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Christo A. Scheepers, PhD, FCMA

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Registered Therapeutic Reflexologist AHPCSA: A11945 | Pr. No.: 0737453

Curriculum Vitae

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Christo Scheepers the Therapeutic Reflexologist

Christo Scheepers is a registered Therapeutic Reflexologist, and Fellow of the Complementary Medical Association (FCMA), specialising in neuroendocrine women's health reflexology. With over two decades of reflexology experience, he is in private practice in Tygervalley, Cape Town, and is also a senior lecturer in research methodology at a private higher education institute's faculty of commerce.  He graduated with the prestigious Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from the Da Vinci Institute in 2022 with research focusing on the South African Healthcare Industry, specifically Therapeutic Reflexology practice management.

His reflexology journey commenced with a Diploma in Reflexology (Cum Laude) from Aesthetic-Cosmetic in 2003 under Hans Gerspacher followed by working in the Netcare Greenacres Hospital in Port Elizabeth as Trauma Counsellor-Reflexologist.  It is within this setting working with women that experienced sexual trauma, that his interest in women's health, women's pelvic health, and women's reproductive health was sparked.  He graduated with the professional Diploma in Therapeutic Reflexology (Cum Laude) from IARAMT in 2018 under Inge Dougans with community service internship hours completed within private practice settings focusing on research in hypercholesterolaemia, and practical experience in women's health and fertility reflexology.  Based on this formal qualification, he was entered into the practitioners register of the statutory council, namely the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) as Therapeutic Reflexologist and obtained a practice number from the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF).  He continously upgrade his skills and completed a Diploma in Advanced Reflexology (Cum Laude) from COE in 2021, while offering therapeutic reflexology at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt and other institutions like De Beers.  In 2025 he became a Fellow of the Complementary Medical Association in the UK.

The road into complementary therapy originated from training and practice in the fields of psychology, trauma counselling, massage, reflexology and natural healthcare modalities eventually culminating in a Diploma in Natural Medicine (D.Nat.Med) from the South African College of Natural Medicine and the accompanying registration as Doctor of Natural Medicine (DNM) with the World Organization of Natural Medicine Practitioners (USA) in 2007, but since the registration did not serve any purpose in the South African context, it was never renewed the following year.  It was at this point that Christo Scheepers realised that his passion rests within the therapeutic domain rather than in the diagnostic professions and he chose to focus all his attention on his therapy of choice, and pursued a career in reflexology.  He incorporates all his interdisciplinary knowledge and skills to excel in his profession as Therapeutic Reflexologist.

 

The Christo Scheepers Therapeutic Reflexology Practice

The private practice of Christo Scheepers Therapeutic Reflexologist focuses on Therapeutic Reflexology for Active, Professional, and Modern Women by providing Complementary Support for Women’s Health & Wellbeing.  The practice uses a foot-centred therapeutic reflexology approach that applies evidence-based techniques within a systems framework.  This approach resonates with the interdisciplinary mindset of Christo Scheepers and supports the body’s self-regulatory mechanisms, promoting optimal functioning across circulatory, nervous, and endocrine systems. By integrating complementary methods with an understanding of functional health principles, Christo Scheepers provides a therapeutic pathway that complements conventional healthcare and enhances patient wellbeing.

Trusted by both clients and healthcare providers, his practice bridges traditional reflexology with modern integrative methods and technology, offering a unique, results-oriented experience tailored specifically for women.

Vision

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Empowering women with complementary therapy in the form of Therapeutic Reflexology

Mission

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Addressing the need for personal wellbeing through research, teaching, training, and therapy

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No, please call him Christo.  He does hold a valid PhD qualification with the accompanying official title of "Doctor", but that excludes using it in the practice because Therapeutic Reflexology is a therapeutic profession and not a diagnostig profession.  To avoid any confusion in the practice, just address him as Christo.

  • Diploma in Reflexology (Cum Laude) - Aesthetic+Cosmetic (2003)
  • Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Reflexologist (Cum Laude) - IARAMT (2018)
  • Diploma in Advanced Reflexology (Cum Laude) - COE (2021)

 

CPD Training:
  • Body Meridian Therapy - Michell Parker (2018)
  • Auricular Therapy - IARAMT (2018)
  • Medical (ICD10) Coding - TSARS (2018)
  • Reflexology Lymph Drainage - TSARS (2018)
  • Five Elements and Emotional Health - TSARS (2018)
  • COVID-19 for Healthcare Professionals - FPD (MPC) (2019)
  • The Respiratory System - IARAMT (2019)
  • Anatomy of the Foot - TSARS (2020)
  • The Vagus Nerve - TSARS (2020)
  • Plantar Fasciitis - Functional Reflexology Studies (2021)
  • COVID-19 in a modern not-for-profit health system - University of Johannesburg (2022)
  • Foot Mechanics - Clinical Solutions (2022)
  • Infection Control in the Health Environment - FPD (MPC) (2022)
  • X-tra Focus on Infertility - IARAMT (2023)
  • Foot Mobilisation - TNRA (2023)
  • Therapeutic Reflexology: Not just a foot massage - MedTalkz (2024)
  • Metatarsalgia: The tummy ache of the feet - MedTalkz (2024)
  • Mid-Trimester Anatomy - MedTalkz (2025
  • Venous and Lymphatic Disorders of the Lower Limb - MedTalkz (2025)
  • Reproductive Health - MedTalkz (2025)

Christo's interest in reflexology started at an early age while still in school and reading books on reflexology.  In the early 1990s no formal training was offered in reflexology and it was also not a recognised vocation, thus a career in this modality did not seem possible, but it remained an interest that he kept on reading more about.

Christo's journey with reflexology started in 2003 when he completed a 3-month reflexology course under Hans Gerspacher from Germany followed by various massage training courses (body-, holistic-, hot stone therapy-, Indian head-, Swedish massage) in the health and skincare (beauty) industry as well as various natural healthcare courses like the Diploma in Natural Medicine (DNatMed) from the South African College of Natural Medicine, resulting in formal registration as Doctor of Natural Medicine with the World Organization of Natural Medicine Practitioners in the USA in 2007 (but never renewed after that one year due to not providing any registration value in South Africa).  He incorporated these modalities in his endeavours in the natural healthcare industry, but the therapeutic rather than the diagnostic aspects interested him more while reflexology remained his modality of choice which he not only enjoyed doing but also seen wonderful results in offering the ultimate relaxation to people.

In 2015 Christo decided that he wanted to specialise in Therapeutic Reflexology and focus all his attention on this modality instead of being too diverse and involved in too many modalities.  This decision was made after experiencing first-hand the therapeutic benefit of therapeutic reflexology in overcoming an ongoing health condition.  He, therefore, completed the SAQA accredited 2-year Diploma in Therapeutic Reflexology with the IARAMT under Inge Dougans from Denmark to make this dream a reality.  In 2018 he opened a professional Therapeutic Reflexology practice where he specialises in his modality of choice, namely Therapeutic Reflexology.  His approach is foot-centred reflexology specifically for women's health, wellness and vitality, but he also offers the full range of therapeutic reflexology for the entire family, but always with foot reflexology as the core focus.

Christo was hospitalised in 2014 with a severely bloated abdomen accompanied by excruciating abdominal pain.  A few days in the hospital and extensive testing revealed that his small intestine twisted and caused an obstruction.  During the hospital stay, medication was administered intravenously and a few days later he left the hospital, but within a couple of weeks, he was all bloated again.  After another set of X-rays he was referred to a Surgeon and colonoscopy and gastroscopy were performed in-hospital, but it did not reveal anything specific, and the doctor diagnosed him with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and he was referred to a Dietician.

He worked with the Dietician, but a long, painful, and frustrating journey commenced where he could not eat many vegetables, fruits, and numerous other foods.  What frustrated him was the fact that he could eat an apple one day, but if he ate an apple the following day his abdomen would bloat and cause severe pain.  So it continued.  Stress worsened the condition.

One day he went to a Therapeutic Reflexologist and after therapy recommended a Candida diet.  He went online and found the diet and used it for 2 weeks during which period all sugar, including fruits, vegetables, and food that can turn into sugar in the body, was eliminated from the diet.  The results were phenomenal and the abdominal bloating disappeared and he started re-introducing food into his daily diet.  In 2015 he was totally healed and could eat normally again without any food causing abdominal bloating.

This experience made him realise how a Therapeutic Reflexologist can form a valuable part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team and add value in specific areas.  He decided that Therapeutic Reflexology is the modality of choice he would like to focus his attention on and assist patients accordingly.

Yes, as a professional Christo is regularly involved in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities to keep his Therapeutic Reflexology skills contemporary as per the AHPCSA rules and regulations for annual re-registration.  CPD activities do not only keep his skills up-to date, but also teaches him the latest techniques and new skills in Therapeutic Reflexology to offer patients only the best possible experience.

Christo is married and has two children, both girls.  They all love to receive Therapeutic Reflexology sessions and to do regular hiking, especially on Table Mountain.  Christo does not only believe in Therapeutic Reflexology as a profession, but he also regularly receives treatment himself.