About Me
Louise Jagger
BA (Hons), MSc, CRM5, (Dip), MAR, CNHC Reg.
Having experienced the health and well-being benefits of reflexology personally over many years, I was inspired to study Clinical Reflexology at the highest level at The Contemporary Reflexology College. This is a well-established College founded by Allison Walker, a respected practitioner, teacher and influencer within the clinical Reflexology profession. My Level 5 Diploma in Practitioner Reflexology is allied to the Nursing and Medicine sector and awarded by Agored Cymru, who have been successfully awarding this qualification since 2012 under the government regulatory bodies of Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) and QiW (Qualifications Wales). This qualification is also on the European Qualification Framework and therefore recognised internationally. I am also qualified in the pioneering Ziggie Bergman method of Facial Reflexology, as taught at the London School of Reflexology.
Studying at Level 5 is the equivalent of a Foundation Degree or HND. I chose this intensive training and qualification as it included a significant amount of practical work and assessment alongside in-depth study. This provided me with an advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology and the reflexes on the feet, face, hands and ears as well as proficiency in the most effective techniques and aftercare.
I see my path to Reflexology as a natural evolution, having enjoyed a long and successful career in senior communications and fundraising roles, working for national and international charities. Most recently, I was a Director of Development at Aberystwyth University, where I also graduated with an MSc in International Politics as a mature student in 2014.
My motivation has always been to work with others to help improve people’s lives. I feel very privileged to now work as a Clinical Reflexologist and to use my knowledge and experience to support the health and well-being of my clients. I’m also proud to raise awareness of the benefits of Reflexology and to help support an increasing evidence base for its effectiveness.
Qualifications
I am qualified to the highest level in Practitioner Reflexology (CRM5), having studied with the widely respected Allison Walker, Principal of The Contemporary Reflexology College and a Fellow Member of The Association of Reflexologists (FMAR).
Insurance
I am fully insured through the Alan Boswell Group, a partner company of the Association of Reflexologists.
Professional Memberships
I am a registered member of The Association of Reflexologists. Membership is awarded to qualified, fully insured Reflexologists committed to a strict code of practice, high professional standards and the national and international development of the profession.
I am a registered practitioner with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), the UK regulator for complementary healthcare practitioners established with Government support.
The Department of Health advises those seeking complementary health treatments to use CNHC registered practitioners. Under General Medical Council (GMC) guidance, Doctors may refer patients to practitioners on Accredited Registers, such as Clinical Reflexology practitioners registered with CNHC. Clients with Private Health Care Insurance may also be able to claim costs for treatments provided by complementary therapists registered with the CNHC.
I'm a member of the College of Integrative Medicine and Health, established in 2010 by leading health professionals, scientists and complementary therapists.