Claire Mulholland, Reflexologist, MAR
International Institute of Reflexology Diploma
Qualified Chi Medics Practitioner
Additional training in Maternity Reflexology
07801 949053
I was browsing through a book shop in Derby over 23 years ago and picked up a book on Reflexology which I started to read, it looked interesting. I had heard of Reflexology before but didn’t know a lot about it as my mother who has suffered for years with arthritis was a member of an Arthritis Care group where she experienced it, really enjoyed it and it helped her.
I stood for a few minutes reading through the book and purchased it (not sure if I still have it and the authors name escapes me). After reading the book, I was so interested I wanted to learn more.
I searched for courses in my area and came across the International Institute of Reflexology, there was a course running in Nottingham, I contacted the tutor and reserved my place. I qualified in 2004 and have been providing treatments ever since.
Over the years I attended many Reflexology courses to enhance my training
but a couple of years ago things changed which opened a whole new insight to my reflexology knowledge.
The AOR East Midlands group, that I attend from time to time, were running a course titled ‘Energy and the Spine’ presented by Chi Medics and I enrolled on the course.
What a thoroughly enjoyable day I had learning the Chi Medics approach which is based upon Chinese Philosophy including aspects of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM).
Fortunately, the lady I was paired up with during the training day was, the most, passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable Chi Medics Practitioner, Amanda Johnson.
Thankfully, I kept in touch with Amanda and she constantly sang Chi Medics praises, her passion was so strong that it encouraged me to do the training. I am truly grateful to Amanda and forever in her debt as she kept Chi Medics alive in my mind.
I enrolled on the Chi Medics Practitioner training course in 2024 and can honestly say it was one of the best years of my life and to this day I still miss the training.
Every lesson was rich with knowledge, anecdotes and wisdom from Moss and Sharon’s years of experience.
Moss is someone I could listen to endlessly, thank goodness I still have him on some recordings! His zest for Chi Medics is infectious and his knowledge just blows my mind.
Sharon is a fabulous teacher and her explanations are very clear and concise, she is extremely helpful and is always available on the end of the phone.
This I found very reassuring throughout the whole practitioner training.
I qualified in June 2025 as a Chi Medics Practitioner, what a way to celebrate 21 years as a Reflexologist!
I use the techniques in my practice, my clients love the Chi Medics approach and are amazed at how powerful it is, one of my clients recently said
30th January 2026
“I absolutely love my Chi Medics treatments with Claire and always look forward to them.
My immune system has been fantastic with regular treatments and they have also hugely helped in post recovery where regular therapy wasn’t helping much”.
I can truly say that my passion for reflexology has been refreshed and revived having trained in Chi Medics.
I see many people suffering health issues due to their inability to switch off from work-place demands and in a world shaped by technology and pressure, it appears that stress and anxiety is having a detrimental impact on people’s lives.
I feel Chi-Reflexology is a perfectly suited to the times and I get such joy and satisfaction when my clients go out the door feeling much better than when they walked in, it is so rewarding.
Claire Mulholland, Reflexologist, MAR
International Institute of Reflexology Diploma
Qualified Chi Medics Practitioner
Additional training in Maternity Reflexology
07801 949053
I would encourage everyone to try Chi Medics. I’m so grateful I wandered into that bookshop all those years ago—and equally grateful that my path crossed with Moss and Sharon’s. It feels like my reflexology journey has come full circle, and yet in many ways, it’s only just beginning!
What’s next for me?
I’m delighted to share that I am now part of the Chi Medics Presenters team.
This new role gives me the opportunity to deliver Chi Medics training to qualified reflexologists and therapists, helping to expand awareness and understanding of this powerful approach.
One of the first offerings I’ll be presenting, along with my Qualified Chi Medics Colleague Mary Rush is a newly developed course by Sharon Windle.
A Gateway via the Feet: Chi Medics Essentials
The whole presenters team were invited to assess the proposed content and have an input. It is an exciting course with original content.
Chi Medics Essentials Course
Date: Sunday, September 20th, 2026 Time: 9am – 5pmVenue: Findern Village Hall, Castle Hill, Findern, Derby DE 65 6AL. Price: £165This is more than just a seminar it’s a chance to immerse yourself in a practical day backed up with just enough theory to enhance the experience.This training offers a clinically and energetically sound framework that respects physiology, supports regulation and creates changes that hold beyond the treatment room.
This training focuses on practical application, including Chi-Reflexology Clinical Reflexes and key Acu Points.
It provides an ideal introduction to Chi Medics and offers an accessible way for passionate practitioners to experience how effective, consistent and transformative this work can be.
I’m looking forward to sharing the
Chi Medics approach with other Reflexologists and therapists
Hope to meet you on the course!
Claire x
Thank you for sharing your blog Claire, its such a joy to see you stepping out with enthusiasm and confidence.
You are making a difference! both in your clinic and for the whole profession
Sharon and Moss
