About Us

Honouring Ancient Wisdom. Empowering Modern Practice.

Total Therapy Training is the non-profit educational arm of the Total Therapy Association – the international body licensed by Yanagi Healing Arts and Clinics Japan®. Our training lineage stems directly from Yanagi Ryu in Tokyo, an unbroken tradition dating back to 1350 AD and with roots stretching back even further to 8th-century China. Recognised as a national cultural treasure in Japan, our heritage ensures that students gain authentic, historically informed techniques refined over centuries.

We’re more than a training provider — we’re a community of therapists and teachers passionate about delivering genuine healing arts. Students frequently say that even after years of experience or previous training, they gain new depth and practical mastery from our courses.

As a UK-registered charitable organisation, we’re not profit-driven. Instead, all course revenue supports research, scholarships, and community projects like the Liverpool Royal Hospital NHS staff stress relief trial.

Why Train With Us

Authentic Techniques
Learn directly from a protected Japanese lineage, enriched with modern clinical practices that are both safe and effective.

Expert Instructors
Our passionate teaching team brings international experience and offers continued mentorship long after your course is complete.

Unmatched Support
Enjoy lifetime access to our online student hub, along with direct contact with your tutors by email, phone, or message — even years after graduating.

Flexible Learning
Choose from comprehensive diploma programmes like TCM Acupuncture and Chinese Tuina, or explore short practical courses including Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, and Blood Letting with Plum Blossom Hammer.

Modern Meets Traditional
Gain a complete clinical toolkit that blends time-tested wisdom with contemporary therapeutic methods to enhance your practice.

Our team

Get to know the passionate instructors guiding your journey through traditional and modern healing arts.

Michelle Bebbington

External Head Examiner 

Philip Wheeler

Lecturer

Sarah Garratt

Lecturer

Michelle Bebbington

External Head Examiner 

Philip Wheeler

Lecturer

Sarah Garratt

Lecturer

Training Locations

Our main academy is in Macclesfield, Cheshire, just minutes from the train station and town centre. We also offer training in:

  • Cheltenham

  • London

  • West Midlands

The Macclesfield site is fully equipped with kitchen facilities, tech charging stations, and everything you need for hands-on learning.

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