About CM Therapies

Hi, I’m Claire! I am a professionally qualified Complementary Health Practitioner with over 20 years of experience, supporting clients with a wide variety of conditions.

About Me

My journey into holistic therapy began in 2002 while living in Spain, where I worked as a reflexologist and massage therapist in hotels and spas. These early years gave me invaluable experience in caring for people and understanding the profound connection between body and mind.

As my career evolved, I expanded my work into doctors’ surgeries, yoga retreats, sports centres, and festivals—gaining a wide range of experience supporting clients with different needs. After four years perfecting my craft in Spain, I returned to England to take on a tutoring role at a massage training school, where I began sharing my knowledge and passion for bodywork with others.

Over The Years...

Over the past 24 years, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wonderfully diverse range of clients, including expectant mothers, infants, and children with conditions such as ADHD, asthma, and digestive issues. I’ve also helped athletes recover from injury and supported individuals dealing with chronic stress, pain, and emotional imbalance.

Myofascial Work – The Heart of My Practice

Today, Myofascial work is the main focus of my practice. I am deeply passionate about this gentle yet powerful approach, which helps release tension and restrictions in the body’s connective tissue (fascia) to restore natural movement, alignment, and emotional ease. Myofascial Release allows the body to unwind stored patterns of pain and trauma, promoting both physical and emotional healing. It’s a deeply intuitive therapy that honours the body’s innate ability to rebalance itself.

Aromatherapy and Neal’s Yard Experience

Alongside my bodywork practice, I spent 10 years working part-time for Neal’s Yard Remedies in Brighton, which also operated as a herbal dispensary. During this time, I had the privilege of working alongside a team of highly experienced colleagues, herbalists, homeopaths, and aromatherapists. This enriching environment expanded my knowledge and expertise in aromatherapy, particularly in the creation of bespoke ointments, lotions, and oil blends. These are carefully formulated to support individuals suffering from a variety of skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis, and to promote overall skin health and natural beauty. I also love creating beautiful, personalised oil blends that make thoughtful gifts for Christmas, birthdays, and Valentine’s Day. My years at Neal’s Yard gave me a deep appreciation for the therapeutic qualities of essential oils and natural ingredients, enhancing both my treatments and my holistic approach to wellbeing.

My Practice

I have been part of The Grey Door Therapy Clinic in Brighton and Hove for several years, where I continue to welcome clients for individual treatments in a calm and nurturing space.

I am fully insured and a member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).

Grey Door Therapy Clinic

First Floor
36 Blatchington Road
Hove
BN3 3YN

5 star rated

Proud to be rated 5 stars by my clients

Experienced

I have 20+ years of experience

FHT member

Federation of Holistic Therapists member

Fully insured

I am fully insured to treat clients

Treatments I offer

For 24 years, I’ve cared for expectant mothers, children with conditions like ADHD and asthma, athletes recovering from injuries, and clients managing chronic stress.

Teaching and Professional Roles

Alongside my clinical work, I am dedicated to education and sharing my experience with others:

I teach Myofascial Release at the School of Natural Therapies in London, where I guide students in understanding and applying the principles of fascial work to support healing and movement.
I also teach an Introduction to The Bowen Technique in Brighton for Bowen College UK, introducing practitioners and bodyworkers to this complementary approach to healing.

While Myofascial work forms the foundation of my current practice, I continue to offer Aromatherapy, Reflexology, and Advanced & Deep Tissue Massage—modalities that remain close to my heart and continue to enhance the care I provide.