I have always been fascinated by looking inwards, by the sense that what happens inside us shapes how we show up in the world and the work we do.

I started exploring mindfulness as a teenager, but like many people I didn't understand it and couldn't make it work. In my early 20s, facing persistent and increasing anxiety, I began to learn in a more concerted way. Even so, learning from some of the most experienced people around, I seemed to spend most of my time feeling lost and stuck.

Looking back, that’s hardly surprising. No-one ever asked me what I wanted. Instead, they presented all sorts of deep and meaningful ideas about things that, interesting as they were, didn't have much to do with what I actually needed.

But I needed something, so I kept at it. Slowly I found something that worked for me. As I found my way with mindfulness, I found that I felt less overwhelmed by anxiety. At the same time, I began to discover my ability to see more clearly what was happening inside me and to feel more comfortable in my own skin.

These days I’m most interested in what really works for people who care deeply about what they do, especially when the pressure of responsibility leaves them stretched thin. I take an open-minded approach and love working with people to discover what genuinely works for them. I am fascinated by how we learn as individuals and what makes meaningful learning possible. Curiosity and compassion seem to be key ingredients. So is space. Space to learn, to play, to rest, and to grow.

My approach is that of a coach and a guide. I know the territory well, and I understand that meaningful work brings both purpose and pressure. In the end, if you really want to learn, you have to find your own way and be your own guide. I can support you as you do that.

It's not a problem if you find this sort of thing difficult. I love working with people who have tried things like mindfulness and meditation and for one reason or another found that it didn't work for them. We can figure it out together.

In terms of professional training, I trained to teach mindfulness at the Centre for Mindfulness, Research and Practice, Bangor University, and hold a Master’s degree in Teaching Mindfulness. I am registered with the British Association of Mindfulness-Based Approaches and follow the UK Good Practice Guidelines for Mindfulness Teachers. I also supervise mindfulness teachers through the Mindfulness Network. With a background in osteopathy and a Master’s degree in Pain Science, I have experience supporting people living with pain.

If you have any questions about mindfulness, mental fitness, or how this might support you in the work you care about most, please do get in touch. I would love to hear from you.