About me…

 

Experience, Training & Credentials

  • Individualized and Group work in prisons and townships in South Africa.

  • Trauma recovery work within crisis centres in South Africa.

  • Facilitating Trauma-Informed and Biology of Behaviour trainings within various schools, NAHT (National Association of Headteachers) conferences, NHS and private medical events around the UK.

  • Developing and delivering Behaviour Intervention Hubs for children at risk of permanent exclusion across the country.

  • Developing and delivering Wellbeing and Performance Training events for businesses across the UK.

  • Developing and delivering Constructive Communication training to various care companies and hospitality industries.

Training:

  • BA (Hons) Psychology | Stellenbosch University

  • Holistic Coach and MindBody Practitioner Diploma | MindBodyFood Institute

  • Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Training | Peter Levine

  • ICF-accredited Neuro ( Brain) Coaching Certification

  • Clinical Application of the Polyvagal Theory | Dr. Stephen Porges

  • Foundations of Polyvagal Informed Practice with the Polyvagal Institute | Deb Dana

  • Trauma & Attachment: Critical insights into the neurobiology of healing trauma and Attachment during times of stress | Dr Stephen Porges & Pat Ogden

  • Clinical Applications of Polyvagal Theory in Trauma Treatment: Integrating the Science of Safety, Trust, Self-Regulation and Attachment | Stephen Porges & Deb Dana

  • Certification in Sound Therapy and Sound Healing- Accredited | Prof. Krishna N. Sharma Ph.D

  • Safe & Sound Protocol Certification | Unyte iLs

  • Fascia Release Therapy | Jane Doyle

  • Breathwork Teacher Training Certification Course | Jessica Fleming

  • Natural Lift Facial Massage Accredited Diploma Course | Gateway Workshops

 
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My experience growing up in South Africa taught me a lot about how environmental and relational trauma affects the body. I experienced trauma personally through my relational experiences, and professionally through my work in prisons and with people experiencing gang-related violence.

A lot of approaches I tried both personally and professionally didn’t seem like a good fit until I discovered the body-oriented approach. When I became aware of how my life experiences influenced my thoughts and behaviour it all made sense and it was an incredibly liberating moment.

I am extensively trained in Psychology, Neurology and Somatic Experiencing. I also use sound and fascial massage as therapeutic tools that slow the heart rate down and help people navigate out of anxious, stressed and depressive states .

I work 1:1 with adolescents and adults, couples and families, and I do group sessions and provide workplace training in various settings. (see options in Services). My work is a fusion of mind and body techniques that improve mental and physical well-being and optimise performance. I provide training in this approach at conferences and events across the country.

With extensive experience in trauma-informed support, anxiety & stress management and performance coaching, I plan for the most inclusive outcomes for immediate and long-term goals in every setting.