New Approaches to Cancer

Acupuncture is a system of healing which has been practised in China and other Eastern countries for thousands of years.

Very fine needles are inserted at specific points and then left for about 20 minutes, thereby stimulating the body's own healing powers. It can be particularly helpful for some forms of cancer as it can relieve many of the side effects of orthodox cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

For more information contact the British Acupuncture Council on 020 8735 0400 or www.acupuncture.org.uk

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy combines massage techniques with pure essential oils which are specially blended to suit each individual client.

Aromatherapy eases stress, relieves muscular tension, encourages circulation and stimulates lymphatic drainage helping to eliminate toxins from the body. Regular treatments can help calm the mind, relax the body and boost energy levels.

For more information contact the International Federation of Aromatherapists on 020 8567 2243/020 8567 1923 or www.ifaroma.org

Colour

Colour consultation gives us as individuals an opportunity to recognise our true selves at a very deep level, to become aware of the many gifts we have to offer and the challenges we have chosen to face and overcome. It is a light and positive therapy and is suitable for all.

Colours can get to the heart of an issue, it can assist in accessing your potential and help correct subtle imbalances that underlie disharmony. A consultation focuses on positive awareness - it does not diagnose or treat, but it can gently pin point areas of the body, mind and spirit that are in need of love and attention - your love and attention.

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Counselling

Counselling is acknowledged as being extremely effective is assisting people to take stock of their lives especially at difficult or challenging times.

It provides a safe and trusting relationship with a trained and qualified counsellor who will help you to explore and talk through any difficulties and challenging areas in your life. Doing this can help you understand yourself better and bring together feelings, thoughts and actions to open up new possibilities.

For more information contact the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy on 0870 443 5252 or www.bac.co.uk

Healing

Healing is now one of the most widely practised complementary therapies.

In simple terms, healing involves a transfer of energy between the healer and the patient to engage the latter's own self-healing ability. This is done by concentrating on the patient with "focussed intent" and panning the hands, at varying distances, over the surface of the body. Sometimes light touch is employed.