About Me

About Me

I know how important it is to find the “right” therapist. Qualifications and training aside, it is undeniable that the connection between therapist and client is paramount to healing. So, here’s a bit more about me, my journey, as well as all that important professional info to give you a better insight into my practice…

Sian Cecil

Holistic & Wellness Therapist
BA Hons, Reiki Master Teacher, TFT-dx, Reflexology Dip, AOR

When I’m not immersed in nature, you’ll find me cooking or baking, reading or hanging out with family and friends. I’m definitely a “people person” – I adore connecting with old friends and meeting new people. That’s why I also love my role as therapist!

I’m Sian. Therapist, wife, and mother to two amazing daughters. Our family loves nature and the great outdoors – you’ll usually find us on a beach, up a mountain or under a waterfall!

My Journey to becoming a Therapist

New clients always ask me what led me to become a therapist and the honest answer is that I never actually intended to be a therapist! I was always very academic in school so after A levels I went off to study English Literature at University and afterwards was lucky enough to get a place on the prestigious Marks and Spencer graduate scheme. However, after working for several years as a Retail Manager, I realised that my values would never truly align with Big Business – I was always more interested in the people than the profits. So, I took a side-step into HR and Training which allowed me the chance to connect with, coach and nurture people – and I loved it!

Unfortunately, in my 20s my own health took a nose-dive. I sought help from my GP but, despite the various and ever-increasing medication, I only felt worse.

A few years later, an old friend recommended me to try complementary therapies. I must admit that I was initially quite sceptical – back then I had very little understanding of therapies! But I said I’d give it a shot as felt that I didn’t really have anything to lose. Little did I know the impact that decision would have…

In short, holistic therapies have changed my life! Not only nurturing me back to health, my journey also revealed to me my perfect career. Having experienced the powerful healing effects of therapies in my own life, I wanted to be able to help others achieve this too. And so, in 2006, Optimum health & wellbeing was born!

Since then, I have gained extensive experience working with a wide range of clients – from babies to the elderly, from clients seeking pampering and relaxation to those with acute and chronic health conditions. Over the years I have also worked with hundreds of pregnant clients and couples wishing to conceive and have now drawn on this knowledge and experience, offering a range of tailored fertility, conception and pregnancy support.

Since the launch of Optimum health & wellbeing, I have worked in complementary health clinics, provided a regular on-site therapy service for a major UK company, and established a successful home-based practice. In May 2022, I was delighted to join The Wellness Hub at Caerphilly Miners Centre for the Community, where I now carry out all of my treatments.

Today, my therapeutic approach is a beautiful medley of my therapy training, everything I learned from my own ill-health and road to healing, combined with my interest in and passion for natural wellness. Over the years I have explored a huge range of different healing modalities such as psychotherapy, body work, energy healing, naturopathy, nutrition, aromatherapy, homoeopathy, herbal medicine and crystal therapy. When working with clients, I draw on my therapy training and all of this knowledge and experience, all blended with my unique style of personal and life coaching.  My approach is warm, nurturing, and non-judgemental – I work from the heart and offer each and every client support and empathy in their healing journey.

My Qualifications, Professional Membership and Insurance

I have undergone intensive, high quality training in my field. Many of my qualifications are of the highest standard available in the UK (at the time of training) and include:

  • Reiki 1, Reiki 2, Reiki 3, and Reiki Master Teacher
  • Thought Field Therapy Practitioner (Diagnostic Level)
  • Level III Diploma in Reflexology
  • Post-graduate courses in:
    • Facial Reflexology
    • Zone Face Lift
    • Cranial Reflexology
    • Reflexology Lymph Drainage
    • Auricular Reflexology
    • Light Touch Reflexology
    • Visual Reflexology
    • Vertical Reflexology
    • Reflexology in Fertility and Conception
    • Reflexology in Pregnancy
    • Facial Cupping (soft silicone cupping)
    • Facial Gua Sha
  • Level 3 Certificate in Swedish Massage
  • Practitioner Certificate in Indian Head Massage
  • Breastfeeding Peer Supporter

I am committed to continuing professional development (CPD) and regularly add to my existing knowledge and qualifications through extra training, including post-graduate courses and therapy shares with other therapists.

I hold a criminal records clearance and both First Aid and Paediatric First Aid certificates, with training renewed regularly, as required.

My practice is fully insured, through the Alan Boswell Group. I am a member of the Association of Reflexologists (AOR) governing body and abide by its code of practice and ethics.

So, you can rest assured knowing that your health is safe in the hands of a responsible, professional therapist.