Co-Founder, The Life Raft
I'm married to Sally & we live in the beautiful Eden Valley. We have 3 children between us, a crazy Tibetan Terrier called Indi and a pantomime horse called Ned. IÂ love to be outdoors and enjoy sailing, running (slowly), mountain biking and swimming in the river or lakes nearby.
I’m a former senior Special Ed. Teacher and behaviour consultant. I’ve also written a number of teacher training books but my passion these days is personal development – in particular mindfulness, meditation & practical stress management. I’ve spent a huge part of my adult life in an immensely stressed & burned out state – not sleeping properly, chronic pain, fatigue, depression etc. etc. Yada, yada, poor me, boo hoo.
Discovering and practicing mindfulness, and in particular self-compassion, has been utterly transformative for me. It has brought about nothing short of incredible changes in every area of my life.
I train clients in 1:1 and group situations to help them become free from stress, feel better about themselves and find a more relaxed (and effective) way of dealing with the pressures of life. I teach our main mindfulness and self-compassion programs and work with school senior management teams, businesses and corporate clients through our Resilience program.
I'm a qualified mindfulness/meditation trainer, Qigong teacher and breathwork coach. I'm also currently in training to become a psychotherapist with Human Givens College.
Co-Founder, The Life Raft
Hi, I'm Sally, a mother of two, Certified Trauma Recovery Coach, and Mindful Movement Teacher.
I'm deeply passionate about helping others break free from worry, overthinking, and self-criticism.
As a former Police Sergeant, I projected an image of calm, confidence, and capability. However, my life took an unexpected turn when I became the victim of a violent attack. Overnight, I found myself struggling with overwhelming fear and constant tension.
While it was a dark period in my life, I now see it as a profound opportunity for growth and awakening. Determined to heal, I immersed myself in personal development, exploring various techniques to reprogram my thoughts and break free from nervous anxiety.
Through this journey, I discovered the power within myself to transform challenges into opportunities. Now, I feel privileged to guide others who find themselves trapped in the same cycle of anxiety, tension, worry, and self-doubt.
As a coach, I create transformative experiences through immersive workshops, life-changing courses, and personalised one-to-one coaching. My approach centers on establishing a safe, supportive environment where clients feel truly seen and understood, allowing deep healing to occur naturally.
I've been there, and I know the courage it takes to confront fears and limiting beliefs. Together, we work on 'Resetting your Nervous System', compassionately processing difficult emotions, building confidence and resilience, and rediscovering the potential that lies within.
If you're ready to shed the weight of constant anxiety, stress, and worry, I'm here to support you every step of the way. With compassion, practical tools, and a commitment to your growth, I'll help you unlock the strength and wisdom you already possess.
I'm not coaching, you can find me spending quality time with Rob and our beautiful children. We love exploring the great outdoors, trying new recipes in the kitchen, or travelling to sunnier climates.
"I was very stressed before the course. I worried a lot and was unable to relax. I felt responsible for the happiness of my whole family. I am now finding it much easier to stay relaxed and not become stressed. I am able to stay calm in stressful situations and to focus on NOW rather than worrying my life away. I am enjoying life again."
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