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New therapy Tattoos come with tales and memories
methods Every tattoo has a story to tell, says Dr Alison Brooks, and having removed nearly 100 at her Mirabel Clinic
in the Shalburne Suite at the Great Western Hospital, her therapy skills have developed well beyond her
for traumas medical training.
“People know exactly when they months depending on the size of the
Rapid, gentle and effective had their tattoo done; by the time tattoo and budget available.
AIT, TFT, TAT they come to me, many have car- Dr Brooks was a part-time GP
• Assaults and accidents ried them around with increasing whilst her children were growing up
distress for a long time,” said Dr
• Abusive relationships Brooks. “The memories associated and then decided to set up Mirabel
in 2007. “I first thought most work
• Bereavements & losses with tatoos represent a great deal would be removing hair and skin
• Chronic anger or distress of unhappiness. blemishes, but it’s been fascinating
“Some people cry after their first how the business is developing.
Experienced UKCP psychotherapist removal treatment, knowing that “The technology nowadays al-
Call Heather Redington they’ve started to change their life.” lows complete removal of most
on 01793 762939 With the aid of her £30,000 laser tattoos and I really love doing it,”
machine which breaks down tattoo said Dr Brooks, left. “I’ve met such
inks under the skin, over a course of interesting people and helping
treatments, Celtic symbols, names them move forward has been very
Do You Deserve of former lovers and designs in gratifying.”
For details of the Mirabel service
a Better Life? unusual places can be removed. see the advertisement below.
It can take between 6 and 12
Andrew Hill
Hypnotherapist, TV sports presenter to talk about managing diabetes
Counsellor & The Swindon group of Diabetes UK holds its annual general on Tuesday 2 February when former ITV
Life Coach
West Sports Presenter Jed Pitman will talk about his experience of managing his diabetes whilst working
6,750+ sessions ran in a high pressure media position.
Smoking, Habits & Compulsions, The annual meeting will launch a series of free talks with health providers (see page 8);
Fears & Phobias, Anxiety, Panic,
Depression, Tinnitus, IBS, Sleep, on Tuesday evenings: • 8 June: Graham Cooper from Diabetes UK South-
Eating difficulties, Weight, • 2 March: Oral Health and Diabetes. Dr Agnieszka west will talk about the work to tackle diabetes and
Motivation & Direction, Trauma, Oosthuizen from Ridgeway Health will talk about the the importance of local support groups.
Confidence, Relationships etc. link between good oral health and diabetes; The meetings start at 7.30pm at the Broadgreen
VISIT: www.ahassociates.org • 13 April: Susan Stewart will discuss how the Alex- Centre, Salisbury Street, Swindon and are open to
Call me in Confidence ander Technique can bring health benefits; anyone who has an interest in diabetes. For details
01793 873451 • 11 May: The Swindon Local Involvement Network. contact group secretary Matthew Spencer on 851229 or
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Jo Osorio will explain how LINks connect patients 07771 672685 or mail: [email protected]
Crisis centre offers pregnancy help
remove Swindon Pregnancy Crisis Centre has provided support to women and
their families when faced with an unplanned pregnancy or pregnancy
unwanted crisis for the last eight years.

tattoos

Hanif Robani of the Bombay Lounge handing over £350 from a curry charity night
to Deb Donohoe, with volunteers Rachel Hudd, left, and Pam Fletcher
LASER TATTOO REMOVAL (blue/black ink only) Pregnancy advisor Deb Donohoe, advisor. The empathy, compassion,
said, "the centre allows women to love and support she showed me
IPL TREATMENTS FOR SKIN AND HAIR explore their thoughts and feel- through the sessions brought me to
ings in a safe, caring, confidential a place where I felt at peace within
FACIAL FILLERS environment whatever their cir- and I could move forward with my
cumstances. Last year we saw 60 life. Without the support I would
WRINKLE RELAXING INJECTIONS clients - some were one-off meet- still be stuck in a very dark place.
ings for pregnancy testing and This is an outstanding service and
TREATMENTS TO REDUCE SWEATING crisis counseling, some were on a vital to women in Swindon and
counseling programme following surrounding areas."
Call Dr Alison Brooks for a free consultation at the abortion or miscarriage trauma, The centre relies on donations
Shalbourne Suite, Great Western Hospital, Swindon MIRABEL and some come for baby clothes and their most immediate need is
and free equipment." a new computer. For details, and to
01672 841029 www.mirabelclinic.com A client who needed a friendly ear help financially, call 617799.
said, "I had weekly sessions with an www.spcc-uk.org

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