Helen obtained her BSc Honours Degree in Acupuncture from the University of Lincoln , studying for 3 years under a team of highly respected and exceptional Chinese and European acupuncturists.

Helen's study included a comprehensive education and systematic training in the principles of Chinese medicine and practice of Chinese acupuncture, the management of the clinical conditions, as well as the Western medicine disciplines of anatomy, physiology, pathology and psychology.

As a full member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) Helen and is fully insured and is bound by their strict Codes of Safe Practice and Professional Conduct.

Since graduating Helen has worked and studied in Beijing and was awarded a certificate in the Clinical Practice of Acupuncture from the Training Centre of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences.

Helen has experience working in private and NHS healthcare systems and took part in a trial of acupuncture provision within a NHS GP practice in South Yorkshire between April and June 2007.