COMPLIMENTARY HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
Welcome to Church Street Practice, a multi-disciplinary clinic where independent registered practitioners are working under one roof. We offer a wide range of therapies covering mind and body and work to the highest standard of care. The practice is located in the heart of Melton Mowbray with easy access from shopping and parking facilities.
Clare founded Church Street Practice in 2006 after having been based in Melton for a while as an Osteopath. The idea was to establish a multi-disciplinary complementary health care practice so patients can access a wide profile of fully qualified, insured registered practitioners, working under one roof.
All practitioners are committed to providing the highest possible standards of care within a relaxed, friendly clinical environment. The approach of the practice means the needs of the whole person: body, mind and emotions can be taken into account to encourage health on all levels.
All the practitioners are highly competent healthcare professionals, and fully qualified to diagnose and treat independently without the need for a referral from the GP.
Patients who are suffering from certain conditions will be able to choose from several therapies for treatment i.e. back pain patients can chose from Osteopathy, Acupuncture, or Sports Massage Therapy for treatment. To help you chose which therapy is right for you for your condition read through the therapy explanations
As well as receiving appropriate treatment patients are given tools, which enable them to make the necessary lifestyle changes to prevent the problem reoccurring and empowering them to take control of their own health and well-being.
Osteopathy is an established system of diagnosis and manual treatment, recognised by the British Medical Association as a discrete clinical discipline. The patient is assessed by the whole body structure and how it performs from a mechanical, functional and postural standpoint and the treatment is adapted to suits the individuals needs. Osteopaths treat a wide variety of conditions from postural problems, pain from sports injuries but also looking at prevention of injuries, repetitive strain to postural changes during pregnancy.
Osteopaths undertake a 4 year degree course involving thorough clinical training and are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council who maintain a Statutory Register of Osteopaths, allowing only those osteopaths meeting the highest standard of safety and competency to join.
Firstly we take time taking a detail case history. This involves details about the current problem you’re coming in with as well as details about any past and previous problems. We also take a detail medical history to check any other associated symptoms and whether the person is suitable for treatment.
On examination you will be asked to remove some appropriate items of clothing to allow the osteopath to fully assess the problem and other associate areas. If you feel uncomfortable with this we can normally work around it. We will take you through a series of simple movements and a system of diagnosis including any special tests to make a full diagnosis. The osteopath will then talk you through the problem and what will be involved with treatment. Treatment involves gentle manual techniques to work through any problems and assist the body to heal itself.
The Initial Consultation and Treatment session lasts between 45 minutes to an hour and costs £75. Follow-up sessions cost £50 and last approximately 30 minutes. Typically two to six sessions are needed, though this varies depending on the problem. Some health care insurers are accepted please check before booking if this is the case. We ask for payment at time of appointment and then ask you reclaim from your insurer with receipt provided as some do not cover our full fees.
If you would like to know more information or make an appointment please contact the Osteo team on 01664 480568 or email clare@churchstreetpractice.com. Alternatively you can book below online.
Church Street Practice provides top quality foot care in a comfortable, relaxed setting. The full treatment, which takes only half an hour, includes cutting and treating difficult nails, removal of hard skin (callous), verrucae and corns, diabetic care, reflexology. general foot health advice and referral. Elaine Etherington, FSSCh DipPodMed MBChA, qualified in 1998 after time spent in banking and the travel industry. She is registered with The Health Professions Council (HCPC) which ensures she practises with a high level of care and keeps up to date with her skills and knowledge through Continual Professional Development.
Elaine is also one of the founding members of Melton’s Community First Responder group. This was established in 2004 for volunteers to provide prompt lifesaving support for members of our community, while waiting for an ambulance to arrive. Needless to say this has included one or two of her own patients!
Caireen Escott, a Foot Health Professional, joined the practice in 2006. When Caireen is not working in the busy clinic she is out and about providing home visits. These are a vital life line for our patients who are unable to travel to our town centre surgery. In the little spare time Caireen has she volunteers at the Fair Trading Post.
Due to increased demand Clare Wass, also a Foot Health Professional, has recently joined us. From an administrative background Clare has embraced the world of podiatry and chiropody bringing her knowledge and enthusiasm with her.
The ground floor clinic has wheelchair access and is open six days a week. Evening appointments, home visits and gift vouchers are available.
To book an appointment at the surgery or a home visit telephone 01664 568068.
Helen Cockle is our registered acupuncturist.
Having practised acupuncture since 2010, Helen uses the traditional Chinese Medicine treatment protocol and specialises in Master Tung and Dr Tan acupuncture. Trained by Master Acupuncturist John Tindall and qualifying at Acu- Medic, University of Beijing, Helen is a skilled and sensitive acupuncturist and also an experienced massage therapist and trainer.
Acupuncture uses a number of fine needles inserted into the skin or muscle at specific points to restore good health, clear pain and create an optimum environment for a balanced body.
The NHS Choices website states that recent scientific trials conducted to investigate the effect of acupuncture found that acupuncture had a beneficial effect on these conditions:
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) provides guidelines to the NHS on use of treatments and care of patients. Currently, NICE recommends that acupuncture is considered as a treatment option for:
The World Health Organization also recommends a comprehensive list of conditions for which acupuncture has been found to be effective: http://apps.who.int/medicinedocs/en/d/Js4926e/5.html
More research is needed and underway to validate acupuncture to the scientific community. In the meantime, it continues to be a successful complementary treatment to conventional medicine.
For more information and appointments, call or message Helen Cockle on 07868 195482, email: info@acuvitae.co.uk, or visit the website: http://www.acuvitae.co.uk.
Sports Massage is a deep tissue massage using different techniques to prevent and recover from injury. If you have tight hamstrings, knee pain, hip ache, shoulder problems etc, then sports massage could help. It works by manipulating the soft tissue creating lengthened muscles and increased movement around a joint. It can also reduce pain and improve posture.
Sports massage is not just for sports people but it’s beneficial for everyday problems such as tension headaches, sore neck, general tight and aching muscles.
Donna has been a Sports Massage Therapist for over 20 years. She has built a successful practise with her own clients longside
originally working as 1st team therapist at Nottingham Forest. Outside of work she plays basketball, like’s doing Pilates, enjoys food, cooking and nutrition.
Donna Taylor – 07977 966 338 | donna@donnasportsmassage.co.uk
Currently at Church Street Practice on Monday and Wednesday.
Ruth qualified in Sports Massage in 2005 and has worked with both athletes and everyday clients to improve their performance and wellbeing. She also enjoys photography, gardening, using her sewing machine and walks in the woods.
Ruth Taylor | 07790 755784 | retaylor@hotmail.co.uk
Currently at Church Street Practice on Thursday afternoons.
Harriet graduated with a BSc Honours Degree in Sport and Exercise Therapy. She has experience in injury assessment and rehabilitation, with rugby players, footballers, runners and also the everyday person. Harriet is the sports therapist for Melton Town Football Club’s first team. She has previously played football, along with other activities such as horse riding and dance. Her interests are motorbikes, weight training, travelling and she is a huge dog lover.
Harriet Wall | 07443 541768 | harriet.24sportstherapy@outlook.com
Currently at Church Street Practice on Tuesday mornings
Hi, My name is Claire Radford and I’m very excited to be joining Church Street Practice where I am able to offer a counselling service for anyone over the age of 14.
I am married with two grown up children and have lived in 3 villages in this area all my adult life and as my husband’s family live in Melton I know the town very well and feel very drawn to it. Whilst it is a lovely place to live I appreciate that sometimes life doesn’t always go the way we want it to and we can be left feeling low, confused, anxious or angry. It’s maybe that life isn’t making sense and it can be hard to find the motivation to keep going. There may be issues from the past or something current happening that are getting in the way and making us feel like we are not making the most out of life. There is no issue too small that can’t be discussed and hopefully changed if that is what is wanted. Having worked to support people all my working life in many different roles, more recently in schools. I have a lot of experience working with many different issues such as; anxiety, low self-esteem, bereavement, bullying, relationship issues, effects of divorce, abuse, self-harm, and life transitions.
I offer a fundamentally person centred approach to counselling where we work together to try and bring about change and understanding. I will listen in a non-judgemental way offering you a safe and confidential environment. Sometimes other techniques and therapies can be used if it is felt they would be helpful, such as being creative, using cognitive behavioural techniques, looking at your Inner child, relaxation or Eco therapy where we use nature to help. This is all done with your agreement as you are the expert on yourself and know what works for you. There is no one size fits all.
There is no limit to how many sessions a person can have other than they still need to be of benefit. Sessions last for 50 mins and cost £45. They can be in Melton or my home in Nether Broughton or online. At both settings we can take the therapy outside if that would feel more comfortable.
I have a level 5 Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy and have been trained in Walk and Talk therapy, along with many CPD courses on the above issues I mentioned. I am a member of the BACP and adhere to their ethical framework and complaints procedure.
I offer a free 30 minute telephone conversation for you to see if you feel like we can work together.
To find out more, Please visit my website claireradforcounselling.co.uk, or email me at claireradfordcounselling@gmail.com, or ring me on 07485 115104.
My name is Amanda Williamson and I have been coaching and mentoring adults and children for more than ten years: – it’s my passion and my profession.
I offer a person centred approach covering both personal and work related issues as the two are often interlinked.
It’s vital that my clients are able to engage as fully in the process as possible and confidentiality is assured at all times.
Individual Coaching
The areas/issues that my clients bring along to tackle include the following:
Group Coaching
In addition to the above individual work I also deliver group coaching courses covering the following topics:
Stress Management
Energy for Life.
Change Management
An introduction to Life Coaching
Coaching Skills for YOUR life
In addition I offer a range of stand-alone workshops:
Top Tips for Stress management
Confidence Booster & Destroyers
The Wheel of Life (Balance)
Values Elicitation – identify your core values
Effective Communication
Positive Thinking
Target Setting (CSMARTER)
Professional Background
I began my career as a full time school teacher, and spent the first fifteen years dedicated to supporting children to fulfil their potential.
I subsequently embarked on a career change and took the lead role in setting up and delivering an ESF award-winning project (Melton and Rutland Healthy Learning Project) offering coaching and mentoring at five local medical Practices to patients who were referred by their GPs and other health care professionals.
Five years later, when the project came to a close, I realised this was the right time to set up my own business; I launched Spiral Life Coaching in 2007 and joined the team at the Church Street Practice in 2009.
I now combine my work as Lecturer for Peterborough Regional College as well as my post as a part time Personal Development and Employability Tutor with the Rutland Adult Learning Service, with my freelance work as a Success Coach.
Achievements
European Social Fund Award: Best Individual in a Supporting Role.
(IAB) Enterprise Awards – Short Listed Finalist – Ceremony held at the House of Commons in London.
Hobbies & Interests
I’m a volunteer for the Friends of Chernobyl Charity and help out when children from Belarus visit the UK each summer. I have a lively and intelligent border terrier called Martha. I also enjoy home baking and being creative in as many ways as possible.
Contact
For further information or to book an appointment please don’t hesitate to contact me in any one of the following ways:
W: www.spirallifecoaching.co.uk
M: 07717 754 802.
E: info@spirallifecoaching.co.uk
T: #spirallifecoach
Dr Matthew Daniels is a Registered and Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with children and adults (including couples and families) across the age span.
For more information:
Website: www.drdaniel.co.uk
Email: drmatthewdaniel@gmail.com
John Hurton Dip Hyp. CS MNHS
About me
I see many different clients for many different reasons, whether it’s to quit smoking, lose weight, for panic attacks, fears and phobias, just to feel better about themselves or to move forward with a particular issue that’s affecting their life. Without doubt, the one theme common to them all is the desire for change. Most will have tried various other ways of achieving their goals but without success. Many arrive feeling sceptical about Hypnotherapy but often leave with the thought, “Why didn’t I do this years ago??!”
The thing that surprises most people new to Hypnotherapy is that it’s so relaxing and they are in total control at all times, as they determine the success of their own treatment; I am merely a facilitator in their therapy and the guide on their individual journey.
Many of us are creatures of habit and tend to live our lives on auto pilot because that’s what we’ve always done and, quite frankly, for most people it’s comfortable. But deep down, are we always happy with that? Perhaps there’s something you think you should be doing better or looking at in a different way. Perhaps, without even knowing it, there’s an issue from your past that’s limiting your present and preventing you from moving forward. How many times do we make New Year resolutions to stop smoking, lose weight; to stop feeling so stressed all the time or to get help with physical or psychological pain that won’t go away but we still find that yet another year goes by and nothing has changed?
The main thing that always holds us back is FEAR – principally fear of change. We believe that change can’t happen or it’s slow and painful and thus we imagine that change will be a frightening thing.
That’s where Hypnotherapy can help. It’s probably the most powerful and effective tool you could ever have in your journey to success, health and happiness. Hypnotherapy is your investment in you!
So what is involved at the initial session?
… and many more.
So, if you’re serious about making a positive change in your life, then don’t hesitate. Hypnotherapy could be the perfect solution. All consultations are private and strictly confidential and I will do my utmost to help you move forward in the shortest time possible in order to change your life for the better.
HYPNOTHERAPY – THE MOST RELAXING WAY TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully qualified Hypnotherapist with a Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills. I always aim to enhance my skills with regular Continual Professional Development. I have been practicing for two years and cover a wide variety of lifestyle issues.
Fees
I work on a purely private-practice basis and thus my fees will take account of this. There is no standard price for a particular course of therapy, as every client is different and is treated as a unique individual so some treatments take longer than others and this will be reflected in the overall cost of therapy. I will never prolong therapy unnecessarily and we will always discuss the cost of treatment and a suitable period of review before commencing.
TYPICAL SESSION FEES:
No VAT is payable on any therapy I undertake.
All printed materials, CD’s or Mp3’s provided by me as an aid to your therapy are included in the session price and supplied free of charge.
PAYMENT
Payment can be made by cash or cheque only (no credit or debit cards) and will be due at the beginning of the session prior to any treatment. Unfortunately, if payment is not possible at this point, then no treatment can be undertaken.
DEPOSITS
Please note that due to appointment availability, demand for my services and last-minute cancellations or no-shows (meaning I am unable to offer appointments to others), I charge a deposit of £20 for your treatment. This is to cover any future cancellations etc. and is payable at the first session. It is held until the final session, which is decided by you, the client. The deposit will be deducted from the cost of your final therapy session provided that more than one session has been agreed and attended.
CANCELLATIONS
If a session is booked but not attended without having given sufficient notice, then the deposit will be used to meet the partial cost of that session. The notice period for being unable to attend is a minimum of 48 hours. Cancellations within less than 48 hours will result in the loss of your deposit. Also, if you fail to show up for the session at all without giving notice then you will also lose your deposit and be charged the balance to cover the full cost of that particular session.
CONTACT
M: 07593 861 900
E: john@melton-hypnotherapy.co.uk
For more information, please visit my website www.melton-hypnotherapy.co.uk
Priti Patel - BSC Nursing, IIHHT, Lic Ac (BAWMA)
I am a highly qualified Intensive Care Unit senior nurse at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. Having previously worked as a nurse in three continents and for over three decades, I have developed a strong passion for caring for my patient and clients, to the best of my ability.
As far back as I remember, I have used massage to alleviate pain and for relaxation. As a child growing up in India, massage was a part of everyday life. Indian head massage especially was a routine ritual. Whilst training as a nurse, I was driven to find natural ways of helping my patients in addition to conventional medicine. This journey began in 1998 when I travelled to England and trained as a holistic therapist. Subsequently, I trained as a western medical Acupuncturist in 2012. I am fully registered and insured for all the therapies I conduct and keep myself updated in each field. I also apply my nursing knowledge to my therapies. I am committed to making a significant difference in my client’s health and assisting them on their journey for a healthier life.
Whilst working full time as a specialised nurse, I work every Tuesday at Church Street Practice.
Outside of work you can find me baking bread, crocheting, meditating and spending time with my family.
The therapies I offer...
Auricular Acupuncture
The technique involves fine needle stimulation of specific points of the ear that are linked to different body areas. Although practiced as part of traditional Chinese Medicine, it was further developed by a Frenchman, Paul Nogier, as a treatment adjunct for a variety of conditions such as pain relief, anxiety, stress, digestive problems, menstrual problems, substance abuse and insomnia.
Following a consultation, a treatment plan will be formulated and consent obtained. Both ears will need to be exposed and hair tied back if necessary. Most treatment would take place in a seated position. Three to five needles are placed in the specific sites corresponding to the patient’s needs. Single use sterile needles are used which are removed after 30 to 40 minutes.
The risks are very low. (The side effects include dizziness and slight nausea. There may be some pain at the insertion sites and minor bleeding)
This technique is not suitable for clients who are pregnant, have epilepsy, metal allergy or have a pacemaker.
Reflexology
Reflexology is a complimentary health therapy that can promote relaxation, well-being and resilience. Its basis is that different points of the hands, feet, face and ears correspond with different points of the body. The reflexologist uses these points to address the patient’s symptoms.
Reflexology is not a cure for any illness and is not a means of making a diagnosis.
Some of the benefits of reflexology are:
Reflexology is often used alongside conventional care in hospitals, hospices and other healthcare settings.
Your session will start with a consultation to establish your health status and whether reflexology is appropriate for you.
For the treatment itself, it will be fully clothed except for your shoes and socks. You will be invited to lay on a couch for the treatment which lasts for 35 to 45 minutes.
Indian Head Massage
Indian head massage is part of Ayurveda, an ancient method involving natural therapies. This therapy is used as part of daily life practises in India. The areas massaged, with or without oils, are the head, scalp, face, neck shoulders and upper back. The benefits of Indian head massage are:
Following a consultation to assess the patient’s needs, the treatment of 30 to 40 minutes will take place in a seated position. If oils are used, the upper body clothing will be removed and the upper body covered with a towel instead.
Contact me on 07943 816140.
Always a welcoming, cheerful smile, Caireen has been successfully treating my verrucae problem, enabling me to walk again with comfort. Great with feet!A very happy client
I have seen Elaine for the last 12 years! I have to say I feel as though I am “walking on air” when I leave her surgery. Very thorough treatment, a lovely lady.Gill
I have been seeing Elaine for over 10 years and have been delighted with the treatments I have had done, as I play many sports. My feet have been extremely well looked after.Mr. S
Thank you for time in sorting out my shoulder injury. I have to commend you on the passion you demonstrate for Osteopathy and I certainly have felt the benefit of your expertise. I have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone who has some form of injury or discomfort.A Fearn
I have used Clare on a couple of occassions now and always found her extremely knowledgeable and passionate about her role, she is a very caring person and always takes the time to explain in detail the areas of concern, she is a true professional.T Griffiths
As a busy pub landlord the well being of my feet is extremely important, being on them all day. The care and attention of the ladies at the Church Street Practice keeps me going. I wouldn’t consider going elsewhere!Mr B.
A very professional and friendly service, most importantly of all Clare did a fantastic job on my back which healed a lot quicker than I ever thought it would.K Yates
Having just hit the 40 barrier I was conscious of not diving into serious exercise but rather needed a physical MOT. Clare was able to not only carry that out but also spent time to show me important exercises in order to hopefully prevent future self inflicted damageA Cross
Sheer bliss! Feet so much more comfy. I really look forward to my regular sessions.Shirley N.
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