Gul Ipek Yurttas graduated from the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM) with a specialisation in Naturopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture. During this comprehensive acupuncture training, Gul Ipek gained expertise in dry cupping, gua-sha, electro-acupuncture, moxibustion, and TCM Food Energetics. As part of the program, she completed 400 hours of clinical practice and authored a dissertation titled "Can Acupuncture Reduce the Incidence of Behavioral Disturbance in Autism?"
After graduation, Gul Ipek began a private practice and served as an assistant clinic supervisor at CNM's student clinics. Additionally, she joined the volunteer complementary therapy team at St. Joseph's Hospice, providing support to vulnerable patients and their families. Furthering their qualifications, Gul Ipek completed specialized training in Pregnancy Massage, Advanced Level-3 Sports Massage, and post-graduate courses including RCHM’s Dispensary & Pharmacognosy, Acupuncture for Fertility and IVF Support, Managing the Menopause with Acupuncture, Facial Cupping, Gua Sha, Microneedling & Skincare, Acupuncture for Common Conditions in Pregnancy, and Infection Prevention for Complementary Therapies and Sports Massage.
Currently, Gul Ipek practices in various clinics in London, offering a broad range of treatments focused on fertility, pregnancy, mental health, and overall well-being.
Despite her commitments, she prioritises continuous professional development, regularly seeking out opportunities to enhance her skills and knowledge in the field.