My name is Elaine Sturgess (Principal) and I am Australian. I graduated from ESO (European School of Osteopathy) in Kent in 1986, after a four year full- time course of study. I wrote my dissertation on the physiology of stress and how osteopathic treatment can help stress-related conditions. I have worked full time since then and I am also attending postgraduate courses to update my knowledge base. After travelling for 3 years through Asia and Europe, I returned to the UK. Settling down here I pursued my interest in complementary medicine and other related fields such as Therapeutic Massage (ITEC 1978), Alexander Technique, Applied Kinesiology, Yoga, Meditation and Tai Chi. I was privileged to work with Dr. Stoddard (world renowned osteopath) at his clinic for 3 years.