Tag: mental health
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An Excerpt From… Beyond the Technique
In this excerpt of Beyond the Technique, Sports Massage Tutor at St Mary’s University, Naomi Johns, emphasises the importance of being guided by your client’s unique needs during sports massage In sports massage, technical skill is essential, but it is never the whole story.In our training, we get taught a plethora of techniques, yet knowing…
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The Spring Edition of International Therapist Has Arrived!
Everything seems more hopeful in spring. With the backdrop of lighter days and new life forming around us, the shroud of winter fades from the borders of our minds. Goals that seemed impossible now seem within reach. Challenges seem achievable. Available online and arriving with Members from 9 April 2026, this issue includes features such as:…
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Congratulations to the Winner of our Winter Competition!
Congratulations to Aleksandra Kolesnikova for winning our International Therapist winter competition! She won an FHT themed bundle, including a tote bag, a relax candle, a mixed pack of gift cards, a pack of 100 of our newly designed reflexology leaflets, a pack of 50 reflexology consultation form, and an FHT-branded fleece. Aleksandra Kolesnikova is a newly qualified physiotherapist…
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Finding My Second Chapter at 56: How Reinvention Keeps Therapy Practice Alive and Inspired
FHT Member Elizabeth Bandeen tells us about the impact therapy has had on her life, aged 56 There’s a lovely myth that by the time we reach our fifties, things should start slowing down. Careers settle, ambitions soften, and we’re supposed to feel as though all the big changes are behind us. I can say…
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Coping With Change
Trauma and Wellbeing Specialist Mary Curtis offers some advice for coping with change and times of transition There are only two things in life that we can be sure of: death and change. Change is inevitable but we all struggle with it to one degree or another. Moving house, a new career, a new relationship or perhaps a relationship…
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The Effect of the Technological Revolution on our Health
Originally published in the Inchture Area Newsletter, FHT Member Becky Gunn considers the effects of technology on our health and how we can take back control Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, memory issues, or sleep problems? Could your mobile phone be causing your health to suffer? Read on to find out. If you can print and…
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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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It’s Here! Dive into the Spring Issue of International Therapist
As the spring flowers blossom and the skies become clearer, it’s no surprise that we feel a sense of renewal, becoming re-inspired for the coming year. Dedicated to awakening the senses, the spring issue focuses on rejuvenation, embracing the season, and what you can do to continually develop your skills as a therapist. This is…
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Renewed Collaboration with Physique
We are delighted to share the exciting news of the revival of our collaboration with Physique Management, a distinguished name in the realm of sports healthcare products. For over 25 years, Physique has supplied therapists, medical professionals, elite sports teams and consumers with products that professionals trust in the most demanding situations. Their product lines…
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Tips to Battle Blue Monday
Blue Monday, often dubbed the gloomiest day of the year, is the perfect opportunity to focus on elevating our mood, embracing joy and safeguarding our wellbeing. In this blog, Denise Lordache will explore practical strategies to counter the Monday blues while prioritising sleep and overall health. By Denise Lordache, sleep therapist & founder JoySpace Therapy…
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A Therapist’s Guide to supporting World Mental Health Day 2023
The 10 October marks World Mental Health Day 2023 and is a significant occasion that raises awareness about the importance of mental wellbeing. 1 in 6 of us are affected by mental health problems every week. As a complementary, beauty or sports therapist, you have a unique opportunity to contribute positively. There are many ways…
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Introducing Social Prescriptions: Can They Aid Physical and Mental Health?
By MyGP There is no hiding that chronic health conditions can have a huge impact on many areas of our lives. From physical issues (i.e. asthma, diabetes) to mental illnesses, including anxiety and depression, medical conditions may limit the extent to which you are able to carry out your daily tasks. Indeed, you may find…
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