ABOUT
Claire holds an MA (Hons) in Politics and International Relations from the University of Aberdeen and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Counselling from The Open University. After gaining valuable corporate experience in the Oil and Gas industry, she rediscovered her passion for health and wellbeing—leading to the creation of CK Therapy.
In 2011, after the birth of her first son, Claire began her training to establish the physical therapy side of CK Therapy, studying with Scottish Massage Schools and qualifying in Swedish Massage, Sports & Remedial Massage, and On-Site Massage. She further expanded her skills with additional training in Pregnancy and Labour Massage. In 2014, Claire became a certified Pilates Instructor with the British School of Yoga and now offers both one-to-one and small group sessions.
Claire is a qualified Level 4 Counsellor with extensive experience providing talking therapies from her clinic in Fetternear, near Kemnay, as well as online. She recently enhanced her expertise by earning a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Counselling. Her work focuses on emotional wellbeing and mental health, offering clients a compassionate, client-centred approach. Additionally, she is a certified Stress Advisor and has been delivering individual and group stress advice clinics since 2015.
Claire splits her time between running physical therapy clinics at locations in Alford and Newmachar and her counselling practice, ensuring an integrated and balanced approach to supporting her clients’ overall health and wellbeing.
I am Claire Kelly, owner of CK Therapy.
I began my journey in health and wellbeing therapies in 2012, initially focusing on Massage Therapies and gradually expanding into other areas that would best benefit my clients and reflect my own passions.
Working in health and fitness, I believe it’s essential not only to practice what you preach but also to have a genuine personal interest in what you do. I stay active and, as a marathoner, have learned—sometimes the hard way—the importance of self-care to stay injury-free, both physically and mentally. This experience and knowledge are central to the care I offer at my clinic.
As a mother of three, I deeply understand the physical and emotional challenges of pregnancy and returning to fitness after childbirth. I’m passionate about supporting women not only with their physical health but also with their mental wellbeing during these pivotal times in their lives.
Mental health is a core part of my approach to wellbeing. I recognise how closely our emotional and physical health are linked, and I strive to provide holistic care that supports clients in both areas. I believe in creating a safe, compassionate space where clients feel heard and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
I also collaborate with other health professionals—yoga instructors, hypno-birth experts, maternity reflexologists, and more—who complement the services I provide. This network allows me to offer a fully client-centred and integrated approach, especially for pregnant women and those navigating life’s transitions.
I began running marathons just before I fell pregnant with my first son in 2010 and have continued ever since. This ongoing commitment to running keeps me motivated and connected to the importance of physical and mental wellbeing.
I firmly believe in self-care and doing things right. Through strength training, stretching, good nutrition, and proper hydration, we can all reach our goals—whether that’s running marathons, dancing, or simply enjoying life. Applying this philosophy in my own life and training has helped me return to sport relatively quickly after each of my sons was born. This is a big reason why I’m driven to help my clients in any way I can—because I know that with dedication and care, there’s no reason not to get back to doing what you love.