My own introduction to acupuncture
I know what it means to be in pain, unfortunately. Especially the days around my period were pure hell since my teenage years. Severe menstrual cramps made it impossible for me to function. I would curl up in bed, trying to stay as still as possible because even the slightest movement would trigger intense pain again, despite taking painkillers. When I tried to get up to eat something or watch a bit of TV, I often fainted from the pain. I had tried the pill, but the side effects, such as high blood pressure and excessive sweating, were so severe that it wasn’t a solution. Every month, the same story, for years... It left me completely frustrated. Because I always felt there had to be another, better solution to my pain, I started studying acupuncture after completing my degree in physiotherapy.
Thanks to Chinese Medicine, I learned to understand what was going wrong energetically in my body during my menstruation. I finally gained control over my pain. What a relief to be able to live normally again as a woman!
Since I have personally experienced the impact pain can have on your daily life and your mental-emotional well-being, it has become my great passion to help people who are ruled by their chronic pain. I know how important it is to regain breathing space, to live pain-free again. Because a life without pain is an absolute necessity to feel healthy and happy.
My approach and my philosophy.
I deeply believe in the power of acupuncture and fully stand behind its philosophy. But first and foremost, I am and remain someone who loves working hands-on. There’s nothing quite like the direct contact with my hands—whether during a relaxing massage or an energetic healing session. I enjoy feeling tension melt away and seeing someone become lighter, both literally and figuratively. That’s why I offer both relaxation massages and energetic bodywork, combined with acupuncture or not, tailored to what you need.
I find it very important in my work to be able to give the best of myself. That’s why I continue to specialize further in my field. In this, Master Jeffrey Yuen and Ann Cecil-Sterman (also a student of Jeffrey Yuen) are my greatest inspirations and role models. After completing my mentorship program with Ann in 2023, I expanded my expertise to include online treatments. With The Wisdom of Inner Healing, I help people with fibromyalgia or other chronic pain conditions through online sessions, fully based on the principles of Chinese Medicine. This approach offers deep energetic support without physical needles, using powerful techniques that bring balance and relief, no matter where you are. Want to learn more about my online sessions? Take a look at wisdomofinnerhealing.com.
MY OWN HEALTH JOURNEY
When I was a teenager, my period turned my life upside down. I had PMS, which made me emotionally unstable and angry with everyone around me, I had migraines during the first days of my period and I suffered a lot from prolonged excessive bleeding. All the medications that my doctors tried to prescribe for me gave me many side effects that even worsened my condition. My condition worsened and at the age of 16 I developed depression with panic attacks. At that time, when I was following the path of Western medicine, I felt like I was never really heard and that I was always rejected.
Finally I went to an acupuncturist, my situation changed and step by step I got my health back.
After being inspired by what I had been through all those years, I made a promise to myself that I would help as many people as possible, so that they would no longer have to suffer like I did, without hope or treatment options.
Helping other women with their health problems on both emotional and physical level is my great passion. Using the knowledge of Classical Chinese Medicine and working with harmonizing the meridians during Distance Energetic Healings makes me happy!
I love being able to help people every day and I put all my energy, passion and dedication into my work because it is a big part of who I really am. It is not just a job, it is my mission that defines my purpose in this life!
MY QUALIFICATIONS
2010- 2022
Because studying is my passion, I have attended many seminars in Belgium, London, Amersfoort, Zurich
1998
I successfully completed my acupuncture diploma and started acupuncture treatments in my practice
1992-1995
I have collaborated with the renowned Lieven Maesschalck.
1991
My physiotherapy diploma formed the basis for my journey.
1996
I started my own practice in Kessel
2010
I have completed a 4-year training as a fascia therapist. I love combining acupuncture treatments with fascia therapy.
2023
I did a great 6 month Mentorship program with Ann Cecil Stermann in Advanced Acupuncture. We deepened our knowledge and learned how to treat from a distance. The power of remote healing sessions is truly amazing!
My personal life
Since 2022 I live in sunny Crete. Together with my two golden retrievers, Fil and Kamiel, I enjoy the good weather, the peace and the beautiful nature. Our days are filled with long walks along the sea and through the mountains.
The authentic Greek food and relaxed lifestyle complete the picture. Here I have found the space to be in balance and help others achieve the same.