Therapists who hold regular clinics at Fairford Therapy Centre
Shelley began training in Massage Therapy and Reflexology in 1998 and continued her studies to include Aromatherapy and Beauty Treatments.
Shelley relocated to the Cotswolds in 2000 and furthered her studies to encompass Sports Massage Therapy with the London School of Sports Massage and Pilates training with STOTT Pilates.
In January 2003 Shelley opened her first business ‘The Therapy Room’ in the market place of Fairford with the help and support of friends and family, together with a grant and loan from The Prince’s Trust.
Within 4 years the business had evolved and it was time to take the plunge to move to bigger premises that would encompass a multi-disciplinary approach.
Fairford Therapy Centre opened in January 2007 and continues to offer a variety of different healthcare treatments under one roof.
In 2008 Shelley was awarded Business Person of the Year by Fairford and Lechlade Business Club.
In 2010 Shelley embarked on an Access course at Swindon College that gained her a place at Oxford Brookes University to study Osteopathy. This was a 4 year, full time degree course that she attended whilst working and running Fairford Therapy Centre and in 2015 she graduated with a Masters degree in Osteopathy.
Sessions with Shelley:
Initial Appointment and Assessment: £80 (Up to 1 hour)
Follow up sessions: £60 (30-40 minutes)
Louise trained at Wolverhampton School of Physiotherapy in 1994 and in 2001 completed a Masters in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. This was an intense and stimulating experience to go through and has changed her professional practice for the benefits of her patients. She has an extensive range of experience in treating knees, sports injuries, orthopaedics, whiplash along with neck and back pain. At Absolutephysio there is a friendly and welcoming feel when you visit us.
As a child Louise always knew she wanted to work in the field of medicine. She used to love the smell and buzz of hospitals. Her first experience of physiotherapy was as a child when she broke her elbow. This reinforced her passion for working as a physiotherapist.
After qualifying in 1994 she went to The John Radcliff in Oxford. This is a large teaching hospital where Louise gained immense experience and it was there that ignited her enthusiasm in orthopaedics.
During her time in Oxford she also worked in various private sectors, worked with the Oxford Blues rugby team and has organised pre-race exercise regimes for the BT Global yacht race. Louise has been fortunate enough to be on the finishing line in a professional capacity at the London Marathon. Another area of interest and enjoyment she has is lecturing to Consultants, GP, and fellow medical colleagues on latest physiotherapy research related to musculoskeletal problems.
Louise’s enthusiasm for physiotherapy is still as strong as when she first started. She juggles her time between working and bringing up a family and feels she has the best of both worlds.
Louise looks forward to meeting you, helping you on the road to recovery and giving you the tools to move better and feel better.
Find out more about Louise here: Absolutephysio
Charlotte is a highly experienced and professional physiotherapist with over 22 years’ experience of working in Surrey and Gloucestershire. Charlotte trained at the Middlesex Hospital school of Physiotherapy in London from where she graduated in 1992. She is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health Care Professionals Council(HCPC) and has a current DBS check.
Charlotte went on to study Acupuncture in 1997. She has found acupuncture a useful treatment modality to use alongside traditional physiotherapy.
In 2007 Charlotte qualified as a Craniosacral therapist to further expand her skill set. Cranial allows her to treat babies with birth related issues, sinus issues, fibromyalgia, depression and chronic pain to name a few.
She has gained her knowledge and experience working in the NHS, large private physiotherapy and sports clinics, Esher rugby club providing immediate trauma care along with diagnosing and treating any injuries that occurred, and occupational health, working in factories providing treatment and ergonomic advice to the managers and line workers. Since 2002 she has treated clients with balance and vestibular conditions (dizziness) and is able to carry out the Epley manoeuvre for BPPV. Clients come for treatment with a variety of problems including sports injuries, joint pain, chronic pain, back and neck pain, whiplash, post operatively e.g. hip and knee replacements, repetitive strain, ligament injuries and general mobility and balance issues.
Charlotte enjoys treating a wide range of clients from babies to professional athletes to the elderly. Treatment will include some hands-on treatment including joint mobilisations, soft tissue techniques, massage, myofascial release, kineso taping(K-taping). Electrotherapy modalities may also be used including therapeutic ultrasound. You will also generally be given a home exercise program tailored specifically for you.
A through assessment of your condition will be made to identify the underlying causes of your pain and symptoms. Each treatment is individually tailored for the most effective treatment for you to ensure the most rapid recovery possible. Advice and education will be given to help you self-manage your symptoms and injury as effectively as possible.
Charlotte has close links to local orthopaedic consultants and GPs. She is recognised by most private health companies.
Home visits can be arranged for those who are unable to get to the clinic.
Costs
Initial assessment of 45 minutes £60
Follow up treatment 30 minutes £50
Craniosacral session 1 hour £65.00
Home visits £70
Penny is a specialist physiotherapist with extensive NHS and private practice experience treating a full range of musculoskeletal conditions. Her specialist areas cover the treatment of spinal problems, joint pain, chronic pain and fatigue.
Since qualifying as a physiotherapist from Southampton University in 2007, Penny has developed a passion for treating chronic and complex joint and muscle pain.
During her NHS career to date, Penny has held senior pain and spinal specialist roles at the Great Western Hospital; and continues to co-lead the ME/ CFS service in
Swindon.
Clients and colleagues remark that Penny’s passion and enthusiasm is evident in all her work. Examples of client thanks and testimonials include:
“With Penny’s guidance, I have fundamentally changed the way I live. I have stopped the push- crash pattern and have actually turned around the downward spiral my life was going in” – (Chronic pain and fatigue client).
“Thank you so much for all your help getting me back into the swimming pool, when I first started coming to you, I never thought I would.” – (Chronic pain
client).
I would not be where I am currently without the help and advice of Penny for ways to manage my condition…the impact this has had on my life is immeasurable.” – (Chronic fatigue client).
“Thanks for all your help and support! I have much more mobility in my shoulder now. It was a pleasure to work with you” (Shoulder pain patient).
Penny takes an in-depth, holistic and individualised approach to supporting clients with pain and fatigue. She believes in treating the whole person, not just the problem. Penny is very experienced at working with clients to identify potential contributing factors and she uses a variety of methods to help address these, including exercise therapy, life-style guidance, manual techniques, soft tissue release, acupuncture, reflexology and mindfulness. Currently a SIRPA student, Penny is also completing her training to become a SIRPA practitioner. Find out more at www.sirpa.org
Conditions treated include:
- Arthritis/ joint pain
- Back and neck pain
- Chronic pain
- Post-surgery pain
- Fibromyalgia
- ME/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Long Covid
- PoTS
- Headache/ migraine
Appointments can be in person or virtual.
Prices:
1 hour initial assessment: £85
1 hour follow-up treatment: £75
30 minute follow-up treatment: £50
Meet Belinda
Belinda Billinge has been caring for feet for over 20 years. She founded The Considerate Practice to provide calm, considerate care where patients feel comfortable and well looked after.
Her work focuses on helping people achieve healthier, more comfortable feet through treatment tailored to individual needs.
Belinda also supports local community initiatives, providing foot care for those who may struggle to access it through Forgotten Feet and Friends of Fairford & Lechlade Communities.
Outside work, she enjoys quiet walks with her partner and relaxing at home with her two cats, Bella and Shadow.
Foot Care Information
Foot Health Practitioners specialise in the care and treatment of foot problems.
At The Considerate Practice, Belinda offers a range of treatments to keep your feet comfortable and healthy. Many people feel embarrassed about their feet, but there is nothing she hasn’t seen before.
Treatment and advice are available for:
• Diabetic foot care
• Corn removal
• Callus reduction and heel fissures
• Nail trimming and thickened nails
• Ingrown toenails
• Fungal nails and athlete’s foot
• Verrucae advice
Pricing
First Appointments
Initial Assessment (includes full foot treatment) – Clinic Visit £65| Home Visit £70
Routine Foot Treatments
Routine Full Treatment – Clinic Visit £55 | Home Visit £58*
Express Follow Up (for a nail trim or single corn only) – Clinic Only £39
Fungal Nail Assessment and Testing – £125
Reassessment from Archive
You have seen Belinda previously but not within the last 12 months – Clinic Visit £60 | Home Visit £65
Additional Foot Health Treatments
(Full details and pricing of these treatments can be found via Belinda’s website linked below)
*HOME VISITS ONLY AVAILABLE TO HOUSEBOUND PATIENTS – PLEASE CONTACT BELINDA DIRECTLY TO REQUEST A HOME VISIT*
Tel : 07791093023 | Email : hello@theconsideratepractice.co.uk
Find out more about Belinda here: The Considerate Practice
Helen Garner DipFH, MCFHP, MAFHP graduated in 2012 with a Diploma in foot health from the SMAE institute, Maidenhead. Since then Helen has spent time looking after her two young children and once settled in Fairford, set up her business Fairford Footcare.
Helen has full professional insurance and is a member of the College of Foot Health Professionals and follows their code of ethics and rules.
Feet are so important and deserve good care and attention. If you are suffering from a foot problem or struggle to care for your own feet please book in to have an initial consultation.
Helen provides treatment and advice on the following conditions:
- Toe and fingernail cutting and filing
- Corn removal
- Callus reduction/ heel fissures
- Fungal toenails/Athletes foot
- Ingrown and painful toenails
- Diabetic foot care
Richard qualified as an acupuncturist in 2010 and since then has treated people with a wide range of problems, with a particular interest in treating pain and fertility issues.
Richard’s practice is rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, which can offer a different way of looking at health issues that have not responded well to other kinds of treatment.
Richard’s first degree is in Psychology, with an interest in the nature of consciousness, the relationship between mind and body and why people behave as they do. Whilst studying, Richard found more practical answers in the medical and spiritual traditions of East Asia, and finds the literature from behavioural science on habit-formation and motivation informative for helping people make lifestyle changes to benefit their health.
Richard was inspired to become an acupuncturist while learning Qigong and martial arts in his early 20s. After training with various teachers since 2002 he was given permission to teach Qigong by his current teacher in 2015. This offers exercises, postural work, breathing and meditative techniques that can be really helpful alongside acupuncture treatment
During careers in both the Army and Police Service spanning 33 years I have been involved in various sports including rugby, judo, squash, running and general fitness training. Having returned back to running in late 2017 I completed the Brighton marathon in April 2018 and am presently preparing to undertake the 24 hour Cotswold Challenge. Being a Sports Massage Therapist myself I understand the benefits of a massage and therefore during my preparation for both events I have received frequent sports massages in order to maintain good health and limit any injuries.
Sports massage treatments aim to stretch tight muscles, stimulate inactive muscles and improve soft tissue condition. It is a deeper massage that repairs muscle fibres and adhesions. It also reduces postural problems and tensions, relieves aches and pains and is a vital element in the recovery from a variety of soft tissue injuries. Sports massage enables you to move your body more freely and can improve posture. It can also relieve pain, tension and anxiety.
This form of massage therapy is popular with sports people as it may enhance performance. Sports massage promotes recovery and prevents overuse. This is achieved through increasing the blood and lymph circulation, ensuring the effective removal of waste products produced by the body due to physical activity and enhancing the supply of nutrients to the muscles. Sports massage releases tight muscles that could cause a reduction in movement which could lead to muscular imbalances and postural problems causing aches pain and even further injury. Sports massage may also prevent injury, promote healing, restore mobility and promote confidence.
Contrary to common belief you don’t need to be an athlete or even sporty to appreciate the benefits of sports massage. Spending time at a desk or behind a driving wheel can cause muscular tension and over use, which can be freed effectively using sports massage.
I am also qualified in Myofascial cupping which is a modified version of the ancient Eastern style cupping. A hand operated vacuum pump is used to induce a vacuum inside a cylinder sealed to the skin using a lotion. The vacuum draws the soft tissue perpendicular to the skin this providing a tensile force to the soft tissue system. The process draws blood from your vessels and provides increased circulation to stretch muscle tissue. Myofascial cupping will normally be provided in conjunction with a sports massage.
I am also a member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists.
As a committed Sports Massage therapist my main aim is to help my clients resume their pursuit of health, fitness and well-being. I will provide hands-on treatment and educate you, thereby enabling you to become an active participant in your recovery and future physical health.
Cost of Sessions:
45 Minutes – £50
1 hour Session – £65
75 minute Session – £80
90 minute Session – £90
Find out more about David here Corinium Hands
Professional Massage Therapist with Over 8 Years of Experience
Certified & Trained in Ukraine , China and India
I offer a wide range of massage therapies tailored to your individual needs:
- Therapeutic full body massage
- Relaxation massage
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Lymphatic drainage massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Back, neck & shoulder massage
- Head massage
- Children’s therapeutic & preventive massage
- Leg massage
- Facial massage
Each session includes muscle and spine assessment, with personalized recommendations for posture, mobility, and long-term back health.
Massage is not just relaxation — it’s an effective tool for the prevention and treatment of spinal conditions, relieving chronic pain, improving circulation, reducing stress, and restoring balance to the whole body.
Take the first step toward better health — your back will thank you!
Offering : Hotstone/Bamboo/Aromatherapy Massage •Yoga Nidra/Guided Relaxation • Holistic Facials • Reiki
Rebecca is a Wellbeing Practitioner & Educator with over 20 years of working in the wellbeing industry. From running her own private practice The Calm Room in Cirencester during the early 2000s to side stepping into teaching yoga locally, both classes & 1:1s while her daughter was young. Now she combines her skill set to offer Wellbeing Coaching, Events and Holistic Sessions that focus on promoting relaxation and restoration to the body mind and soul.
Rebecca says, “I have always had a deep calling to help others. Not only have I experienced how holistic therapies & movement practices like yoga can support the body and mind to heal but I have witnessed countless clients transform from a place of stress, discomfort to ease and confidence. Nurturing your wellbeing can revolutionise your quality of life and relationships. We need to move away from accepting that stress is the norm and viewing self care as a necessity rather than a luxury.”
She has extensive training in Holistic Therapies with ITEC, and numerous Yoga Teacher trainings including Yin & YTT with Orange Yoga, Functional Movement & Energetic Healing.
Here’s what Rebecca’s clients say:
“I haven’t felt so relaxed for so long. Thank you for bringing calm and such good energy into my life.”
Poppy Director & Business Co-Founder
“Thank you so much for a wonderful session today. I had a truly profound experience.”
Freya, PA & Nanny
“Rebecca offers bespoke rituals that leave you feeling refreshed, lighter, and more relaxed, essentially like a new person. She literally massages away stress.I cannot recommend her enough!”
Tayla, Private Chef
I am massage therapist who offers nurturing, heart-centred treatments that support both physical and emotional wellbeing. My approach is gentle, collaborative and focused on helping you feel safe, supported and truly listened to throughout your care.
I have been a therapist for 20 years and I’m always learning through working with my clients, attending courses, working with other therapists and my own lived experiences.
Please don’t feel overwhelmed by the choice of treatments we’ll choose together.
| All my treatments are adapted for each individual client and their needs and priorities. Which is why the initial appointment is encouraged and includes a detailed consultation and treatment.
My treatments may include
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I like to refer to myself as a runner but I’m really a gentle jogger nowadays. I walk a lot and prefer Yin and Restorative Yoga to a Downard Dog any day.
Beverley Brooks Massage Therapist
| Description- | Cost |
| Initial Consultation & treatment | £90 |
| More info: An initial appointment is encouraged and includes a detailed consultation and treatment. Duration 90 minutes | |
| 60-minute treatment | £65 |
| More info: the time can be a blend of my therapies or a specific therapy we’ll decide together. | |
| 90-minute treatment | £90 |
| More info: the time can be a blend of my therapies or a specific therapy we’ll decide together. | |
| 45-minute treatment | £55 |
| More info: This is for regular clients only | |
As an accredited practitioner through the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapy (BABCP) and and member of EMDR Association UK & Ireland, Laura is highly trained and experienced in delivering evidence-based psychological therapy to address a wide range difficulties related to anxiety and depression.
Experience
Laura has over 15 years experience of working with mental health issues having originally trained as a mental health nurse (RMN) at the University of Surrey. She has worked as a CBT therapist for the last 10 years, initially in Sussex after completing Post Graduate training and then in a primary care NHS service in Oxford after relocating in 2011. Laura is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR, with both therapies being NICE recommended treatments for a number of psychological difficulties.
Areas of specialism
Laura has a special interest in helping people overcome trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) which may be the result of events such as a car or riding accident, an assault or traumatic birthing experience. She is an approved therapist for the Birth Trauma Association UK.
Laura can also provide treatment for the following conditions:
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Depression, including post-natal depression
- Social anxiety
- Phobias
- Excessive worry also known as GAD (Generalised Anxiety Disorder)
- Panic Attacks
- Low Self Esteem
All these difficulties are very treatable and it may be that only a short intervention is needed to resolve your difficulties. Both CBT and EMDR are time limited therapies meaning the therapy is targeted on particular goals and kept under regular review.
Laura holds an enhanced DBS certificate.
Find out more about Laura here: Cotswold EMDR
Lisa suffered with trigeminal neuralgia in 2010/2011 and after a year of strong medication she wanted to find a holistic path.
Lisa discovered Reiki and undertook her training and qualified as a USUI Reiki Therapist in 2012/2013. Following her training in Reiki she started to feel the difference in her own health.
Lisa then had life changing surgery in 2013 and used crystals she had collected for years to get her through this difficult time not really knowing why they helped but just knowing that they did!
A good friend of Lisa mentioned to her that there is an area of holistic therapy using crystals. This piqued Lisa’s interest and she found out more about crystal therapy.
In 2013/14 she trained and qualified as a crystal practitioner under the tuition of Philip Permutt, a great friend of Lisa’s and world famous Crystal Master. Since starting crystal therapy training Lisa is now medication free!
She has seen first hand the benefits of crystal healing and Reiki and looks forward to bringing these therapies and their benefits to her clients.
Recently Lisa trained as a Hopi ear therapist qualifying in 2015.
Lisa is a Member of The Guild of Holistic Therapists
Shân Smythe is an experienced integrative counsellor offering short and long-term therapy, working:
- With individuals
- With couples/relationships
- In-person
- Online
Qualifications
Registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Training
Shân has completed a foundation degree in therapeutic counselling and a certificate in working with couples and is embarking on further, post-graduate-level training in relationship psychotherapy.
Experience
Gained in counselling agencies in Gloucestershire and Wiltshire and working with private clients. Shân combines a private practice with work as a member of a small team running a local counselling charity.
She has helped clients understand and work through challenges such as abuse, alcohol misuse, anxiety, coercive control, complex trauma, depression, grief and loss, health anxiety, relationship issues and sexuality.
Initial contact
It is important to find the right ‘fit’ for you – a counsellor you can feel comfortable with – so I offer a free 20-minute telephone or online call so you can meet me and get a feeling for how it would be for us to work together. It’s also an opportunity for you to ask any questions you might have, talk about what’s brought you to seek support now, and express any hopes or fears you may have about the counselling process.
Prior to your first session I will send you my contract and a short questionnaire, which will help me formulate an idea of how best to support you.
Milly Gray is an experienced integrative counsellor offering long term and short term:
- Face to Face counselling
- Online counselling
- Walk & Talk Counselling
- Telephone Counselling
Qualifications:
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
Training:
- Four-year person-centred training.
- Cruse Bereavement volunteer for over 3 years.
- Continuing professional development training.
Experience:
Milly works as a Therapeutic Counsellor at an Oxford University College where she is a Student Welfare Office and Staff Counsellor. For three years she has worked as a volunteer bereavement counsellor for Cruse. She has worked with students from aged 16 to older adults.
Initial contact:
I offer a free 30-minute consultation. I will go through my contract which covers what I offer, my ethics and boundaries and timings of sessions, cancelations, and payment.
This is an opportunity for you to talk through the reasons you are seeking therapy at this time. We can discuss your wishes and expectations and explore ways of working together. This is your opportunity to ask any questions you may have about counselling and for both of us to decide if working together is what’s best for you.
My name is Teresa Udell and I provide counselling sessions at Fairford Therapy Centre.
There are times when we all need help in understanding the world around us and I can assist you to see things more clearly. My aim is to help you towards the realisation that you are able to make the best decisions for yourself, to enable you to cope in your day to day life.
I am a member of British Association Counsellors and Psychotherapists and work within their code of ethical practice. I have worked in general counselling practice and trained in trauma, self harm, disordered eating, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and social anxiety. I have also worked as a one to one counsellor in a local addictions rehabilitation centre and as group facilitator in a domestic abuse agency, and have considerable experience in these areas.
My theoretical approach to counselling is Integrative.
I am psychodynamic and trauma focused, central to my practice is making early developmental relationships explicit, working with a clients unconscious pain and adverse childhood experiences. I also use transactional analysis and CBT exercises.
Teresa is currently offering remote appointments
Christabel Butler is an experienced counsellor offering via zoom :
• Individual counselling
• Couples (relationship) counselling
• Resolution of uncomfortable & stuck situations, eg between siblings or colleagues
Qualifications
Member Gloucestershire Network for Counsellors & Psychotherapists.
Training
Four year Gestalt psychotherapy training with Cambridge GATE (Gestalt Awareness and Training Experience)
Couples Therapy Training with Jamie Agar, UKCP
Continuing professional development trainings every year
Experience
Christabel has been working as a psychotherapeutic counsellor for over 20 years in private practice and loves her work. For 13 years she worked concurrently as a volunteer counsellor for Cotswold Counselling, in their centres and in people’s homes. For five years she was also the part-time co-ordinator of Cotswold Counselling’s Home Counselling service. Christabel has worked with clients from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and ages, and with those with physical and mental challenges.
Initial contact
Everything that passes between us is confidential. In our first phone call, (or e-mail exchange), we talk about your needs and how working together may best serve them. We can discuss any questions and concerns that you may have about counselling. Don’t miss that golden moment when you can begin to face unresolved issues. Counselling can support you to grasp the nettle & make changes.
Christabel is currently offering appointments via zoom
To find out more about Christabel and counselling visit Cotswold Talking Therapies
