About me
Duncan McGechie
I have been interested in healing and eastern thought for as long as I can remember, which has led me to study Taiji, Yoga , martial artsand culminated in a degree in philosophy and religious studies from Lancaster University.
Further study in TCM Acupuncture at the University of Westminster School of integrated health, which is a BSc course endorsed by the BAcC (British Acupuncture Council) and the BAAB (British Acupuncture Accreditation Board) qualified me to practise in 2003.
The training also included:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Pathology
- Differential diagnosis (to be able to identify conditions which need more conventional intervention)
- Chinese nutrition
- Swedish massage
- Training in reflective practice
Since completing that qualification further development seemed of benefit to my clients. I have therefore also gained a graduate diploma in Therapeutic Bodywork (now retitled 'Remedial Massage and Neuromuscular techniques'). Courses included:
- Neuromuscular Technique
- Myofascial Release
- Positional Release Techniques
- Muscle Energy Techniques (MET)
- Sports Therapy massage
- Traditional Thai Yoga massage
- Introduction to Craniosacral techniques
This has been a fascinating and rewarding journey and has proven very useful in dealing with peoples physical problems, as well as the mental and emotional issues often tied in with them.
Some time after initial qualification, the opportunity to study acupuncture and moxibustion in China arose and was taken in 2004. The study was at Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, in Sichuan province. I stayed on and also took intensive training in Tui Na Massage skills in their outpatient clinic.
The next stage in my development is Chinese Herbal Medicine, which I am presently studying at Masters level. I should qualify in Autumn 2009.
I am a Member of the British Acupuncture Council (MBAcC) and the NHS register of complementary and alternative therapists: it is advised that you find a practitioner who is a member of the BAcC to ensure that they have completed the requisite training to be safe and effective, follow codes of practice and conduct and are committed to continuing professional development.
I practice Qigong, Taiji Chuan, Jiu Jitsu and Pilates.
Duncan McGechie BA BSc G.Dip CertAc MBAcC
For more information about the British Acupuncture Council see acupuncture.org.uk. I am listed in their directory for the three practices at which I work - Chiswell Studios, The Fulham Clinic, and Theobalds Natural Health Clinic