our therapists

Our therapists have all been rigorously selected and hold appropriate qualifications, insurance, DBS certification and are registered with the relevant professional bodies. Some therapists can also provide online treatment sessions as well as both centre-based and walking-talking sessions in the Malvern Hills. 

We are delighted that we can now offer a range of classes, groups and individual therapies, bringing our local community together to enjoy connectedness in what we hope feels like a ‘safe harbour’.

Therapists

 

Dr Elise Kearney

Dr Elise Kearney

Consultant Clinical Psychologist & Director

Dr Kearney is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist who has practiced privately for four years, after working in the NHS for 17 years.  She works primarily with families at all stages from pregnancy through to young adults at
times of transition

Alix Jones

Alix Jones

Yoga Teacher and Massage/Reflexology Therapist

Alix Jones runs Adult Yoga classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and Wednesday 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  Classes, which run throughout the week and will bring you the opportunity to not only move better but to release built-up stresses.

Jan McWhir

Jan McWhir

Counsellor

​Sometimes we really need some extra support and guidance to work through difficult times
and in most cases, it helps to have a deeper understanding of why we are the
way we are and having
solutions to support us
through those difficult times.

DR TAMMY ESRICH

DR TAMMY ESRICH

Clinical Psychologist

Tammy is a Chartered Clinical
Psychologist with over 24 years of
experience of working in the NHS with adults with a range of psychological
difficulties. Clinical Psychologists aim
to reduce psychological
distress and enhance
psychological well-being.

Kate Wrigglesworth

Kate Wrigglesworth

Artist

I work in a variety of mediums from paint, textiles, collage, to three-dimensional sculptures, and I regularly run workshops and demonstrations for Arts groups and societies.
I use colour and composition to express emotion and create atmosphere. The flow of line in my paintings is influenced by my love of dance which adds poetry and inspiration to my work. 

Mark Leahy

Mark Leahy

Clinical Hypnotherapist

I’m a qualified, registered clinical hypnotherapist who helps people from all walks of life, professional backgrounds and ages, quickly and successfully overcome issues including anxiety disorders, stress and low self-esteem,
phobias and anger,
amongst others.

Alexandra Stevenson

Alexandra Stevenson

Psychodynamic Counsellor MBACP

I am a counsellor working primarily with women. I work with women who are navigating life transitions such as motherhood, menopause, aging and loss. I offer guidance and space for personal growth and
self-development.

Sara Bhavani

Sara Bhavani

Integrative Relational Therapist MNCIP

I’m an Integrative Relational Therapist and Psychosexual Somatic Coach, in private practice since 2018, working with individuals and couples. I’m a registered member of the National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists and The Association for Coaching.

Lucy Aldridge

Lucy Aldridge

Psychological Therapist and Mental Health Practitioner

I am a psychological therapist,
trained in cognitive behavioural psychotherapy and having recently completed training
in EMDR (eye movement,
desensitisation and
reprocessing).

dr ELOISE LEA

dr ELOISE LEA

Principal Clinical Psychologist

Dr Eloise Lea is a Principal Clinical
Psychologist and has worked in
mental health services for
over 15 years.
She currently works
in the NHS on a Neonatal Unit
as well as in Staff Support
Services

Sally Smiles

Sally Smiles

Shamanic Practitioner

Sally is a Shamanic Practitioner, Drum Maker, Reiki Master Teacher and Musician.
Her work is deeply rooted in the
medicine of the land, inspired by
the ancient ways and finding balance
through connection to the
natural world.

ZOE MEACHEM

ZOE MEACHEM

Yoga, Birth and Postnatal Practitioner.

Zoe’s classes and retreats are
relaxed, friendly and supportive.
She has been teaching yoga for 9 years and offers Pregnancy Yoga, Postnatal
Yoga, Hypnobirthing, Baby Massage,
Women’s Yoga and Retreats.

Dr Darnley Payne

Dr Darnley Payne

Counselling Psychologist

Dr Payne is a Counselling Psychologist.
He completed a Practitioner’s
Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at Wolverhampton University. Dr Payne has
worked as a Counselling Psychologist in several different settings. 

Amy Chevis-Bruce

Amy Chevis-Bruce

Psychotherapist/Mental Health Practitioner

I am a psychotherapist
specialised in cognitive behavioural
therapy.
My background is in mental
health social work.

Rebecca Jeynes

Rebecca Jeynes

Reiki and Massage Therapist

I am a Reiki Practitioner and a Swedish Massage Therapist and I also offer Hot stone therapy in conjunction with Swedish Massage. I like to approach the therapies I offer with
a holistic mindset as most challenges have many roots.

testimonials

Thanks so much for literally holding me and being such a huge part of my healing. I know I’ve got a long way to go, but you’ve helped beyond measure with my chest so thank you. S.D. (Long term Covid).

testimonials

“I have learnt more about my body than in any other class or treatment in Alix’s yoga class. It has become an essential part of my life, sanity, unwinding and spiritually. Alix’s use of her voice is like velvet, she is an amazing teacher, at the top of her game.”

Fee Moore

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testimonials

“How do I love it, let me share the ways…
For the utter contentment which accompanies it.
For that total release of everything that accompanies it.
For the soothing effects on body and mind that accompanies it.
For that wonderful calm and reassuring voice that accompanies it.
For the room full of people who I know feel just the same…
Thank you, Alix, it’s all due to you”.

Angie Green.

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“I have been attending Alix’s yoga classes for over 4 years, she is an outstanding yoga teacher. She has an amazing understanding of what the body and mind needs, she dedicates such time and energy to every class and everyone in it, classes are a perfect balance of creating a peaceful mind and a stronger more supple body. I always come out feeling uplifted. Thank you! Alix, you are a wonderful person and a caring teacher. I couldn’t recommend your classes enough.”  D.B.

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testimonials

“I have been attending Alix’s yoga classes for over 4 years, she is an outstanding yoga teacher. She has an amazing understanding of what the body and mind needs, she dedicates such time and energy to every class and everyone in it, classes are a perfect balance of creating a peaceful mind and a stronger more supple body. I always come out feeling uplifted. Thank you! Alix, you are a wonderful person and a caring teacher. I couldn’t recommend your classes enough.”  D.B.

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‘Having a body which now will not allow me to do everything that I ask it to, due to arthritis, but at the same time my mind still wanting it to behave like a twenty-year-olds, I can honestly say that I always feel better, more flexible and at peace with the world having attended one of Alix’s classes.
Alix is in her element both teaching, and in her own unique way, caring for her yoga students. This is evident in her empathy towards each pupil, and together with her enthusiasm to expand her own knowledge and pass on her expertise to us, her students, a varied program evolves for both body and mind. Alix gently encourages each student to get the most out of their practice according to their individual ability/needs.
Thank you for your haven of peace Alix!’ Liz P.

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“I have been coming to yoga with Alix for 12 years now. There is no competitive atmosphere, we all get on well, there is quite a camaraderie. The classes are small enough so Alix keeps a good eye on us, taking some people further into postures and helping others tread carefully if they are recovering from injury or have aches or pains.
There is no Lycra here! I had been doing yoga for many years before attending her classes but I am astonished how my flexibility has developed, and my back is so much better. I like the way if I have to miss my regular class, I can call her and join one of her other classes so I do not miss my practice. I would recommend this yoga to anyone; I wish I had found Alix years ago. The yoga centre is wonderful and peaceful, it has wonderful views overlooking the hills and is very comfortable on a carpeted floor. ” Angela

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“I started pregnancy yoga when I was around 30 weeks pregnant. I had never been to a yoga class before and I wasn’t very flexible or someone who was into exercise! However, Natalie convinced me to come along and said it would help my pelvic pain I was experiencing. Natalie is a warm, friendly, welcoming teacher who made a group of strangers feel like friends as we all shared that we were pregnant in common. We were all at different stages of our pregnancy however we could all do the moves and Natalie tailored certain ones for me for example I would sometimes sit on a chair so not to add any pressure to the pelvic pain I was already experiencing. I was worried that after the class the next day I would be in more pain than I was when I went to the class however after going for 2/ 3 weeks my pelvic pain had Eased quite considerably. I wasn’t a believer of pregnancy yoga before however after going to the classes it genuinely really helped me. I learnt all about different breathing techniques and positions to help when in labour which defiantly helped with my speedy two hour labour! I highly recommend these yoga classes!”

Kathleen

testimonials

“I wanted to say a huge thank you to Nat for the Yoga classes, I cannot describe how helpful those breathing techniques were during labour – and thank you for the encouragement to listen to my body.”

Sarah

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“I thoroughly enjoyed pregnancy yoga with Natalie. It was such a calming environment and my favourite part was meeting weekly with other mamas to talk all things baby. Natalie was a brilliant instructor and doing it while she was pregnant herself was beautiful to see. I am certain that these classes helped me to have a calm, enjoyable and natural labour without any stress. The yoga also helped me to maintain my fitness post pregnancy. I couldn’t recommend the classes enough.”

Francesca

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“I thoroughly enjoyed pregnancy yoga with Natalie. It was such a calming environment and my favourite part was meeting weekly with other mamas to talk all things baby. Natalie was a brilliant instructor and doing it while she was pregnant herself was beautiful to see. I am certain that these classes helped me to have a calm, enjoyable and natural labour without any stress. The yoga also helped me to maintain my fitness post pregnancy. I couldn’t recommend the classes enough.”

Francesca

testimonials

“Mark has the ability to clarify a cluttered world and to give you the skillset to allow you to face it on a daily basis.”

P.W. from Bishops Frome, Worcestershire (May 2023)

testimonials

“Thank you for helping me through a very tough time. I have recommended you and will continue to. Your knowledge and expertise are insane(!) and it’s been a very interesting process. I feel very close to being myself again. Best wishes, R.”

R.S. from Worcester (March 2023)

testimonials

“Thank you for helping me through a very tough time. I have recommended you and will continue to. Your knowledge and expertise are insane(!) and it’s been a very interesting process. I feel very close to being myself again. Best wishes, R.”

R.S. from Worcester (March 2023)

testimonials

I was very anxious about  having hip surgery and after being given your contact details I am very grateful for how quickly you understood my situation in our first phone call. Also, how you accommodated appointments for me over the busy Christmas/New Year period.

My op. went very well yesterday. My wound is great, no red or soreness and all of my vitals were stable overnight. All monitors have been taken off me. I was walking last night and today a bit more practice with crutches and physio. Am out of bed, sitting in chair at table eating breakfast and watching TV. Apparently, I have  been a ‘perfect patient’ who would  have thought that! The staff know all about my needle phobia and they have all been marvellous.

I feel rather pleased with myself for feeling in such good spirits and ‘safe’. I have had more needles in me in the past 24 hours than all of the past  10 years…. ‘flooding’ technique perhaps 😀

THANK YOU so much Mark for helping me to get here.

S.J. from Carlton, Beds (Jan 2023)

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