Susana Pires MBAcC
Having developed skills in a wide range of holistic therapies, including naturopathy to degree level, and elements of herbal medicine, osteopathy and massage, Susana was drawn to specialise in Acupuncture having seen how an evidence-based holistic approach to health and well-being can be used for a wide variety of problems and conditions in a natural way.
At the Leigham Practice Susana offers classic Chinese acupuncture treatments for a broad range of conditions. Her areas of expertise are fertility, gynecological disorders, and she has a keen interest in the treatment of people with chronic health problems and long term conditions.
Susana has undertaken further studies in ear acupuncture which she uses to help treat addictions such as smoking, food and alcohol and also to help with conditions such as depression, stress and stress-related conditions. She also works a the Gateway Clinic, a major UK center of acupuncture research and attends our practice on Wednesdays.
Lora MacFarlane BSc(Hons), MBAcC, LCSP
Having qualified in traditional Chinese medicine with honours, Lora MacFarlane is and an experienced member of the British Acupuncture Council who treats a wide variety of common conditions. In particular she treats chronic pain (including back pain, sciatica, headaches and migraine), digestive problems (including IBS and IBD), autoimmune conditions (including lupus and rheumatoid arthritis) and stress-related conditions (including depression and sleeping disorders).
One of Lora’s special interest in treating fertility and pregnancy support and spends her time at several practices, including the internationally recognised Zita West Clinic. She uses acupuncture to regulate cycles, enhance fertility and has valuable experience supporting couples through assisted reproductive IVF cycles as well as optimising preconception health naturally.
Post-graduate qualifications in oriental massage and reflexology allow Lora to incorporate a variety of techniques where these would help to enhance her treatments, providing a unique treatment. Lora attends the Leigham Practice on Saturdays.
Both Lora MacFarlane and Susana Pires are full members of the British Acupuncture Council
8 Leigham Hall Parade, Streatham High Road, London SW16 1DR
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