Meet the White Willow Acupuncture Team

Meet our practitioner, Nathan Keegan, whose path to becoming an acupuncturist was shaped by extensive experience in NHS and private care fields, particularly in Mental Health. Inspired by the transformative impact of acupuncture on conditions like depression and PTSD during a pivotal time in the USA, Nathan embarked on a dedicated journey back to healthcare through holistic means.

Nathan undertook rigorous three-year honours degree-level training at The Acupuncture Academy in Leamington Spa, delving deep into traditional Chinese medicine and functional healthcare. Since graduation, Nathan has further specialized in various therapeutic modalities to enrich his understanding and enhance treatment efficacy.

Choose Nathan Keegan for a compassionate approach rooted in clinical expertise and a commitment to holistic healing. Book your consultation today to experience personalized acupuncture treatments aimed at optimizing your health and well-being.

 Both practitioners are members of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC), a prestigious professional body that sets high standards for acupuncturists across the UK. Membership in the BAcC signifies their dedication to excellence in acupuncture, adherence to stringent ethical guidelines, and ongoing professional development. Nathan Keegan and Michelle Venter exemplify this commitment through their extensive training, clinical expertise, and active involvement in research and education within the field. Choosing acupuncturists who are BAcC members ensures patients receive treatments grounded in evidence-based practice, ethical standards, and a holistic approach to health and well-being.

Meet Michelle Venter, whose journey to becoming an acupuncturist was sparked by a profound personal experience. Formerly a dance teacher and examiner for various dance exam boards, Michelle's own health challenges abruptly altered her career trajectory. Struggling with chronic fatigue and persistent pain that conventional Western medicine couldn't alleviate, she turned to acupuncture. This holistic therapy not only transformed her health but also ignited her passion to help others facing similar challenges—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Michelle pursued a rigorous three-year full-time degree-level professional Licentiate qualification with Distinction at The Acupuncture Academy (TAA). Her dedication and expertise were further recognized when she was invited to join a research team at TAA, focusing on acupuncture's efficacy in treating students with mental health issues. The groundbreaking results of this research underscored Michelle's commitment to advancing acupuncture's role in healthcare.

In 2020, Michelle was invited to contribute her expertise to the British Acupuncture Council's education committee, where she helped shape standards in acupuncture education. Building on her achievements, she joined the clinical teaching team at TAA in 2021, where she mentors aspiring acupuncturists and shares her deep knowledge and passion for acupuncture.

Choose Michelle Venter for compassionate care grounded in extensive clinical experience, research excellence, and a genuine commitment to holistic healing. Book your consultation today to embark on a journey toward improved health and well-being with Michelle.