Barefoot Doctor

Stephen Russell, known as The Barefoot Doctor, was a British author, therapist, and teacher born in 1952 who dedicated his life to bringing ancient Taoist wisdom to modern urban life. A trained acupuncturist and healer influenced by teachers like R.D. Laing and Ram Dass, he authored 24 books including the seminal 'Handbook for the Urban Warrior' and founded an online school of Taoism. He pioneered the concept of 'Urban Shamanism' and helped millions of people through alternative therapies, workshops, and media appearances.