At 21, I was diagnosed with chronic fatigue and consequently offered antidepressants by my doctor. I was feeling down, but I knew antidepressants were not the answer - so I looked for something different. I learned to meditate and went to see an ‘alternative practitioner’ who taught me about my body and helped to bring it back to balance. 

Years later I studied to become a naturopath and herbalist. After qualifying, I thought I knew quite a lot, but there was a lot more to learn. I’ve continued to update my education since I qualified in 2000 but the biggest change to my practice came through personal experience. 

Over a short period of time in my 40s, I lost a parent suddenly and ended a long-term relationship as a mother of three. In this state I soon realized I could not think my way out of this and it was here I found the missing part of the puzzle - somatic practice. 

Somatic practice is feeling, not thinking, moving and dissipating emotion and listening to your body’s inner-wisdom. It's trusting that you have all the answers inside your body, just waiting for a gentle invitation.

I’ve now integrated this concept into my naturopathic practice with great results. If this resonates with you I’d love to work with you to help you feel alive again.