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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

Gabriella Ozi is the creator of “The Dance of Yoga’’ approach, a powerful integrated practice that has served the wellbeing and the healing of many people. Gabriella is also the facilitator/guide of Women’s Circles. Gabriella’s sensitive, compassionate nature and her ability to hold a nurturing and comforting space always make her clients feel loved and supported in the most perfect way. Her experience also includes Reiki, Angelic Reiki Healing, Sound Healing and several spiritual and metaphysical avenues in her own personal journey as well as working as a healer and yoga teacher/therapist. Websites: www.JoyfulYogaSanctuary.com www.TheDanceofYoga.co.uk www.TheDanceofTheUniverse.com

The UK Firewalking Academy is owned and run by Steve Consalvez and his company Success Formulae Ltd. Success Formulae is a business committed to personal growth, and to that endeavour, we have a team of people committed to your success in the firewalking world. All of our team are available to help with your events, and we actively encourage networking and team collaboration for your success. Many of our team, have more than 10 years experience in personal development, coaching, NLP, or firewalking. Phone: 01733 849999 Email: info@firewalk.co.uk Website: www.firewalk.co.uk

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

Vicky Sarah, AMAHDip, is a Yorkshire based soul-centred practitioner specialising in remote pet reiki, animal communication and astrology. She developed the LOVE Methodology™ to help facilitate positive changes for animals and their family across the world. Find out Website Facebook Instagram

I was certified in Rapid Transformational Therapy back in December 2020. I am working with clients and help them to successfully deal with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem by finding out the root cause of the negative beliefs they acquired in the past. I also help them to code in and wire in new, empowering beliefs that help them move on with new energy and enthusiasm and cope with any challenges they might encounter with unwavering self-belief and phenomenal confidence. It’s my goal to help people get in touch with their authentic self and live their life from a place of feeling enough and whole! Contact Details Website Email: info@antoanetadimova.bg

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

I’m a Shamanic Practitioner based in Exeter, but it wasn’t always like this. Over the last few years I’ve moved out of and away from my Christian faith to find a profoundly glorious home in Shamanism. I love the relatedness to our physical environment and all living creatures which this way of life embodies, while finding it to be immensely stimulating and challenging, especially when so much of our natural world is under greater threat than ever before. I was at my best when living at and working from the margins of the Church, where things were far less clear-cut and where a mystical approach to the Divine was perfectly ok. In this context my practise of the ministry of healing took root, to grow, deepen and broaden in the following years. Yet, as I’ve moved away from Christianity so my understanding of illness, suffering and healing has continued to expand and informs my healing work in Shamanism. Now, looking back, I can see a golden thread (for healing) that runs through all the work I’ve undertaken in the Church and which continues still. I find this wondrous and it’s a source of joy and gratitude in me. I’m a Bereavement Counsellor and a Life Coach too: one enriches the other. I’m based in Exeter, and work with Clients face-to-face, over the ‘phone and via Skype/FaceTime. Website: www.susanhollinscounsellwww.ing.co.uk Email: susan@susanhollins.co Tel: 07918 671476

I teach functional yoga flow, Animal Flow and Menopause Fitness. In my classes you will build strength, balance, flexibility in a way that works for your body. My background is in injury rehab as well as NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) Personal Training. In my yoga classes, there will be focus on your body’s alignment as well as making your practice suit your body’s needs (not the other way round!). We will also look at ways to calm your frantic mind. I'm a 200-hour Yoga Teacher (Independent Yoga Network), NASM Personal Trainer and Animal Flow Instructor. I also work with menopausal women to build on the strength and stamina necessary to get them through this challenging phase of life. My yoga teaching style is functional flow yoga, traditional hatha yoga but working with each individual to help them get the most functional use from their yoga practice. For me, building strength is an essential component of yoga, particularly from midlife onwards. I'm an NHS Rehabilitation Practitioner and Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Instructor, both of which influence and complement my yoga practice. I have worked for the NHS for 9 years, both as a health and lifestyle coach, cardiac rehabilitation instructor and Technical Instructor - rehabilitating patients from musculoskeletal injury and specializing in back pain rehab. Contact: Web: www.yogaandmaria.co.uk Instagram: @yogaandmariafitness Facebook: @yogaandmaria Facebook: @animalflowessex

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

Massage Therapist Please check our website www.mjkry.com for more information, regular prices and other available massages. Like and follow our Facebook page @mjkrymassages if you wish to keep up to date with our monthly discounts. MJ Kry Aspects Leisure Centre Newnham Avenue MK41 9LW,Bedford Tel. 07851 167 53 45

I was born and grew up in South Africa and left to travel in 2000 going from Israel, Ireland, Scotland and finally settling in England. Since a child I have always felt called to natural and holistic healing. Although life took me on a varied corporate career path, when I was struggling with some minor health issues and struggled to lose weight, I decided to study nutrition. This led me to learn more about energy healing such as Reiki and working crystals and meditation. I no longer need the prescription medication and have lost a significant amount of weight through a combination of nutrition, exercise, and mindset. Through this knowledge and experience I have gained; I have been able to help others on the path to health and wellbeing. Links: linktr.ee/CharmaineThornton

Lives near Hitchin, Hertfordshire Qualified Hatha Yoga Teacher - graduated August 2023 with Akasha Yoga Academy 200-hour teacher training course Yoga Alliance International certified Teaches yoga 1:1, group classes in person and via Zoom Contact Details Website: www.sarah.antoni.com Email: Sarah_5200@hotmail.com

I am an advanced clinical practitioner (ACP) currently working in physical health, I clinically assess, diagnose and treat patients presenting with acute and long term conditions. I am also a qualified mental health nurse, with experience across acute, urgent and emergency mental health services in the NHS, as well as first line assessments and consulting for the private sector. I am trained in solution focussed therapy, clinical hypnosis, EMDR, mindfulness teaching, positive psychology coaching, meditation and more therapeutic techniques. My goal is to support people in being the best version of themselves by providing whole health holistic solutions. Contact Details LinkedIn

My name is Danny McCallion, I am a therapist operating my own clinic in Ballymena, Northern Ireland called Trilogy Alignment. My treatment focuses on spinal manipulation using chiropractic, osteopathic and sports massage techniques. Contact Details Website Facebook

Natasha knows first-hand how trauma, overwhelm, feeling trapped, grief and breakdown can knock us off our balance, leaving us feeling unable to make life work for us. She operates a niche helping women to develop mental resilience in order to bounce back from negative experiences. Natasha has her own business where she works one-to-one with clients online/remotely, helping them to become the best version of themselves. Within the space of seven years, Natasha had a difficult pregnancy which resulted in the loss of her firstborn child. Seven months later there was a fire at her home. The month after the fire she suffered a miscarriage on Christmas Day which led to her having emergency surgery the following month. While dealing with grief and trauma, Natasha realised that an organisation which she spent her entire life associated with was far from what she thought it was. In addition to suffering the loss of her children, parts of her identity were beginning to crumble. After struggling with it all for years and feeling trapped, she suffered a breakdown and had to rebuild, reinforce and transform her life. Natasha went on a mission to learn as much as possible about how to build emotional and mental resilience. She applied much of what was learned to her own situation in order to make sense of how she became that broken. Natasha become empowered and resilient, realising that it does not matter who we were yesterday but who we are today. Whatever is happening in your life right now you have the power to take action. Get a FREE copy of the 7 Proven Ways to Turn In-action into ACTION. This thirty-one-page book shares the reasons why we procrastinate and gives steps and useful tips to become more powerful at taking action. As a mother of two small children, Natasha at times feels that are not enough hours in the day. It is difficult to take time out just to just focus on building and developing herself. However, having been to the lowest point in her life, she knows the importance of making time. When we are at our best, everyone we love benefits. To find out more about Natasha visit her website by clicking this link About Natasha Check out my blog here Contact me

Anna Donkin is a registered Nutritional Therapist specializing in the Women’s Health sector in areas of hormonal balance, Body composition/weight management, Maternity & Postpartum recovery. Before pursuing nutrition as a career, Anna came from a background in the Ballet & Pilates world. She has always been passionate about the physiology and function of the human body and how to use nutrition science & movement as tools to optimize the way her clients feel in their bodies. “I understand that so many women have tried so many different approaches to improve their health and achieve their body goals, but there is no one size fits all approach. It’s about assessing the individual and finding a method that works specifically for them in a way that promotes consistency for the long run”. Anna started working as a Health & Nutrition coach in 2012 with clients in Cape Town and later, after moving to Europe, in Berlin & has since Covid, moved into the Online space as a registered Nutritional Therapist, working with clients worldwide. “I love the flexibility that working online offers my clients and myself. I can work with them from wherever they are, between work calls or from their home. It’s great for accountability and accessibility.” Anna completed a Bsc degree in Nutritional Therapy and continues to expand her expertise in areas that enrich the way she works with her clients Contact Details Website Email: frameworkwell@gmail.com Instagram

Join our secret Garden Tribe in The Secret Garden Studios. The Secret Garden Studios is a private yoga and wellness studio, offering individual yoga and small group classes for a more bespoke yoga experience. Facebook: @secretgardentribe Instagram: @thesecretgardenstudios Website: www.thesecretgardenstudios.com

I am a Yoga Teacher & Therapist who fell in love with the trauma lens. I now blend Yoga (in its fullest forms) with other embodied, somatic and indigenous approaches, drawing on contemporary and scientific knowledge from neuro-biology to create courses, resources and community. I offer one-to-one and small group healing work, plant and plant consciousness workshops, community courses, and a full trauma-informed, nature-based peer and practitioner training. Contact Details YouTube Facebook Instagram GrowFree Online Platform GrowFree Mailing List

Maria Kleanthous-Achilleos is a certified Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) practitioner, educator, and transformational Therapist specializing in helping women rebuild their confidence and self-worth after difficult relationships and life challenges. With a deep understanding of personal transformation, Maria combines her professional expertise with her own healing journey to support others in breaking free from limiting beliefs. After experiencing the profound impact of RTT firsthand, she made it her mission to guide women who feel stuck, unworthy, or lost, empowering them to heal from emotional wounds and step into a life of confidence, clarity, and self-acceptance. Through RTT, she helps her clients rewire deep-seated beliefs, release emotional blocks, and create lasting change. Maria offers personalised RTT sessions, group hypnosis, and online programs to help women reclaim their power. She shares insights, inspiration, and valuable tools on social media to reach those who need hope and healing. Contact Details Instagram Facebook

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

(MASC CBT, Adv.Psych) CBT and Psychotherapist, covering the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire area. Web: www.chrysalistherapyservices.co.uk

Jonathan Dubrulle is a Spinal Flow Practitioner and Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, dedicated to inspiring, advising, and supporting both people and animals around the world. A volunteer at heart, he brings over five years of experience across causes including animal rights, the arts, children's welfare, and mental health. Professionally, Jonathan's steepest learning curve came during his time at Thomson Reuters and the London Stock Exchange Group, where he worked across Brussels, Switzerland, Singapore, and New York City, after studying Economics in Belgium and France. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences. Now based in Madrid, he runs a heart-led healing practice focused on impact and flow. Jonathan speaks Dutch, English, French, and Spanish, and continues to travel the world with curiosity and purpose. Contact Details Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook

About Vivienne, Owner/director of Karmic-Wellbeing. My passion is health and wellbeing. I have trained with Scottish Massage Schools in Swedish massage and also through them I am an Oncology trained IRIS therapist (level 1). I am the owner of my own wellbeing business Karmic-Wellbeing in the Highlands, which is the culmination of my extensive training in the wellbeing sector. I am a three principles practitioner and I practise Life Coaching and Hypnotherapy sessions with my clients as well as my massage treatments on offer. My influences are Louise Hay, Dr Dwayne Dyer, Deepak Chopra, Sydney Banks and Michael Neill. Closer to home Ali Campbell and Scottish Massage Schools also influenced my own wellbeing and inspired me to take the leap of faith and start my own business. Law of attraction has also played a big part for me with visualisation and unlimited beliefs helping me get to where I am today! As an advocate for wellbeing I absolutely love my work and cannot stress enough how important it is to make time for yourself. Massage and Hypnotherapy definitely set me off on my holistic journey and brought out my spiritual side and I am excited to be on this path. I am very grateful for the opportunity to contribute an article to your wonderful wellbeing magazine on Life Coaching. Love and best wishes Vivienne. Website: www.karmic-wellbeing.com Facebook: @Karmic-Wellbeing