In Shepton Mallet, Somerset, near Bristol & Bath.
Evidence-Informed Gut & Lymphatic Support in Somerset
Medically-informed colonic hydrotherapy and MLD to support digestion and lymphatic flow.
About me
About Me – Violet, Founder of Total Gut Health & Wellness
I believe in seeing the whole person, not just a collection of symptoms.
With over 16 years’ experience in healthcare, I combine my medical background with an integrative, root-cause approach to support digestive balance, lymphatic health and overall wellbeing.
My career began in 2009 within cardiac and oncology care before moving into maternity and neonatal services. I qualified as a Registered Midwife over a decade ago, and through this work I recognised how often healthcare focuses on managing immediate conditions rather than addressing underlying causes.
My own experience with autoimmune challenges and histamine intolerance deepened this understanding and led me to explore gut health more fully. Colonic hydrotherapy and nutritional support became an important part of that journey, shaping the direction of my practice.
I later trained in nutrition, herbal approaches and colon hydrotherapy with the National College of Colon Hydrotherapy. I am also trained in Manual Lymphatic Drainage (Level 3), using techniques based on the Vodder method, widely recognised for supporting lymphatic function and post-surgical recovery.
Today, at Total Gut Health & Wellness Centre in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, I offer personalised, evidence-informed care in a safe, compassionate and professional environment.
I am a Registered Midwife (NMC), ARCH Registered Colon Hydrotherapist, and CNHC and GNC Registered Practitioner, committed to maintaining high professional standards.
I also serve on the Education Committee for the Association of Registered Colon Hydrotherapists (ARCH), supporting professional standards and training within the field.
🌿 Who I Help
I commonly support people experiencing:
• Chronic constipation or sluggish bowels
• Bloating, abdominal discomfort and IBS-type symptoms
• Post-antibiotic gut imbalance
• Hormonal changes affecting digestion (peri-menopause, postnatal, cycle-related)
• Post-surgical swelling and fluid retention
• Stress-related digestive symptoms
• Low energy linked to digestive or lymphatic sluggishness
• Skin concerns connected to gut health
If You’re Feeling…
• Tired of managing symptoms without long-term answers
• Overwhelmed by conflicting gut health advice
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
🌿 How I can support you
Consultation & Personalised Health Planning
A comprehensive one-to-one consultation exploring symptoms, lifestyle, medical history and root drivers of imbalance. Ideal if you are unsure where to start or would like structured guidance.
Colonic Hydrotherapy
Gentle colonic hydrotherapy in Shepton Mallet, Somerset.
Supporting bowel regularity, bloating and microbiome balance through gentle, medically-informed treatment.
Trusted by clients from Bristol, Bath & Somerset
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Herbal enemas and Probiotic Implants
Vodder-based techniques to support lymphatic flow, post-surgical recovery and fluid retention.
Herbal enemas and Probiotic Implants
Herbal enemas and Probiotic Implants
Herbal enemas and Probiotic Implants
During colonic hydrotherapy, bespoke herbal infusions may be used where appropriate. These are selected based on your individual presentation and bowel motility, and may include gentle botanicals such as chamomile, peppermint leaf or dandelion root.
Where suitable, probiotic implants can be administered following treatment at an additional cost. This involves introducing beneficial bacteria directly into the colon to support microbiome balance — particularly following antibiotic use or where signs of gut dysbiosis are present.
All additional therapies are discussed in advance and tailored to your individual health history.
Testing & Nutritional Support
Herbal enemas and Probiotic Implants
Testing & Nutritional Support
- Microbiome and Parasitology Testing, Food Sensitivity Testing and Nutritional Advice: The optimum way to boost your good gut bacteria and diversify your gut microbiome.
- Hormone profile and Cortisol testing.
Contact me to discuss testing available - Registered with Genova Diagnostics, Medichecks and GutMap DX
