Claire Goulding (BSc)

Aromatherapy Massage
Western Herbal Medicine

Claire originally trained in Aromatherapy, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology and Holistic Massage in 2009 and predominantly practices as an Aromatherapist as well as a Clinical Herbalist (BSc).  Claire is a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (NIMH) and the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).

Claire sees a range of patients in her general practice. However, Claire’s background in education and bodywork has led to a special interest in young people as well as hormonal health, where common issues arise such as hormonal imbalances, skin complaints, mental health, stress, digestion complaints and sleep issues.

Aromatherapy Massage 

Aromatherapy is a form of complementary medicine that is a touch-based massage therapy involving the use of essential oils to promote physical and emotional well-being. Essential oils are derived from various parts of plants such as flowers, leaves, bark, and roots, and each has its unique composition of natural biochemicals. The ‘aroma’ of the essential oils has a deep therapeutic effect on the limbic system which is the part of the brain responsible for emotions and memories. Common uses of Aromatherapy massage include:

Stress Relief: Helps in reducing stress and promoting relaxation
Anxiety Reduction: Alleviates symptoms of anxiety
Pain Management: Assists in managing pain
Insomnia: Aids in improving sleep quality
Joint health: Increases joint mobility and flexibility

After a short health assessment, you’ll be able to fully relax and receive a deeply restoring therapeutic massage treatment. Claire loves making organic aromatherapy oil blends using locally sourced plants, creating a unique blend of oils for her treatments. 

Western Herbal Medicine

Western herbalism works with traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and modern clinical practice to unlock the root cause of symptoms. The medicine acts on the body similar to pharmaceutical medicines with the exception that there are fewer side effects, often none at all. It helps with both acute and chronic conditions.

After a free 15-minute chat to get to know the patient better, the first consultation will last 1 hour and include an in-depth assessment of the patient’s medical history as well as diet and sleep pattern. 

Claire will research the case in more detail (often dedicating 2-3 hours) and devise a herbal prescription and bespoke treatment plan. A follow-up consultation will last around 30 minutes, to check in to see how the patient is doing and if any changes to the prescription need to be made. Depending on the individual, working with Claire may continue between 1 to 12 months. Each patient is treated as a unique case and supported fully through their journey.