I started out in chiropractic by being a client and became a Clinic Assistant after seeing an advert at my local chiropractor’s clinic. I worked with him for five years until he moved his practice to another town and had to let me go. I really loved my work and didn’t want to look for a different type of job, I just wanted to stay in chiropractic! Luckily, County Chiropractic heard that I was available and took me on.

As a healthy and active boy born in South Africa, I had no idea that my first migraine, accompanied by the full array of ‘fun symptoms’ would go on to shape and change my life. I was seven years old at the time. I was very healthy and quite athletic – rugby, competitive surfer, swimmer, water polo, kitesurfing (Seaborne by name, seaborne by nature) & ice hockey but was taking medication daily, weekly and monthly. However, the migraines still occurred every 6-10 weeks with no apparent cause other than that they were probably ‘hereditary’ (my father was hospitalised 3-4 times annually owing to the severity of his symptoms). As luck would have it, while I was in my 3rd year at University, a close friend of mine in his 1st year at Chiropractic College suggested I become part of a final year student’s thesis on headaches and migraine.

I knew nothing about Chiropractic but after three neck adjustments over 2 weeks, I have been migraine-free except after two fairly serious head traumas in the years that have followed. I was 24 at the time. The experience was literally life-changing.

I’m not suggesting that Chiropractic ‘cured’ me.

That would be silly, like suggesting it’s the stitches that heal the cut or the plaster cast that heals the broken bone. You know they are only there to ensure that ENVIRONMENT is ideal for the body to do what it has been designed to do, what it strives to do… which is TO HEAL ITSELF. By restoring function to the dysfunctional joints in my neck, the Chiropractic Adjustment prevented the migraine gene I was born with expressing itself.

When I found a job application at County Chiropractic & Wellness Centre, I knew immediately this was the place where I wanted to use my knowledge and skills, but also continue to learn from an excellent team of people. Now that I’ve got that opportunity, my dream job has become a reality.

I gained my education and work experience in Croatia where I have attained the degree of Bachelor of Physiotherapy as well as high school degree of Beauty Therapy. I have expanded my work experience while working in a beauty salon, at the Clinical Hospital Centre and at the Health Centre, have even started a small business where I was providing Massage Therapy and Physiotherapy services to the general public.

I have been a certified massage therapist for the past twelve years. Living my purpose of helping people with a passion to aid them reach their optimum physical wellness.

In the U.S.A., where I lived for twenty five years, I received a broad and varied education in massage therapy which helps me fulfil my purpose for helping others. I endeavour to be the best I can be daily, with a goal of making a difference in someone’s life in a caring way, always in a professional manner.

A world traveller, who loves any form of dancing, fitness and whenever possible walking trails.

As an empathetic and open-minded Massage Therapist I am able to engage quickly with my clients, allowing them to relax in my presence.  With a Holistic Massage qualification and four years experience of working in wellness centres I am able to offer a calm, yet therapeutic, treatment.  My passion in helping people achieve a balance of physical and mental health is fueled by my own previous injuries, that are now maintained through regular check ups with our fantastic team of practitioners.

Developing my skills and knowledge as a Massage Therapist at County Chiropractic & Wellness Centre has created many leadership opportunities for me, including becoming a Director.  Myself and my partner, Alan, took over the business in September 2017 and have been working hard to create an exceptional health and wellness centre in Exeter.  Our aim is to provide various therapies under one roof yet come together as a team to deliver them.