Reverse Therapy Helps How You Respond to Stress - December 2008

An article on the impact of stress on Multiple Sclerosis, by Ian Cook in New Pathways, the Bi-monthly magazine from MSRC (Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre), Telephone: 01206 505444.

BBC Three Counties Radio - 2nd December 2008

Caroline was on Three Counties Radio on the 2nd December talking about stress, and her new e-book Taming the Stress Bunnies, available now from the Wise Steps shop.

Launch of new e-book - "Taming the Stress Bunnies"

"Taming the Stress Bunnies – for improved health", is a timely e-book addressing this modern-day curse. The combination of winter weather, the credit crunch, talk about the credit crunch and expecations and demands of 'the festive season' almost guarantee high personal stress levels. December to January is a time to really have your wits about you and with increased external pressures, there couldn’t be a better time to learn to Tame your Stress Bunnies! (more)

Pamper Evening at The Royal Latin School

Caroline provided 15 minutes taster sessions to 'Quieten the mind'
This relaxing Buckingham based charity event provided a range of therapies and stall for people to come and experience. Nine women chose to book sessions with Caroline and learnt two techniques for quietening the mind and increasing their capacity to stay 'grounded' when things get busy or stressful. Everyone left the stand feeling calmer!

Talk for Occupations Therapists at Isebrook Hospital, Wellingborough 29th July 2008

Caroline gave a talk to a group of Occupational Therapists about how Reverse Therapy works in the reversal of symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and the reduction of symptoms in autoimmune disease. She explained how she works mainly with two intelligences; a thinking intelligence and a body intuition or wisdom. Those attending the talk had a chance to experience working with each intelligence and many noticed a drop in energy as they started to imagine having the life of someone with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Participants then eperienced how listening to their natural body instincts raised their energy and lifted their moods. The physiology of the CFS symptoms were then explained and linked to the individual's response to emotional stimulation. Caroline also shared her ideas on the relationship between chronic stress and Multiple Sclerosis. This talk was kindly organised by Birgit Rathje-Vale and Jayne Wright of Independent Rehabilitation Services.

Wise Steps Summer Newsletter - July 2008

Since January there has been lots of seed sewing and foundation laying. I am now starting to see the fruits and want to share them with you and your friends and family... (more)

Article on Depression for IRS Rehab Bulletin - July 2008

"We are hearing more and more about depression on the news and how drugs are being given out too liberally. There are many types of depression and many cases where medication is a key element in the patient’s stabilising and being able to take steps towards recovery. Reverse Therapy offer a talking therapy that addresses the route cause. It can be done alongside medication..." (more)

College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section - NANOT July 2008 Newsletter

Birgit Rathje-Vale BSc (Hons) OT, AinstLM, of Independent Rehabilitation Services (IRS) came across an effective treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. IRS started working with Caroline Khambatta BSc (Hons), a Fully Licensed Reverse Therapist and Clinical Supervisor a couple of years ago. "Since working with Caroline we are able to put ‘client centred’ treatment approach into practice in a much stronger way that addresses the clients emotional needs in line with their physical, cognitive and overall functional needs" says Birgit... (more)

Blackdog HR Consultancy's Newsletter - July 2008

Reducing one of Five Stress Factors in the Workplace - an article by Caroline for Blackdog HR Consultancy's Newsletter. (read)

BBC Three Counties Radio, The Nine O'Clock Show - Tuesday 13th May at 10.15

Caroline was interviewed by Ronnie Barber about M.E./Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. She offers the top three tips from recovered ME sufferer Zoe.

ME Awareness Week - 11th-17th May

Reverse Therapy has achieved a remarkable success rate in treating the symptoms of M.E. and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Since its inception in 2002 it has treated over 1500 clients and has achieved an 81% success rate in eliminating or significantly reducing symptoms (according to audited results)... (more)

M.S. Therapy Centre Milton Keynes - April 2008

The aim of the meeting was to explore the relationship between M.S. Symptoms and Stress. Caroline explained "Stress occurs when there is internal conflict or unresolved issues. Stress is like a pressure that builds up and requires resolution. The Body sends us messages of emotions to encourage us to take action towards resolution while our Head is thinking there is no point because a solution is not possible. This inner conflict causes the Body to send stronger messages than emotions and ups the volume to symptoms".

After that Caroline showed a diagram to illustrate the interelationship between the normal stress response via the HPA axis (Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis) and the immune and auto-immune systems, when short term stresses become long term, unresolved issues. This is based on the neurological research carried out in the last 10 years showing a link between emotional distress and auto-immune disease.

Finally, everyone did an exercise to connect with their Body in a grounded and strong way, the first step towards discovering the Body's purpose for generating MS Symptoms. After 2 years working with MS clients Caroline is convinced that 'stress' has a direct correlation with relapses and invited those present to start noticing the links so that they can gain more influence and control over their symptoms. One participant said "That could be me you are describing", when Caroline introduced Ruth's case study.

The Barn in Whadden - 3rd April 2008

A short talk on 'Reducing Stress in the Work Place'

Caroline introduced the 5 fundamental stresses that lead to symptoms and illness. To prevent these taking hold she chose 2 activities for the group to consider. The first was to ensure that 'fun' was present in the work place. She invited everyone to consider something that "makes you smile" and bring something into the office that reminds you of it. One person decided to bring a picture of her husband, someone else suggested a photo of her grandchildren. Caroline explained that when we think of someone or something special that makes us smile, the muscle changes in our face release endorphins. She also pointed out that it's quite hard to remain uptight in your body while you are smiling. The second stressor is 'unresolved/unfinished business', and she explained the amount of energy that is wasted everytime you think about something that isn't finished. Finish it, bin it, or return it to the person who asked for it. Whatever you do, take a small step or a big step towards closure. This brings a quieter mind and increases personal energy.

Independent Rehabilitation Services - April 2008 Newsletter

"When something traumatic occurs in our lives our body goes onto 'red alert' with the sole purpose of getting us back to a place of safety and re-establishing balance in our lives. For 20% of people this does not occur because they end up suffering with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)." (more)

BBC Three Counties Radio, The Nine O'Clock Show - March 2008

Ronnie Barber interviewed Caroline and Lynn Hardwick (click for recording). Lynn describes an horrendous accident in which her car was hit, by a 40 ton lorry and dragged up the M1. Caroline explains how the Reverse Trauma Process helped Lynn put this event behind her and regain confidence to drive on the motorway again.

Reverse Therapy Annual Conference in Durham - January 2008

Caroline gave a talk to Reverse Therapy Practitioners from all over the world on the findings of working with Multiple Sclerosis. She shared three case studies which demonstrated key similarities between MS clients and the effective application of Reverse Therapy.

Kindred Spirit Magazine - November/December 2007

Zoe had been bedbound for 2 years, and recovered from the symptoms of M.E./C.F.S. with just 6 sessions of Reverse Therapy and a profound determination to rebuild her life.

"Reverse Therapy was developed by Dr John Eaton, a former psychologist and psychotherapist, in 2002. Reverse Therapy is essentially a Bodymind healing process. Bodymind contrasts with Headmind - the intellectual intelligence so many of us acquired in the Western system of education and upbringing. Headmind works on rules and concepts, thoughts, memories, and norms."... (more)

Milton Keynes Citizen - May 2007

A short piece on M.E. Awareness Week