I practice traditional acupuncture, tuina, and naturopathic medicine, and teach tai chi & Qi gong.

Naomi Brownson, LAc, has been studying and practicing acupuncture and Chinese medicine since 1998. She has a general practice, and specializes in supporting people with cancer, using acupuncture, diet, and lifestyle advice to support the patient's healthy organ functions while mitigating side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. She also teaches Qigong.

Grace is a passionate acupuncturist with a holistic approach to health. She combines up-to-date research in the field with traditional techniques to successfully help her clients with a wide range of ailments, including:
- Muscle & joint pains & strains
- Headaches & nerve pains
- Hormonal imbalance
- Women's health (including menstrual pain and irregularity)
- Fertility & pregnancy
- Arthritis pain
- Digestive upset
- Emotional imbalances

Karta also known as Ibolya E. Laar, completed The Master of Science in Acupuncture (MS-Ac) program at New York’s Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM), the biggest acupuncture college in the USA. In this program where East meets West, Karta studied the clinical practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in our modern world. She is well trained in the practical application of cupping, gua sha (a scraping technique), moxibustion (heat therapy), the use of electric stimulation (e-stim) and the Chinese body work Tui Na. In addition, Karta is a recent graduate of massage therapy from PCOM as well. Upon completion of this hands-on program she refined her sensitivity to the muscles and joints of the human body enhancing her therapeutic touch.
In her private acupuncture practice Karta teaches her patients pain management and successfully treats shoulder pain, back pain, knee pain, sprains or strains and post-surgery pain including joint replacements. She also treats any type of emotional disturbances such as, anxiety, nervous disorders or the inability to sleep. She promotes and supports fruitful fertility, alleviates painful menstruation, and eliminates PMS symptoms like irritability, anger, cramps, headaches or bloating. In addition she balances the digestive system by relieving constipation, acid reflux, bloating, nausea or gas, and has great results in the management and prevention of allergic reactions such as runny nose, burning eyes, itching, sneezing and/or skin rashes such eczema or acne. Her specialty is assessing and successfully implementing lasting lifestyle modifications that will suite your specific needs.
Last but not least, Karta through the practice of Kundalini Yoga for the past 15 years has been able to consolidate inner virtues such as patience, personal integrity, self-esteem, and compassion for the soul purpose of promoting a healthy happy life. The practice of this self-cultivating discipline is the distinguishing factor of her healing arts. After a good days work she enjoys long conversations with her daughter, who is currently a student in Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, about the mysticism of Chinese Medicine and spirituality.

Cathy’s journey in the healing arts began at the tender age of 9, exploring martial arts such as Wing Chun Kung Fu, Qigong, and Tai Chi. This early fascination with body mechanics and movement naturally led her into a career in holistic therapies.

Her Shiatsu journey began in 2014 at the Shiatsu College Hastings, where she graduated in 2017 as the youngest practitioner in her cohort. Cathy’s practice is rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and she continuously expands her knowledge to provide the best care for her clients.

In 2020, Cathy founded Nixon Acupuncture, Shiatsu & Qigong in Rugby, Warwickshire—a tranquil studio offering personalized treatments that combine ancient wisdom with modern techniques.

💡 Why Book with Cathy?

🌿 Shiatsu Therapy: Gentle yet effective, Shiatsu therapy helps restore balance and promotes overall wellbeing through focused touch and energy work.

🪷 Acupuncture: Newly certified in Clinical Acupuncture (2024), Cathy has advanced training in Battlefield Acupuncture and NADA protocols from Total Therapy. Her services include Electro-Acupuncture and Acupuncture with Moxibustion, offering treatments tailored to your unique needs.

🌟 Qigong Classes: Cathy is a certified Qigong instructor (Shibashi Set 1, 2019), offering weekly group classes at the Percival Guildhouse and private sessions to deepen your connection to this meditative movement practice.

💻 Booking Made Easy
Visit AcupunctureZenShiatsu.co.uk or email cathynixonshiatsu@gmail.com to book your session or ask questions. We offer weekday afternoon and weekend appointments in a calming environment designed for your wellbeing.

✨ Whether you’re seeking relaxation, pain relief, or a holistic health journey, Cathy’s personalized treatments are here to help you find balance and vitality. Step into 2025 with renewed energy—book your session today!