My Qualifications
I am a fully insured and Registered Nutritional Therapist; I studied for 3 years at the renowned College of Naturopathic Medicine in London, which is fully accredited by the NTEC (Nutritional Therapy Education Commision). I accrued 200 hours of clinical practice as part of the course, and I have been trained in the principles of functional medicine, a science based method that assesses the underlying causes of symptoms. I have subsequently completed further training with the internationally prestigious Institute for Functional Medicine. I have also completed advanced digestion training, and am an accredited reflux practitioner.
I am also a qualified Health Coach and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique or 'Tapping') Practitioner, which means I provide a truly holistic service for clients. I address any mindset and behavioural barriers which are often blocking change and achieving health and wellness goals. EFT restores awareness and trust in the natural healing abilities of our mind and body, providing ground-breaking opportunities to achieving physical and emotional well-being in a faster time frame. It is also a great tool for reducing stress, anxiety, trauma, negative self talk, cravings, pain and improving mood.
I was a Qualified Nurse for over 20 years, trained to degree level (BSc Hons) working at a senior level as an Independent Nurse Practitioner in Primary care. This additional skill provided me with a wealth of medical knowledge and a good understanding of what happens to the body when it is an imbalanced state. I collaboratively work with NHS and private medical consultants and health professionals.
I strive to keep up to date and continue to learn through courses and further training on a regular basis to enable me to provide the most recent evidence based therapy.
I am a member of the following Professional Bodies; The British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) and The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) the only register in the UK to provide assurance to the public of an adherence to strict professional standards. I am also accredited by EFT International.