Andrew qualified in 1988 as a registered general nurse, through the Oldham School of Nursing. In 1990 he trained at the British College of Naturopathy and Osteopathy. In 1995 he qualified as a Naturopath and passed his final Osteopathic examinations and was awarded a licence to practice, finally getting his full diploma in 1997 after completing his thesis.

During 1997 Andrew worked for the Complementary Therapy Unit at Tameside Hospital. In 1997 he started working from the Markland Complementary Therapy Centre at Westhoughton, where he has built a successful business. In 2003 Andrew was asked to practice at the Natural Therapy Clinic in Atherton. In 2005 the two Clinics were amalgamated at the Westhoughton site. In 2000 it became Law to be on the General Register of Osteopaths, if you wanted to practice as an Osteopath, Andrew duly joined. More.

Stephen is a former fire officer having served in Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service for over 21 years. Stephen gained a Diploma in Clinical Aromatherapy, with credits and distinction and membership of the International Federation of Aromatherapists (MIFA) in 1997. Stephen has also served on the IFA Council.

Stephen has trained in Sports Injury techniques gaining an advanced certificate in 2000. He is a qualified Reiki Teaching Master in both Usui and Karuna Reiki.

Having attained his City and Guilds teaching qualification Stephen has taught both Aromatherapy and Body Massage at colleges of further education and also to private clients.

Stephen is also a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management, the Guild of Professional Practitioners and the Complementary Therapists Association. More.