About the Business

My name is Sue Cartwright. I have lived and worked in Birmingham all my life and for many years my job role has been in administration for local Children's Services where I have witnessed families overcome very difficult experiences in their lives. I naturally progressed into counselling, working whilst studying to qualify in 2005.

Through my placement at a local NHS Health Centre I gained considerable experience working with people presenting with a variety of issues such as depression, relationship difficulties, time management, bereavement and alcohol/drug addiction. After I qualified I remained in private practice at the Health Centre until 2007.

I have always been interested in anything 'outside the box' and since obtaining my counselling qualifications, to compliment my services I have undertaken various levels of study and practical application to qualify as an accredited Crystal Therapist, Reiki Practitioner/Master/Teacher and Thermo-Auricular Therapist (Ear Candling).

In addition I have undertaken a further qualification based upon Alcoholics Anonymous 12 Step Approach to expand my counselling provision in supporting individuals in the process of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. The approach is also suitable in supporting individuals with other addictions like OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) or food related disorders.

I have been involved with several community projects in a voluntary capacity and I am currently providing therapy support at Freshwinds in Selly Oak who provide a fully integrated model of care and support for individuals with life threatening and life limiting illnesses. I have also completed training through them and in conjunction with the Royal Society of Public Health to become a Community Health Champion providing a variety of health support and signposting provision for individuals looking at changing their lifestyles.

Business Services

Reiki

Reiki

Reiki can be used in conjunction with conventional medical treatments or used solely on its own to relax and energise, support or heal emotionally and spiritually.

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese word meaning 'Universal Life Energy' and is an ancient form of energy healing. It is known by other names such as 'prana' in India. Eastern medicine has known and worked for centuries with this energy, which flows through all living things via meridians or pathways.

There are many styles of Reiki and I currently offer the traditional Usui (Japanese) and Seichim (Egyptian) styles, Angel Reiki and also the Reiki Drum Technique for which you will find a separate webpage.

Traditional Usui and Seichim Reiki both channel Earth energy, but Seichim utilises additional healing frequencies of Water, Air/Spirit and Fire making this a very powerful therapy treatment as the different energies synergise. Both styles of Reiki are healing and energising, but Seichim, said to be the parent of energy healing systems has a higher feminine vibration which focuses upon the heart promoting nurturing and unconditional love.

Both styles are intuitive and use a number of different techniques such as placing the hands on or above parts of the body requiring healing. Seichim can also involve stroking or light tapping to improve blood circulation and gentle massaging or blowing to release stuck energies.

Crystal Therapy

Crystal Therapy

Crystal Therapy can be used in conjunction with conventional medical treatments or used solely on its own to relax, re- energise, support or heal emotionally, physically and spiritually by re-aligning and balancing the bodies natural healing. It is an ideal therapy for those who feel that 'talking therapies' like counselling are not for them.

What is Crystal Therapy?

Crystals have been used for thousands of years for adornment and to influence the course of life. Ancient peoples believed crystals were gifts from the gods and their magical properties have been recognised in almost every culture. There are some stones that have been used from time immemorial, whilst new stones have emerged to aid humanity as life on earth has evolved.

The vibration and energies of our earth have been in the process of changing to a new frequency for some time. Subsequently there is a need now more than ever for natural and spiritual treatments that harness the universal energies, to support and restore healing at all levels.

Crystal Therapy acts on energy vibrations, which amplify and focus the natural energies of the recipient's mind and body. Blockages in the flow of energy are alleviated by working on the chakra points of which there are seven major ones - base, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, brow and crown plus a myriad of minor ones.

The chakra is a concept of Indian origin literally meaning 'wheel' and it is a system used in many different types of healing. Each chakra relates to different functions of the mind and body and also to specific colours, different crystals and gemstones.

Reviews

Rachel
28 Jul, 2015

I found Crystal Therapy to be a remarkable experience, so relaxing and insightful. I slept that night peacefully for the first time since my youth.

Quinton
28 Jul, 2015

I must admit I found the process of Counselling a little daunting to begin with and quite painful at times on an emotional level but the end result has been worth it.

Moseley
28 Jul, 2015

Sheer bliss! My head feels so much clearer since receiving an Ear Candling treatment and my sinus discomfort is clearing. Truly marvelous.

Location & Hours

834 Yardley Wood Road

Birmingham, B13 0JE
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