Meet The Team

I first studied at University of Toronto, in Geology and English, then transferred to Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada. This was my entry into biomechanical medicine. My absolute favourite class was our gross anatomy class, it was a real eye-opener to actually see all of our organs in place and how connected everything was, from the brain straight through to our toes. It was truly awesome. I studied chiropractic at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in Bournemouth. This was where I first spent time watching infants being adjusted, and then in my clinical year, adjusting them myself. It was an amazing time, meeting amazing people from all over the world, some with very strong philosophies of natural health through chiropractic. During my second year, I contracted whooping cough. I was adjusted twice per day and took high dose vitamin C, and within the week it was gone! No medicines, just pure chiropractic, good nutrition, fluids and rest. That was an incredible experience. Since then, I have also experienced the benefit and the power of chiropractic after car accidents, a disc herniation, two fabulous pregnancies and two amazing home births. I have experienced just a small portion of what chiropractic can do for us, just by removing the interference in our nervous system and allowing our bodies to function and to heal the way we were meant to heal. Some of my favourite moments since arriving in Cornwall, have been out on Stithians Lake or at Coverack windsurfing, and out on the Helford gig rowing. When the sun is out and a lovely warm south-westerly is blowing, there is no place I would rather be! Life has changed a little since the arrival of Abby and Holly, but the sea still calls, although more to sea swim than much else!.

Our family usually attends the chiropractor for a check-up at least every few weeks, rarely longer, especially as kids are so active and crazy!! They may not always need an adjustment every time, but I like knowing that they are in top form. If in between I find that they are overtired, grumpy and generally not their usual gorgeous selves, it usually means time for an adjustment, as something isn’t quite right (we call it an “attitude adjustment”). At home, our “medicine” cabinet is full of homeopathics, rescue remedy, vitamins and herbal preparations. Ice in the freezer, hot water bottle in the cupboard. Good clean foods. The best approach I use is to be calm, think about what is happening and how to approach it. Is wait and watch the best thing? Or if they have had a fall and cut, a good clean and patch job! I prefer to use the body’s natural healing ability, watch for any interference, adjust as needed and support with herbs or homeopathy as required. As a mother, I am into the whole food, loads of love and hugs, support and close family and friendships, and good healthy nervous systems idea! Chiropractic has changed my life the life of my children for the better in every way. It is a process of empowering you to become the best you possible: physically, mentally and emotionally. Armed and able to make better decisions and choices in your own life, you are a better parent, co-worker, friend and partner…..community member…..and it goes on. I look forward to meeting you in person and learning how we may be of service to you and your family.

In 2022, I have made the decision to de-register from the General Chiropractic Council in the UK, as I wish to continue to expand my practice. I have been studying and practicing paediatrics and pregnancy care for over 22 years, and have added Nutritional Therapy, Heart Speak, Neuro Emotional Technique, NLP and Heart Math Coaching and Mentoring to my practice. All of this works wonderfully well with chiropractic care, but it does not fall under the auspices of the remit of the GCC. I feel that now is the correct time for me to step away. I will, as I have for the last 22 years, uphold a very high standard of safety, care and training, with continuing professional development (CPD: I average 200 hours per year of the required 30 hours). Integrity and transparency in practice is paramount. The way I practice will not change that much in terms of adjustments and cranio-sacral therapy, and the above is still how I will practice. It is just the name and umbrella organisation that is. I will still be fully insured as per requirements to practice. I will be under the banner of Spinal Health Specialist and Mind-Body Practitioner rather than Chiropractor (as the GCC owns and regulates the use of this name). Please do ask me for more information if you need any clarification.