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About Rachel
My experience working as a bodywork therapist has increased my sensitivity as an acupuncturist working with people at a physical and emotional level. I have always been fascinated by the relationship between mind, emotions and the body. This interest led me to study ITEC diplomas in Aromatherapy and Holistic Massage. I then undertook a three year professional training in Shiatsu and Oriental medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at The Shiatsu College, London. In order to improve my diagnostic and treatment skills I subsequently completed a BSc (hons) degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture which embraces both western and Chinese medicine. Modules included western anatomy, physiology, pathology and pathophysiology.
Besides developing my own acupuncture and cupping private practice, I have over ten years experience treating people in private companies, community day centres, residential homes and at health centres. I have enjoyed teaching and passing on my skills to others. I am keen to help people understand about their individual condition and disharmony to help them to help themselves feel better.
Special interests include working with children, gynaecology and fertility issues. I am trained in Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture (Cosmetic) and offer this service in Camden in central London.
I am registered with the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC), the national organisation that represents all professionally qualified Acupuncturists. BAcC requires all its members gain the correct training with an accredited institution. I completed a full time, three year BSc course in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at Westminster University. BAcC ensures all its members follow a strict code of practice as regards hygiene and ethics, to ensure health and safety for the general public.
Symptoms
People come for treatment with various overlapping issues. These may include the following:
*Emotional, Psychological & Memory Issues
Stress
Depression
Irritability / Anger
Frustration
Fearfulness
Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Palpitations
Concentration Difficulties
Poor Memory
Lack of Focus
Physical Symptoms
Head
colds
flu
sore throat
cough
allergies
hay fewer
red / dry / itchy eyes
headaches & migraine
light-headedness / dizziness
facial tension, e.g. jaw
toothache / pain
sinusitis
nose bleeds
tinnitus
Bells Palsy
*Neck & Upper Limbs
shoulder / neck tension
arm, wrist, hand aches
repetitive strain injuries
frozen shoulder
tingling & numbness
tennis elbow
*Back & Lower Limbs
back pain
muscle cramps / spasms
heavy / aching arms, legs, body
leg & feet pain
athlete's foot
sciatica
*Respiratory & Chest Conditions
asthma & allergies
chest pain & palpitations
high blood pressure
shortness of breath
*Stomach, Intestine & Digestive Tract
digestion / stomach intestine problems
poor appetite
over-eating
food cravings, e.g. sweet foods
indigestion
bloating
wind
constipation
diarrhoea / loose stools
irritable bowel syndrome
intestinal/stomach cramps
acid reflux
halitosis / bad breath
*Urogenital
frequent urination
urgency of urination
incomplete emptying / intermittent flow
nighttime urination
strong odour / cloudy urine
cystitis
*Sexual / Reproductive / Gynaecological
low / high libido
menopause symptoms
infertility
painful periods
menstrual infrequency / absence
premenstrual syndrome
heavy periods
endometriosis
fibroids
Thrush
pregnancy issues
morning sickness
mastitis
*Skin
dry / itchy skin
eczema
urticaria
psoriasis
*Other Symptoms
low or sluggish energy
tiredness / exhaustion
feeling too hot(overheating) or cold(chilly)
over / under sweating
thirst, with or without desire to drink
night sweats
candidiasis
ME
post-viral fatigue syndrome
haemorrhoids
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