Annie Ross Hale

Hi, I’m Annie. I originally trained as a teacher, have diversified and come back to teaching at various points, mainly Special Educational Needs. Whilst living in London, France and China I have trained as a shiatsu practitioner and have an MA in Counselling Psychotherapy. Now caring for my father near Enniskeane. Skills to Exchange Creative teaching of reading, writing and maths. All ages (4 to adult) English as a Foreign Language Shiatsu Counselling Psychotherapy Mindfulness EFT Qualifications and experience B.Ed. degree, teaching cert – from Special Needs to Teacher Training MA – Counselling Psychotherapy MRSS – Shiatsu, secretary Shiatsu Society of Ireland Acupuncture – Shanghai, China TEFL cert, Cambridge. Experience in France, China and India Contact details  annehale@hotmail.com 086 4117377

Maria Safaei Ashtiani

Hello there. I am Maria I am an artist, living and working in Skibbereen at present. I inspire creative expression in multiple forms, assisting people to get in touch with their soul. Skills to Exchange tuition: conversational german and greek wiresculpting, painting, glasspainting caring energy healing Qualifications and experience I am entirely self-taught in the arts and have 15 years of experience I worked for CCCA a few years as a carer . Contact details mariasafaei@gmail.com 086-0633970

Bernadette Ruane

Hi, I’m Bernadette.  I’m a mother of three children age 7, 9 and 13 years. I moved to Clonakilty having lived overseas for almost 20 years. Skills to Exchange I can offer hand, neck and shoulder massages and massage for stress relief. I am also available for dog walking. Qualifications and experience Fully qualified as a massage therapist in the U.S.   Contact details bruane99@gmail.com 086 3437006

Mary Kay Ryan

Hi, I’m Mary Kay. I recently moved back to West Cork. I live in Timoleague and am anxious to become a member of the group Skills to Exchange Chinese medicine - acupuncture and/or herbs Qi gong instruction for individual health problems or to groups. Shamanic Healing Work Permaculture design advice Short term pet minding at my home Qualifications and experience Practicing and teaching Chinese medicine for 30 years in three countries. Written 3 textbooks in Chinese medicine. Served as Dean of Herbal Medicine and Clinical Supervisor in two schools. Started multiple free public health clinics. Worked with HIV impacted people, women victims of domestic abuse; returning combat veterans, PTSD sufferers. Taught Qi Gong for the last 15 years to individuals and groups. Certified in Permaculture Design by Bill Mollison instructors 15 years experience shamanic training and work   Contact details marykaythered@sbcglobal.net

Thomas Riedmuller

Hi, I’m Thomas. I'm a founding member of The Hollies Centre for Practical Sustainability near Enniskeane. I'm originally from Germany, a former conference interpreter (Spanish, French, German, English) and musician. Currently I work as a mediator, teacher and natural builder (cob). Skills to Exchange conflict facilitation and mediation harp lessons (if you have a harp) courses and talks on conflict resolution also for youth or community groups including schools Qualifications and experience Conflict Facilitation Certificate - Findhorn College Mediation Certificate - Mediators' Institute of Ireland Teaching Conflict Resolution and Group Facilitation at UCC and Kinsale College of Further Education since 2002 http://thehollies.ie Contact details 023 8847981 thomas_riedmuller@yahoo.ie

Iwan Davies

Hello, I’m Iwan. I have recently (two months ago) moved to the clonakilty area and I have an interest in holistic therapies/healing modalities. I also enjoy playing the violin together with other musicians when the opportunity arises. Skills to Exchange I hope to be able to offer massage sessions soon but I have to first sort out accomodation etc. I can also teach beginners level violin and also help another musician who maybe wants a violin part played or in the context of a band.  Qualifications and experience Grade eight in violin playing M.T.I qualification in holistic massage from the cardiff school of massage (2001) Contact details 0833829744 iwandavies2010@hotmail.co.uk

Renee Fouche

Hi, I'm Renée and I live in the Baltimore area and have lived in West Cork for 13 years. I practice Shiatsu mainly from home, but also do house calls for less mobile people. Skills to Exchange Shiatsu Therapy Facial rejuvenation (Shiatsu facelift!) Sotai therapy (postural corrective exercises) chair massage (ideal for office and community settings) Ornate picture frame restoration. Qualifications and experience I obtained a B.Soc.Sci degree in Psychology and Industrial Sociology at the University of Cape Town and also worked there as a picture framer and antique picture frame restorer. I qualified as a Shiatsu Practitioner at the Cork branch of the European Shiatsu School in 2007 and have since then done various post-graduate courses to enhance my practice. Contact details  reneefouche5@hotmail.com 028 20863 086 176 3476

Morag Mackay

Hi, my name is Morag and I live  in a recycled wooden house my husband and I built and in fact are still building! I am delighted to be able to join the Clonakilty Favour Exchange and feel strongly that this is an idea whose time has come! Skills to Exchange I can offer hourly sessions of the Metamorphic Technique. This is a gentle, non-invasive and relaxing session working on the spinal reflexes of the feet, hands and head that provides an environment in which transformation can occur, helping us to move beyond outdated and limiting patterns and to better realise our full potential. People are often drawn to the Technique in times of difficulty, career changes, moving house, divorce, bereavement or illness. Many find they cope better in these periods of transition. Some may wish to make deep inner changes without having to analyse the past, others find that in times of stress they are able to deal with situations more effectively; above all, people become more creative with their life. Qualifications and experience I have been a practitioner of the Metamorphic Technique for the last 25 years and a teacher of this work for 17 years. I have also trained in and taught a wide range of bodywork therapies for many years as well as facilitated various types of self development workshops. Contact details  moragmackay1@eircom.net

Linda Coyle

Hi, I'm Linda Coyle, and I provide speech, language and music therapy to children or adults who experience a range of needs, including communication difficulties, mental health problems, physical difficulties, and/or chronic pain. I am also passionate about playing the concert flute, and while originally classically trained, I play a range of styles including folk and jazz music. Skills to Exchange I am offering: Voice care sessions for professional voice users, such as teachers, public speakers, actors and/or singers. Voice therapy for people experiencing difficulties with their voice, for example hoarseness as a result of vocal nodules. Ante-natal music therapy sessions for pregnant women and their birth partners to enhance a positive pregnancy and childbirth through the use of music and the voice.  Qualifications and experience MA, Music Therapy, University of Limerick (2006) BSc, Speech & Language Therapy, Trinity College Dublin. Contact details  lcmjcoyle@gmail.com 023 8853924/ 087 2770752 http://www.speechtherapycork.ie

Beth McKenna

Hi, I am Beth: Qualified Massage Therapist. -/ Chair Massage/ Deep Tissue- Swedish. - / Hot Stone ( Hot Stone available at later date). - Skills offered  1 1/2h hr Massage Sessions available twice monthly. - Day/Time flexible. - Location My home. Qualifications and experience I Trained /Worked for Several Years in San Francisco. Trained in San Francisco School of Massage Contact info beth.hilarymckenna@gmail.com

Samira Branch

My name is Samira, I grew up in Rossmore, moved away for 15 years and have recently returned to Clonakilty to set up as an Acupuncturist. Skills to Exchange I would be delighted to offer Acupuncture sessions. I am also a qualified Person Centered Counsellor and could offer some sessions. I have also worked as a French to English Translator (written) and would be happy to help with anything like that. Qualifications and experience Advanced Diploma in Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China Level 4 Diploma in Person Centered Psychotherapy, PCCS Training, Old Trafford, UK Hons Degree French and Spanish Applied Languages, DCU, Dublin. Contact details  samirasbranch@hotmail.com 087 9024274

Toni McDermott

Hi, I’m Toni. I grew up in Germany, but have lived in West Cork since 1977.  Motto: It's amazing what can be accomplished if no-one is looking for credit! Skills to Trade I am a qualified counsellor registered, (per-accredited member) with IACP. Holistic integrative, working with supervision. Sessions are normally 1 hour per week for 12 weeks. 2 years Experience in multicultural counseling and working with ptsd, depression, low esteem issues, Stress reduction, and anxiety. Qualifications and experience Dip. Counselling Dip. child psychology trained weaver. (spinning wool) Contact details  086 8202378 mdermott@eircom.net

Sinead O'Neill

Hi I'm Sinead, I live in Clonakilty town. I offer a variety of services that support clients in enhancing their lives and awakening the spirit within. I am passionate about holistic healing, transformation & personal growth. My goal is to lead clients to wellness, this means feeling better physically, mentally, emotionally & spiritually. Taking a holistic approach to live a more balanced lifestyle. For more info www.sineadoneill Skills to Trade Wellness Coaching Holistic Healing Intuitive Readings Qualifications and experience Life Coach Yoga Teacher Holistic Therapist Contact details phone 087 7810550 email sineadoneill09@gmail.com

Glynnis Kingston

Hi I'm Glynis. I live in Clonakilty. Skills to Trade I can offer Reflexology and Bowen Technique treatments Qualifications and experience I am a fully qualified and experienced therapist in both therapies. Contact details glyniskingston@gmail.com

Brian Evans

Welcome, my name is Brian and I am an established Clinical Hypnotherapist working throughout County Cork, Ireland. I am a fully trained and qualified Hypnotherapy Practitioner. Skills to Trade Experienced Clinical Hypnotherapist offering sessions to help: Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Depression Lose weight in a natural and healthy way Stop smoking Increase or regain your confidence Overcome your Fear or Phobia (flying, spiders, dentists- needles, etc) Move on from Divorce, Separation and bereavement Manage & Relieve Pain (including IBS) Help with Alcohol, Drug and Gambling Addiction Solve emotional problems Improve sports performance Change a habit Prepare positively for exams, driving tests and presentations Bullying (School, Work and Domestic) Each session would take approximately an hour and a half =  6 favours Qualifications and experience Fully trained and qualified Hypnotherapy Practitioner http://www.quitwithbrian.ie/ http://www.brian-evans.org/ Contact details evans.brianr@googlemail.com 0862307244

Louise Pollock

Hi I'm Lou and I recently moved to Clonakilty after living and travelling overseas mainly in Australia for the last 9 years. I work as a part time Radiographer and Reiki Master/Teacher.  You can find me at my website here. During a Reiki session the practitioner accesses (channels) more of the same lifeforce  energy that is already in us and keeps us alive. This extra energy is directed to the person via the hands over the person's energy centers and endocrine glands. Reiki dissolves the stresses and frees the blockages held in our bodies on a physical, mental and emotional level. This brings back harmony and balance and boosts the immune system. It is a very relaxing experience. Qualifications and experience BSc(hons) degree in Radiography. 7 practitioner levels (degrees) completed in Reiki (includes Masters) - 10 years experience First Teacher level completed in 2011 to teach Reiki 1 & 2 Skills offered Reiki treatments - a session lasts for an hour Lifts to Cork - usually in pm or evening on different nights Helping hand and community projects Contact Info Email: lulupoll@hotmail.com 085 8236454 My reikitouch website

Marianne Adams

Hi, I'm Marianne, I am a Senior Art Therapist.  I work in all areas of art therapy but have specialised in helping children and adolescents. Art Therapy is a gentle and creative way to express and explore ourselves within the safety of a therapeutic relationship.  Images help us delve beneath the whirrings of our busy minds and access greater choice and potential Skills to offer Art Therapy Qualifications and Experience  I have over 15 years experience of Art Therapy and am registered with the Irish Association of Creative Art Therapists.  MA, PG Dip, IACAT registered Website arttherapywestcork.com Contact Details 087 0616662  Mariannetrourke@hotmail.com

Gillian Watt

Hello I'm Gillian.  I would like to exchange on Clon Favour. I am currently doing a fulltime masters programme at UCC in Contemporary Religions.  Skills to offer I can offer: writing (reports, articles, letters etc, editing , proofreading, typing but not super fast, ghost-writing), basic computer skills for the beginner, child minding, Spanish /english conversation exchange, poems on demand, lino prints and tuition of same.  I can also offer basic guitar tuition, meditation, cat sitting, astrology readings and herbal and nutritional advice. Qualifications and experience BA Social and Politcal Sciences. Massage MTI ITEC, Field Ecology Diploma, Art Therapy diploma. RELSA dip for teaching English. Experience as journalist (Examiner and Echo). Several years child care experience. Contact details 087 0991728

Lisa Brinkmann

Hi, my name is Lisa Brinkmann and I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist. I am also the mother of a wonderful 3 year old daughter. I grew up in Germany but returned to Ireland in late 2007 and since then enjoy living in the beautiful West Cork.  I offer Psychotherapy/counselling to anyone with any kind of emotional or psychological problem or concern, such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, post natal depression, relationship problems, etc. I am further specially trained and experienced in dealing with sex and gender related problems and concerns such as sexual traumatisation, sexual problems, gender identity issues, problems regarding sexual orientation, etc. Skills offered Within the Clon Favour exchange I offer 2 therapy slots. Therapy usually takes place once or biweekly and stretches over a longer period of time (mostly 6-12 months). I also offer supervision to other therapists, but I need to mention that I am not an accredited supervisor with any Irish professional body. My qualifications: Dr. Lisa Brinkmann, Dipl. Psych, Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist Member of the Psychological Society of ireland, the German Psychological Society and the German Society for sex research Contact Details mail@lisabrinkmann.com 087 2698681

Alice Glendinning

Hi I'm Alice.  I'm a registered homeopath. I also am also trained to level 2 in Reiki. I enjoy working in the garden growing organic vegetables and herbs and I keep chickens. In a past life I worked in IT. I still like to think that I am quite proficient with computers despite not having worked in the industry for a while. If you want to see more information about me and homeopathy visit www.aghomeopathy.com Skills to offer Homeopathic Consultation (4 available per month) Reiki Gardening Help with your computer Typing Qualifications and experience Licentiate of the Centre for Homeopathic Education Member of the Alliance of Registered Homeopaths Contact details aglendinning@care2.com 085 1439007