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 27 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.
Lynn Turner
Reflexologist
Phone: 07808852235
Email: lynn.turner@outlook.com
Lynn qualified as a reflexologist in 2016, gaining a VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology and is a memeber of the Federation of Holistic Therapists. Receiving treatments can help alleviate symptoms and primarily reduce stress, which is considered to be the main cause of health problems.
Reflexology which is the technique of applying gentle pressure to the reflexes on the hands and feet that map to all parts of the body, has been practised for over 5000 years, with the earliest record depicted in Acient Egyptian drawings. In recent times medical practioners have recognised this alternative therapy and the benefits it can bring to wellbeing.
It's estimated that in a lifetime the average person will walk the equivalent in miles to around the globe and yet the feet still remain the most overlooked part of our body. Lynn is a firm believer in the concept that the feet can reveal many things about health and wellbeing.
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 which is the technique of applying gentle pressure to the reflexes on the hands and feet that map to all parts of the body, has been practised for over 5000 years, with the earliest record depicted in Acient Egyptian drawings. In recent times medical practioners have recognised this alternative therapy and the benefits it can bring to wellbeing.
It's estimated that in a lifetime the average person will walk the equivalent in miles to around the globe and yet the feet still remain the most overlooked part of our body. Lynn is a firm believer in the concept that the feet can reveal many things about health and wellbeing.
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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Toni Hennings - BSC., Lic., Ac., PGCert. MBAcC. Dip.Tn.,
Acupuncturist and Tui Na Massage Therapist
Phone: 01344 588885
Email: toni@crowthornehealth.co.uk
Website: www.crowthornehealth.co.uk
Toni is a licensed Acupuncture practitioner, a member of British Acupuncture Council and British Medical Acupuncture Society. Toni graduated from College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in 2001 and integrates her practice of acupuncture within both the NHS and private hospital facilities. Toni’s background within healthcare started within Oncology, as a Therapeutic Radiographer, her knowledge and skills continue to complement her practice, today.
Acupuncture and Tui Na massage are two of the fundamental pillars of Chinese Medicine, a traditional medical practice dating back thousands of years. Today these principles have been researched and redefined and with the use of medical equipment and our deeper understanding of biomedical science, acupuncture has become accepted in healthcare around the world. It can be used as a standalone treatment or in combination with other forms of medicine.
Toni works closely with her patient to understand the deeper physical and emotional needs in order to tailor treatments specifically to them. There are a variety of health conditions acupuncture has been used to treat;
- Tennis Elbow
- Irritable Bowel,
- Depression and Anxiety
- Headaches and Migraines
- Womens Health
- Fertility
- Chronic Pain
- Cancer Care Support
