Category: News
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Looking to gain a new qualification? Check with the FHT first!
The start of a new year can be a great time to jump into something new. Perhaps you’ve been considering incorporating a new therapy into your practice or developing your knowledge of a treatment. Maybe you’ve even spotted the perfect course and you’re eager to get it booked right away! If you are looking to…
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Eastbourne Local Support Group
On Wednesday 11 December 2024, the Eastbourne LSG held their Christmas meeting with a quiz which challenged and reinforced their knowledge as therapists. They answered questions on a variety of subjects which included some FHT related questions! They did a taste test of herbal teas, played guess the essential oils, labelled bones, muscles, and glands, and…
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Waterlooville Local Support Group
On September 18 2024, Eva Chong travelled down from London to talk to the Waterlooville group about nutrition for inflammation. Eva is a naturopathic nutrition advisor as well as a lawyer. She became interested in nutrition following her mother’s and her own lockdown cancer diagnoses. Eva was an incredibly knowledgeable and impassioned speaker! She is well-researched,…
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Local Therapist wins National Award at Penny Brohn Centre
Portishead – 4th November 2024. Kate Oldham, a highly experienced Complimentary Therapist and founder of My Simple Steps, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Complimentary Therapist of the Year by The Federation of Holistic Therapists. This recognition celebrates Kate’s unwavering dedication to improving the lives of patients coping with long-term conditions, particularly those affected by…
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FHT Excellence Awards 2024: Volunteer Service Award
Every year, the FHT Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of our members, shining a spotlight on the incredible work being done within the therapy community. These awards honour FHT members who go above and beyond, showcasing their dedication to professional growth, high standards in therapy and commitment to enhancing the health and wellbeing of…
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What is the Future of Longevity?
London Medical Longevity Summit 2024: wonderful experience and interesting networking with industry specialists; where we exchanged ideas and emphasized the power of nutritechnology – Don Gordon I believe the concept of longevity remains a hotly debated trend, with a notable gap between scientific evidence and consumer expectations. Are we aiming to stay youthful for as…
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Grief and the body
In Biodynamic work I have often been fascinated by the effects of grief, howit affects the body and the mind, and how it can guide us, often not very comfortably, to grow in a different direction. Actually one of the reasons I trained in Biodynamic work was because of a client who could not jump. My client…
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The Autumn Issue of International Therapist Has Arrived!
Autumn, a season described by John Keats to be the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness; it is a time where the leaves fall, the air becomes crisp, and the days become darker. To most, autumn is associated with the beginning of the academic year. With this in mind, the newest edition of International Therapist…
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EXCITING OPPORTUNITY WITH HEADLINE SPEAKER AT THERAPY EXPO 2024
With Therapy Expo only two months away, there are tickets still available for an exclusive ‘Strength Training for the Clinical Population’ session with Mitchell Hooper an exercise physiologist and the 2023 World’s Strongest Man! As the reigning Strongest Man on Earth, Mitchell not only runs his own kinesiology and physical therapy clinic but also holds a…
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Set Your Business Up for Success
Many therapists become sole practitioners once they’ve qualified. In addition to mastering the wellness industry, these therapists must also learn how to set up and run a successful business. With so many factors involved in managing the daily operations of a business, it can be challenging to know where to start and what to prioritise.…
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Supercharge your Practice with Data Collection
Most therapists soon discover that qualifying in their therapies is only the beginning of their learning journey. With no two clients ever being the same, many therapists find themselves wondering how to develop a practice that is both unique to them and adaptable to their clients’ needs. For many, it’s a steep learning curve, but…
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Avoiding Burnout as a New Therapist
Post-pandemic, burnout has become a topic discussed with increasing regularity. We’ve come to understand that burnout can affect people from all walks of life. In fact, it has been observed that burnout may be more common now than before, with longer working weeks, extended commutes, and the pressure of social media all bearing down on…
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