Changes Start with... THE SPARK "at the heart of the alternative west country"

Sunday

Second Sunday monthly, 10.30am-5.00pm. Chocolate for the Soul Retreat. An opportunity to experience the joy of your soul in magical surroundings. ‘Being’ and creating in nature. De-stress, laugh, receive a healing transmission, recharge and enjoy the awakening of your senses.

www.divineembrace.co.uk 0117 986 2675 healing@divineembrace.co.uk

Psych-K®

Are you experiencing what you want in your life?

Take control with Psych-K® and experience an incredible sense of freedom as you move effortlessly through blocks and your life begins working for you again.

Liz Artingstall, Advanced Psych-K® Facilitation & Psychotherapeutic Support. Call 01275 392241 for a free telephone consultation or visit www.psych-kbristol.co.uk

Lightning Process practitioners. • Pippa Adamson 0117 965 8459 www.newleaf-changes.co.uk • Hilary Allen 0117 953 3430 www.hilaryallen.org.uk • Clare Hudman 01453 750382 www.getbetter.me.uk • Ben Oakley 01275 848258 www.oakleycentre.co.uk • Davina Watson 07790 697814 davina@watsonclinic.co.uk

Living proof that it works!

Isabel James Lic.Ac, MBAcC, MRCHM

• Traditional Chinese Acupuncture • Chinese Herbal Medicine • Experienced children’s practitioner • Gentle effective treatment. Fully qualified practitioner with 10 years’ experience in successfully treating a wide range of conditions, both physical and mental/emotional.

Bishopston, Bristol. Tel: 0117 924 1188

Affordable Acupuncture for Hayfever

Acupuncture can be helpful for hayfever, allergies, headaches and much more. Treatments cost £30/£20.

Book today on 0117 370 1177 or visit www.theberkeleycentre.co.uk

Big Room Affordable Acupuncture

Experienced and qualified practitioners offering low-cost treatments from £15 in beautiful Bristol venue.

See www.bigroomacupuncture.co.uk for full details. Tel: 07547 012533

Stop Smoking

Would you like to stop smoking permanently?

Emma: 01458 442387 www.stopsmokingeft.co.uk

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Knowing someone you care about is using drugs and alcohol to cope can be devastating to loved ones. Concerned others often display psychological and physical stress symptoms such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, poor concentration, anger, teeth clenching, back pain, stomach cramps and many more. These symptoms often impact other family members and give rise to a general feeling of powerlessness for all concerned. If you or someone you know is in crises and affected by someone’s drug and alcohol misuse, whether it’s your partner, good friend, sibling, parent or child you are worried about, we can provide a range of support for you.

KWADS 0117 953 3870 info@kwads.org.uk www.kwads.org.uk

Addictions Counselling

Are you struggling with your own or another's drug or alcohol use? I am an addictions counsellor trained in various up-to-date evidence-based techniques. Steve Glover FdSc Addictions Counselling, accredited with FDAP.

For information about any aspect of my work, including costs, please call 0117 955 6736 or 0796 029 0943

Stiff neck? Rounded Shoulders? Backache? Are you stressed out, fed up with over-reacting or just feeling stuck? Would you like to learn how to get rid of muscular aches and pains and be calmer and more reasonable? How about sitting more comfortably at your desk or improving your performance in sport or leisure activities? If so the Alexander Technique may be just what you are looking for. Come and find out at a free introductory lesson. I offer individual/group classes in Southville and at Neal’s Yard Therapy Rooms in Clifton. I can also come to workplaces to run Introductory workshops/classes.

0117 966 4797 / 07791 785 850 veronica@right-thing.co.uk www.veronicapollard.co.uk

Reduce pain, improve posture and performance with this simple and practical method for self-improvement. Through increased awareness of how you think and move you can gain ease, poise & balance. Everyone can benefit. Medical research demonstrates that STAT-taught Alexander Technique dramatically reduces back pain with lasting, measurable benefits. STAT-registered teachers complete a full-time three-year training. See www.STAT.org.uk (Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique) for more information.

To find your local qualified teacher or make an enquiry: 0117 924 3628 or www.AlexanderTechniqueTeacherBristol .org.uk

Bristol Alexander Technique Training School Association - BATTSA

STAT registered

"Lessons in the Alexander Technique have long term benefits for patients with chronic back pain." Follow link from BATTSA website. Learn to help yourself and teach others. BATTSA offers a 3-year accredited teacher training course. 3rd year trainees give supervised lessons for £8.

Caroline Chalk, 01761 439904 caroline@battsa.co.uk www.battsa.co.uk

Activate You Alexander Technique

Jennifer Mackerras ITM. Helping students to banish discomfort and get back on track. Individual, group classes. Also courses at Folk House.

0117 966 3394 www.activateyou.com

Two-Day Animal Healing Course

In Somerset. September 18/19.

Tel: 01761 241650 www.janetnorth.com

McTimoney Manipulation and Bowen Therapy

Dianne Bradshaw treats all animals.

www.bowen-mctimoney4backs.co.uk 01453 751 565

Animals can benefit from healing as much as people and over recent years I’ve been increasingly drawn to work with them. I’m an experienced healer and reiki master living in Bristol and have worked successfully with many diverse wild and domesticated animals including rabbits, cats, dogs, hens, crows, ferrets and llamas. If you would like to find out how I can work with you and your animals, please get in touch for an informal chat. All work undertaken is done on a donation only basis.

Roo.kapadia@googlemail.com 07968 984522

Advice and Design and Build on extensions, loft conversions, alternative layouts, kitchens, bathrooms and more… I can talk through any project with you: the cost, the feasibility or the best solution; negotiating those unexpected extras; solving those unforeseen problems. ISS offers technical advice together with troubleshooting ongoing jobs. Also together with a selection of recommended builders, ISS oversees your design, construction and paperwork… and the builders get on with the job. • ISS gives you a personal manager and experienced designer • ISS enables the builders to concentrate on the job • ISS provides a clear chain of command for everybody.

ISS: 0117 914 3311 or 07785 933 993 E: henry@iss-bristol.co.uk www.iss-bristol.co.uk

The practice, formed in 1984, has specialised in community buildings, doctors’ surgeries, private houses, and many small-scale extensions and alterations. No job is considered too small and all designs are unique and specific to their client and situation. Special consideration is given to sunlight, view, ecological materials, context, inclusive access, to produce quality solutions that the users will cherish. Vic Love Architects Ltd operates a sliding-fee scale and offers a service to suit, from initial ideas to the full service including designs, drawings for regulations, building contract management and site inspections. Nearly all the commissions have come from referrals from satisfied clients, reflecting the close working relationship and service provided as well as the character, design and quality of the completed buildings. Vic Love Architects Ltd has completed over 1000 projects throughout Bristol and the immediate area. If you have any architectural projects in mind of whatever size, we welcome you to ring us or pop in to the shop for an informal chat.

“Vic Love Architects Ltd” 188 Bedminster Down Road, Bristol BS13 7AF Tel: 0117 963 3007 Fax: 0117 963 3007 e-mail: viclove@viclove.co.uk

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Feng Shui Architecture

Expert Feng Shui architects with 10 years’ experience.

www.fengshuiagency.com or Call 0800 458 7267

Inside Out. Eco-Decorators, Organic Gardeners

• Quality decorating with beautiful colours and affordable, non-toxic paints. • Garden maintenance and design - pruning, composting, strimming, fencing, hedge laying. Free estimates. Established 2000.

Tel: 0779 272 8012 / 01761 452495

With 15 years’ experience, Richard Sweet Floor Sanding can transform your old floorboards into a practical, attractive and durable floor using one of your home’s often hidden resources. Top quality environmentally-aware finishes used, also re-sanding of existing floors and small repairs. Competitive prices, free consultations, references available.

Call me on 0117 972 1219 or 0794 417 8572

Sierra EcoCarpentry

Plywood, MDF and chipboard-free carpentry. Only real wood used. Reclaimed when possible, FSC softwood or British hardwood otherwise. Cupboards, wardrobes, kitchens, benches, tables... Speciality small or awkward spaces (attics, understairs, corners, vans, boats...). Also garden furniture, sheds and summerhouses built. Natural finishes. Solid, beautiful and durable designs. Free quotes and very affordable rates. References available.

0777 238 8628

Let us bring something different to your extension, loft conversion, summerhouse, garage or eco-build. We are a small dynamic company who bring our long experience of hands-on skills in timber framing and carpentry, together with the latest computer design, to offer you a complete design & build package for traditional and contemporary timber frame buildings. Based in Bristol we also undertake projects more suited to an urban environment and are happy to work with your architect if you already have a design. Contact us for a free initial consultation and estimate.

Tel: 0117 924 3610 mobile: 0790 542 1413 or 0770 465 2861, e-mail: enquiries@timberframesolutions.co.uk www.timberframesolutions.co.uk

Love Decorating? We Do!

Specialising in non-toxic paints, Love Decorating is the complete, conscious, quality decorating and building service.

For friendly advice, call Dan. 0778 774 0100 www.lovedecorating.com

Female Ethical Decorator & Restorer

6 years’ experience of all types of decorating: • Painting; wallpapering; tiling; stripping woodwork, furniture and fireplaces; distressing, marbling, dragging on all surfaces • Restoration of plaster mouldings, wood, metal and stone • Gilding and restoration of mirror frames • Non-toxic materials used • References supplied.

Amanda Montoura BA(Hons) Fine Art, BSc(Hons) Conservation. 0117 939 4363 / 0790 758 4566 a.montoura@virginmedia.com

Home Maintenance Solutions

• Floors repaired, sanded and sealed. • Plastering • Wallpapering • Interior/exterior painting • Tiling • Carpentry • Garden decking, etc. Reclaimed timber/eco-friendly materials. Friendly experienced craftsman.

Pete: 01225 400137 or 0779 288 3584

Licensed to Drill

Will Brown and Steve Rose

Garden maintenance, landscaping, fencing, decking, paths, patios, ponds - floor sanding, internal and external decoration, environmentally friendly loft insulation, bathroom installation, hen houses and chicken runs, etc. Competitive rates, free quotes and good work - generally wonderful.

0117 971 7397 or 0776 324 0158 www.licensedtodrill.net

Aromatherapy, Holistic Massage & Hot Stone Therapy

Tracy Rees Dip.BSA MAAPA. Tailor-made treatments using an holistic approach.

Contact me on 0750 208 1594 tracy.reestherapies@live.co.uk

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Make Your Own Glass Beads!

Fire Works teaches glass beadmaking in our inspirational workspace providing one-to-one tutorials and group courses.

Visit www.fireworksjewellery.com or call 0778 387 9435

Experience the Transformative and Healing Power of Music. A creative process connecting with the mind, body and spirit. Music has the power to connect with your emotions in a way that transcends words. Access your subconscious through deep relaxation, guided visualisation and listening to music to facilitate exploration and self awareness. Images, feelings, body sensations and memories can be evoked to help gain insight for healing. It can give emotional and psychological support for people with difficult life experiences, stress, depression and anxiety. It can also offer a creative approach to personal growth. Jane_flute@hotmail.com

Contact: 0795 440 4992