March 16th, 2021

What should I look for in a Complementary Therapist?

What should I look for in a Complementary Therapist?
 
In sharing some of our top recommended Complementary Therapies this week, we have received some messages asking, “how do I know that this therapist is trained, qualified/certified, insured and accredited?”
 
We feel these are really important questions, so here are some of our top tips for making sure your Complimentary Therapist is right for you…
 

• Do Your Homework – If you’re looking to for an EFT practitioner, for example, research the training requirements, certification content, accreditations to look out for and organisations that they may be a part of to ensure they are reputable. You can also look at online testimonials and reviews for specific practitioners.
• Ask Questions – If you want to know whether they are insured, qualified or accredited by a specific organisation – ask them. You can also ask to see proof too. At HappiMe, our team carry a portfolio wherever they work, which includes relevant checks, certificates, qualifications and proof of insurance. We even share information on all accreditations to help make this minefield of information more digestible for clients. Not all therapists do this, but they should be able to answer these questions.
• Check the Important Stuff – Although we have mentioned these already, please check that they are DBS checked, insured, qualified/certified, where they trained/who by, and whether they have any up-to-date testimonials from clients… Finding out more about their experience is useful too – to ensure you’re happy with their expertise. All of this information will help ensure you make an informed decision.

 
You might also find this link helpful, as it’s provided by NHS England.

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