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Lauren D'Silva teaches the ICGT Diploma in Crystal and Gem Therapy from her base in Mid-Wales. She also provides a range of short courses relating to healing and personal development.

Bespoke workshops can be designed around the needs of your group. Please contact Lauren for further details.

Lauren has over 20 years of qualified teaching experience. She is skilled at creating a harmonious atmosphere within groups and all courses are a carefully balanced mixture of theory and hands-on practical work. Above all Lauren believes that learning is more effective when it is fun!


ICGT Professional Diploma in Crystal and Gem Therapy
The Institute of Crystal and Gem Therapists, Principals Sue and Simon Lilly, is a well-established and highly regarded school of Crystal Therapy. Lauren D'Silva is a Teacher Member of the ICGT. The Diploma Course in Crystal and Gem Therapy will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to become a professional crystal therapist. In addition the course leads you through a process of self-development which is truly life changing.

In the first year you are guided through the core curriculum of the Association of Crystal Healing Organisations (ACHO). On satisfactory completion of all first year course components you will obtain an ICGT Certificate in Crystal and Gem Therapy allowing you to practise as a Crystal Healer and gain insurance.

Click here for an overview of the ICGT Certificate in Crystal and Gem Therapy (Year One)

In the second year more advanced techniques are taught and on successful completion of the second year the ICGT Diploma in Crystal and Gem Therapy is awarded allowing you to become a full member of ACHO.

Click here for an overview of the ICGT Diploma in Crystal and Gem Therapy (Year Two)
Year Two dates will be agreed with the group.

Please click on the links below if you wish to apply for the ICGT Diploma in Crystal and Gem Therapy:

ICGT Application Form
ICGT Booking Conditions
Pay as You Go Agreement
FAQs

'I’ve enjoyed every minute of the course, but the actual healing with the crystals would be my favourite. Lauren is fantastic, what a lovely welcome, and always there to support if needed, very understanding.'

'Very relaxed atmosphere, felt at ease and at home. Excellent teacher, everything explained clearly. Made some new friends, a wonderful group. Fuelled my quest for learning. I loved my time on the course and would recommend it to anyone with an interest on doing a course.'
Student feedback comments from ACHO Year One Evaluation Forms

'Thank you again Lauren for a really wonderful course, I am sure you have changed and influenced so many lives in your time as a teacher and it must be a wonderful feeling, to help people discover their real self, the one that you probably saw was there but they could just not see themselves.

You have taught me so much, I don't know where to begin, your course for me has not just been about the crystals and how to use them, for me it has been about trusting, believing, healing, thinking, understanding, thanking and loving myself and others, there is just so much more that I really can't put into words. I think I now know the true meaning of Holistic, you are a true Holistic teacher, you have looked after our minds, bodies and our spirits and we can now go on and use the skills learnt from you to be "Whole Healers" and treat our clients with compassion and professionalism using the skills you have taught us.'
Karen - Llangollen

Read more student evaluations here


ACHO Learner information:

Code of Conduct & Guidance to Practitioners
Equal Opportunities Policy
Harrassment and Bullying Prevention Policy
Grievance Procedure

Client Assessment Form
Self Assessment Form


‘…thank you so much for all the time, effort and hard work that you have put into the past two years. The weekends have been thoroughly enjoyable and inspirational. I will miss my time with you, and I thank the day that I decided to train with you.’
Selina - Leicester


Next Diploma Dates

Year One
Weekend One: 23rd & 24th May 2009
Weekend Two: 27th & 28th June 2009
Weekend Three: 25th & 26th July 2009
Weekend Four: 5th & 6th September 2009
Weekend Five: 3rd & 4th October 2009
Weekend Six: 7th & 8th November 2009
Cost: £600 each year paid in advance, or pay as you go £110 per weekend
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

Please note that the course & workshop groups are strictly limited in size.
Early booking is advised.
Payment welcomed by cash, cheque, or by credit/debit cards through Paypal.

All courses are held in Llandrindod Wells unless stated otherwise.

Short Courses From Touchstones Therapies

Advanced Psychic Protection
Led by Lauren D’Silva with Steve Deeks

This practical day gives access to a range of advanced protection techniques. Learn methods for energetic safety, whatever may come your way.
Sunday 19th April
Cost £60
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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This next one is my new baby!

A Wing and a Prayer
Free your mind, let your spirit soar!
Led by Lauren D’Silva

Explore the liberating energies of the bird kingdom.
This course is for those ready to take a personal journey for profound healing, insight and transformation.
Since ancient times birds have been recognised as a connection to the realms of Spirit and seen as messengers of the Divine. On this enlightening weekend you will begin to explore the personal healing potential of the bird kingdom. You’ll connect with your winged allies and receive guidance for deepening this connection as you journey through life.
Saturday and Sunday 9th & 10th May
Cost £120
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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Working with the Elements
Led by Lauren D’Silva with Steve Deeks

Explore the elemental energies of Air, Fire, Water and Earth through meditation, visualisation and ritual.
Sunday 14th June
Cost £60
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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Essences Top-Up Day
Led by Sue and Simon Lilly

Beyond gem essences! Gain a deeper understanding of essences and learn to make and use a wide range of essences therapeutically.
Saturday 18th July
Cost £60
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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Basic Healing Magic
Led by Lauren D’Silva with Steve Deeks

A practical hands-on weekend using sympathetic magic for healing. Ethics of spellwork. Learn to make and use healing poppets, knot magic, candle magic, draw sigils and work with the phases of the Moon.
Sunday 23rd August
Cost £60
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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Runes: Whispers of the Universe
Led by Simon & Sue Lilly

Exploring the language and energy of runes. Using Runes as a healing and self-development tool
Saturday 12th September
Cost £60
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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An Introduction to Crystal Healing
Find out how to choose and use crystals to bring balance and harmony into your life. You will learn how to pendulum dowse, ground yourself and to begin to sense energy. The day will also include a basic introduction to the Human Energy Field, or Aura, and the Chakras.
You will receive a gift of a pendulum and a set of chakra crystals.
Sunday 18th October
Cost £60
Contact Lauren for more details or to book a place on this course.

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'Wonderful! What a way to spend a Sunday- among beautiful crystals; good company and all in the most perfect setting. Lauren’s gentle, sensitive & empathic approach was perfect. I feel I have met the right tutor, at the right time.'
Pauline - Hay-on-Wye

'I entered the day a mild sceptic with a hangover, within 45 minutes I was blown away…one hell of an eye opener…thank you.'
Stuart - Llantrisant

 


‘Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.’ George Bernard Shaw