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Stephen Hudson BOst, BSc (Hons), PhD
Registered Osteopath

Stephen graduated as the top student of his year at the British School of Osteopathy (BSO), the oldest and largest school of osteopathy in Europe.  He has experience of treating a wide range of people of all ages with pain and disability associated with developmental problems, postural & workplace factors, the effects of stress, sports & traumatic injuries, and degenerative conditions such as arthritis.  He uses a combination of structural and cranial osteopathic techniques, which he tailors to meet each individual's needs.

Stephen worked in the Expectant Mothers' Clinic at the BSO, and gained valuable experience working to alleviate the aches and pains associated with normal body changes during pregnancy.  He is a member of the Osteopathic Obstetric, Pelvic, Respiratory and Abdominal Association (OPRAA), having completed the requisite post-graduate training.

Stephen also practises at the Ashcroft Practice in Cirencester on Wednesday and Friday (pm).

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Holly Aragon Lic.Ac.  M.B.Ac.C.
Acupuncturist and Acu-Stones Practitioner

Holly qualified in 1992 from the College of Traditional Acupuncture.  This three year course incorporated western medical sciences including anatomy, physiology and the biology of disease.  Holly is a member of the British Acupuncture Council.  Over the years, she has worked closely with doctors, midwives, physiotherapists and nurses, as well as osteopaths, herbalists and chiropracters.  In the late 90s, she initiated the first auricular acupuncture programme of its kind at the Bath Area Drugs Advisory Service.  Holly's interest in women's health led her to study the causes of infertility and become a Foresight Practitioner.  Her other keen area of interest is the well-being of arthritis sufferers.

You can also visit Holly's website at http://www.acupuncturechippenham.co.uk/home.htm

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Alison Pryke IIST Diploma, VTCT Registered
Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist

Alison has been a practising Sports and Remedial Massage Therapist for a number of years.  Alison’s work as a sports and remedial massage therapist is not only confined to the prevention and treatment of sports-related injuries; many clients have conditions such as RSI (repetitive strain injury), chronic neck, shoulder and back pain or other symptoms of muscle over-use.  She has also worked with people with degenerative conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease, having found that massage can help bring relief to some of the distressing symptoms associated with these disorders.

You can visit Alison's own website at http://www.aptherapies.co.uk/.

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Eileen Ford-Price M.A.R., A.R.T. (Regd)
Reflexologist and Thai Yoga Massage Therapist

Eileen qualified in Thai Yoga Massage in 1996 and obtained a Diploma in 1997 from the Central London School of Reflexology. She is a Full Member of the Association of Reflexologists, the UK's largest professional organisation for Reflexologists, which ensures that its members are properly qualified and insured. She is also a member of the  A.R.T. Register of  Advanced  Reflexologists, an Authorised Member of the Vertical Reflex Therapy Network and a qualified Maternity Reflexology practitioner. She is an Advanced Thai Yoga Massage practitioner, for which the training included Thai Yoga Massage in Pregnancy.

Eileen's  specialist areas of interest are Maternity Therapies and Pain and Mobility Issues, but all clients are welcome. Eileen is currenty studying for a Diploma in Nerve Reflexology, a specialist branch of Reflexology which is particularly effective for helping pain.

You can visit Eileen's own website at
www.cotswold-therapies.co.uk.

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Susie Barrington Dip (Couns), MBACP, BA (Hons)
Counsellor

Susie holds a diploma in Counselling validated by the University of Gloucestershire. She is a Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and practises as a counsellor in Bristol and Chippenham.  Prior to counselling Susie worked for 18 years in education where she developed her interest in human potential. She maintains this interest both in her therapeutic work with clients, and as a facilitator training counsellors in Bristol.
 

Susie uses a person-centred approach to provide a safe and confidential space for clients to explore the concerns and difficulties they are experiencing.  Her experience includes working with issues such as stress, depression, addiction, abuse, bereavement, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, anxiety, panic attacks, work issues, facing unemployment or infertility and destructive behaviour patterns (eg self-harm, eating disorders and anger management).

You can also visit Susie's website at www.theroundwood.co.uk

Ann Brennan  Dip. Phyt.  MNIMH
Medical Herbalist & Nutritional Consultant

Ann is a Member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (MNIMH), having decided to train in 1996.  During her course, she studied orthodox medical science including anatomy, physiology, pathology, biochemistry, pharmacology, clinical methods and differenrential diagnosis, nutrition and medical laboratory science.  Ann has experience of treating a wide range of conditions.  She is also a Nutritional Consultant.  In 2002, Ann undertook further training in aromatic medicine and became a Foresight Practitioner.

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Alison Fixsen MA, RSHom
Homeopath and Nutrition Advisor

Alison's journey into Homeopathy began after experiencing the many benefits of homeopathic treatment for herself and her family.  After graduating from the British School of Homeopathy in 1994, Alison set up a family-oriented practice, running clinics privately and for the government-funded organisation Surestart. 

Alison has always believed that good nutrition is essential for health, and in 2009 completed her training as a Nutritional Therapist.  In addition to her busy homeopathic practices, Alison is a Senior Lecture and Researcher at the School of Life Sciences at the University of Westminster and a teacher at Salisbury Homeopathic College.

Judith Hall HPD DHP
Hypnotherapist, Stress Management Coach & Trainer

Judith Hall holds the Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy (DHP) from the Clifton Practice School of Hypnotherapy.  In addition, she holds the nationally accredited Hypnotherapy Practitioners Diploma (HPD).
 
Judith's therapeutic practice is founded on training and experience across a broad range of caring professions.  Originally a Registered General and Psychiatric Nurse, Judith also spent many years as an independent trainer and as a member of the training team for the counselling organisation Relate
 
Judith uses Solution Focused Therapy and Coaching together with Cognitive Behavioural techniques to guide you in understanding your problem, identifying your goals and moving towards their resolution.  In addition, she employs the powerful tools of Clinical Hypnosis and Neurolinguistic Programming to enable you to access and change the underlying patterns of thoughts, feelings and behaviours that cause you distress.

Debbie Bailey
Pilates Instructor

Debbie is a very experienced Pilates and Fitness Instructor.  She offers classes in the area as well as individual sessions.  Please call her on 07810 518137.  You can also visit her website:  http://www.debbiebailey.co.uk

The Ashfield Practice, 22 Ashfield Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 1QQ
 
Phone: 01249 659749  Mobile: 07758 251385