Meet Our Team
Dr. Michael Pim, DC
Director/Principal Chiropractor
Dr. Michael Pim, DC is the owner of Crowthorne Family Chiropractic Centre and is a second-generation Doctor of Chiropractic who studied at the fountainhead of the profession - Palmer Chiropractic College in the USA. He has over 25 years of working experience and was brought up around the chiropractic profession. His father, Dr. Desmond Pim, who is originally from Northern Ireland, practiced chiropractic in Reading, Berkshire for 48 years and retired in 2010. Dr. Michael's brother Dr. Richard and sister Dr. Fiona are also practicing chiropractors in the UK.
He has successfully owned and managed chiropractic practices in the UK, Gibraltar and Spain. Dr. Michael Pim, DC is also a national speaker who educates people about the benefits of chiropractic and natural health.
Amber Bratt
Chiropractic Assistant
Since graduating from University in 2015, Amber has set up and run her own beauty business in Ascot.
Amber has always been interested in all aspects of health and beauty. She believes chiropractic is something which is so important in maintaining a healthy and happy life. Amber is so pleased to be a part of the great team at Crowthorne Family Chiropractic Centre and she aims to bring her existing knowledge on health to all the patients and help them on their road to all-round wellness.
Amber has always been interested in all aspects of health and beauty. She believes chiropractic is something which is so important in maintaining a healthy and happy life. Amber is so pleased to be a part of the great team at Crowthorne Family Chiropractic Centre and she aims to bring her existing knowledge on health to all the patients and help them on their road to all-round wellness.
Complementary Wellness Services
All of the practitioners listed below are independent and operate their own separate business entity.
Brittany Spence
Bodywork Massage
Brittany graduated from the Pensacola School of Massage Therapy and Health Careers in 2004, after completing 650hrs full-time training.
In 2011, she furthered her training with the Body in Harmony School with Jan Trewartha, becoming a Body Realignment Therapist.
I hold qualifications in Anatomy & Physiology I&II, Kinesiology, Therapeutic Massage, Neuro-Muscular Massage, and Body Realignment (Ortho-Bionomy/Bio-Mobility).
Brittany is a Full member of the Association of Physical and Natural Therapists (www.APNT.org), and the British Complimentary Medicine Association (www.BCMA.co.uk).
Brittany takes a very active role in Alternative health care logistics and is on the Executive Board of the APNT (Association of Physical & Natural Therapists) and the BCMA (British Complementary Medicine Association); on the committee for the British Fascia Symposium; accepts Private Sector work from the NHS; and coaches other therapists in marketing and events coordination at The Successful Therapist.
In 2011, she furthered her training with the Body in Harmony School with Jan Trewartha, becoming a Body Realignment Therapist.
I hold qualifications in Anatomy & Physiology I&II, Kinesiology, Therapeutic Massage, Neuro-Muscular Massage, and Body Realignment (Ortho-Bionomy/Bio-Mobility).
Brittany is a Full member of the Association of Physical and Natural Therapists (www.APNT.org), and the British Complimentary Medicine Association (www.BCMA.co.uk).
Brittany takes a very active role in Alternative health care logistics and is on the Executive Board of the APNT (Association of Physical & Natural Therapists) and the BCMA (British Complementary Medicine Association); on the committee for the British Fascia Symposium; accepts Private Sector work from the NHS; and coaches other therapists in marketing and events coordination at The Successful Therapist.
Julie Easterbrook
Counsellor
Phone: 01344 776310
Email: julie@julieeasterbrookcounselling.com
Website: www.julieeasterbrookcounselling.com
Counsellor
Phone: 01344 776310
Email: julie@julieeasterbrookcounselling.com
Website: www.julieeasterbrookcounselling.com
Julie is a professionally trained Integrative Humanistic counsellor and a registered member of the BACP, who works with young people aged 11 upwards.
People come to therapy for many reasons, some of which may be:
Living with health issues (including palliative care)
Relationship issues/ Family issues
Feeling overwhelmed
Depression/feeling low
Stress/ anxiety
Grief/bereavement/loss
Low confidence/Low self-esteem
Significant life changesBullying in school or in the workplace
Julie works with you to address the underlying causes of your pain and related emotions and feelings that you may be experiencing, helping you to develop an increased understanding of your issues, and your ability to cope and face the world.
People come to therapy for many reasons, some of which may be:
Living with health issues (including palliative care)
Relationship issues/ Family issues
Feeling overwhelmed
Depression/feeling low
Stress/ anxiety
Grief/bereavement/loss
Low confidence/Low self-esteem
Significant life changesBullying in school or in the workplace
Julie works with you to address the underlying causes of your pain and related emotions and feelings that you may be experiencing, helping you to develop an increased understanding of your issues, and your ability to cope and face the world.
Auriol Moores - Dip ION FdSc
Nutritional Therapist
Phone: 01344 831660
Email: info@vitologynutrition.co.uk
Auriol a Registered Nutritional Therapist, (having studied for 4 years at the Institute of Optimum Nutrition in London), qualifying in 2012 with a Nutritional Diploma and Foundation Science Degree and is a full member of BANT (British Association of Nutritional Therapists) and CNHC (Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council).
Auriol has completed 4 years of study at the Institute of Optimum Nutrition (ION) in London, accredited by the University of Bedfordshire, where she graduated as a Registered Nutritional Therapist (Merit) in July 2012. She is a member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition & Nutritional Therapy (BANT) which has a strict code of professional practice and is registered with the Complementary and Natural Health Care Council (CNHC) which was established with government support to regulate complementary professions.
Her training involved a systems biology approach to health care known as Functional Medicine. This included modules in biochemistry, biology, physiology and anatomy, disordered physiology, phytotherapy, food and nutrition as well as many hours of clinical practice.
What is Nutritional Therapy?
Nutritional Therapy involves the application of nutrition health and science in order to promote optimum health and prevent disease. It usually involves dietary intervention and, if appropriate the sensible use of dietary supplements. Nutritional Therapy can help to alleviate a wide range of conditions including
Nutritional Therapy considers the underlying causes of a condition, and treats the person as a whole, not just the symptom.
Auriol has completed 4 years of study at the Institute of Optimum Nutrition (ION) in London, accredited by the University of Bedfordshire, where she graduated as a Registered Nutritional Therapist (Merit) in July 2012. She is a member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition & Nutritional Therapy (BANT) which has a strict code of professional practice and is registered with the Complementary and Natural Health Care Council (CNHC) which was established with government support to regulate complementary professions.
Her training involved a systems biology approach to health care known as Functional Medicine. This included modules in biochemistry, biology, physiology and anatomy, disordered physiology, phytotherapy, food and nutrition as well as many hours of clinical practice.
What is Nutritional Therapy?
Nutritional Therapy involves the application of nutrition health and science in order to promote optimum health and prevent disease. It usually involves dietary intervention and, if appropriate the sensible use of dietary supplements. Nutritional Therapy can help to alleviate a wide range of conditions including
- Chronic fatigue
- Lack of energy
- Food intolerances
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Diabetes Type II
- High cholesterol
- High blood pressure
- Eczema
- and much much more...
Nutritional Therapy considers the underlying causes of a condition, and treats the person as a whole, not just the symptom.
Kathryn Ryan
Reflexologist
Phone: 07738080618
Email: Kathryn@KRtherapies.co.uk
Website: www.KRtherapies.co.uk
After more than 10 years working in financial services, Kathryn was made redundant in 2014 and took the opportunity to follow a dream of hers to study reflexology. She has now gained my qualification studying VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology and is also a member of the Association of Reflexologist and abide by their strict code of conduct. This also involves continuing professional development by attending courses and lectures.
Reflexology is the technique of applying gentle pressure to reflexes on the hands and feet in order to bring about;
• A state of deep relaxation
• To stimulate the body’s own healing processes
• To Help you return to a state of balance and well being
Reflexology may help with symptoms of:
Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Headaches and migraines, Pre Menstrual Syndrome, The Menopause, Back Pain & High blood pressure/ Poor circulation
Reflexology is the technique of applying gentle pressure to reflexes on the hands and feet in order to bring about;
• A state of deep relaxation
• To stimulate the body’s own healing processes
• To Help you return to a state of balance and well being
Reflexology may help with symptoms of:
Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Headaches and migraines, Pre Menstrual Syndrome, The Menopause, Back Pain & High blood pressure/ Poor circulation
Ann Kenney - DHP, LAPHP
Hypnotherapist
Phone: 07786347575
Email: ann.kennedy1@btinternet.com
Ann is a clinical hypnotherapist and yoga teacher. She trained at the award winning Royal Berkshire College of Hypnotherapy. She is very passionate about helping people to change and use hypnotherapy, analysis, NLP and EFT to help them achieve the changes they seek. This includes:
- Weight management
- Phobias/Fears
- Smoking
- Anxiety, stress and any other emotional problems
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Tania Foad
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT)
Phone: 07986238543
Email: crowthornecbt@gmail.com
Website: www.cbtforwellbeing.com
Tania is a fully accredited therapist with the BABCP. She graduated from Reading University as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in 2010. Prior to that she worked as a registered occupational therapist in the field of mental health.
Tania has extensive experience working with the following problems:
Tania works with all ages from adolescents to senior adults. On contacting me she will arrange a FREE 20 minute telephone consultation with you to discuss your difficulties, answer any questions you have and to ensure that Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is an appropriate way forward for you.
Tania has extensive experience working with the following problems:
- Depression
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder
- Health Anxiety
- Social Anxiety
Tania works with all ages from adolescents to senior adults. On contacting me she will arrange a FREE 20 minute telephone consultation with you to discuss your difficulties, answer any questions you have and to ensure that Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is an appropriate way forward for you.
