Acupressure uses the same meridians as acupuncture, but instead of needles, the practitioner uses fingers and thumbs to release and balance the energy flow.

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Acupuncture

Acupuncture needles are used in specific acupuncture points which give access to the meridians in the body through which the Qi flows so that adjustments can be made to balance the Yin and Yang thus restoring harmony and health.Qualifications needed are British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (BAAB) 3 year course.

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Alexander Technique

The Alexander Technique addresses the mechanisms of balance and posture, resolving problems caused by habitual misure or injury. Verbal instruction and manual guidance together encourage appropriate muscle activity, which then helps release inappropriate tension and allows the body to become better aligned and balanced. Benefits include easier breathing, freer movements and improved co-ordination and general well-being. Specific conditions can be treated such as back pain, neck and shoulder tension, general fatigue etc.

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Allergy Testing & Desensitising

Sometimes we feel off colour and do not know why, or maybe we find that food in general doesn�t agree with us and we suspect that something in particular is upsetting our system. How do we discover which foods disagree with us without constantly changing our diet? This is where allergy testing, and related therapy, help us, by quickly diagnosing what is causing the allergy. Testing for allergies can take many forms, including dowsing, kinesiology and radionics.

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Anthroposophical Medicine

Anthroposophic medicine is human-centered, not illness-centered. The program enlists the law of living organisms as well as the person�s psyche and spiritual nature. Each of these elements come together to create the person�s mental, physical and spiritual health.

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Aromatherapy

Therapists may choose to work from a medical, holistic or aesthetic basis. Essential oils have curative and restoring properties, as well as wonderful smells! Essential oils will be specifically chosen in consultation with the individual and applied during massage to maintain or restore physical health and psychological well-being. Aromatherapy can be used to combat particular conditions such as insomnia, migraine, menstrual or digestive problems ect., or used as a valuable source of relaxation.

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Art therapy

Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy that�s uses art to communicate. You do not need experience or skill in art for this therapy. The aim of it is for the client to change and grow on a personal level through the use of art in a safe and facilitating environment. Individuals interested in practicing this should undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to take course at The British association for art therapist BAAT. Theoretical and experiential work, is a Masters Degree to be completed over two years full time or three years part time.

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Assertiveness Training

The ability to be confident, poised and able to adapt, negotiate and compromise are some underlying aspects of assertive behaviour; based on equality, honesty, being specific and mutual respect.

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Aura Soma

Aura Soma is a self-selecting healing system using colour, plant and crystal energy. It is about regenerating, revitalising and rebalancing the human aura (the electro-magnetic field which closely surrounds the physical body). The Balance bottles, each containing two different colours of liquid, form the basis of Aura-Soma. By applying appropriate colours to the body, Aura-Soma restores balance and enables the body to resume its natural rhythm. It can be used to enhance any other form of healing therapy. The role of the therapist is to interpret and to help you understand what your colour choice indicates about your state of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual being.

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Auricular acupuncture

Auricular Acupuncture was originated in China where they believe that by stimulating specific points in the ear your Qi (pronounced chee) will be cleared of blockages and will be free to flow naturally. Also Western medicine says that by stimulating certain nerves in the ear an electrochemical response is triggered in the brain therefore releasing neurochemicals which promote feelings of well being. Individual practicing/qualified in this needs a diploma from The Society of Auricular Acupuncture (SAAcs) 3 year course.

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Autogenics

Autogenics is a relaxation technique which by using a series of attention focusing exercises enhances the body�s self healing powers. It�s similar to self- hypnosis and meditation as they both enable people to put themselves in a relaxed state of mind. Individuals practicing/qualified in this must have a previous qualification in a caring profession, medicine or counseling 4 year course which is accredited by British Autogenic Society BAS.

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Ayurveda

Ayurveda was originated from India thousands of years ago and is a wholistic system of medicine. Its main aim to give guidance on your lifestyle and dietary needs, this is so they can make sure healthy people can stay healthy and not as healthy people can be put on the right track. Individuals should have an Qualification in BSc Complementary Health Sciences (Ayurveda) 3 years or 5 part time or Post-Graduate Diploma/MSc Ayurvedic Medicine 1 and half years course or Advanced Diploma for Qualified Healthcare Professionals 1 year.

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Bach Flower and Other Essences

Flower and other essences are prepared under special conditions from flowers and other natural ingredients, such as gemstones. Each one is specifically devised to treat a different feeling, or stimulate change in areas of negative belief which are inhibiting personal progress. Totally safe, the remedies can deal with all of the emotions which stop us feeling good about ourselves, including fear, loneliness, uncertainty, anger and despair. These negative emotions ultimately cause physical complaints, and the remedies can therefore also be used to maintain good health as well as treating the underlying causal problem behind an illness.

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Bach flower remedies

Bach flower remedies are 38 plant and flower based remedies, each designed especially for individual feeling and emotion. The remedies work by helping balance your negative feelings helping you to take control, and to make you feel good about yourself.

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Bates method

Bates method is an educational method which improves you eyesight by helping you relax so you can undo the consequences of strained vision habits. Individuals interested can do a 1 year course at College of Vision Education.

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Bee venom therapy

Bee Venom therapy, also known as apitherapy, is when bee venom is injected into the specific point in your body to help pain relief. It�s been known to ease the symptoms of a wide range of diseases such as, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and tendonitis. It�s also thought to promote desensitization to bee stings.

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Biochemic Tissue Salts

Biochemic Tissue Salts are minerals hat are used to restore mineral deficiencies that made the body susceptible to illness. There are 12 tissue salts in total which colds and coughs, hay fever and allergies, anxiety and depression, and muscles aches and pains are treated with. Individuals interested in practicing this can do a 90 hour course for a level 3 diploma, no previous qualifications needed.

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Biorhythms

Biorhythms is a cycle of physical, emotional and intellectual well-being. Bio means life and rhythm means to flow with regular movement, therefore it means that it shows your life in a flowing movement.

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Bodytherapy

Structural Bodytherapy is a synthesis of two major styles of bodywork � Rolfing and Feldenkrais Technique. It combines deep physical therapy with movement, and evokes postural awareness. It is highly effective in treating even severe physical problems. Painful movement difficulties, stubborn occupational injuries and chronic postural problems are treated. This method is deep, direct and transformative, and gets results fast, being excellent for athletes, performers and those seriously seeking self-development.

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Bowen Technique

The Bowen technique was conceived by an Australian, Mt Tom Bowen and is a muscle release therapy. It is a very simple and gentle hands-on technique, which causes energy surges within the muscles. Frozen shoulders, tennis elbow, RSI. Asthma and general skeletal dysfunctions have all responded well.

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Buqi

Buqi is a traditional Chinese healing method. Very often organ disease is caused by a vertebral malposition, which in turn is brought about by poor body posture. Psychological and emotional problems also contribute to the disease of an organ. Both mechanisms create vicious circles of disease in the body, which, together with climatic factors and poor diet can be considered the root causes of disease. To prevent and cure diseases, Buqi uses three kinds of �Vital Forces�, Vibrational Force, Spontaneous Movement Force and Mental Force. Different hand techniques and methods are used to direct these.

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Buteyko

The Buteyko method can recondition and normalize breathing, as founders of the method believe that there is that around 150 illnesses are linked to dysfunctional breathing, like asthma, allergies and emphysema, so by correcting the breathing they restoring the body�s most important function. Individuals can have an qualification in BA, MA, (TCD) Diploma from university which is accredited by BIBH (Buteyko Institute of Breathing and Health Incorporated).

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Chelation Therapy

Chelation Therapy is used to remove heavy metals found in the body, such as lead, arsenic and mercury, by administrating chelating agents into it. The chemicals in the chelating agents, such as alpha lipoic acid, are also found in conventional and alternative medicine.

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Chinese herbal medicine

Chinese herbal medicine is an ancient system of health care which has been developed over the centuries in which it�s been known. Chinese herbal medicines include herbal therapy, acupuncture, dietary therapy, exercise, and lifestyle management. In China this is used in hospitals alongside modern medicine.

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Chinese Medicine

Chinese Medicine is a natural medical discipline which the Chinese have used successfully for many centuries to relieve suffering. Embracing acupuncture, massage and herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medecine (TCM) is today used in China in partnership with conventional medicine to restore health.

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Chiropractic

The Chiropractors technique is based on the structural relationship of the nervous system and spinal column. Chiropractors sometimes may use x-rays to assist in diagnosis of spinal misalignments. They treat and prevent biomechanical disorders of the musculo-skeletal system, particularly those involving the spine and their effect on the nervous system.

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Chua Ka

Chua Ka is a deep tissue massage. Memories of suffering are imprinted into the body�s tissues and musculature as deeply stored pain. Chua Ka involves work with the finger tips, working to the bone, and skinrolling, dissolving deposits built into the muscle fibres, relaxing tension and relating the work to the particular emotional content of that area, leaving you feeling relaxed and calm with increased vitality.

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Client-Centred Counselling

Freedom to explore and discover your own resources in resolving personal difficulties and enhancing your potential. It�s good to talk�and even better to feel heard.

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Cognitive and Behaviour Therapies

Cognitive and Behaviour Therapies (CBT) is a way of talking about what you think of yourself, others and the world around you, and also how what you do affects your thoughts and feelings. CBT can help you change how you think (Cognitive) and what you do (behaviour). It�s found to be helpful in anxiety and depression, panic, phobias, bulimia, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and post traumatic stress. Individuals should have a minimum of 2-3 years post-qualification clinical experience and is accredited by The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).

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Colonic irrigation

Colonic irrigation, also known as colonic hydrotherapy, is where a tube is inserted into your rectum and it passes warm water into your bowel, this encourages the bowel to empty itself into a tube and out your body, freeing you from toxins. It has been proven to help bloating, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), multiply sclerosis, diarrhoea, and constipation. Individuals should have done a diploma in Colon Hydrotherapy (Midland School of Colon Hydrotherapy. U.K).

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Colour therapy

Colour therapy is non-invasive and powerful therapy which dates back thousands of years ago. They use colours, which are simply light of varying wavelengths, to affect your living cells which have a profound and healing affect on the body. Individuals should have done a course accredited by The International Association of Colour (IAC) and aVocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT). There are institution teaching courses which are accredited with the IAC and the course length is 2 years.

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Counselling

Seeing a counsellor gives you an opportunity to share your concerns in a secure and non-judgemental setting where you are assured complete confidentiality. Counselling generally takes place on a one to one basis, unless it is specifically couple counselling you require. The process of counselling can help you deal with emotional difficulties such as bereavement, low self esteem, problem relationships etc., and bring about an emotional change in order to lead a more fulfilling and positive life. There are many different fields of counselling and some counsellors are specifically trained in a specialised field e.g. alcoholism.

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Counselling: and allied therapies

There are many psychology based therapies related to the study of people and how they act, react and interact; concerned with all aspects of thoughts, feelings and motivation. Not all of these therapies require the practitioner to have studied psychology in the clinical sense that most people might understand it, as there is a very broad spectrum in training.

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Couple Counselling

Couple therapy aims to help couples clarify expectations of their relationships and deal with difficult issues in a safe way. Counselling Supervision (Collaborative Review) A collaborative, client-centred approach to supervision, allowing you to explore your client-work and to develop your practice. Applicable to all client/therapeutic work, not just counselling.

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Cranial Osteopathy

Cranial Osteopathy is a type of osteopathic treatment which encourages the release of stresses and tension throughout the body. It can help with many things such as, sports injuries, paediatrics, and visceral osteopathy (treating the internal organs of the body). you need to complete an accredited degree and be registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) a 4 year course.

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Cranio-sacral therapy

Cranio-sacral therapy is a therapy which assists the body�s natural capacity to self repair. Normally what happens is that a Cranio-sacral therapist will place there hand on the head and by tuning to in what is referred to as listening to their hands a sense ease will full fill you, which will turn into deep relaxation during the course of the session. It helps with many things, some of them are, asthma, birth trauma, back pain, depression, drug withdrawal, exhaustion, insomnia, sport injuries, stress related illnesses and many, many more.

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Dream Therapy

Dream Therapy is where dreams, and the dream state of mind, are used to accomplish physical and emotional healing. They use your dreams to interpret information as they may warn of oncoming health problems, help diagnose them, suggest treatment, accelerate the healing process, and contribute to life-long health.

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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

Emotional Freedom Technique was originated in China and is based on their practice of acupuncture; the only difference between the two is that with EFT they don�t use needles they only tap on well established meridian points on the upper body. This will help you take control of your body and thoughts.

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Far Memory Technique/Past Life Regression

Far Memory Technique is a method of assisting a person to get in touch with their own inner guidance, sometimes recalling a �past life� in order to bring forward a lesson from that time which is relevant to the present. Past Life Regression The past life regression usually starts with a guided visualisation/meditation which helps the person to achieve an altered state of consciousness. Once conscious of another time the client will be lead through the various key incidents of that lifetime focusing on unresolved emotions, problems and conflicts. This process aids the release of current mental and emotional blockages thus bringing healing into the present life. Belief in reincarnation is not necessary for the therapy to have positive effects.

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Feldenkrais method

Feldenkrais method is for people who want to reconnect to their natural abilities to move, think and feel. The therapies main aim is to improve your overall well-being and to focus on the relationship between movement and thought so that you can move with less effort which makes your daily life easier.

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Feng Shui and Geopathic Stress

Feng Shui is based on the observation and understanding of how the environments of homes and offices subtly affect peoples well-being and emotional states. By carefully determined use and placement of plants, colours, pictures, mirrors, lights, furniture, seating positions and directions, it is possible to �tune� an environment to open up opportunities and promote the full potential for people and businesses. Space clearing may also be undertaken.

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Gestalt Therapy

Gestalt is an established humanistic psychotherapy which is holistic in its approach. As a tool for growth and personal development it can help clients to become more aware of their potential for aliveness and change.

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Gold Counselling

Gold Counselling offers insight into the core of the personality and thus accesses the root, or core, of a problem. It is a rapid and powerful methodology for uncovering the framework of emotional beliefs in the unconscious mind, facilitating lasting change in the body and mind.

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Healing

Healing is a therapy based on the thought that human beings are a field of energy that is in constant interaction with each other and the environment. Healing is an energy therapy that uses gentle hand movements which are thought to re-pattern the client�s energy field and accelerate healing of the mind, body, and spirit.

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Healing and Spiritual Healing

Healing energies are channelled to the patient through the healer, sometimes with prayer or meditation. The healer uses attunement � a combination of empathy and intent � plus direction of healing energy, usually through the hands. Healing is appropriate to a wide range of physical and psychological conditions, is non denominational and does not require faith, just an openness to change on the part of the patient.

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Hellerwork

Hellerwork is a therapy which makes the connection between movement, body alignment and personal awareness. This therapy allows you to optimize how you use your body by freeing natural movement, balancing the body�s structure and opening up expression. Individuals can do a Certified Hellerwork Practitioner (C.H.P.) course & the certification in Hellerwork requires a minimum of 1,200 hours of training.

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Herbal medicine

Herbal medicine, also known as botanical medicine, has been used since ancient Egyptian and Chinese times. It is the use of any plant seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers for medicinal purposes. Individuals interested in practicing can do a course which lasts 4year and is a full time course. For those already qualified in TCM the course in Oriental Herbal Medicine is 2-year.

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Holographic repatterning

Holographic repatterning was developed so the Holographic repatterning practitioner can identify and transform the energy constriction and unconscious patterns that underline all problems. Individuals have to be a certified Resonance Repatterning practitioner, HRA-USA, IICT

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Homoeopathy

Homoeopathy is a complete system of healing based on the principle of �like cures like�. Medicines are prescribed in a special form which, given to a healthy person in their crude state, would produce symptoms similar to those of the diseased individual to be treated. This method of healing was first discovered by Hippocrates about 2000 years ago. It was rediscovered by Samuel Hahnemann, a German physician, who developed it into a complete system of medecine in the 1800�s. Today there are over 2000 medicines in the homoeopathic pharmacopoeia drawn from all the kingdoms of nature.

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Hopi ear candles

Hopi ear candles are named after the Na�ve American tribe where Hopi means peaceful ones. The treatment consists of the candle being held against the ear and igniting it, it can only go within 4 inches of the base. This is repeated on the other ear then the ear and area around it is massaged, you are then given a facial massage concentration on the sinus areas. This treatment can help with ear problems, migraines, and headaches. Individuals should have a diploma from Heatherwood Academy or Solas School of Complementary Therapies

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Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy or water healing as it�s known as is a therapeutic treatment which involves underwater moving and exercise. Hydrotherapy is used for athletes to maintain their general health and fitness, also part of a healthy full- body routine.

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Hypnotheraphy

Hypnotherapy is a treatment that is based on the thought that the mind and body do not work alone. By sending the client into a hypnotic state, the therapist aims to trigger the body's mental and physical self-healing processes that lie in the subconscious. Individual can do a course from the Clinical Hypnosis Institute. Individual should be a member of the GHR - General Hypnotherapy Register and governed by the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council.

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Indian Head Massage

This is a form of head massage, used in India for thousands of years. It was originally used to promote healthy and beautiful hair. It is known to stimulate the scalp, relieve muscular tension and remove blockages in the lymph system. It is particularly good for alleviating stress and depression and has a relaxing and energising effect.

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Iridology

Iridology is the scientific study of the pattern in the coloured (iris) part of your eye. The iris reveals body constitution, its strengths and weaknesses, health levels, and transitions that take place in a person's body according to their way of life. Individuals should have a SNHS Diploma.

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Johrei

Johrei was originated in Japan in the 1920s; it�s based on the understanding that both physical and non-physical aspects exist in our lives and that our non-physical aspects, your mind and spirit, influence your physical well-being.

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Juice Therapy

Juice Therapy is basically eating and drinking fruit and vegetable as they are natural tonics, offering a safe, inexpensive way to stimulate digestion, strengthen the immune system and encourage the elimination of toxins.

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Kahuna Bodywork

Kahuna Bodywork originates from Hawaii and teaches people to access their own inherited genetic wisdom. Also how to access pathways to physically, mentally or spiritually unexplored areas within themselves. Kahuna Bodywork is not a massage; it�s more of a dynamic re-patterning process of the body which will give the client greater sensitivity and understanding of their own bodies.

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Kanpo

Kanpo originates from Japan and its herbal formulas can be dated back to 220 AD. Kanpo is the Japanese version of oriental herbal medicine, it can many things such as, colds, the flu, bronchitis, asthma, weak digestion, insomnia, skin disorders, and period problems.

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Kinesiology

Kinesiology presents a straightforward, quick and easily accessible way to discover what lies behind health or lifestyle problems through a technique which assesses muscle functioning. Any stress, be it physical, emotional or nutritional will switch off certain muscles to some degree. Kinesiologists detect the changes in muscle functioning on a very fine level so that almost any stress can be identified and relieved. In the same way that Kinesiology locates imbalances in relation to health it can also locate and release stresses that prevent us from achieving our goals in life.

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Life-coaching

Life Coaching is something that aims to help you achieve clarity and confidence to work through issues that are holding you back from enjoying a challenging and harmonious life. Life coaching is not about making simply judgments about someone's life and telling that person how they ought to live it. Most of the coaches set out to fix what is wrong with people and get them back on track. All the coaches are accredited by the UK International Coach Federation (ICF) they would also have Associate � 100 hours� coaching experience and 60 hours� training, or Professional � 750 hours� experience and 125 hours' training, or Master � 2,500 hours� experience and 200 hours� training.

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Light therapy

Light Therapy works by exposure to daylight or to specific wavelengths of light using lasers, LEDs, fluorescent lamps, or very bright, full-spectrum light, for a prescribed amount of time. It helps many things such as, acne, delayed sleep phase syndrome, non-seasonal depression, and some skin conditions.

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Magnotherapy

Magnotherapy has been used for hundreds of years for pain relief and acceleration of natural healing. Magnotherapy is the application of a magnetic field to a living body. The truth is nobody really knows 100% how it works as a magnetic field can be generated in the form of a pulsed electro-magnetic field or a static field.

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Manual Lymph Drainage

Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) is special type of massage which is an important part in a treatment for lymphoedema. The aim of the massage is to stimulate or move the excess fluid away from a swollen area so that it can drain away normally. Individuals interested in practicing can study from Academy of Therapeutic Arts, 3 day course and it is accredited with BMLDA and ITEC.

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Marma therapy

Marma therapy, also known as Dhanur Veda, is based on the theory that there are chakras and 107 marmas in the human body. Marmas are channels the regulate flow of information, nutrients, and toxins throughout the body, and damage to them can be caused by stress and diet. That�s what Marma therapy is for, to clear and repair them.

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Massage

Massage is a system of hands on physical therapy used to assist in the treatment of many conditions. It can stimulate the circulation, lymphatic flow and produce a state of deep relaxation in mind and body.

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Massage therapy

Massage therapy, also known as Swedish massage, is the most common form of massage therapy in the United States. Massage therapy improves circulation by bringing oxygen and other nutrients to body tissues. It relieves muscle tension and pain, increases flexibility and mobility, and helps clear lactic acid and other waste, which reduces pain and stiffness in muscles and joints.

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McTimoney Chiropractic

McTimoney Chiropractic is a particularly gentle and effective whole body manipulative technique. It aims to correct the alignment of the bones of the spine and other joints of the body, to restore nerve function, to alleviate pain and to promote natural healing. Wherever possible McTimoney chiropractors work in co-operation with the patient�s own doctor. It is also proven as a highly effective treatment for animals, mainly horses and dogs.

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Medau Movement

Medau Movement is the unique movement which aims to restore natural beauty and freedom to movement. Medau Movement doesn�t develop muscle, but makes it more supple and gives it elasticity and agility which is very important to good health.

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Medical Herbalism

This is one of the oldest forms of medicine, and the herbs which therapists work with have been tried and tested for centuries. Many herbs are subject to research now, as more people turn to natural medicine. In other European countries some G.P.s will prescribe herbs. Herbalism differs from Chinese Herbalism in that most of the herbs.

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Meditation

For a healthy life we all need time for ourselves; a time in which we can be still and collect our thoughts. Meditation is a well-proven means of calming the mind and improving ones overall health.

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Metabolic Typing

Metabolic Typing is a revolutionary system for optimizing whole body health. Diet and nutritional supplements are used to address the individual at a fundamental metabolic level, allowing for increased energy, weight loss and greater resistance to disease.

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Metamorphic Technique

Metamorphic Technique is a gentle and relaxing foot massage technique which can act as a catalyst for personal change. The treatment is not concerned with symptoms and difficulties, but provides an inner environment free of direction, interference and pre-conceived ideas. It works on many different levels of the being to assist in clearing the blocks that have been set up throughout life. The recipient progresses at his or her own pace.

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Microwave Resonance therapy

Microwave Resonance Therapy (MRT) is a new medical treatment, which represents a synthesis of the ancient Chinese traditional knowledge in medicine (acupuncture) and recent breakthroughs in biophysics.

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Music therapy

In a normal Music Therapy session the client and therapist will sing or play an instrument to express themselves. The aim of music therapy is to facilitate positive changes in behaviour and emotional well being, also to develop an increased sense of self-awareness, and therefore to enhancing the clients quality of life.

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Naturopathy

Naturopathy is the field of health care which always works with the bodies own healing efforts. It seeks to find the underlying causes of the individuals problem and people not illnesses. Illness represents an underlying imbalance. It is the job of the Naturopath to restore balance so that symptoms or illness disappear. The Naturopath has undergone a four year full time training and studied other subjects Nutrition and detoxification, Osteopathy, and Psychotherapeutics.

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Neuro Linguistic Programming

NLPis a powerful but gentle form of therapy for both the conscious and unconscious mind, which focuses on outcomes rather than problems, on feedback rather than failure and on possibilities rather than necessities. Personal development offers time to reflect on your life-situation, to create your personal vision of your future and to consider the realistic choices before you. Stress management offers techniques to reduce and manage stress, whether it originates through excessive demands at work, in the home, or simply through the struggle to find your own space.

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Norris Technique

The Norris Technique is a pre-conditioning exercise treatment in which every aspect is body benefiting. It�s a treatment that improves your body alignment; it�s mostly concentrates on your feet, knees, pelvis, shoulders and head.

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Nutrition

Nutrition looks at the individual�s diet and considers re-educating on the intake of vitamins and minerals. Constitutional factors are taken into consideration so that an overall picture can be drawn up to advise on monitoring nutrition to maintain physical well-being. If a medical condition is present then advise will be given on which food sources are prone to aggravate and sustain the problem.

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Nutritional therapy

Nutritional therapy combines science (biochemistry and nutrition) with naturopathy (natural, drug-free medicine) in order to return the patient to a state of good health. Nutritional therapy is wholistic because it is designed to treat the body as a whole - curing the causes of problems, not just the symptoms as is too often the case in conventional medicine.

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Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment aimed at allowing the body to move freely and without pain. Osteopaths recognise that the body can only function well is all the joints and other structures are free to move. Osteopaths use their hands to restore balance and mobility to the body. Four out of five people get backache during their lifetime, so this is the most common reason for making an appointment to see an Osteopath. However, also treated are other joint problems such as hip, knee, ankle, foot, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist or hand.

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Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen therapy is based on the theory that all harmful bacteria and fungi, for example the kind that cause the flu, colds and AIDs, can only live in the low oxygenated environments, also that the body must require a rich supply of oxygen. There are two ways in which oxygen therapy puts more oxygen in to the body, one is Ozone treatment where oxygen is forced through a 300 volts charged metal tube, another is hydrogen peroxide is out into your body chemically splitting oxygen and water.

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Panchakarma therapy

Panchakarma was originated from India and is their classical form of detoxification routinely for prevention of illness and treatment. Panchakarma is a way of cleansing and servicing the body

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Physiotherapy

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Pilates

Pilates is an exercise method, designed to elongate, strengthen and restore balance to the body. Individuals should have an OCR Level 2 Certificate for a level 2 teacher. And for further study they can do another 12 to18-month part-time teacher training diploma course for level 3.

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Polarity Therapy

Research shows that there is a strong link between physical and emotional health and the outlook we have on life. Good health is linked to the way we think about ourselves and the world around us. When energies are out of balance Polarity Therapy will help to unblock the constrictions created in the flow and thus enable the body�s self healing abilities. A Polarity therapist will also take into account complementary dietary and movement requirements. A wide variety of complaints can be helped.

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Psycho synthesis Therapy

This Transpersonal Psychology embraces the belief that everyone is whole and the core self is untarnished. Sometimes the desires good or bad that we collect through life�s journey cover up that whole part. Some of these desires we take on and believe and hence we forget who we really are. Psycho synthesis endeavours to remove the covers from the whole core self and to reveal our true nature so that we can rediscover the use of free choice. Guided imagery, visualisation techniques, free drawing, sound and movement are used to rediscover our true nature.

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Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy and related incorporations such as psycho synthesis generally deal with more profound personal issues than counselling, which tends to focus on a specific life problem. The distinction between the two is not clearly defined, and often techniques and abilities overlap. There are a variety of working methods and it is important that you enquire first to ensure that you understand the process entailed, and that it suits your personal requirements.

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Qi Gong (Chi Gung)/Tai Chi (Movement and Dance)

Qi Gong and Tai Chi are practiced in China to balance health on all levels. The therapist will guide you through gentle movements to help you feel relaxed, centred and yet energised. With Qi Gong the practice will soften and open joints, improve body alignment, balance co-ordination and increase general well being and energy. Suitable for people of all fitness levels.

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Qigong

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Radionics

Radionics is a branch of medical Radiesthesia; a technique using dowsing to equate sensitivity to naturally occurring energy patterns, and undesirable properties in foodstuffs etc. In Radionics an instrument known as the �black box� is used. Consisting of a series of graded electrical resistances, which can be tuned to natural energy patterns associated with living and non-living matter. There are several ways of administering treatment, all of which bring about a rebalancing of natural energy patterns.

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Raw Vegetable Juice Therapy

Raw Vegetable Juice Therapy has been used for centuries by naturopaths, and is known to possess remarkable properties that promote a healthy body and lifestyle. It has also been known to help treat illnesses, for example lime juice was found to be an effective cure for scurvy in the 16th century.

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Reflexology

The ancient healing art of reflexology is a system of pressure point massage applied to feet and sometimes to the hands. Reflex points correspond to other areas and organs of the body. Tenderness or discomfort in any part of the foot mirrors congestion or tension in a corresponding part of the body. Reflexology can be used to restore and maintain the body�s natural equilibrium and encourage healing. The therapy can bring relief to a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.

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Reiki

Reiki is a system of natural healing. It is believed that this healing art dates back to pre-Atlantian times. Reiki (pronounced ray-key) is a Japanese word meaning �universal life force energy�. A century ago, after years of study, research and meditation Dr. Mikao Usui rediscovered the formula for Reiki healing. Practitioners channel the �universal life force energy� by gently placing their hands on different parts of the client�s body while they lie down, fully clothed on a treatment couch.

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Relaxation

Relaxation Therapy is learning the different ways of how to reduce the body's stress response. It also helps to overcome anxieties, phobias, panic attacks, and reduces tension.

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Rolfing

Rolfing is based on the theory that the cause of human discomfort, both physical and emotional, lies in our internal connective tissue and the relationship it has with the earth�s gravitational field. The aim of Rolfing is to maximize individual well being or the body and mind.

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Seichem

Seichem sessions facilitate healing physically, emotionally and spiritually. They do this by releasing blockages which encourages a better energy flow, reducing pain, and increasing self awareness. All that happens in the sessions is deep relaxation and the practitioner places their hands gently on your energy field or on your fully-clothed body.

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Seiki

Seiki meaning �treatment of life energy� originates from Japan and has been around since the Edo period. It has been described as a very pure method of self healing. It�s been known to bring forth a reawakening of trust, and the realization that our problems are our chance. Also the opportunity to accept every situation as it comes (flexibility).

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Shiatsu

Shiatsu means �finger pressure� in Japanese. Like Acupuncture, Shiatsu is a system of treatment which works on the body�s pressure points and energy meridians. Instead of needles, the practitioner uses fingers and thumbs, sometimes the elbows, knees and feet to release and balance the energy flow.

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Sound Therapy

Sound Therapy is new technology which benefits are things such as, new vitality and sense of wellbeing, relief of tiredness and stress, deep relaxation and relief of anxiety, heightened creativity and mental capacity , increased energy , focus and performance, and improved hearing for those with deafness or hearing loss due to ageing.

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Spiritual counselling

Spiritual counselling is used to give a greater purpose to improving who we are and our outlook on life. It�s a place where attitudes we are not happy with can be transformed, emotional patterns, no matter how ingrained they may seem, can be changed, and mental fixations can be altered.

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Stress management

Stress management is a therapy which helps to reduce and cope with the stresses in your life by using the latest technology and services or just by having a counselling session to talk.

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Swimming therapy

Swimming Therapy can be relaxing and refreshing. It can be an opportunity to facilitate full or partial range of motion as it allows full freedom of movement. Swimming Therapy also adds a sensory awareness around oneself and is great exercise.

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TENS therapy

TENS therapy, also known as Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Therapy, is used for pain management. It works by gently stimulating nerves and blocking pain signals before they can be received by the brain.

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The Journey

The Journey is a gentle yet powerful guided healing process for permanent freedom from health and other life issues. It�s far reaching effectiveness and popularity is making The Journey one of the most potent forces for positive change in the UK and elsewhere. It is releasing all kinds of limitations and producing lasting benefits in situations as diverse as schools and hospices, relationships and business ventures.

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Thought Field Therapy

Thought Field Therapy is a treatment which involves tapping on specific points on the body on the meridian points; it is used to heal a variety of mental and physical problems. Thought Field Therapy (TFT), originated and evolved by Californian clinical psychologist Dr. Roger J. Callahan, is a unique form of meridian therapy. Now in its twenty-first year of development, TFT is best described as a natural, non-invasive, drug and chemical free system for the elimination of negative or troubled emotion.

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Time Line Therapy TM

TLP is an advanced process of NLP which helps move the individual beyond the realms of rage, fear, depression, anxiety, sadness, hurt and excessive stress to a more calm, happy and powerful state of mind. These techniques also remove limiting decisions and beliefs that stop you creating your life the way you really want it to be.

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Toyohari

Toyohari is a method of acupuncture which was developed in Japan by Kodo Fukushima - a well known blind acupuncturist, who went on to found the Toyohari Association just over 40 years ago. The theory of Toyohari is rooted in the classical texts of acupuncture which are over 2000 years old, the practice however uses innovative new techniques, including the use of needles made of different metals such as silver, gold, copper and zinc.It is also an effective and painless treatment which is very delicate and gentle.

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Trager Work

Trager Work is a gentle, nonintrusive method of movement re-education, which focuses on the integration of the mind and body. The aim of this therapy is to help with the discomfort and stress of everyday life. They do this by focusing on the relationship between the physical structure of the body and the unconscious mind.

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Transcendental Meditation

Transcendental Meditation was originated in India in 1958. It involves two twenty minute sessions a day where there�s no need to concentrate or contemplate while sitting with your eyes closed.

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Tuina

Tui Na, which is pronounced twee-nah, was originated 15,000 years ago in China and is the oldest known system of massage and physical therapy that is a complete healing system. It works on the traditional Chinese theory that channels and collaterals (meridian or pathways) carry the flow of Qi (pronounced chee) around the body, so Tui Na massages and manipulates these areas so that the body can naturally heal itself better.

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Yoga

Yoga is a system of physical, mental and spiritual development which originated in India at least 3,000 years ago. It is not a religion or creed and can be practiced by any one of any age, and by either sex. Yoga takes into consideration the entire man/woman, in every respect. Nothing has been overlooked and the methods of physical discipline need no improvement, as they comprise everything that man needs for the perfection of his health � correct breathing, posture, exercise, diet, physical and mental relaxation and hygiene.

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Zero Balancing

Zero Balancing (ZB) is a gentle yet powerful hands-on method of balancing body energy with body structure. Using finger pressure and held stretches, it invites the release of tension accumulated in the deep structures of the body. The quality of touch enables physical structure and energy to be engaged simultaneously in a way that harmonises the relationship between them. ZB provides a point of stillness around which the body can relax, giving a person the opportunity to let go of unease and pain and experience a new level of integration.

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