About Me
SmootheAway is based on the belief that the customers' needs are of the utmost importance. I am committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of my business is from repeat customers and referrals.
David Napier
Some therapists feel there is no need to elaborate on what they have or haven't got with regard to qualifications or experience - I believe it is totally necessary! If someone is wishing to receive mind or body therapies and are willing to place their trust in you - they have every right to know about, or see such qualifications and question any experience you purport to have. I certainly do!
I am qualified in all therapies offered, and have trained at Coleg Morgannwg, and with Teach Therapies, plus the Massage in Schools Association, Zodiac Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapyand John Dewar's School of Hypnotherapy Psychotherapy & Stress Management. Qualifications have been accredited by and/or recognised by VTCT (Vocational Training Charitable Trust), the Federation of Holistic Therapists, plus the General Hypnotherapy Council regarding clinical hypnotherapy. I am fully equipped and insured, and you are more than welcome to ask for my credentials. I also possess a current enhanced CRB verified by the FHT (April 2010).
I am also a qualified Massage in Schools Instructor which promotes positive touch and peer massage in schools, which reduces bullying, increases respect and improves attendance and concentration. This can also be adapted for Youth Service work, community groups and the workplace.
Plus, as an Infant Massage Instructor I can share the benefits of this treatment with parents/guardians and those in the nursing/medical professions who have contact with babies/infants.
I have worked in the health sector for nearly 25 years including nursing, health promotion management, health development in the community, and for many years was Director for Wales of a major heart charity. I have also worked in retail and as a teacher. As such I have many years of varied experiences which I utilise in my work.
I am a Member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists, a Member of the Massage in Schools Association, a member of the General Hypnotherapy Council, and a Fellow of the Institute of Health Promotion and Education. I am also registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council, the General Hypnotherapy Register and the Central Register of Stop Smoking Therapists.
My Stress Management sessions are based on 20 years of providing these to companies, local authorities, health authorities and community groups in England and Wales.
I welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver the best service in the industry.
Qualifications:
I left school with 2 O levels in Art and Biology. Went on to Art College after studying A level Art. Didn't finish A level as I was tempted into paid work (£5 a week as a student psychiatric nurse!). I then did my O Level English in 1980. When I was 24 I went back to college and have not stopped learning since. I mention all this as I have heard too many people saying they are too old to learn any more; I am currently 55 years of age and have no intention of stopping learning....so:
- 3 O levels
- General Meat Trade Certificate (Was a butcher for 4 years)
- Higher National Diploma (Business Studies)
- Diploma in Higher Education
- Bachelor of Education
- Certificate in Health Promotion
- RSA 'Look After Yourself ' Teachers Certificate
- Diploma - Institute of Supervisory Management (Now the Institute of Leadership & Management)
- Fellow of College of Preceptors (MPhil equivalent - highest award from what is now the College of Teachers - externally awarded)
- Certificate in Swedish Massage
- Diploma in Aromatherapy
- Diploma in Sports Massage
- Diploma in Indian Head Massage
- Diploma in Reflexology
- Massage in School Instructor Certificate
- Infant Massage Instructor Certificate
- Hands Free Massage Certificate
- Thai Foot Massage Practitioner Certificate
- Food Safety Certificate
- Volunteer Walk Leader Certificate
- Hopi Ear Candling (Thermo Auricular Therapy) Certificate
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
- Smoking Cessation Certificate
- Emotional Freedom Therapy Certificate
- Past Life Regression Certificate
- Diploma Stress Management Consultant
Also did 3 years PhD studies in Organisational Leadership and Change - but funding stopped.
See also 'Additional Training' page
Awarded OStJ in 2002 (Officer of St John)
Locations:
At my home:
Home therapy room is based in Birchgrove, Swansea. The address will be given when treatment is booked.
At your home:
I can travel anywhere in the country but naturally I would have to charge extra for mileage and time away. Please call to discuss
At your workplace:
Please call to discuss your needs
Hours:
I have flexible working times though most prefer evenings and weekends. Please call to discuss
07711885130