Health & Wellness GP

Health & Wellness GP I am a GP of 30 years
I have a passion for holistic health
Let me help you to recover your health I have a truly holistic approach to care.

I am an NHS GP, a Certified Lifestyle Physician and Mind-Body Medicine Practitioner. I have a special interest in chronic pain, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, bladder symptoms or migraine. I am a trained Medical Acupuncturist and have my Certificate and Diploma in Medical Acupuncture, which may help with back, neck, shoulder, hip, chronic pain, migraine, headaches, irritable bowel syndrom

e, overactive bladder, pelvic pain, rhinitis. I can offer help with lifestyle changes in nutrition, sleep, movement, and stress management to improve:
Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Obesity, High cholesterol & Mental Health. A Mind-Body Practitioner will help you with chronic pain & medically unexplained symptoms. Please feel free to contact me and talk through your issue. www.gpacupunctureoxford.co.uk
Tel: 07717 570805

02/09/2026

I have been nominated for an Oxfordshire Retail Business Award in the Best Health & Wellbeing Business category.

The awards take place in October 2026, and I would be incredibly grateful for your support.

You can vote here:
https://englandsbusinessawards.co.uk/oxfordshire/

Thank you for supporting my journey and helping me champion health and wellbeing in our community.

26/08/2026

What is it about being in nature that makes us feel calmer?

In this reel, I am explaining how spending time in nature can help soothe the nervous system, reduce stress and bring us back to a sense of calm.

Sometimes, the simplest medicine is stepping outside.

19/08/2026

A flare can feel scary - especially when your symptoms suddenly intensify. But how we respond to those symptoms can make a difference.

Rather than immediately thinking “Oh no, how am I going to cope with this?”, try meeting the flare with curiosity and safety.

When we interpret symptoms as danger signals, our nervous system can move further into a state of threat. This can increase stress and, in turn, amplify symptoms.

Instead, gently ask yourself:
What am I noticing?
What might my body be communicating?
Can I respond with reassurance rather than fear?
What would help me feel safe right now?

This doesn’t mean ignoring symptoms or assuming they’re “just anxiety”. Safety comes first new, severe or concerning symptoms should always be medically assessed.

But when you know your symptoms are part of a familiar flare, changing your response from “something is wrong” to “something is happening, and I can meet it calmly” can help interrupt the cycle of fear and nervous-system activation.

Your symptoms are real. And you can learn to meet them with curiosity rather than catastrophe.

12/08/2026

Visualisation is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to calm the nervous system. 🌿

When life feels overwhelming, I often close my eyes and transport myself to my favourite place in Cornwall. I can hear the waves rolling in, feel the sea breeze on my skin, and picture the vast open coastline stretching ahead. Within moments, my body begins to relax.

Our brains respond to imagined experiences in much the same way as real ones. By visualising a place that feels safe, peaceful, and joyful, we can help shift the nervous system out of stress mode and into a state of calm.

The next time you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or struggling to switch off, take a minute to picture your favourite place. Notice the sights, sounds, smells, and sensations. You may be surprised by how quickly your body responds.

Where is your favourite place to escape to in your mind?

05/08/2026

When emotions stay trapped in our minds, they often turn into endless loops of overthinking, replaying conversations, worrying about the future, or getting stuck in “what ifs.”

I’ve noticed that when I’m feeling a lot but not actually expressing or processing those emotions, my mind goes round and round, searching for answers.

The shift happens when I stop trying to think my way through it and instead tune into my body.

What am I feeling physically?
Where is that emotion showing up?
Is there tightness, heaviness, tension, heat, or restlessness?

Our bodies often know what our minds are trying to avoid.

When we create space to feel emotions rather than analyse them, they can begin to move through us instead of keeping us stuck.

The next time you catch yourself ruminating, pause and ask: “What am I feeling in my body right now?”

Sometimes the way out of overthinking isn’t more thinking, it’s feeling.

29/07/2026

Our brains are constantly asking one simple question:

“Is this safe, or is this danger?” 🧠

The brain is a black-and-white thinker when it comes to protecting us. If it perceives a threat, whether physical, emotional, or psychological, it can switch on protective responses, including symptoms.

This doesn’t mean your symptoms aren’t real. They absolutely are. It means that understanding how the brain responds to perceived danger can be an important part of understanding why symptoms persist and how recovery can begin.

By learning to respond to symptoms with curiosity rather than fear, we can help send the brain a powerful message of safety.

Our brains are designed to protect us - but they can also learn that we’re safe.

22/07/2026

A book I highly recommend if you’re interested in the powerful connection between the mind and body.

Dr. Howard Schubiner is a leading physician and pioneer in mindbody medicine, and his latest book offers valuable insights into how stress, emotions, and the brain can influence chronic symptoms and, importantly, how healing is possible.

Whether you’re living with persistent pain, unexplained symptoms, or simply want to better understand the science behind the mind-body connection, this is well worth adding to your reading list.

Have you read it yet? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

15/07/2026

Your breath is one of the most powerful tools you have… and it’s with you wherever you go. 🤍

When life feels overwhelming, stress levels rise or your mind won’t slow down, taking a few intentional breaths can help calm your nervous system, reduce anxiety and bring you back to the present moment.

Breathwork isn’t about being perfect or finding lots of spare time. It’s about using something you already have to support your health and wellbeing, anytime and anywhere.

A few deep, mindful breaths can make more of a difference than you might think.

Have you ever tried breathwork?

08/07/2026

We all need tools in our toolbox for calming and regulating the nervous system. Because when stress, symptoms, overwhelm or anxiety show up, the goal isn’t to “switch it off” - it’s to help your body feel safe again.

Your toolbox might include:
-Breathwork
-Movement
-Time in nature
-Grounding techniques
-Rest
-Connection with others

Different tools work for different people, and what you need may change day to day.

The question isn’t: “What’s wrong with me?”
It’s: “What does my nervous system need right now?”

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