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  • Promoting positive body image as a therapist

    Body satisfaction refers to a positive relationship a person has with their body involving both unconditional approval and respect. Research indicates, however, that many people are unhappy with their bodies, with a recent study suggesting that 60% of UK adults feel ashamed of how they look. For many therapists, the primary motivation for working in…

  • Patient reported outcome measures

    Patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) are tools that can be used by therapists to capture information about the services they provide, from the perspective of the client. There are a number of different types of PROMs but most are in the form of a simple questionnaire, which is completed during the consultation process and can…

  • 2019 FHT Excellence Awards Finalists Announced

    The FHT is delighted to announce the finalists for its prestigious 2019 FHT Excellence Awards, which showcase how professional therapy practitioners and trainers are making a difference to those living and working in their local community. This year’s FHT Excellence Awards finalists are:   FHT Complementary Therapist of the Year Rebecca Ayres Julie Crossman Jackie…

  • FHT event shortlisted for Association Excellence Award

    We are delighted to announce that the FHT has been shortlisted as finalists for this year’s Association Excellence Awards. Following a very successful 2018 FHT Conference in November, at the King’s Fund in London, we join five other finalists, all hoping to win the excellence award for Best New Association Conference or Event. The 2018…

  • Three ways complementary therapists can help the NHS

    After speaking to delegates at the 2019 FHT Training Congress, FHT member and Accredited course provider, Julie Crossman, spoke to us briefly about how complementary therapists can support the NHS. Find out more about training opportunities with the FHT at fht.org.uk/training

  • College of Medicine announces dates for this year’s food conference

    Food on Prescription 2019 is the latest in a series of food conferences, run by the College of Medicine, that have become a leading UK event on food, lifestyle and medicine for all healthcare professionals, who want to create a healthier future for patients, communities and the nation. Held on Thursday October 24 at the…

  • Announcing the 2019 FHT Conference

    Following the success of last year’s conference, we’re delighted to announce that the 2019 FHT Conference will be taking place on Friday 29 November. The conference will once again bring together leading experts in research, education and healthcare to explore the future of integrated health and social care. We will also be announcing the winners of our annual FHT Excellence…

  • FHT pleased to sponsor Natural Health International Beauty Awards

    We recently helped Natural Health magazine celebrate the very best in holistic beauty by sponsoring its International Beauty Awards. It was the perfect opportunity to raise the profile of FHT and our members to its readers over seven months of pre-awards promotion, at its awards event and in post-event communications. FHT Vice President, Maria Mason…

  • FHT member Tamer Morsy wins gold medal at massage world championship

    Congratulations to Tamer Morsy, MFHT, who took home a gold medal, after finishing first place in the Freestyle Massage Western inspired category at the World Championship in Massage, held in Copenhagen from 22-23 June. No stranger to professional recognition, Tamer adds the gold medal to a string of recent awards, including a bronze medal at…

  • The National Massage Championship supports competitors from the moment they register

    The National Massage Championship returns to Olympia London on Sunday 29 and Monday 30 September. Hosted by Olympia Beauty, the competition, now in its second year, is the only UK competition of its kind. Sponsored by The FHT, Massage World, CityLux and Massage Warehouse, the competition continues to go from strength to strength, with an…

  • Three top tips for getting referrals from GPs

    Practising GP, Dr Toh Wong, gave therapists insightful advice on getting referrals from GPs at the 2019 FHT Training Congress. We had the pleasure of meeting up with Dr Wong after the talk, where we asked him for his three top tips for getting referrals from GPs. Find out more about future CPD opportunities with…

  • We’re looking for inspirational sports therapists to enter the 2019 FHT Excellence Awards

    Have you or a sports therapist you know helped an athlete transition from a debilitating injury to full recovery? Given an athlete the tools to overcome mental and physical challenges that resulted from injury? Worked as part of a team providing vital pre- and post-event treatment or injury prevention strategies ensuring athletes perform at the…