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My name is Nabilah and I’m a mother of two children with 15 years of teaching drama and dance at school. My love of drama and involvement with young people has shown me the positive contribution and self-expression that has enabled to make a significant difference in one’s life. This has led me to continue my journey in becoming a Drama Therapist as I have seen young people in education with many anxieties, self-harming, depression and other mental health issues. I have gained a qualification in Psychotherapy and Drama Healing Therapy, so that I could help support young people and children using both my teaching experience and qualification in schools and other organisation sectors. I’m passionate to support those on a journey for any life issues that they face such as stress, anxiety, loss of bereavement and other mental health issues. I’m available part time to clients, schools, and organisations. For further information, please email me on info@nabilahdramatherapy.com BA Hons Theatre PGCE & QTLS Drama Healing Therapy Diploma Psychotherapy level 3, Diploma AHCP registered. Contact Details Email: info@nabilahdramatherapy.com LinkedIn Facebook Instagram

Aileen Valentine is a Reiki Master in Usui Reiki, a qualified hypnotherapist as well as a CBT and NLP practitioner. For more information on the services offered, feel free to check out Wise Choice Mental Healthon Facebook. Face to face sessions are available in Edinburgh, Scotland. You can find the details on the FB page.

Megan MacCarthy offers yoga therapy, teacher trainings, and bespoke retreats in her newly built home studio in West Cork. Her specialty is Somatic Yoga which is therapeutic movement to relieve persistent pain, empower emotional healing and balance the energy body. As a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), and E-RYT500, she offers accessible tools to get you through challenges, and teaches you to flow from your inner awareness with curiosity, acceptance and joy. She is also a Healing Touch Certified Practitioner (HTCP), and Ayurvedic Marma Therapist who enjoys weaving the subtle body into yoga therapy. Contact Details Website YouTube Facebook Instagram Insight Timer app Phone: +353 087 409 7765 Email: info@embodywithmm.com

My name is Claire Quick and I am a Qualified Nutritionist and Health & Wellness Coach. I started my journey in 2014 and have recently founded Practical Health (www.practical-health.co.uk). The main force behind my work is a deep desire to help people achieve their long-term health, wellness and nutrition goals. I offer a personalised approach, and guide individuals on their journey of becoming healthier in a simple and sustainable way. Website: www.practical-health.co.uk/ Instagram: @practicalhealthwithclaire Facebook: @PracticalHealthwithClaire

Declutter Consultant Hi, my name is Terri O’Callaghan and I inspire and motivate individuals to let go of clutter on all levels of their lives. I help them understand the various emotions associated with decluttering especially sentimentality, guilt and shame. This is to help them live happier, healthier and more relaxed lives. I’m very passionate about inspiring clients to truly see the power of decluttering and letting go, and that they CAN do this. Being able to empower others with the skills and knowledge to transform their homes and lives in an effective way, is at the core of everything I do. For me, identifying why clutter builds up in their lives, encourage those who struggle to make decisions around their clutter and allowing them to be in control in a non-judgemental manner, is key to my relationship with clients. I studied Human Resource Management at the University of Leicester and worked for many years in Human Resources. More recently I left this profession to set up my own consultancy and to follow my passion motivating and inspiring others in the power of decluttering and how it has a positive impact on all aspects of our lives and wellbeing. I studied decluttering and organising and am a graduate of the Declutter Academy. I work with clients on a one to one basis, either in-home of virtual via Zoom, across the UK and Ireland. Contact Details Email: terri@declutteredbyterri.com Phone: +353 86 396 1807 Website

Victoria Adams is a nutritional expert, food therapist, facial and body fitness coach and yoga teacher. She teaches beginners through to advanced, always coming from the mindset that the body can do amazing things when the mind learns how. She is author of “Recipes for Life,” contributing author of “Mastering the Commodities Markets”, and has worked with elite sportsmen and women including highly-decorated British Olympians. She worked for over 10 years in the finance industry and has helped countless clients address the symptoms of adrenal fatigue and physical and emotional burnout. Facebook: @yogifoodiefitty Instagram: @victoriaadams Twitter: @yogifoodiefitty Website: www.victoriaadams.co.uk Email: victoria.adams@me.com

Kate Maher is the founder and lead practitioner of Dúlra, an educational Social Enterprise based in Co. Kildare, Ireland. Dúlra’s programmes follow the Forest School ethos to provide rich, engaging sessions for all ages in wild outdoor settings. Dúlra’s vision is to create happier, healthier and more harmonious relationships between people, communities and Nature. For more information on Dúlra Forest School, or to book sessions, visit www.dulracilldara.ie More about Irish Forest School Association Instagram

Tanja & Sina Through their dedication, Sina and Tanja have become a trusted ally for women seeking to conceive, offering a holistic approach that honors both their emotional and physical well-being. Their commitment highlights the transformative influence of gentle guidance and self-discovery in the realm of fertility support. Tanja Schmid In her own struggle to conceive, Tanja wished she had known about the powerful aid of hypnotherapy sooner. Now, as a hypnotherapist herself, she's committed to helping other women achieve their dreams of motherhood more quickly and easily. Drawing on her expertise in hypnotherapy, Tanja assists clients in uncovering the root causes of their fertility issues, neutralizing them and boosting their fertility by fostering a positive mindset for conception. Beyond her practice, she advocates for broader awareness of hypnotherapy's role in fertility support, aiming to empower women with knowledge and tools for their journey. Sina Oefeli Like Tanja, Sina's cancer diagnosis paused her fertility journey, leaving her uncertain about her ability to conceive. However, her positive mindset and determination drove her to reject the status quo and explore hypnotherapy. Drawing from her personal journey and extensive expertise in hypnosis, she is committed to supporting women facing infertility challenges. Over time, her toolkit has expanded to include complementary therapies that complement her hypnotherapy practice. Contact Details Email: hello@keytofertility.com Facebook Instagram

Michael has been fascinated by the human body, movement and how our mental and emotional states manifest physically. After 20 years of indulging this fascination as a Pilates teacher - teaching movement to individuals and groups, and noticing that some clients presented states of being that seemed to need something other than coaching in more efficient movement, he is now a Certified Tantric Journey Educator and qualified as a Raynor Massage therapist. He hopes to continue to help people to have a better and more intimate relationship with their own physicality through a combination of his training. Contact Details Website

Lauren is the marketing outreach executive for Ridgefield Consulting, an Oxford-based accountancy firm that specialises in offering tailored services such as self-assessment tax returns, company tax returns, VAT returns, and R&D tax credits. Her ultimate goal is to empower and aid the holistic health sector and self-employed community in making informed decisions about their business, accounting, and tax obligations. Contact Details Website Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Email: info@ridgefieldconsulting.co.uk

Jen is a devoted wife, mother of three incredible daughters, and a fervent advocate for women's well-being. Residing in East Meath, Ireland, she holds qualifications as a Postpartum Doula, Massage Therapist, and registered Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach. In her leisure time, Jen can be found enjoying all the coffee, baking, getting out in nature, yoga, or reading a good book. Initially trained in nutrition with a focus on weight loss, Jen's journey evolved as she recognised the potential harm of prescribing diets. Seeking further education in Non-Diet Approaches to Health and Nutrition Counselling, she now empowers women to prioritise genuine health over societal standards. Inspired by her own experiences during pregnancy and postpartum, Jen founded Mindful Wellness as a sanctuary for mothers seeking support and understanding. Specialising in reproductive journey support, she guides women through body acceptance, non-diet health approaches, postpartum care, and new-born support. Committed to ongoing learning and providing the best possible care, Jen invites women to join her in embracing mindful eating practices, embracing body changes, and cultivating positive habits for a healthier, happier life. Contact Details Email: info@mindfulwellness.ie Website Instagram

I am a female coach, emotional wellbeing practitioner, trauma integration specialist and holistic womb healing enthusiast. In short - emotional healing and feminine creatrix coach. I help women to connect with their values and desires, correct boundaries and clear blocks that are preventing them from truly living most satisfying life. I work with integrative trauma models which translated into more human- friendly language means when I work with you, we look at what happened in your life that is currently creating biggest problems for you and what to do to remove the root cause of it. I use several techniques that work very well remediate the original trauma (wound) which could be either emotional or physical. Every session is completely different and created especially for you as I tap into my internal intuitive resources to draw upon energetic information that is connected to the problem that you are experiencing. I also enjoy running women groups and sessions on holistic and esoteric topics. I’m avid astrology lover (wink wink to my astrology friends), mother of my 10 months old and a creator of Radiant Womb Woman program. I moonshine as a blogger and YouTuber once in a while since I have so much to share. Contact Details Website Events Instagram YouTube

Physiology & Metabolic Optimisation More than 20 years of experience in the area of Weight Control and Prevention of Cardiometabolic Diseases; author of the books “Lose your belly without doing sit-ups” and “Perfect Legs”, speaker at international congresses, guest on several TV programs in Portugal, responsible for the Metabolic Optimisation area of several gyms and clinics in Lisbon and Stockholm (Portugal and Sweden). What is my working method? Using clinical exam interpretation tools (blood/ urine/ saliva), orthomolecular nutrition, naturopathy, and personalized exercise, I help people improve their health and body composition (fat mass vs. muscle mass) by better management of food, supplements, training, sleep, and stress levels. Contact Details Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram

Dr. Rukmini Jonnalagadda is a cell and molecular biologist, as well as a passionate yoga instructor. During her PhD studies, she delved into how cells store memories based on their growth environment. This sparked her fascination with understanding how habits and trauma are stored at the molecular level and within our bodies. Growing up in a family deeply rooted in traditional yoga practices, this concept was familiar to her and inspired her to become a yoga instructor herself. Today, she is dedicated to advocating for yoga as both a science and a philosophy, helping people navigate modern life with its many challenges. Contact Details Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

Corina Pall is a certified meditation teacher, inner-work coach, energy healing facilitator, and Tarot adviser dedicated to guiding individuals through their awakening journey. She specialises in empowering highly sensitive women to break free from self-imposed limitations and step into their true power. Through her holistic approach, Corina helps clients shift their focus inward, fostering deep self-awareness and transformation. With a commitment to inner work, she has supported over 500 women in expanding their spiritual growth, embracing authenticity, and cultivating emotional resilience. Her clients have reported reduced stress, lower cortisol levels, and enhanced self-regulation, particularly through heart-centred practices such as meditation and breathwork. Corina’s mission is to help others reconnect with their true selves, knowing that the greatest possibilities arise when we turn our attention inward. Contact Details Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

“Reignite your inner sparkle and get back your life” Alison Bladh is a registered nutritional therapist. Alison has worked in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years specialising in menopausal women’s health. She now runs her own online clinic helping women worldwide manage the negative symptoms of menopause. Her mission is to support her clients with bespoke changes to diet, health, and lifestyle so they can harness their hormones and get their confidence and sparkle back. She believes that all women, no matter what age, deserve to reclaim their health and feel great. Life is too short to suffer symptoms that hold you back! Every woman has the right to feel and look amazing in midlife. She supports time-poor, busy midlife women who are stressed, depressed, gained weight, and have lost their confidence amongst other things! When not at work she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, being in the kitchen and experimenting with new recipe ideas. She is also a keen scuba diver, golfer, hiker, beekeeper and enjoys being in the great outdoors. How to contact me Book your Discovery Call If you want help getting control of your blood sugar or with any other health concerns, please feel free to contact me for a complementary 20 min discovery call where I can explain how we can work together to get you back to optimal health. Or download my free eBook. Reset Your Body and Sparkle Today! Fed up with menopausal mood swings, low energy, high stress, and stubborn weight gain? Download my free recipe book with a seven-day delicious no-fuss meal plan. Website: www.alisonbladh.com Follow my growing tribe on: Twitter: @pinktearoom Facebook: @alisonbladhnutrition Instagram: @alisonbladh LinkedIn Pinterest FocusOn Health & Wellbeing Directory

HICAT tutor, Creative Arts Facilitator & Creative Therapist After successfully completing my degree in Sociology / Theatre studies & Performing arts, drama therapy became my passion. Using drama as a tool can offer self awareness, learning and growth in settings such as special educational schools, prisons and the disability sector. It provided me with many opportunities to witness how an individual can explore their unconscious and express their 'true self' in various scenarios through role play. Drama therapy offers escapism, can make a difference to emotions and feelings and provide a lasting impact on human behaviours. Enabling people to express themselves beyond who they are, in a safe and supportive environment was a privilege. Unfortunately, life, materialistic needs and finances became my priority. Fast forward twenty years, after spending many years in the education sector developing students and businesses, I entered the corporate world. Life could not be any further from where my heart was. The aftermath of Covid, isolated from family and friends, at the beginning of menopause and having crippling anxiety took their toll on my mental, emotional and physical being. My confidence, ambition, direction and passion for life had gone. Unsure of the person staring back at me, unable to describe my feelings, I longed for change... A few months later an email came through about the HICAT course. At the time, I had to make a choice between a business qualification or training where I could invest in me, for me. I plucked up the courage and chose the latter! Unsure If I had made the right decision added to my stress and anxiety. I questioned everything, doubted my ability, worried how it may impact my career, would I have time? when would I study? could I afford it? the list was endless but, I knew I had to try if anything was to change. When the course started, I immediately knew that I had made the right decision. I could express myself without the struggle to find the words, when I was too angry or confused the arts gave me a voice. I loved being creative; learning how emotions and feelings impact our body, and the self discovery of making the connection between a well-mind and well-being, all in my safe creative space. The feeling of getting back to my roots re-ignited my passion, provided fulfilment with purpose that helped me gain sight of myself once more. I was 'Connecting', 'Creating' and 'expressing' myself. My worrying reduced, I allowed my body to rest, and slowly the overwhelming anxiety started to calm. It was at this point 'Connect with Creativity' was founded. Research shows that 1 in 4 people experience mental health issues each year and that 792 million people are affected by mental health issues worldwide. At any given time, 1 in 6 working-age adults have symptoms associated with mental ill health. I realised I was one of these statistics, so I set out to make a difference. Everyone should have the opportunity to have space to rest, restore and re-align. The HICAT course is more than a practitioner course. It is a journey that can empower, heal and bring calm into your life. Creative expression can improve mental and emotional well-being, enhance physical activity and brings opportunity that enables you to 'be in the present moment'. When words are not enough....'Connect with creativity' and empower others to do the same... Contact Details Email: Lesley@connectwithcreativity.co.uk Website Facebook Instagram

Michael's story is one of remarkable transformation and resilience. Having maintained sobriety for sixteen years since his release from prison in 2001, he has dedicated himself to a journey of self-development, striving to overcome the wounds from his challenging childhood. Starting as a child from an underprivileged background with no formal qualifications, Michael defied the odds by establishing an award-winning business in London. This achievement not only reflects his personal growth but also showcases his determination to break free from the constraints of his past. Building on his successes, Michael went on to found the CIP Project in Devon, where he generously shares the transformative tools he discovered on his own journey. His emphasis on 100% accountability, giving back, and empowering individuals from all walks of life underscores his commitment to creating positive change in the lives of others. In addition to his impactful work with the CIP Project, Michael is a best-selling author, with "Young Offender" offering insights into his journey and lessons learned. As a TEDx speaker, he further extends his reach, inspiring audiences with his story of triumph over adversity. Michael's life is a testament to the power of personal growth, accountability, and the potential for positive change. His multifaceted contributions as an entrepreneur, founder, author, and speaker exemplify a dedication to not only improving his own life but also uplifting and transforming the lives of those around him. Contact Details Website The CIP Project's Instagram Michael Maisey's Instagram

Michael Brener is a certified Health and Life Coach specialising in mind-body modalities. With nearly a decade of experience in health coaching and life coaching, Michael helps clients integrate holistic approaches to well-being. Holding a Bachelor of Holistic Health Sciences from Quantum University (HI, USA), Michael is currently pursuing a Master’s and PhD in Natural and Holistic Medicine. Accredited by AADP, IPHM, and ICTA, Michael combines science-based methodologies with deep intuitive work to guide clients toward balance and transformation. Contact Details Website Facebook Instagram

Hi I’m Sarah, my mission is to help you bridge the gap to happiness, one emotion at a time. I’m an Insight Happiness Coach, Certified Emotion Code & Body Code Practitioner. If you’re ready to change your life, get rid of what’s holding you back and finally shed your emotional baggage, but you just don’t know how, that’s OK – we can work on that together. Get your emotions, body and life back into balance, once and for all. Heal your physical body, become healthier and happier. If you feel blocked in your life, relationships, even business and seem to keep living the same patterns over and over, you could have toxic energies keeping you from being your best self. I can clear the blocks, freeing you up to move forwards in a more positive way. Contact Details Website Instagram YouTube TikTok

I am a qualified holistic health and nutrition guide, with specialization in holistic pain management and child nutrition. I have been taught to look at the body as a whole rather than just looking at symptoms. I also trained in Life Coaching, this specific course gave me additional tools for listening and guiding my clients. My goal is to help and guide people towards restoring their optimum health through nutrition. Website: www.lecomptoirdestephanie.com

Samanta Marc is an integrative psychotherapist and nutrition coach specialising in eating psychology. She uses Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy (CBH) to help clients overcome emotional eating, eating disorders, and long-standing weight issues. Samanta works holistically to support deep, lasting change at both the emotional and behavioural level. To learn more or book a free initial consultation, please visit my website. Contact Details Website Facebook Instagram

Kim works to drive better services for self-employed practitioners after 20+yrs working in health and social care. After innovating in Telehealth and Telecare, she now leads a team that innovates for therapists and counsellors to ensure that they can thrive in a digital world. Contact Details: Website Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Our MISSION is to maintain high standards of training and practice. Our VALUES are honesty, transparency, professionalism and integrity. We have worked hard to become a respectable and professional training company. We have risen to the demands by the public who are seeking a simple and affordable way to becoming certified and accredited whilst upholding high standards. Our trainers are highly skilled and qualified and some have worked within the NHS, Education, Prisons, NGOs, Support Groups etc. With so many years solid experience in the field, we are supported and endorsed by reputable organisations who value our ethos. We are recognised by the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), the National Council for Psychotherapists (NCP) and the General Regulatory Council for Complementary Therapies (GRCCT). As an independent body, we can therefore accept appropriately qualified and verified EFT and Mindfulness Practitioners and Trainers, equally and fairly. We are formally committed to aligning our EFT training with NOS (National Occupational Standards*) and have a core curriculum and syllabus that lines up with those requirements. There are many online EFT courses out there today that promise you can be qualified to help the public with their mental health problems after a weekend of training. Unfortunately, those regulating bodies are not interested. All we can do is to offer quality, professional training to maintain the credibility and respect that EFT deserves and protect the public from harm. We also offer courses in Mindfulness and EFT in Education. If you are looking for a Practitioner or Trainer from this site, you can be assured that they have been thoroughly assessed, and have signed up to Professional Codes of Conduct and Ethics as well as Continuous Professional Development and Supervision. All mindfulness practitioners and teachers adhere to the UK Mindfulness based Good Practice Guidelines. *Occupational Standards (OS) are a requirement for any therapy to be accepted within mainstream medicine. OS statements describe what an individual needs to be able to do, know and understand in order to achieve best practice. These standards are widely accepted across a broad range of health care and complementary disciplines worldwide. Contact Details Website Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram