Biographies for Oasis Health Practitioners

Fiona Le Vien (Alexander Technique)

Fiona Le Vien has been teaching the Alexander Technique since 1997. As well as maintaining a private practice she has taught at the Brighton Alexander Technique Teacher Training School, and at Benenden School, Kent. “I believe that we all have the potential to use our body to its full. The Alexander Technique helps us to do this.” Fiona trained in Thai Yoga Massage with Kira Balaskas at The School Of Thai Yoga Massage in London, qualifying in 2003. Please contact Fiona on tel.020 8405 3274 or email fionalevien@googlemail.com. Also see www.fionalevien.co.uk.

Yvonne Bishop-Weston (Nutrition therapy and testing services)

Yvonne is a Member of The British Association of Nutritional Therapists and has held many key roles in the health food Industry including the Institute of Optimum Nutrition, The Food Doctor, and former London healthy eating restaurant chain Cranks. She has nutrition clinics in Harley Street London as well as at Oasis Natural Health in Croydon. An accomplished nutritionist Yvonne has co-written a number of healthy cookbooks, regularly contributes nutritional advice to various magazines and newspapers, has appeared on GMTV, ITN news, BBC the One Show and proved her skills in treating infertility by winning The Baby Race on GMTV's LK Today. See www.foodsforlife.org.uk and www.optimumnutritionists.com for more information.

Tony Todd BSc. MSc. PG Cert. Academic Studies MBAcC MRSS MRCHM (Acupuncturist, herbalist, shiatsu practitioner, and part time lecturer in acupuncture at the International College of Oriental Medicine.) 

Tony Todd began practising acupuncture following completion of a 4 year course at the International College of Oriental Medicine (ICOM) in 2000. Prior to which he had trained in shiatsu, joining the register of shiatsu practitioners in 1993 and undertaking further studies in Tuina (Chinese massage) and acupuncture in Shanghai, China during 1993 and 1994. Since graduating from ICOM in 2000 he has continued to study with leading teachers both in the UK, Europe and Japan.
In 2003 he became a member of the European Branch of the Toyhari association, and in 2005 undertook training in Kanpo (Japanese herbalism).
He is a part time lecturer and module co-ordinator at the International College of Oriental Medicine, East Grinstead, East Sussex.
His website is at www.croydonandpurleyacupuncture.co.uk

Marika Csaranko (Homeopathy and Holistic Massage)

Homeopathy: Marika trained for four years at the Centre for Homeopathic Education and has gained an honours degree in Homeopathy. She has been practicing Homeopathy at Oasis since 2007 and she also has a clinic in Crystal Palace and South Norwood. Marika has gained both classical and therapeutic training in homeopathy and uses a wide range of approaches in her treatments with her patients. She endeavours to help people on every level by providing a unique and holistic approach. She aims for wellness both physically and emotionally as well as personal growth and happiness.

Massage: Marika has been practicing massage since 2003. She has an ITEC Diploma in Massage, Anatomy and Physiology from Highbury and Islington College. Since then she has also gained further training in Myofascial Release and Advanced Deep Tissue Massage. In her treatment she takes into account the person’s whole being and not just the physical symptoms and can offer a range of massage styles to suit the individual needs.

She has many years working in the medical profession in Rehabilitation in the NHS, and has gained extensive knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology which has served her well in the massage and complementary therapy industry. Her training has taught her a great deal about the mechanics, prevention and treatment of muscular and mechanical injuries and their prevention.

For further information, please visit: www.keepwellnaturally.co.uk or to book an appointment call: 07811 161 697

Jane Stevens IHM, FLdip., LCICI, Reiki level 2 (Reiki, Natural Facelift Massage, Indian Head Massage)

Jane has qualified in Indian Head Massage and Natural Face Lift Massage at the London College of Indian Champissage International and is registered with them. She trained in Reiki in the Usui tradition and has gained a Usui level 2 qualification. Jane is a registered member of the UK reiki Federation.

Prior to training as a therapist Jane worked for many years in the British Homoeopathic Association, a charity that promotes the use of Homoeopathy. She continues to work at various fund raising events using her therapy skills.
She practices in central Croydon and Beckenham.

For more information please go to www.naturalbeautyandhealth.webs.com or e-mail jane.a.stevens@hotmail.co.uk

Nick Pivot (Reflexology)

With a particular interest in Maternity Reflexology and Cancer recovery, Nick Pivot now adapted his approach to treatment to suit all his clients needs and expectations, from minor ailments to pain management of long term conditions.

Nick Pivot is a fully qualified therapist, registered with the British Reflexology Association (BRA) and a member of CNHC (the regulating body for complementary therapies in the UK)

If you want to find out how you can benefit from Reflexology or book an appointment Please contact Nick Pivot on 07952578520 or email info@captherapies.co.uk.