I first began studying and working in the field of holistic wellbeing and adult education back in 2001. Little did I know then the journey I would be lead on I have an innate love of touch and I believe wholly in its profound effect in helping to promote relaxation, with a sense of wellbeing, in people of all ages at a mental, physical, emotional and often, a spiritual level. I ve trained adults for over 10 years and am a Certified ITEC Lecturer & Registered Fás, VTCT and FETAC Trainer and a qualified adult educator through the National College of Ireland. Paula Hynes NUI Cert Adult Ed., Dip.ITEC, Dip. APNT, CSMC, IACT. MIAIM, FHT, Certified ITEC Lecturer & Registered Fás, VTCT and FETAC Trainer Holistic Therapist, Reiki Master Lecturer & Head of Clinic Services The Rowan Tree Clinic provide a range of holistic services to men and women diagnosed and living with a chronic illness or disease in the midlands and aim to promote the benefits of including relaxation, self care and therapeutic touch therapy treatments as part of their regular self management and self-care. Specialising in: Holistic Massage Reflexology Cancer Care Massage Pre & Post Natal Massage Therapeutic Touch Reiki Therapy Massage for the Elderly and Palliative Care Pre & Post Natal Yoga Infant & Child Massage Lifeskills Consultancy CPD programme design and development Professional Memberships CThA - Complementary Therapists Association FAS - Approved Training Centre with Fás Ireland FETAC - Approved Quality Assured Trainer IACT International Association of Counselors and Therapists, USA ITEC - Lecturers Association UK & Ireland APNT - Association of Professional & Natural Therapists, IAIM International Association of Infant Massage Federation of Holistic Therapists Paula also runs her own private practice in Kinnegad, County Westmeath and can be reached by email on naturaltc@eircom.net
I have used reflexology myself for years to help cope with stress and to maintain my own immune system. Going on to train as a Reflexologist was a natural progression for me, so I could give the same level of care with loving intent as I have received over the years. I also have a great interest in nutrition, exercise and positive affirmations as supports in maintaining a healthy mind and body, and I try to work these in to my treatment sessions. For me, the consultation and home-advice parts of the treatment are critical. Being truly present and actively listening to concerns and worries is just as important as understanding presenting physical ailments. I feel privileged to be trusted to listen, and to channel as much healing and positive energy and love as I can in a treatment session. Jackie Byrne, DipITEC, MIRIL Reflexology Therapist & Reiki Master Specialising in: Reflexology Reiki Therapy Professional Memberships: The Irish Reflexologist Institute Jackie also runs her own private practice in Athlone, County Westmeath and full details of this can be found on her website: www.jbtherapies.ie
I have worked in the pharmaceutical industry, as a clinical scientist in a hospital and more recently as a special needs assistant at both primary and secondary level to gain life skills on my journey. Since qualifying in May 2011 my intention is to release issues in the tissues to promote health and wellbeing through a number of holistic complementary therapies, tailoring each treatment to suit the client. I enjoy being a member of the Rowan Tree Clinic team; working with such experienced therapists, interacting with such wonderful clients and baking a traybake for everyone to share. I also volunteer at the St. James Camino Network one afternoon every week to give their residents a chance to experience the benefits of complementary therapies. Joanne Corrigan BSc(Hons), DipITEC, CertVTCT, CThA Reflexology, Massage Therapist & Reiki Master Specialising in: Reflexology: Antenatal & Pregnancy Reflexology Cancer Care and Reflexology Indian Head Massage Hopi Ear Candling Face Massage Reiki Therapy Holistic Massage Professional Membership: The Complementary Therapists Association Joanne also runs her own private practice in Enfield, County Meath and can be reached by email on corriganjo@gmail.com
Linda trained as a Reflexologist with the amazing Olive Gentleman in 1994 and is a full member of the IRI. She holds additional Diploma qualifications in Foot Health Care and the Wilde-Pedique Cosmetic Toe Nail Restoration System. She specialises in using this system with clients with compromised autoimmune systems due to illness, or have had a prolonged use of medications, as they can be more prone to nail disorders such as thickened nails, fungus infections abnormal nail growth, texture and thickness, etc. In recent years Linda has accrued a further portfolio of level 6 FETAC qualifications, such as, Train the Trainer, Palliative Care, Care of the Elderly, Health and Safety and Patient moving, Food Safety and Hygiene. Linda Glynn DipITEC, FETAC, MIRI Dip Foot Health Practioner, Reflexologist, Indian Head Massage Therapist & Reiki Master She is available as a Guest Speaker on Foot Health Awareness as well as Health, Fitness and Safety Awareness topics. Specialising in: Foot Health Care Reflexologist Indian Head Massage Palliative Care & Care of the Elderly & Reiki Therapy Professional Memberships: The Alliance of Private Health Practitioners The Irish Reflexologist Institute Linda also runs her own private practice in Killucan, County Westmeath and full details of this can be found on her website: www.rivercottagefootcare.ie
Following a career in Further Education and Training mainly with 16+ year olds in the UK and 14 years as College Principal Helen was introduced to Reiki Relaxation/Healing therapy courses in 2002 to help/heal self, family and friends. The benefits soon became apparent from the feedback: better quality sleep, stress relief, relaxation, increased energy levels, short/long term pain relief plus many other benefits. Helen was grateful for the opportunity to offer Reiki relaxation therapy, at the Marie Curie Hospice (supported by the Bradford Cancer Support Group) in the UK, to the day patients and some of the terminally ill inpatients. It was a privilege to work closely with the Manager and Medical staff in helping patients to experience day-to-day comforts and positive outcomes. Helen Cooney Cert Ed (UK). Reiki Master/Teacher. Lifeskills Consultant DipITEC. Cert VTCT. APH (UK). NHSTA (UK) Reiki Master, Indian Head Massage Therapist & Lifeskills Consultant The qualification as a Spiritual/Natural healer with the Association of Professional Healers (APH) led to being accepted as an Accredited Therapist on the National Health Service Directory of Complementary Practitioners (NHSTA. UK) under their headings for Reiki therapy and Spiritual healing. Since returning to live in Ireland Helen continues to study the body-mind-spirit aspects of our nature and to date has achieved the following: DipITEC in Anatomy and Physiology, Cert VTCT for Indian Head Massage/Upper Body Massage, Lifeskills Consultancy enables me to work with groups or individuals to give talks or teach Relaxation and Stress Management techniques which includes breathing exercises/techniques, physical exercises (suitable for the partially mobile or chair exercises) and Meditation techniques. Specialising in: Reiki Therapy Indian Head Massage Lifeskills Consultancy Memberships: NHSTA UKAPH UKMember of the Reiki Federation of Ireland Soroptomists Ireland Helen also runs her own private practice in Coralstown, County West Meath and can be reached by email on hc_eire@hotmail.com
I am a registered nurse and trained midwife with over 10 years experience within NHS hospitals in England, caring for a wide variety of patients and co-ordinating various oncology clinics. I have an ITEC diploma in reflexology, am a full member of the Irish Reflexologist Institute and have qualifications in Indian Head Massage and Reiki (Level 1). I continue to augment my knowledge, most recently attending workshops on cancer and reflexology and the use of reflexology in ante natal care. I am convinced that the holistic approach of the treatments I offer plays an important role in rebalancing and harmonising clients bodies, to complement conventional medicine. I derive great satisfaction from seeing clients benefit from these powerful, yet relaxing, therapies. Anne Arthur RGN, RM, DipITEC, MIRI Reflexologist, Indian Head Massage Therapist & Reiki Master Specialising in: Reflexology Indian Head Massage Cancer Care and Reflexology Professional Memberships: Royal College of Nursing The Irish Reflexologist Institute Limited Anne also runs her own private practice in Rochfordbridge, County West Meath and can be reached by email on annearthur@yahoo.ie
Eileen was born and educated in Westport, Co. Mayo and trained as a nurse in General, Paediatrics and Midwifery and studied Counselling and Psychotherapy in P.C.I. college. Now retired from nursing Eileen practices as a Counsellor/Psychotherapist in private practice and has joined the Rowan Tree Clinic in this capacity in recent months. A career in the nursing profession appealed to her and a particular interest in children and their welfare brought her to study Paediatrics initially and subsequently to work in this field. Her own experience of counselling in her early forties had significant benefit in her own life and created a desire to facilitate others in this regard. Her approach to counselling is to listen, support and perhaps help the client with insight, to either change what is possible to change, or to live more creatively with that which is not. Eileen Browne, R.G.N, BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy Counsellor & Psychotherapist Specialising in: As a member of The Person Centred Approach Eileen is enthused and often surprised afresh at the wonder of what a person can experience when their own soul is mirrored in this way. Professional Memberships: The Irish Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (I.A.C.P.)The Irish Association of Person Centred Therapists (I.A.P.C.A.)The Irish Nurses Organisation (I.N.O.)
Specialising in: Reiki therapy, Seichim therapy, Reiki & Seichim Teaching Professional Memberships: Facilitator with Rainbows, Mullingar, County Westmeath( bereavement support group for children ) Maureen Gillen Reiki & Seichim Master & Reiki Teacher Maureen also runs her own private practice in County Westmeath and can be reached by email on maureengillen@gmail.com Josephine is well known in the town of Mullingar having contributed many years to committed volunteer working within the community. She is perhaps best known for her work with the following charities:- Josephine McGrath Practice Receptionist & Coordinator Founder member of Mullingar Branch Arthritis Ireland - 1992. Member since that time and remains an active Member of the committee. Member North Westmeath Hospice Fundraising Committee since 1999. Facilitator with Rainbows, Mullingar (bereavement support group for children) since 2000 Member of Mullingar Group of St. Vincent de Paul since 1999.
I work as a trainee pharmacy technician in Mullingar and I am currently studying for my qualification. I volunteer with the Young Arthritis Network and am an active committee member with Arthritis Ireland s Westmeath branch. I certified as an Indian Head Massage therapist through the VTCT in 2011 and hold a Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathologies. I am co-founder of the Rowan Tree Clinic which was launched in August 2011. I work as the clinic coordinator on a part time basis, where I manage clinic appointments, therapist schedules and look after clients before and after their treatments. Kayleigh Payne DipVTCT, CertVTCT Practice Receptionist & Coordinator