Reiki originated in Japan in the 1920s when Dr Mikao Usui (1865 – 1926) ‘discovered’ a way of channelling healing energy. Of course, ancient traditions, sacred texts and indigenous cultures evidence similar practices long before this. Reiki is most often translated as ‘universal life-force energy’ or ‘spiritual energy’....
Looking After Your Back and Your Health Over Christmas The Christmas season is a time for joy, celebration, and connection… but it can also be surprisingly tough on your body- especially your back. Between long hours sitting at festive gatherings, marathon cooking sessions, travelling, and the...
We're excited to share Karen's latest contribution to Hypnotherapy Today's Autumn Edition, where she explores a brilliant analogy between driving a car and managing the stress in our everyday lives. Karen's got this lovely way of explaining how we can think about stress like we're behind...
Our clinical hypnotherapist Karen Tulloch was featured in the Summer edition of Hypnotherapy Today magazine. Her article explores how mindfulness has become a misunderstood buzzword and advocates for a personalised approach that recognises mindfulness looks different for everyone - from meditation and breathwork to everyday activities...
As a Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator, regularly practising as well as teaching and holding space for others’ breathwork, I can sometimes forget that what breathwork actually is and actually does can feel a bit mysterious. It might sound ‘woo woo’ but there is solid science behind...
When it comes to back pain, disc issues are one of the most common causes I see in clinic. Many people have heard of a “slipped disc,” but that term is often used to describe a wide range of spinal disc conditions, each with their...
Chiropractic care during pregnancy is highly effective for managing musculoskeletal pain, especially lower back and pelvic girdle pain. As the body adapts to support a growing baby, many women experience discomfort due to significant changes in posture and weight distribution. Hormonal changes, particularly the increase in...
As Easter approaches, ski enthusiasts are eager to hit the mountains. Whether you're a seasoned skier or a beginner, it's important to remember that skiing is a physically demanding sport that requires strength, flexibility, and balance. Whilst it's exhilarating and fun, skiing can also put...
Understanding Non-Specific Low Back Pain (NSLBP) Non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. It often presents as stiffness, discomfort, or aching in the lower back without a clear cause, such as a specific...
Did you know that hypnosis can be very helpful for children and teenagers, as well as for adults? Everyone, regardless of age, has the capacity to access their inner, or subconscious, mind and to change thought patterns, limiting beliefs, habits and behaviours. There is no limit to what hypnotherapy...
