Heal Root
About Ashia Syedkhel
Holistic Healing Practitioner | Former NHS Professional
My Story
From the NHS to Holistic Healing
My journey into holistic healing began where you might least expect it — within the National Health Service. For years, I worked within the NHS, witnessing firsthand both the remarkable achievements of modern medicine and its limitations. I saw patients treated for symptoms while root causes went unaddressed. I watched people fall through the gaps of a system stretched too thin to see them as whole human beings.
It was this experience that planted the seed of change. I began to ask: what if we could treat the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — rather than just isolated symptoms? What if ancient healing wisdom could work alongside modern understanding to create truly transformative care?
Guiding Principles
My Philosophy
I believe that every person carries within them an innate capacity to heal. My role is not to fix you — it is to create the conditions in which your body, mind, and spirit can restore their natural balance. I draw from a rich tapestry of healing traditions: herbal medicine, energy healing, nutritional therapy, mind-body practices, and the accumulated wisdom of traditions spanning thousands of years.
What sets my approach apart is the bridge between these ancient traditions and the evidence-based rigour of my NHS training. I do not ask you to choose between conventional and complementary medicine — I help you find the approach that serves you best, often combining both.
Credentials
Qualifications & Training
A foundation of rigorous training underpins every aspect of my holistic practice.
- BSc (Hons) in Health Sciences
- Diploma in Herbal Medicine
- Reiki Master Practitioner (Usui tradition)
- Certified Nutritional Therapist
- Diploma in Mind-Body Medicine
- Former NHS healthcare professional
- Member of the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council
- Ongoing CPD in integrative and functional approaches
How I Work
My Approach
Every consultation begins with listening — truly listening. I want to understand not just your symptoms, but your life, your story, your relationships, your stresses, your joys. From this foundation of understanding, we build a healing plan together. You are an active participant in your own healing, not a passive recipient of treatment.
I work with adults of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you are dealing with chronic health concerns, emotional challenges, fatigue, stress, hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, or simply a desire to feel more vibrant and alive — there is a place for you here.
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
Whether you have questions or are ready to book your first consultation, I would love to hear from you. Every journey starts with a single step.
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