​Gillian is a licensed and registered Naturopathic Doctor, Herbalist and Soft Tissue Therapist.

Qualifications include CNM Diplomas in Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine, Level 4 Diploma in Sports & Remedial Massage Therapy as well as further qualifications in Oncology Massage and Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial Dry Cupping, Kinesiology Taping, Level 3 Diploma in Pathology, Mental Health First Aid, COVID-19 Awareness for Therapists and First Aid for Therapists.  

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Born in Zimbabwe, but well travelled, Gillian has supported remote farming communities with urgent medical care in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Mozambique and Botswana and then moved to the United Kingdom in 2015 where she qualified as a Soft Tissue Therapist and practiced as a self-employed therapist under the brand name Sana Clinical Massage for 6 years. During this time she worked with a diverse range of clients from children to the elderly, Hollywood celebrities, international and club level athletes as well as people suffering with chronic conditions such as MS, Parkinson's, FND, Mental Health, Diabetes, Alzheimer's and more. Other areas of practice included palliative care and postoperative (from 6 weeks onwards) or injury care. She went on to study with The College of Naturopathic Medicine and qualified as a Naturopathic Doctor and Master Herbalist. 

 

Having had a diagnosis of a rare form of cancer -Immature Teratoma grade 1 stage 3 in 2011 - she understands the complexities that come with a cancer diagnosis and chose to address her diagnosis using an integrative approach. She has always been drawn to natural medicine and believes that each individual should take ownership for their own health and will support an individual in whichever route they choose.

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An active lifestyle is key to good health. Gillian enjoys spending time in nature, hiking, going on walks and in, on or around water; body boarding, paddle boarding or swimming. She plays field hockey and challenges her body through movement with calisthenics and body weight exercise.