The Cycles of Change team

Kerry Pond BA(Hons), Dip BSS, MRSS

Kerry is a qualified Shiatsu practitioner from the British School of Shiatsu, London; and is a registered member of the Shiatsu Society UK.

Kerry’s love of this practice lies in the healing potential Shiatsu has for her clients; as energetic balance is restored to create a sense of flow and ease in the body. Kerry’s work is often centred around the spine, nervous system and the meridian network, which together have a powerful affect on the body by reestablishing this energetic flow and creating a sense of deep relaxation.

Kerry has a love of learning and is excited to soon embark on advanced Shiatsu courses for Pregnancy, Birth and Post Natal women. Once completed, she will be a qualified ‘Well Mother’ practitioner, able to offer bespoke classes and treatments to mothers, partners and their babies.

Kerry is a caring, gentle and intuitive practitioner with a firm interest in holistic health and wellbeing. She enjoys mind-body practices such as clean eating, yoga, meditation and energy alignment work.

Kerry looks forward to welcoming you to Cycles of Change.

Julie Devlin Dip.Ac MBAcC

Over 25 years ago I turned to acupuncture to help with a long-standing back problem that had failed to respond to other treatments.  It worked and my fascination with Traditional Chinese Medicine began.

In 1996 I graduated from the Northern College of Acupuncture in York, having studied both traditional acupuncture and western biomedical sciences. I became a member of the British Acupuncture Council and over the past 20 years have established busy private practices in Leicestershire, working alongside GP’s and other healthcare professionals.  I love working as part of the team at Cycles of Change and with my other colleagues at Orchard Medical Practice in Broughton Astley and Eastgate Therapies in Leicester.

The benefits of acupuncture and its use for pain relief are well documented but there has also been a huge rise in demand for the use of acupuncture in other areas. My main specialist training has been in its use for fertility and reproductive health and I am registered as a Zita West Affiliated practitioner.

One of the strengths of traditional acupuncture is the way it treats the person, not just the problem. My skill lies in being able to see beyond the physical and emotional symptoms and devise an effective treatment plan that is unique to you.

www.juliedevlinacupuncture.co.uk

Kaye Angus MH. Ir. MAMH. Reflex. Dip. Tui Na Dip.

Kaye joined the practice as our Tui Na practioner in March 2020.

She has successfully treated people with chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and a wide range of musculoskeletal pain and inflammation.

Asthma, skin problems, stress relief and general anxiety disorders are her special interest areas.

Her interest in Traditional Chinese medicine was a journey made through Martial Arts training, beginning with Tai Jitsu as a young single mum in the early 90’s to Qi Gong and Ta’i Chi with the Taoist Lishi family in recent years.

She studied Tui Na with Sarah Pritchard, Julia Oji and Alex Brazkiewicz at the City College of Acupuncture in London. These teachers,who trained in Nanjing, bring special qualities to their training such as paediatric Tui Na and specific techniques for menstrual problems, fertility and the menopause.

Tui Na can be effective for a wide variety of health conditions and is very safe for children, elderly patients and the needle-shy.

Kaye is also qualified in Herbal Medicine, Iridology, Reflexology and most recently Acupuncture.

She is a successful beekeeper and forager. Raised on a Scottish Island fishing and gathering wild food were commonplace ways of getting dinner!

During Spring Tides she Kayaks to small Scottish Islands gathering seaweed, this is air dried to sell in packets for norishing health and vitality. She also makes a range of massage products incorporating beeswax from her bees.

James Pegg Lic.ac MBAcC – Professional Licentiate in Acupuncture

The Cycles of Change team are excited to welcome James Pegg as an undergraduate Five Element Acupuncturist; currently in his final pre-graduate phase of clinical practice.
I have always been fascinated by the body’s innate ability to heal itself and have spent the last 3 years studying the art and science of acupuncture to help people achieve optimal health and well- being.
My journey into acupuncture began with my own struggles with chronic health issues. After years of trying conventional medicine, I discovered acupuncture and was amazed by its effectiveness in treating not just my physical symptoms but also my emotional and mental health. This experience led me to pursue a career in acupuncture and studying the theory and practice of classical Five Element Acupuncture to gain professional licence stature from The Acupuncture Academy, Leamington Spa.
As a Five Element Acupuncturist, I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms they present with. My goal is to help my patients achieve balance and harmony within their body, mind, and spirit. I believe that each person is unique and therefore, I tailor each treatment plan to the individual’s specific needs and concerns.
I am passionate about helping my patients achieve their health goals and feel empowered to take control of their own health. I believe that acupuncture is a powerful tool for promoting healing and well-being and I feel honoured to be able to share this gift with others.
When I am not practicing acupuncture, I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking, practicing yoga, and spending time with my family and friends. I believe that living a balanced and healthy lifestyle is essential for overall well-being and strive to incorporate these values into my own life and practice.

Dr Hana El-Ahmar MBBS MRCGP AFMCP

I have been an NHS doctor for over a decade, and while I’m deeply passionate about medicine, I have also become disillusioned with the limitations of NHS care. The system is overstretched, and I often find myself frustrated by the lack of time to truly listen to patients, explore the root causes of their health concerns, and offer the kind of in-depth, personalised care that I know makes a real difference.

This has led me to holistic and root-cause medicine – a way of practicing that goes beyond quick consultations and symptom management. I am on a journey to learn and apply this approach, and I would love for you to join me as we explore a different way of healing. I believe that by looking deeper – at gut health, hormones, stress, nutrition, and lifestyle – we can often find answers that conventional medicine overlooks.

I am really looking forward to being able to give patients the time they need. Whether you are struggling with ongoing health issues, looking to optimise your well-being, or just need a doctor who truly listens, I can tailor my approach to fit your needs.

Christine Bailey MSc PGCE MIFM MBANT

Christine Bailey, CEO Advance Nutrition Ltd, Group Director of Nutrition & Wellbeing Thomas Franks Ltd. Christine Bailey is an award winning Registered Performance Nutritionist, Chef and Author with over 20 years of experience in the health, corporate and fitness industry. With additional training by the Institute of Functional Medicine, Christine is an experienced Functional Performance Nutritionist working in both the private and corporate sector. She is currently completing extensive training in Conscious Connected Breathwork certified by the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance GPBA. Christine has experience working with a wide range of national and international companies and providing one to one nutrition support for clients. She is author of over 14 recipe and health books, a journalist for several health and fitness magazines with regular appearances in the media.