Jo Sheppard
BA DO BSc (hons) Osteopathy
GOsC Registered Osteopath 6354
Having initially attained a degree in Fine Art at Leeds Metropolitan University, I decided to re train as an Osteopath following my own positive experience with osteopathic treatment for back pain. I graduated from the European School of Osteopathy, Maidstone in 2007 and have been a practicing Osteopath for over 17 years. During this time I have worked in Hythe, East Peckham, Chatham and now treat from my home practice in Bearsted full time. In addition to this I am currently a faculty member of the European School of Osteopathy, teaching Specific Adjustment Technique (SAT) and subtle palpation.
I treat adults and children with a range of conditions using a combination of structural and cranial techniques, tailoring each treatment to fit the patients body type and condition. I believe that we are products of our whole life experience. It is my approach to assess my patient’s presenting complaints from a holistic point of view, taking into account the condition of the body and mind at the time of the onset of pain.
My specialist interest is working with trauma and stress. This might be due to a physical or an emotional cause. My approach is empathetic and collaborative, working with the patient to explore patterns of tension and holding within the body and creating a safe space for change to occur.
Go to ‘How I Work’ section in the menu to find out more about the different treatment approaches I offer.
QUALIFICATIONS
Osteopathy (cranial & structural) BSc - 2007, ESO, UK
Fine Art BA - 2001, LMU
ScarWork Therapist (Sharon Wheeler) - 2022, Restore Therapy Training
Oncology Massage - 2021, Susan Findley
Psycho - Spiritual & Therapeutic Shamanism - 2021, Christa Mackinnon
Modern Medicine Woman Practitioner Training - 2021, Women Weaving Change
Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certification (60hrs+) - 2023, Embody Lab
Core Supervision - 2023, Centre for Supervision and Team Development London
Therapeutic Supervision - The Seven Eyed Model - 2024, Centre for Supervision and Team Development London
Group Supervision - 2024, Centre for Supervision and Team Development London
Trauma-Focused CBT, for all ages - 2024, The Association for Psychological Therapies
