I am trained in Chinese style acupuncture.  This is a powerful technique which uses deep needling.  It should be distinguished from those techniques which use shallow insertion of needles. 

'Do not struggle. 

Go with the flow of things,

and you will find yourself at one with

the unity of the universe.'

Chuang Tzu 

Vivienne Outram Bsc Econ, Dip. Acu, MATCM.

During the past 6 years I have gained two diplomas in Acupuncture, one diploma in Shiatsu massage and two certificates in Chinese Herbal Medicine and patent herbal medicine, having been taught by both European and Chinese experts in the field, including Shulan Tang, one of the leading practitioners of Chinese Medicine in this country.  I am also a member of the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (www.atcm.co.uk).

I have a particular interest in psychological problems such as anxiety, depression and stress as well as various chronic health problems.  I believe that life is a journey full of meaning, and that illness is a part of that journey.  Illness can be a spur to personal growth.  The Chinese character for crisis means danger and opportunity, the crisis of ill health can be viewed in a similar way. As a result, i believe Chinese medicine could be a unique opportunity for a new kind of treatment system based on treating the underlying causes of disease rather than just  the symptoms.

'The more a man lays stress on false possessions,

and the less sensitivity he has for what is essential,

the less satisfying his life is.'

Carl Jung