List of Main Therapy Learning

  • Reflexology – Practitioner’s Certificate – Scottish School of Reflexology
    Edinburgh – June 1995 Including Certificates in Abdominal and Facial Reflexology
  • Anatomy, Physiology and Body Massage – ITEC Certificate – Glasgow -June 1997
  • Diploma in Massage – Scottish School of Herbal Medicine – Glasgow June 1997
  • Reiki – Level 1 – East Lothian – October 2000
  • Reiki – Level 2 – East Lothian – August 2001
  • Indian Head Massage – Certificate – Jewel & Esk Valley College
    East Lothian – April 2002
  • Reiki – Master Level – East Lothian – May 2003
  • Hypnotherapy – Practitioner’s Certificate – Joe Leo Associates
    Newcastle -October 2003
  • EFT – Lionheart Training/AAMET – Hull – July 2004
  • EFT – Advanced/Level 3 – Lionheart Training/AAMET – Hull – May 2006
  • Thermo-Auricular Therapy – Professional Certificate
    Alda House School of Natural Therapies – Edinburgh – July 2006
  • Clinical Hypnosis – Lionheart Training – Birmingham – November 2006
  • Hypnosis for Childbirth – PG Certificate – Lionheart Training
    Birmingham – May 2007
  • Past Life Regression & Reincarnation Therapy – PG Certificate – Lionheart Training – Yorkshire – July 2007
  • Certificate in Facials, Skincare and Eye Care – Cotswold Academy – Gloucester – May 2009
  • Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector – BTEC Levels 3 & 4 -Stroud, Gloucestershire – August 2011
  • Reiki – Tibetan Master/Teacher Level – Sheffield – September 2015
  • Consensual Touch Training (Wheel of Consent) – Sea School of Embodiment – Dawlish, Devon – November 2017
  • Wheel of Consent – Like A Pro Training – School of Consent
    Manchester – November 2019
  • Wheel of Consent – Working with The Wheel in Groups – Online – October 2021
  • Tantric Massage Practitioner Training – Level 2 – Liberate – Ireland – 2023
  • 2 Year Professional Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP Acredited) – Persona Development and Training – Scotland – 2024

Other relevant trainings and workshops (not exhaustive) include

  • Colour Reflexology – Oracle School of Colour – Ongoing
  • Advanced Regression Techniques – Lionheart Training – September 2012
  • Navigate Your Nervous System (online) – Marielle Spronck – October 2020
  • Workshops on Natural Healing (including eyesight) – Meir Schneider
  • Holistic Hypnotherapy Workshop – John Howard
  • Touch for Health

“Powerful, transformative treatment – my treatment with Douglas was amazing. He creates a gentle, safe atmosphere in which to work. His natural warmth made me feel like I was wrapped in a warm blanket for the whole experience. With his guidance I discovered things that led me to significant healing.”

Jemima S., Somerset

“Douglas is a gifted, perceptive therapist. His treatments are perfect for restoring wellbeing.”

Lucy S., Gloucestershire

“I can’t speak highly enough of Douglas’ work with intuitive touch and sensitive space holding. He supports your body to release what needs to be let go of, and encourages unconditional acceptance of yourself, however you are. I feel that Douglas is a genuine ‘body whisperer’ who communicates through the soulful heart language of loving, holistic compassion in action. My deep bow of gratitude to this truly kind and special wise-man: who is really gracious, humble and naturally talented.”

Anna L., Linlithgow

“Douglas is a fantastic therapist. I was nervous going for my first ever massage. From the moment I saw Douglas, I was at ease. I can’t recommend him highly enough. Such a kind, thoughtful, caring and professional man.”

Gabrielle H., Scottish Borders

“I would highly highly recommend anyone to please visit Douglas. Not only was he very warm and welcoming, Douglas managed to help give me one of the most relaxing and also intuitive times for myself, body and mind. I can’t wait to go back for my next appointment. Thank you so much Douglas.”

Jade M., Edinburgh

“I’ve been going to Douglas for several years now and it is always a deeply nourishing experience. He naturally builds rapport and trust through his remarkable insight, sensitivity and care, so you feel completely supported to gain the most from the therapy. He is intuitive, warm and brings a wealth of expertise and experience to his work. I really can’t recommend him highly enough.”

Lucy C., Edinburgh

“A friendly & trustworthy soul who gives ‘THE’ best massage I have ever experienced. Today I had my first massage and was, of course, a bit unsure of what to expect. But, from the moment I met him it was clear he truly cared about my expectations and what I wanted to get out of my treatment. He spent a good 10 minutes finding out a bit about me before starting. I literally felt like I was being healed during the treatment. It was a truly extraordinary experience and one which I will definitely be repeating sooner rather than later.”

Anonymous via TripAdvisor

“A very gifted and experienced practitioner. He listened to what I needed and was intuitive with my living body. I’ve had massages before but not one that took massage to the level of art and beauty. Some might say this is a real luxury. Actually, l think it’s a necessity, and like to imagine how everyone might be allowing this kind of attention to our bodies more often, including me.”

Wendy F., Dunbar

“The most holistic, all encompassing, enabling massage I have ever had. Douglas is clearly an expert in this field. Go and experience something like no other!”

Emma W., Edinburgh

“Thank You, Dear Man. My Heart is ready to burst from the joy of witnessing the Divine Masculine in you. Your gift of touch is pure gold, never forget that wherever you go. It has truly transformed my perspective on life in the short while I’ve been blessed to know you – Thank You!”

Gayle MG., Argyll and Bute

“Great, somehow strange, experience to do this (massage workshop) with friends on a Sunday morning. What you learn you can bring home and will make a great impression. Douglas is an easy going professional. Trust the process 😊.”

Hans R., Netherlands