Violet Hill Studios Centre for Healing Arts.
Violet Hill Studios Therapies.


Complementary Healing seeks to restore harmony and balance, re-establishing the body's own healing capacity and releasing the potential for internal growth and creativity. A feeling of wholeness and wellbeing is experienced.

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Acupuncture
The painless application of needles stimulates channels of energy allowing the body to balance itself and restore health and vitality. The practitioner will also address diet, exercise and lifestyle within the treatment.
Tamar Domb MBAcC, Lic.Ac, MSTAT
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Alexander Technique
The teacher helps you to 'unlearn' patterns of tension, which create stress and strain, and to relearn your body's ideal way of moving. The sessions are very gentle and the results can have invigorating effects on your balance, health and mood.
Tamar Domb MBAcC, Lic.Ac, MSTAT
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Lynn Sullivan RN MSTAT
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Allergy Testing
Allergy and tolerence testing to discover sensitivity to various foods and substances.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
The Homoeopathic Group has a private practice in Hertfordshire.

Aromatherapy
The use of healing oils, which are the concentrated life forces of plants. The oils are massaged into the skin for healing. A powerful anti stress treatment producing a feeling of well being. For thousands of years the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used essential oil massage to aid relaxation, improve circulation and help the healing of injuries. The Frenchman Gattefosse revived the art and coined the name aromatherapy in a book published in 1928.
See also: Massage, Baby Massage,
Therapeutic Massage, Pregnancy Massage
Rebecca Downham M.HAF Holistic Aromatherapy Foundation, M.GCP Guild of Complementary Practitioners
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Wendy Jackson NZRCpN Dip. Ther. Mass.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Fran Rees IIHHT Dip., Cert., ICHT
Practitioner has a private practice on the Isle of Wight

Art Therapy
Paintings are painted with no conscious planning, working from a feeling, memory or a sensation in the body, mind or spirit. Images appear on the paper as if they painted themselves, and as a person understands and experiences the feeling in the images a very profound healing can take place.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Astrology
An exploration of the symbols and energies that they represent and the unfolding of each individual's chart. Looking at the cycles and stages of growth and using this awareness as an opportunity for transformation.
Monica Anthony UKCP, RCST, MBSH, LRAM
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices in London W1 and SE16
Practitioner holds workshops in London W1 and NW8

Aura-Soma
Aura-Soma is a beautiful and creative medium for understanding and modifying your self-awareness, as well as a tool for spiritual development and personal growth.
Xenia Tran BA Hons, Reiki Master, MITPI, MIAC
Practitioner has a private practice in NW London.

Ayurveda Medicine
An ancient health system from India and treatment is tailored to individual constitution.
Dr Paul Kingston M.B., M.R.C.P
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices at Bath and Bristol.

Baby Massage
The loving touch produces a foundation of trust and caring and can establish parent-child bonding. Studies indicate a faster release from birth trauma, faster infant growth, less irritability, deeper sleep and easing of digestive difficulties and colic. It is effective with premature babies to promote weight gain.
See also: Massage, Aromatherapy,
Therapeutic Massage
, Pregnancy Massage

Wendy Jackson NZRCpN Dip. Ther. Mass.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Biodynamic Massage
Involves a broad range of techniques that work not only at the physical level of skin, tissue, muscle and bone, but also at the more subtle level of energy flow in the body.
See also: Massage, Biorelease
Gillie Gilbert BSc (Hons), UKCP, ITEC, BIO DYN Cert, HIPS
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Biodynamic Psychotherapy

Acknowledges the dynamic relationship between mind and body with the divine life force at its core. The aim of the treatment is to facilitate release of blocked energy through dialogue and touch. As ongoing conflicts become literally incorporated, this form of therapy addresses problems not only verbally but also on a cellular and spiritual level.
See also: Psychotherapy, Transpersonal Psychotherapy,
Clinical Psychology

Gillie Gilbert BSc (Hons), UKCP, ITEC, BIO DYN Cert, HIPS
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Biorelease
This is a treatment as well as a treat for people who seek relaxation and want to get in touch with their subtle energy system. It works subtly with the energy centres in body and aura and activates energy points used in Jin Shin Jyutsu, a Japanese healing system.
See also: Biodynamic Massage
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Body Talk
A revolutionary new healthcare system which synchronises communication links throughout the body to accelerate the healing process from within.
Fran Rees IIHHT Dip., Cert., ICHT
Practitioner has a private practice on the Isle of Wight
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Bowen Technique
A gentle, non-invasive form of bodywork that works on the fascia, the connective tissue of the muscle. Very helpful for sports injuries, back and neck pain, headaches and asthma.
Robert Butler Cert.ECBS.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Derby

Business Coaching
Advice in developing new business ideas and the growth, management and organisation of a private practice. Specialises in helping practitioners with the financial side of their businesses and assistance with cash and profit projections.
Anthony Groman FCA, Groman & Company

Channelling
Channelling brings wisdom and spiritual support into your consciousness. The practitioner is able to tune in to your higher energy and channel the wisdom she receives to you.
Toks Coker MNFSH, MICCH, BRCP Massage, LCM Dip
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Reiko Iwano Past Life Regression Therapy & Healing (Certificate)
Practitioner has a private practice in London NW8
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in London W10


Chi Nei Tsang
A powerful massage system on the abdomen which focuses on releasing physical, emotional and energetic blockages. 'Chi' energy is released to circulate freely around the body improving the functioning of the organs of the body: the liver, heart, spleen, gallbladder, kidneys and digestive tract. Conditions that can benefit include reproductive disorders, digestive problems, irritable bowel syndrome, gallstones, kidney/renal issues, depression and grief.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in London W10

Chiropody and Podiatry
Treats problems with the back, hip, knee and foot. Specialising in sports injuries and paediatrics and all foot problems: high arches and flat feet. Orthotic/insole manufacture and exercise regime. Also general chiropody, corns, callosities, verrucae and ingrowing toenails.
Joseph Olivelle MSc, SRCH
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Patsy Parfitt MSc, SRCH Podiatrist/Chiropodist (State Registered)
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Clinical Psychology
Rigby Hough M.Sc (Clin.Psych.) M.Sc(Psychotherapy)
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Birmingham.

Colon Hydrotherapy
A method of cleansing and detoxifying the body using a gentle infusion of purified water into the colon. The treatment often includes a course of herbal supplements and addresses nutrition.
Rebecca Downham M.HAF Holistic Aromatherapy Foundation, M.GCP Guild of Complementary Practitioners
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Colour Therapy
The use of colour to promote healing and harmony to the mind and body. The practitioner uses a gentle touch with visualisation of specific colours, which can produce an increase in vitality, and a renewed sense of well being.
Monica Anthony UKCP, RCST, MBSH, LRAM
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices in London W1 and SE16
Practitioner holds workshops in London W1 and NW8

Corporate Coaching
Seminars and private consultations are arranged for companies in areas that help the individual and the company to grow. These may include stress management, motivation, health and safety, negotiation skills, interpersonal skills and personal growth.
See also: Business Coaching
Practitioner has a private practice in Wiltshire
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner holds workshops in Wiltshire

Craniosacral Therapy
This is a very gentle therapy suitable for all ages. The practitioner listens with her hands to your body and helps to relieve pain and tension. It is suitable for a variety of conditions. Excellent for post accident trauma and for babies following a difficult birth. Migraine and headaches respond well.
Monica Anthony UKCP, RCST, MBSH, LRAM
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices in London W1 and SE16
Sally Nealon RCST, ITEC
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Crystal Healing
Crystals are powerful tools to aid healing and transformation. They can be used in everyday life and help all conditions, both physical and emotional producing feelings of well-being and health.
Toks Coker MNFSH, MICCH, BRCP Massage, LCM Dip
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Dance/Movement Therapy
Using sources from Dance, Feldenkrais, Tai Chi Chuan, Chi Kung and Body Mind Centering to create harmony and balance.
Leah Bartal Cert. Institute of Psychosynthesis
Practitioner has a private practice in London NW3.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner holds workshops in London NW3.

Feldenkrais
Feldenkrais uses a gentle touch to release patterns held within the body. Helps the individual to move with greater ease and freedom and assists in alleviating pain and stiffness in the body, stress and tension and postural problems.
Wilfred Van Dorp BSc(Hons), D.HOM(Med), Mbr Feldenkrais Gld (UK)
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Poole, Dorset.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Feng Shui
Feng Shui means wind over water and is an ancient Chinese concept regarding the flow of energy or Chi within the environment. By changing or altering our environment: rearrangement of furniture, placement of plants, crystals, use of colour, water features, and chimes, we can become open to beneficial change in our lives.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner provides on-site visits.

Flower and Gem Essences
Flower and Gem Essences uses the vibrational healing power of flower and gem essences. It is a subtle form of healing that can help to heal the emotions.
Barbara Ann C.V.M. (dip)
Practitioner has a private practice  in London NW8
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Gaia Healing
A powerful healing system to help with the transformation of our planet and for those who wish to experience more peace, love and joy in their lives
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Geopathic and Electro-Magnetic Stress Balancing
A harmonisation of the adverse effects of geopathic and electro-magnetic stress on the environment which can result in renewed vitality and health and an improvement in the quality of life.
Jacqueline Beacon Environmental Harmony
Practitioner has private practices in London NW11 and Suffolk.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner holds workshops in Suffolk.

Healing
Healing helps in bringing the body back into energetic balance. It is gentle and non invasive and any condition may respond to healing. See also: Reiki Healing, Colour Therapy
Monica Anthony UKCP, RCST, MBSH, LRAM
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices in London W1 and SE16.
Toks Coker MNFSH, MICCH, BRCP Massage, LCM Dip
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Reiko Iwano Past Life Regression Therapy & Healing (Certificate)
Practitioner has a private practice in London NW8
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has a private practice in London W10
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Northumberland
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Herbal Medicine
Herbalism is one of the oldest forms of medicine. It uses herbs to treat illnesses and restore the body back to a state of balance. They help to cleanse, heal and nourish and can be used as diuretics, laxatives and blood purifiers to help the processes of elimination and detoxification.
Wilfred Van Dorp BSc(Hons), D.HOM(Med), Mbr Feldenkrais Gld (UK)
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Poole, Dorset.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Holistic Medicine
Holistic Integrative Medicine looks to widen the options available between conventional medicine and traditional healing methods whilst ensuring a compatability exists between the different methods.
Dr Paul Kingston M.B., M.R.C.P
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices at Bath and Bristol.

Homoeopathy
Treats the whole individual by giving them infinitesimal doses of a remedy which closely matches their symptoms, stimulating the body's own healing powers.
Wilfred Van Dorp BSc(Hons), D.HOM(Med), Mbr Feldenkrais Gld (UK)
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Poole, Dorset.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
The Homoeopathic Group has a private practice in Hertfordshire.

Hypnotherapy
Works through a state of deep relaxation, releasing buried fears. It is effective in treating anxiety and lack of confidence.
Monica Anthony UKCP, RCST, MBSH, LRAM
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices in London W1 and SE16.

I Ching
In I Ching readings one is given the opportunity to delve into one of the oldest philosophical works on divination and problem solving and chart a way back to alignment and harmony.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has a private practice in London W10
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

The Journey
Guides us to the root cause of any longstanding difficulty and then gives us the tools to finally and completely resolve it.
Practitioner has a private practice in North West London.
Practitioner has a private practice in Pembrokeshire.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Kinesiology
A system of diagnosis that asks the body what it wants by means of muscle testing. It assists in activating the body's own healing ability and can help with a wide variety of conditions. It can work on the emotions and is also particularly helpful in diagnosing allergies.
Jacqueline Beacon Environmental Harmony
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practice in London NW11.
Dr Paul Kingston M.B., M.R.C.P
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has private practices at Bath and Bristol.
Fran Rees IIHHT Dip., Cert., ICHT
Practitioner has a private practice on the Isle of Wight.

LaStone Therapy
A massage and a sanctuary for the soul which combines deep tissue healing, detoxification, immune system function booster and energy treatment. LaStone uses basalt and marble stones which assist the body in self healing.
Wendy Jackson NZRCpN Dip. Ther. Mass.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Life Coaching
Life Coaching can help you define your goals and guide you through a step by step process to build a bridge from where you are now to where you want to be.
Xenia Tran BA Hons, Reiki Master, MITPI, MIAC
Practitioner has a private practice in NW London.

Massage
Massage works on the physical, mental and spiritual levels and aims to restore balance and harmony.
Please see:
Baby Massage, Biodynamic Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Therapeutic Massage,
Toks Coker MNFSH, MICCH, BRCP Massage, LCM Dip
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Wendy Jackson NZRCpN Dip. Ther. Mass.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Joanna O'Callaghan Ass. Dip App Sci
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Meditation
Meditation calms the mind and body and helps towards reaching stillness, inner peace and joy.
See also: Taoist Meditation
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios. Practitioner holds workshops in North London. Practitioner holds workshops in Bath.
Reiko Iwano Past Life Regression Therapy & Healing (Certificate)
Practitioner has a private practice in London NW8
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has a private practice in London W10
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Northumberland
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Naturopathy
A complete system of natural healthcare that believes the body has the knowledge to heal itself. Treatment includes diet, exercise and osteopathy and may also use homoeopathy, herbalism and acupuncture.
Manjit Sehmby BSc(Hons) Ost Med, ND,
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

On-Site Massage
Bringing Massage to the workplace.
See also: Massage
Joanna O'Callaghan Ass. Dip App Sci
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Osteopathy
A system of manipulation aimed at bringing the structure of the body back into balance.
Manjit Sehmby BSc(Hons) Ost Med, ND,
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Past Life Therapy
Through a journey into your past and/or past life, Past Life Therapy can help you to understand and resolve issues in order to make your present and future life happier.
Reiko Iwano Past Life Regression Therapy & Healing (Certificate)
Practitioner has a private practice in London NW8

Pilates
A system of exercise that strengthens the bones, addresses aches, pains and tension, improves posture and breathing and awakens a renewed sense of health and vitality.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Pregnancy Massage
A therapist trained to perform pregnancy massage understands the changes occurring in the body throughout pregnancy and adapts the massage to suit. It can promote an increased circulation, greater energy, less fatigue and reduced swelling. Pre-labour massage helps sedate the nervous system, release endorphins which are natural pain killers and so lead to a state of deep relaxation.
See also: Massage, Aromatherapy,
Therapeutic Massage
, Baby Massage
Wendy Jackson NZRCpN Dip. Ther. Mass.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Psychosynthesis

Leah Bartal Cert. Institute of Psychosynthesis
Practitioner has a private practice in London NW3.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner holds workshops in London NW3.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios. Practitioner holds workshops in North London. Practitioner holds workshops in Bath.

Psychotherapy

Explores emotions and relationships with others helping clients to understand themselves better and find new ways of personal change. It can be path towards healing and personal growth.
See also: Biodynamic Psychotherapy,
Clinical Psychology,
Transpersonal Psychotherapy

Monica Anthony Transpersonal Psychotherapy
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in London W1
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Rigby Hough M.Sc (Clin.Psych.) M.Sc(Psychotherapy)
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice in Birmingham.
Practitioner has a private practice in Wiltshire
Joanna O'Callaghan Ass. Dip App Sci
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.

Qi Gong
A holistic system which combines breathing techniques, precise movements and meditation. Regularly performed it is an excellent energy boost creating abundant health and well-being and a sense of inner calm.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has private practice in London W10.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.

Reflexology
An ancient technique of treating the whole body by pressing reflex points in the foot which correspond to organs in the body. It is excellent for diagnosis and effective for general health, digestive disorders, stress and migraines.
Rebecca Downham M.HAF Holistic Aromatherapy Foundation, M.GCP Guild of Complementary Practitioners
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Joanna O'Callaghan Ass. Dip App Sci
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Fran Rees IIHHT Dip., Cert., ICHT
Practitioner has a private practice on the Isle of Wight.

Reiki
The practitioner channels universal life energy promoting healing to the mind, body and spirit, accelerating the body's ability to heal itself.
Barbara Ann C.V.M. (dip)
Practitioner has private practice in London NW8.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Wendy Jackson NZRCpN Dip. Ther. Mass.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Practitioner has a private practice at Violet Hill Studios.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has private practice in London W10.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.
Fran Rees IIHHT Dip., Cert., ICHT
Practitioner has a private practice on the Isle of Wight.

Shiatsu
The use of pressure on acupuncture points to stimulate and rebalance the body's energy. It is particularly helpful in releasing stress and emotional and mental tension. All kinds of conditions can benefit: back pain, migraine, reheumatic and arthritic conditions, asthma, insomnia and digestive disorders.
Nilima So M (Universal Tao System), H1 (Universal. Tao System), TSM (Chi Nei Tsang Institute), CP Zen Shiatsu, Reiki II
Practitioner has private practice in London W10.
Practitioner holds workshops at Violet Hill Studios.