tai-Chi is a Chinese system of movement which has been practised for hundreds of years for it's health benefits. It is defined by the slow graceful movements which is often seen practised by Groups or by a lone Individual. It is a low impact exercise which develops strength and coordination. The movements are linked with the breathing and can improve and may help issues in this area. People with stressful lives may benefit from the exercises, and Tai Chi may also help lower high blood pressure and loosen stiff joints or muscles.
Charlie also practices Shiatsu and ancient Thai Massage which he studied in Changmai Thailand. He went to China in August 2009 and trained with Professor Lin in Guangzhou to learn Pointing Therapy.
Tai-Chi is a Chinese system of movement which has been practised for hundreds of years for it's health benefits. It is defined by the slow graceful movements which is often seen practised by Groups or by a lone Individual. It is a low impact exercise which develops strength and coordination. The movements are linked with the breathing and can improve and may help issues in this area. People with stressful lives may benefit from the exercises, and Tai Chi may also help lower high blood pressure and loosen stiff joints or muscles.
Yoga - Amy Jones
Yoga aims to connect your mind, body and spirit through the physical practice of asana (posture), breathing techniques and meditation and relaxation methods. Asanas are the physical postures of yoga. They help to create strength and flexibility, bringing awareness to your physical body, and can help you to move and feel better. Yoga is a great practice for every one of all ages, it is a myth that you need to be flexible to practice yoga! Yoga is non-competitive and completing the full posture is not the end goal, it is important to listen to and honour your body during your practice to avoid injury.
Yoga unites the physical body with the mind through Pranayama (breath control), meditation and relaxation. Yoga aims to still the mind and release it from the stresses of everyday life.
Yoga has benefits for everyone. It feels better to have a fitter, more flexible body and can help you to control and manage the stresses of everyday life.
Yoga unites the physical body with the mind through Pranayama (breath control), meditation and relaxation. Yoga aims to still the mind and release it from the stresses of everyday life.
Yoga has benefits for everyone. It feels better to have a fitter, more flexible body and can help you to control and manage the stresses of everyday life.
Yoga - Ann-Marie Nicols
Ann-Marie Nicols
Yoga - Cherie Bousfield
Cherie is a fully qualified and professional Kripalu Yoga Teacher with certification from the Yoga Alliance. She has studied intensively in Thailand and at the Internationally acclaimed Kripalu Center in Massachusetts. Completing Teacher Trainings with Yogis such as Shiva Rea and Shakta Kaur Khalsa. After many years working as a Youth Worker, Cherie went on a personal journey to re-discover her true potentiality. After a year long trip around the world and several personal development courses, here is she achieving all she’d hoped. Cherie now spends a lot of her time teaching on retreats in Europe. In Turkey with Jason Vale (also known as the juicemaster on his detox retreats), in Portugal managing Yoga for Surfers, and in the Alps, Yoga for Skiers.
Cherie says: “Yoga is an amazing physical practice in which we honour the wisdom of our body, it's strengths and limitations. Yoga uses postures, breath awareness, meditation and relaxation techniques to open the body and mind. The aim is to promote balance, strength, suppleness and stamina in the body as well enabling renewed focus and confidence mentally and emotionally. Yoga opens up a path to supporting the healing of our whole being to a point of optimum health.”
Through this ancient practice, increased awareness of body, breath and mind may be achieved, natural alignment is encouraged, and the mind and emotions may be harmonised, aiming to bring about a centered state of WellBeing.
Cherie says: “Yoga is an amazing physical practice in which we honour the wisdom of our body, it's strengths and limitations. Yoga uses postures, breath awareness, meditation and relaxation techniques to open the body and mind. The aim is to promote balance, strength, suppleness and stamina in the body as well enabling renewed focus and confidence mentally and emotionally. Yoga opens up a path to supporting the healing of our whole being to a point of optimum health.”
Through this ancient practice, increased awareness of body, breath and mind may be achieved, natural alignment is encouraged, and the mind and emotions may be harmonised, aiming to bring about a centered state of WellBeing.
Yoga - Gemma Ford
Gemma Ford
Yoga - Lucy Aldridge
Lucy qualified as an Iyengar Teacher in 1997 and has been teaching at home in Cornwall and courses around the world ever since. As an Iyengar Teacher she has learnt asana as an art and shares this knowledge with her students. Lucy is a qualified junior intermediate Iyengar teacher and is one of the youngest in the U.K.
Lucy says: " Yoga has helped me deal with many life changes and challenges. Coming to my mat each day brings me back to my centre and who I really am. Many people have said that they would like to practice at home but they do not know what to do. My workshops will help them learn." Lucy teaches courses and classes in the UK and abroad. Her workshops are designed towards the understanding of asana and developing the confidence to maintain an evolving self practice.
Lucy says: " Yoga has helped me deal with many life changes and challenges. Coming to my mat each day brings me back to my centre and who I really am. Many people have said that they would like to practice at home but they do not know what to do. My workshops will help them learn." Lucy teaches courses and classes in the UK and abroad. Her workshops are designed towards the understanding of asana and developing the confidence to maintain an evolving self practice.
Yoga, Pregnancy Yoga and Baby Yoga - Georgie Fearn
Georgie is a Yoga Alliance accredited Teacher and has trained with senior Teachers from a variety of Yoga styles, and is also a Registered General Nurse. Georgie has also trained in deep tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Thai Massage, Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage and teaches Baby Massage. Massage can help improve sports performance and is the perfect remedy for tired and aching muscles after a long days Surf. Yoga can be of enormous benefit to Surfers, it can improve core strength, flexibility, balance, breath control and can assist in calming the mind.
Georgie says: "My passion for Yoga began over 10 years ago with my first visit to India. I began teaching 5 years ago and having had a baby in 2009, felt inspired to start teaching Pregnancy Yoga and Mother and Baby Yoga. I'm also a keen Surfer, married to the owner of a Surf School, and teach a Yoga class at our local Surf Club."
Georgie says: "My passion for Yoga began over 10 years ago with my first visit to India. I began teaching 5 years ago and having had a baby in 2009, felt inspired to start teaching Pregnancy Yoga and Mother and Baby Yoga. I'm also a keen Surfer, married to the owner of a Surf School, and teach a Yoga class at our local Surf Club."
Yoga - Tracey Wearne
Tracey Wearne
