Practitioners
Val Ives
The founder of The Heliodor Wellbeing Centre.
The Centre was established by Val Ives who has a BSC (hons) in Occupational Therapy and an MSC in Counselling, a Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, a Master Practitioner in Emotional Freedom Techniques and a Master in Reiki Healing.
Val is a state registered Occupational Therapist and adheres to the standards of The British Association of Occupational Therapists and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Val has worked for several years within social care, working with individuals with a variety of conditions including brain injury, multiple sclerosis, terminal illness, stress related illness and rheumatoid arthritis. She has a wealth of experience working within the boundaries of a persons home and fully appreciates the intricate workings of family life and the role of a carer within that unit. Val also has a wide knowledge of equipment to aid independence for a wide spectrum of individuals with complex needs and is a skilled assessor of the complexity of a physical need with a psychological component.
Her continuing professional development has led her to explore the human journey through life. She is aware of the variety and capacity of individuals to adapt to ever changing circumstances and the impact that positive interventions can have.
Val specialises in relaxation techniques; pain, anxiety and phobia management; loss, bereavement, and Cancer care, and has extensive knowledge of design and equipment for individuals with a disability.
Clare Brannigan
Clare is a Five Element Acupuncturist who trained at the College of Traditional Acupuncture in Leamington. She qualified in 1995 and has been in practice ever since, both in the UK and Abroad where she treated members of the International Ex-Pat Community.
Clare qualified just as she was coming to the age where 'life begins'. She's thankful that her life experiences, both before and after qualifying have given her the knowledge and empathy to help people. She's a very keen advocate of people empowering themselves - to find alternative ways of treating or coping with ailments.
Christina Murt
Tina is a Qualified Registered Nurse who began working in the Health Sector caring for people at the age of 15. Qualifying as a Nurse in 1990 Tina has worked within Healthcare - predominantly in the NHS.
After sustaining a back injury at work Tina became very interested in Complementary Therapies as she believed they were pivotal in her recovery. This began her interest and education in Complementary Therapies, a wonderful tool which complements Allopathic Medicine to help us to remain balanced and relaxed.
In 1996 Tina started her own Complementary Therapies Practice. Although not widely known then as they are today Tina established, with the support of her 'forward thinking' GP surgery, a very successful and satisfying practice.
Due to her background in Healthcare and her passion for Complementary Therapies Tina understands the importance of working with you to promote personal responsibility for your health. Tina will liaise with your Doctor to ensure optimum efficiency of the therapies she practices.
Tina practices in the following: Reflexology Aromatherapy Reiki Seichem Energetic Cellular Healing Hopi Ear Candles.
Julie Weston
DCR., Dip Ac.,PGc is a TCM Acupuncturist and Reflexologist qualifying in 1993 from the Northern College of Acupuncture, York.She is also a radiographer with a special interest in orthopaedics and believes both western and eastern medicine systems are useful and can work together.
Since qualifying she has had a successful practice on the Wirral and Liverpool and has been a clinical tutor at the Northern College of Acupuncture and also Salford University.
She enjoys working with people to facilitate improved health and mobility on all levels (Physical, mental and emotional). Subtle symptoms that may not make sense in a western medicine arena are often understood with chinese medicine(acupuncture). Also physical problems, back and knee pain can be treated successfully as can sinusitis, migraines, emotional issues. Please feel free to contact Julie to discuss any queries or simply book in at the clinic. Evening appointments available by appointment.
Brian James
As a therapist with more than 30 years clinical experience my opinion is that the Bowen Technique is one of the most versatile and effective therapeutic treatments available today offering significant relief for many conditions. A treatment will consist of a series of gentle moves through light clothing, with the client usually lying on a treatment couch, although it is possible to be treated seated if you are unable to lie down. A session usually lasts up to an hour and frequently results in a deep sense of relaxation helping the body to recharge and balance itself. Trained with E.C.B.S and V.H.T. With 14 Years’ experience since qualification, I am a member of The Federation of Holistic Therapists and carry insurance through them.
The founder of The Heliodor Wellbeing Centre.
The Centre was established by Val Ives who has a BSC (hons) in Occupational Therapy and an MSC in Counselling, a Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, a Master Practitioner in Emotional Freedom Techniques and a Master in Reiki Healing.
Val is a state registered Occupational Therapist and adheres to the standards of The British Association of Occupational Therapists and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Val has worked for several years within social care, working with individuals with a variety of conditions including brain injury, multiple sclerosis, terminal illness, stress related illness and rheumatoid arthritis. She has a wealth of experience working within the boundaries of a persons home and fully appreciates the intricate workings of family life and the role of a carer within that unit. Val also has a wide knowledge of equipment to aid independence for a wide spectrum of individuals with complex needs and is a skilled assessor of the complexity of a physical need with a psychological component.
Her continuing professional development has led her to explore the human journey through life. She is aware of the variety and capacity of individuals to adapt to ever changing circumstances and the impact that positive interventions can have.
Val specialises in relaxation techniques; pain, anxiety and phobia management; loss, bereavement, and Cancer care, and has extensive knowledge of design and equipment for individuals with a disability.
Clare Brannigan
Clare is a Five Element Acupuncturist who trained at the College of Traditional Acupuncture in Leamington. She qualified in 1995 and has been in practice ever since, both in the UK and Abroad where she treated members of the International Ex-Pat Community.
Clare qualified just as she was coming to the age where 'life begins'. She's thankful that her life experiences, both before and after qualifying have given her the knowledge and empathy to help people. She's a very keen advocate of people empowering themselves - to find alternative ways of treating or coping with ailments.
Christina Murt
Tina is a Qualified Registered Nurse who began working in the Health Sector caring for people at the age of 15. Qualifying as a Nurse in 1990 Tina has worked within Healthcare - predominantly in the NHS.
After sustaining a back injury at work Tina became very interested in Complementary Therapies as she believed they were pivotal in her recovery. This began her interest and education in Complementary Therapies, a wonderful tool which complements Allopathic Medicine to help us to remain balanced and relaxed.
In 1996 Tina started her own Complementary Therapies Practice. Although not widely known then as they are today Tina established, with the support of her 'forward thinking' GP surgery, a very successful and satisfying practice.
Due to her background in Healthcare and her passion for Complementary Therapies Tina understands the importance of working with you to promote personal responsibility for your health. Tina will liaise with your Doctor to ensure optimum efficiency of the therapies she practices.
Tina practices in the following: Reflexology Aromatherapy Reiki Seichem Energetic Cellular Healing Hopi Ear Candles.
Julie Weston
DCR., Dip Ac.,PGc is a TCM Acupuncturist and Reflexologist qualifying in 1993 from the Northern College of Acupuncture, York.She is also a radiographer with a special interest in orthopaedics and believes both western and eastern medicine systems are useful and can work together.
Since qualifying she has had a successful practice on the Wirral and Liverpool and has been a clinical tutor at the Northern College of Acupuncture and also Salford University.
She enjoys working with people to facilitate improved health and mobility on all levels (Physical, mental and emotional). Subtle symptoms that may not make sense in a western medicine arena are often understood with chinese medicine(acupuncture). Also physical problems, back and knee pain can be treated successfully as can sinusitis, migraines, emotional issues. Please feel free to contact Julie to discuss any queries or simply book in at the clinic. Evening appointments available by appointment.
Brian James
As a therapist with more than 30 years clinical experience my opinion is that the Bowen Technique is one of the most versatile and effective therapeutic treatments available today offering significant relief for many conditions. A treatment will consist of a series of gentle moves through light clothing, with the client usually lying on a treatment couch, although it is possible to be treated seated if you are unable to lie down. A session usually lasts up to an hour and frequently results in a deep sense of relaxation helping the body to recharge and balance itself. Trained with E.C.B.S and V.H.T. With 14 Years’ experience since qualification, I am a member of The Federation of Holistic Therapists and carry insurance through them.