Farah Govani-Exall
Mindfulness drop-in classes & 8-week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course (register for in advance)
About
Farah is an executive coach and mindfulness trainer who helps people thrive amidst change and uncertainty, whether that's corporate leaders, business owners or SECHC members.
Service
Farah runs drop-in mindfulness classes where you learn the basics of how to meditate and we discuss ways in which you can use meditation to help steady you as you navigate difficulty. Class participants say they find great comfort in the practices and from their group conversations. She also runs an eight week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course which you need to register for in advance. This life changing course changes the way you relate to physical pain and emotional stress. A core component of the programme is daily meditation practice at home. The next course will start in October 2019.
Qualifications
Farah is a qualified executive coach and is close to completing a Master's degree in Mindfulness Based Approaches.
Shirley Iacovou
Reflexology
About
As a qualified nurse I have always had an interest in health and wellbeing. I offer massage, reflexology and scar work. Soon to include reflexology lymphatic drainage. (I'm due to attend this training course 13 & 14th June 2019).
Service
Someone coming to see me for treatments can expect to be treated with kindness and dignity. Through my treatments I aim to help them cope with stress and anxiety as well as helping to relieve pain and to lift their mood.
Qualifications
I hold ITEC diplomas for holistic massage (2009) and reflexology (2004). Sharon Wheeler's scar work training (2017). I'm registered with CNHC and CTHA.
Danielle Louise Wood
Jessica Manicures, Jessica Pedicures & Bio Sculpture Gel Nails.
About
As a youngster, I always wanted to be a beauty therapist so pursued my dream and trained as soon as I left school at 16. I have worked in many different beauty salons and absolutely love my job. I have 12 years experience in the beauty industry and my passion is to make people look and feel beautiful inside and out. I now work on a self-employed Mobile basis and volunteer some of my therapies at the SECHC.
Service
I aim to make all of my lovely clients leave feeling pampered and uplifted. A little pampering does wonders if you're feeling down in the dumps. If my clients leave smiling then I feel I have made a little difference in their day.
Qualifications
I am NVQ Level 2&3 Qualified in beauty therapy.
Mary Adams
Drama
About
Secretary, Mature Student, Teacher in a Comprehensive School, Head of Drama, Advisory Service working across the age ranges & organising courses for Teachers and Returners to Teaching. Retired a long time!
Service
To have fun, chat and enjoy themselves whilst participating in Drama games, acting exercises, role play, improvisation, script work etc., all developing concentration, trust, confidence & group awareness. Some elements of theatre & theatre history are explored when appropriate. Participants often surprise themselves as their skills develop!
Qualifications
Teacher’s Certificate; B.Ed. (Drama & Education). Diploma in Curriculum Development.
Carol Rice
Reflexology (at SECHC and CUH)
About
Carol qualified as a Reflexologist in 2001 and has worked at SECHC for 12 years. She also works at the MacMillan Centre at Croydon University Hospital. Carol has a private practice in Addiscombe, Croydon.
Service
After a consultation, Carol focuses on providing clients with a deeply relaxing Reflexology experience.
Qualifications
Diploma in Reflexology / Member of the CNHC and The CThA. Diploma in Reflexology Lymphatic Drainage. Diploma in Anatomy and Pathology. Reiki Master Practitioner and Teacher. Indian Head Massage. Aromatherapy Massage. Natural Lift Facial Massage. Various Energy Therapies.
Kate Finch-Smiles
Tuesday Group
About
I have been a Group Leader for the Tuesday Group at SECHC for the past seventeen years since I retired as a Ward Sister, having been a nurse all my working life.
Service
The Tuesday Group is a social group for all SECHC members. We have a variety of activities including card making, gentle exercise and relaxation, a monthly Film Club, board games and poetry followed by a homemade soup lunch.
Qualifications
(RGN retired)
Amy Rogers
Pilates
About
I am someone who is passionate about people becoming happier and healthier versions of themselves, whether this is through exercise, treatment or coaching, or general wellbeing. I love to cook and travel and obsess over the idea of rescuing lots of dogs! I run Purley Osteopaths where we specialise in helping people in long-term pain.
Service
I teach Pilates at the Centre on a Wednesday and it is a highlight of my week! Sometimes we work hard on stretching and strengthening our muscles, but sometimes.. we.. just.. breathe. I can promise you that you will be welcomed when you arrive, and leave knowing a little bit more about your body.
Qualifications
I qualified with a Masters Degree in Osteopathy in 2014 and later that year completed a mat-based Pilates qualification.
Gail Davies
Yoga
About
I’ve been practising yoga for more than 20 years, and teaching since 2007. I’m based in Warlingham and teach mixed ability, gentle and specialised classes in the area. My classes are small and friendly and welcome students of all ages and levels of experience.
Service
Yoga is for everybody. It’s a wonderful way of restoring balance to the body, mind, emotions and spirit. In addition to simple movements we practise breathing and relaxation techniques which can be helpful in managing tiredness, stress, depression and anxiety. Many people also report an improvement in their mood and the quality of their sleep. The Monday class is generally suitable for all, and on alternate Fridays we have a chair-seated class for those who find it difficult to get down and up from the floor.
Qualifications
I am a British Wheel of Yoga certified teacher. I also hold a post graduate qualification with the British Wheel of Yoga to teach people living with cancer.