Since then the theories of Yin-Yang, Five Elements and Zen Shiatsu, plus working with energy (Ki) have been the compasses which guide my life journey.

Having completed Kushi Institute Levels 1 & 2, I went on to study with leading teachers from Britain, USA and Japan: Harriet Devlin, Akinobu Kishi, Wataru Ohashi, Shizuko Yamamoto and Pauline Sasaki. My most extensive training has been in Zen Shiatsu as taught by Pauline Sasaki; this is the style which I practise and which we teach in the Glasgow School of Shiatsu.

I established the Shiatsu teaching programme in Glasgow in 1986 in order to spread awareness of Shiatsu and to provide a structured training to professional standards. Over the years I have been a guest teacher at Shiatsu Schools from London to Aberdeen. In 2000 I was asked to teach Acupressure/Shiatsu on the Holistic Therapies Diploma (VTCT accredited) run by Cardonald College, now Glasgow Clyde College, Glasgow. I continued as a member of staff at Glasgow Clyde until 2017, teaching anatomy & physiology, business studies and Advanced Massage to Complementary Therapies students.

Since its beginning in 1981 I have been involved in the Shiatsu Society, initially as Secretary, later on the School Ratifications and Education sub-committees. I currently serve on the Board of Directors and thoroughly enjoy networking with members, supporting their practice of Shiatsu and spreading public awareness of Shiatsu.

Publications:

Health Essentials: Shiatsu
Published by Element Books 1992
(translated into Dutch, Portuguese, French, Italian, Spanish & Czech)

Complete Illustrated Guide to Shiatsu
Published by Element Books/HarperCollins 1998

The Extended Meridians of Zen Shiatsu
With Vicky Smyth. Published Singing Dragon 2017

I hold an M.A. in Modern Languages (Aberdeen 1979) and a post graduate teaching qualification from the University of Dundee (TQFE) 2013. I am passionate about delivering inspiring, accessible student centred teaching.

My background influences include Tai Chi, Aikido, Spiritual Healing, Native American Medicine Wheel studies and meditation. For relaxation I enjoy being around horses and Classical Dressage.