Cathy Chiplen Compassionate Therapies

26/02/2026

Today has been a particularly heavy day. Baroness Amos has shared her interim report from the national investigation into maternity and neonatal services. There have been many brave parents sharing their stories and thoughts in the news today, both locally and nationally. We understand that these reports are difficult to watch/read, and that the report itself contains worrying themes and acknowledgements - without yet making any recommendations.

We are here if you need to reach out, or chat to someone over the coming days and weeks ahead.

One thing that has stood out in the report, is that the voices of bereaved parents have not been hidden away. Their experiences and direct quotes help shape this important report. Hard hitting perhaps, but bring energy to the themes and concerns raised.

The investigation are still gathering evidence. If you would like to share your experiences about your losses, about the care leading up to them, or the bereavement care following them, or about the care you received during pregnancies before or after your losses, you can do so online by filling in a questionnaire.

matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence

There is also the opportunity to join an online panel for local families on the 3rd March.
Tuesday 3rd March at 10-11.30am
Tuesday 3rd March 17.30-19:00

Please complete the form if you'd like to attend.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=MIwnYaiRMUyMH-9N6Jc6HCWQ_-izI_lCvbJoJMz-Fa5UOUZBTlRUOFo5OTRVTFpQWFRGNFozQ1dJMS4u

If you'd like more information about the family evidence panel, I have an information pack i can share with you, so please message the page.

We know that sharing your experiences is tough - but they have the potential to change the care families receive in the future.

26/02/2026

Our next TLC course lands in Dying Matters Week!
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Join Anna and Christina for a compassionate day - learning the art of gentle dying…

A safe- heart centred, in person- day that shares ways to be alongside our friends & family members at the end of life while also looking after the hearts of those who care.

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Please get in touch if you’re interested but are not sure if this is right for you…
We can have a chat 💙

anna@nodac.co.uk

Paid for spaces- (see below)
Concession spaces

& limited full bursary spaces.

Book here:
https://bookwhen.com/nodac =ev-sh81i-20260510100000



Heartswell Therapies.

08/02/2026

07/02/2026

To book click this link & select your desired treatment. I look forward to seeing you soon 🌷https://calendly.com/cathy-chiplen/taster-holistic-therapy-treatments

06/02/2026

I've just received this wonderful review and feedback from one of my lovely clients this week - these are his own words and nothing says it better than hearing from someone who has personally benefitted from my therapies.

"Have visited Cathy on numerous occasions purely for relaxation and she always mentioned if I had a particular issue which I denied as I had no symptoms whatsoever.
However recently had this particular issue and after two weeks of discomfort I arranged an appointment, explained to Cathy my symptoms and she concentrated particularly on this region , by the end of the treatment and now the following day the improvement is insurmountable.
Was perhaps sceptical at first however I have certainly changed my views of the health benefits of reflexology and Cathy is extremely knowledgeable and very easy to communicate with and look forward to my next visit ."

All my reviews are shared on Google Reviews so you can read more there if you search for 'Cathy Chiplen Compassionate Therapies' and select 'Reviews'.

04/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day and our colleagues across the Trust have a number of events running to provide information and support
Pop along for a friendly chat!

02/02/2026

My next Reiki 1 workshop is Monday 23rd Feb 9.30am to 4.30pm £125 including lunch & Reiki Manual. Please see my website for more details at www.cathychiplen.com/reiki/

02/02/2026

Sharing for my wonderful & VERY talented friends at The Loom Shed 💗💗💗🧶🧶🧶

01/02/2026

Sharing for my lovely friends/colleagues 💗

Hello lovely locals 👋
We’ve got a bit of a wellbeing-filled weekend coming up at Willow Grace Women’s Wellbeing Hub in Wellington and thought I’d share in case helpful.
There’s something for pregnancy, postnatal recovery and general women’s wellbeing across Friday–Monday, all in small, supportive classes and appointments.
Happy to answer any questions or send booking links if useful 🤍

28/01/2026

Very much enjoying teaching Holy Fire Reiki Second Degree to two lovely ladies, we had our first day on Wednesday last week & now our 2nd day together today. I absolutely love meeting such wonderful people & sharing the beauty of Reiki with them 💗💗💗

27/01/2026

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✨ Practitioner Spotlight ✨

We’re honoured to introduce Cathy Chiplen, the most kind and beautiful soul, a Gentle Release Practitioner whose work is rooted in deep compassion, presence, and care.

Cathy specialises in supporting people in grief — including baby-loss, infertility, life transitions, and those approaching the end of life. Alongside Gentle Release Therapy, she brings together reflexology, Reiki, sound healing, and her ongoing MSc studies in Loss and Bereavement with the Irish Hospice Foundation.

What stands out so clearly in Cathy’s work is her gentle understanding that grief doesn’t need fixing. Instead, Gentle Release offers the body space to accept and accommodate what is being carried — often allowing people to rest more deeply than they expected, and to leave feeling calmer, lighter, and more supported.

Cathy describes Gentle Release as
“like settling into a warm, soft blanket and resting.”

She is also a trustee and holistic therapist with Towards Tomorrow Together, and a beautiful creative soul — crafting needle-felted Spirit Dolls that support personal reflection, remembrance, and meaning.

📍 Based in Taunton, Somerset, Cathy also works with people navigating some of life’s most tender moments, always with humility, kindness, and respect.

You can find Cathy here:
🌿 Website: cathychiplen.com
🌿 Instagram:
🌿 Facebook: Cathy Chiplen Therapies

We’re so grateful to have Cathy as part of the Gentle Release community 🤍