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Zac Chandler BSc has over 10 years working in clinics and league football clubs as a physiotherapist / sports injury therapist. His scope extends to the NHS, as a community physiotherapist, treating mainly elderly and house bound patients, and also in an occupational health clinic.

A late entry training as a physiotherapist, and after a diagnosis with dyslexia as a child, a degree level education did not look optimistic at the time. It was not until his thirties, and with the support of his current wife and family, that he re-joined education as a mature student, and gained his degree at St Georges University Hospital 5 years ago.

Zac has been working at Ashdown Clinic for a number of years now, and is able to assess and treat a variety of conditions with his diverse knowledge and skill set.

Patients covered by health insurance policies including Cigna and WPA are also very welcome.

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Seema Datta is an Ayurvedic practitioner and entrepreneur - specialising in women’s health and wellness. Her calling/mission is to support women in their major life transi-tions, especially pregnancy, birth and early motherhood. She travels around the world to give workshops, talks and consultations.

Born in a small town in India, Seema went to university to study Living sciences, followed by a postgraduate diploma in Biomedical techniques. After some serious life events, she found her calling in Ayurveda and completed her studies at Shri Ayurveda College and Research Centre, Nagpur University in 1995.

During her final year at university, Seema worked in the gynaecological ward at the local hospital. By her graduation, she had already attended over a thousand births. Despite running a successful private practice in her hometown, she decided to move to London and bring Ayurvedic women’s health to the West. After working at various well-known clinics, she also practices at the prestigious Harley Street Practice in London. Seema’s way of helping women from all walks of life, including high-profile, international clients, has made her a sought-after women’s health specialist.

Alongside Ayurveda, Seema is also trained in the Gentle Birth Method, various healing therapies, NLP (Neuro-linguistic Programming) and hypnotherapy. With over 22 years of experience, Seema guides women through the often challenging transitions women face: from fertility issues over pregnancy to menopause. Combing all her skills, she counsels them on how to digest food, thoughts and emotions and teaches them how to nourish their body, mind and soul to create complete health.

In addition to her practice, Seema presents her work at international conferences to spread her message and encourage discussion about holistic women’s health. As a member of the APA (Ayurvedic professional Association), Seema practices Ayurveda to the highest standard.

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Luke is a registered Osteopath graduating from the London College of Osteopaths with a 1st class honours. Prior to this he worked as a level 5 sports and remedial massage therapist since qualifying in 2011.

A keen athlete with a strong sporting background, Luke has competed at elite level in both badminton and martial arts. Pushing himself to his limits he learnt the importance of optimising health and function, and the power Osteopathy had in achieving those goals.

Luke offers and employs a variety of techniques based on the age, physique, and nature of his patient’s issue. His clinical experience working with people of all ages, on all joints of the body and with numerous conditions allows him to provide tailored treatment to suit the individual and help return them to what they love doing.

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Jacqueline is a very experienced non-surgical podiatrist. Her career began by working in the NHS, treating many foot conditions and complications. She worked at a number of hospitals including UCH, Whittington and Royal Free. Her work included treatment of diabetic patients as part of a multi discipline team. She progressed into a combined clinical and managerial role, being responsible for managing the provision of NHS hospital and community podiatry services within South Camden district.

After starting a family, Jacqueline set up her own private practice and soon after left NHS work to focus on providing a service at her clinic. She successfully ran her own practice in North London for many years until she decided to reduce her working hours. She sold her practice in 2018 but continued working there on a part time locum basis until March 2020. She now works exclusively at the Ashdown Clinic.

Over the years, Jacqueline has developed expertise in a number of specialist treatments including biomechanics and low level laser. She also has extensive experience of treating diabetic foot problems.

Jacqueline is passionate about continuing her podiatric education to ensure she can provide the best possible treatment for her patients. She has obtained a diploma in biomechanics and a pharmacology qualification which entitles her to write prescriptions for her patients. Her most recent achievement was an MSc in Skin Integrity Skills and treatment.

Jacqueline’s wealth of knowledge covers foot problems for all ages.

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I am an associate member of the British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT), the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), and the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners (ANP). As a Naturopath, Naturopathic Nutritionist and Iridologist I believe the complete person is the inter-relation of our psychological, emotional, social, spiritual and environmental state.

The key to Naturopathic principles is prevention, however, the body has the innate power to heal itself and my role is to educate and empower each individual to take control, to promote good health and restore wellbeing through appropriate nourishment and lifestyle.

Now more than ever, we lead stressful busy lifestyles in polluted environment’s leading to poor sleep and dietary habits, these are all disruptive to our homeostasis and in turn set our bodies out of balance. Symptoms of pathologies are alarm bells; a Naturopathic approach uses science based medicine whereby the whole person is considered in order to uncover the underlying root cause.

My special interest lies in the gut, research shows that many chronic metabolic diseases begin in the gut, we are not what we eat but what we absorb. The gut-brain axis is the communication system between your brain and gut, your brain affects your gut health and your gut affects your brain health. There are more neurons in the gut than there are in the brain, 70-80 percent of your immune system is in your gut and hormones in your gut help control your body clock. Billions of beneficial bacteria live in your gut, these are your ecosystem and play so many vital roles in promoting the smooth operations of your body’s network. A healthy gut will act as a barrier from external invaders such as toxins and other pathogens.

By achieving a greater state of health through balancing and sustaining the functions of the individual’s needs a Naturopathic approach can, amongst other conditions aid with the following:

• Digestive disorders, autoimmune disorders, liver and gastrointestinal health • Hormonal imbalance, low energy, fatigue and skin health • Immune strength, allergies, fungal infections and parasites • Nervous system, poor sleep, fluctuating mood, ADHD, autism, stress management and anxiety • Reproductive health, PMS, menopause and circulatory • Weight management, metabolic syndrome, blood sugar balance, detoxification and brain fog • Plant based nutrition – reduces pain and inflammation • Healther diet and lifestyle, some individuals just want to know how and what to eat and how to move

During your initial consultation, a detailed full case health history and diet sheet will be taken. In some cases I may request diagnostic laboratory testing to evaluate further what is going on in the body, these are at an extra cost and are optional. Following the initial assessment, you will be given a protocol to include a detailed explanation of the contributing factors to your symptoms as well as personalised and sustainable nutritional and lifestyle recommendations.

I may include a combination of Herbal Medicine, Food Supplements, Homeopathy, Biochemic Salts or Bach flowers.

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Jane graduated from the British School of Osteopathy (now University College of Osteopathy) in 1991 and is registered with the General Osteopathic Council, which is the regulatory body for osteopaths in the UK.

Jane has a keen interest in holistic fitness and encourages people to maintain fit and active lifestyles through the benefits of osteopathic treatment. This can involve deep tissue massage and joint manipulation with input from diet/nutrition and exercise routines. She is also qualified to use Kiniesio taping and Low Level Laser Therapy to help promote healing in her practice.

Jane has a sports background having raced mountain bikes competitively for many years. She also does ultra walking/running events and has been vegan for over 30 years so is ideally equipped to support and enable people to find their best selves.

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Counselling centres on listening to the client, and assisting them to determine which matters concerning childhood and/or adult life they discuss. The aim of counselling is to enable the individual to speak about a problem and find a solution that is appropriate for them.

Psychodynamic Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy focuses on the unconscious causes of the issues the individual experiences. It facilitates them in being aware of aspects of their internal dynamics. Psychodynamic therapy enhances the client’s self-comprehension to give them options.

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy focuses on the client, and them gaining insight into the problems presented in the sessions. It considers their ideas, emotions and significant moments in the client’s history. Psychotherapy strives for change or to find suitable methods of managing.

Counselling Supervisor/Group facilitator

The Counselling supervisor enables the professional to reduce dangerous oversights about their clients and helps them to reflect upon their thoughts, feelings, emotions and general approach with their own clients.

Therapy Abuse Adictions Anger Anxiety Attachment Bereavement Bipolar Borderline disorder Depression Narcissistic OCD Panic PTSD Relationship problems Self Esteem Sexual problems Stress Trauma

Qualifications

Sara Powell MA Reg MBACP(Accred) OCST

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited (MBACP Accredited)

Registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist

Graduate Degree

Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice MA degree (Bath Spa University 2012)

Diploma

Online Counselling Supervision Diploma (OCST 2014) Counselling Psychodynamic (Manor House Centre - London 2006)

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Chris is a fully qualified practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, encompassing Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal medicine and Tui Na therapeutic massage. He is fully insured member of the Acupuncture Society.

Chris graduated in 2007 from Middlesex University’s five-year BSc Traditional Chinese Medicine degree, which was run jointly with Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. The degree included clinical placements at NHS pain clinics and the Asante Academy of Chinese Medicine, as well as a 6 month clinical placement in Beijing.

In 2010, Chris gained his advanced diploma in Tui Na massage from the Asante Academy of Chinese Medicine. 

Since graduating, Chris has continued to deepen his knowledge through various CPD courses. Most recently he completed a two year seminar series on acupuncture and Chinese massage techniques by Andrew Nugent-Head. Andrew is a classically trained Chinese Medicine practitioner, living and studying in China since 1989. Chris has a strong interest in the treatment and management of pain conditions, ranging from various musculo-skeletal to headaches and migraines.

In January 2019, he qualified as a Level 2 Reiki practitioner under the tutelage of Reiki Master Mr Andros Michael. He now incorporates Reiki into his practice of Chinese Medicine.

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I came to soft tissue therapy from a background in teaching yoga, specialising in yoga and structural fitness for athletes across a wide variety of disciplines, using sport-specific biomechanical analysis and movement work for injury prevention/rehab.

My experience includes running, cycling, football, rugby, tennis, archery, weightlifting/training, triathlon, skiing, boxing and dance. I regularly prepare clients for races and competitions and have worked on a volunteer basis at events including marathons, ironmans and 100km challenges.

As well as athletes in training and competition or needing treatment for soft tissue injuries, my clients include many non-athletes encountering the stresses and strains of everyday life or their profession, such as actors and singers, writers, photographers, manual and desk workers, and those sitting or on their feet all day!

I qualified at the highest level, Level 5, with the renowned North London School of Sports Massage (NLSSM), and with Advanced Clinical Diploma with Myofascial Release UK.

Qualifications

Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist, BTEC Level 5, NLSSM. Full member of the Sports Massage Association.

Advanced Clinical Diploma in Integrated Myofascial Therapy, MFR (UK).

Advanced Yoga Sports Coach™ and Head of Tutoring for Yoga Sports Science®, British Wheel of Yoga Teaching Diploma

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