Hi, I'm Stella.
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Cards on the table...
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It's been a bumpy road to get here, from feeling completely disconnected from myself to becoming chronically unwell. For many years I did depressed, stressed, hating myself, drinking my feelings away, and it all led to a rock bottom where my body was chronically dysregulated and depleted.
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My rock bottom came after the death of my dad and the breakdown of a long term relationship. 2015 was a rough year! My symptoms began to creep in slowly until a few years later I was in trouble. I was so fatigued I was crawling up the stairs to the bathroom, and had to stop work to rest and recover.
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With no energy to do anything, I was forced to stop and confront the ways that my life had for a long time been making me sick. I realised that I couldn't carry on like this, clearly! and so I started to make changes, day by day, little by little.
I learnt to listen to the gentle whispers of my body, and process my emotions, with self-compassion. My thought patterns needed addressing, and I learnt skills to reprogram old loops and introduce new beliefs. I connected with my energy system and learnt how to rebalance and heal.
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I was clear from day one that the health crash was actually a wise redirection, back towards who I really am. Since the crash, and the ongoing journey of rebuilding my health, I have found a more meaningful and enriching life. A huge part of this is supporting others to find their own path back to their true self.
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I spent many years unconsciously trying to outrun my demons and protect myself from all the threats out there. It caught up with me, and now I know that is not how we are meant to live. We deserve so much more! I choose a life of health, deep connection and peace.
I want that for you too!
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As a highly sensitive soul in a chaotic world, I use the soul space tools daily to maintain my energetic balance and thrive as my true self. I have always been highly attuned to other people's feelings and felt different to many of my peers from a young age. I have explored the arts, philosophy and community work, but there was always something missing.
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I realise now that I needed a space that embraced the mind, body and soul and allowed me to use my natural gifts in a way that energized me, instead of drained me. I needed it to be experiential and allowing for actual real life transformation.
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I feel at home in the world of healing, and I am so inspired by the human journey, with all it's messy beautiful moments.
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I have learnt that the bumps along the way are not the problem, but in fact wise sign posts to show us where we are out of alignment. The more I have listened to the wisdom of my body and my energy system, the healthier I have become. It is a life long learning!
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An integral part of my journey so far, is understanding energy. It is everything and everywhere, and as a society we are littered with stagnation and blocks, causing chronic sickness and profound mental health struggles. I now see that for a long time energy was the missing puzzle piece in my healing journey.
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In order to live as our truest selves, we need to learn how to process energy and clear our blocks, so we can create a world of deeper connection. With energy flow, comes health and greater vitality. Each one of us who becomes empowered to live in flow, is contributing to the flow of the wider world.
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All the tools I share with you in sessions are an integral part of my daily practice. I live this work and love witnessing client's transformation.
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About my approach
Soul Space therapy
For the last seven years I have sought out healing tools to help me rebuild my health and rediscover who I am. I now use a combination of these evidence based tools, ancient wisdom and my personal experience, to create a space for deep and lasting transformation. I believe in gentle daily practice for sustainable change.
It has become clear that the common thread running through all healing that I have witnessed and experienced is ENERGY. I know that for healing to occur, we need to feel safe and seen, mind, body and soul and to get our energy system in balance. I help you understand how to get your energy flowing better so that you can live with more freedom, vitality and peace.​
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Energy makes up everything. We know this through the foundations of physics, yet most of us live life as if this is not true and it's making us sick. When we begin to learn how to clear our blocks and get energy moving, this is when the needle really moves, we feel healthier, more relaxed and lighter. Somatic energy flow is essential for a healthy happy life, and the key to discovering this flow is energy release.
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It is crucial to understand that emotions are just energy in motion, and when they get stuck, problems and symptoms inevitably occur. The issue is that in modern Western life, we have been taught to make certain emotions wrong and consequently suppress and push them down. We have also learnt to disconnect from the body and ignore it's needs, forgetting how to listen to its messages that are meant to guide us.
This is disastrous and a recipe for chronic dis-ease. Being aware of the subtle sensations and emotions of the body allows to make important life decisions, process somatic information and maintain homeostasis. But sadly, without the awareness of energy, or the ability to connect within, we are left feeling stuck and hopeless. We miss the signal that something is wrong, until it is at crisis point. After all, most people around us are doing the same, so we believe that it must be 'normal'. This is just life...right?!
Take a deep breath. Dear soul, there is more to life... there is another way! We are seeing more and more evidence to support what ancient healing arts have known all along. There is more to us than the physical body alone, and we need to treat the body as a whole interconnected system, mind, body and soul.
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With the soul space toolkit I will guide you through releasing old energy blocks and stuck emotions, so you can get your system flowing again. We will also look at moving energy in your daily life, preventing new blocks from forming. Energy imbalances are inevitable and life will always through us off centre. Once we are empowered to get our own energy flowing, we are able to access the parts of us that were hidden and find a clear path forwards in life.
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Philosophy & Soul Work – With a Master’s in Philosophy, I offer a depth of insight that goes beyond just relieving symptoms. I want to support you to explore meaning, purpose, and your soul’s unique path.
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Creative Perspective – My background in art has taught me to see the world in a creative and inquisitive way, and bring a unique lens to the healing work we do. In art the usual barriers are dissolved and the artist can bypass certain rules, encouraging us to reflect more freely. I continue to foster a special energy of curiosity and freedom that held with awareness brings a great deal of healing.
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Inclusive, Health-Informed Approach- I know first hand the life altering challenges of living with chronic illness, and how overwhelming the path to healing can be. I also understand many challenges women face trying to navigate this world, and find a safe way to express their feelings and be in their body. Whilst I believe in my heart that incredible healing is possible, I also know that the pressure of healing can be overwhelming, and that the healing landscape can be paralysing at times. I will meet you where you are, with compassion and a humble witnessing.
Clients Say...
"Thank you for making me a stronger woman."
Sarah
A few of my fave things...
I love the woods! I am most at home walking amongst the trees and in nature. I love education and learning, and enjoy a good podcast! As well as teaching Qigong I attend a Chen Tai Chi class weekly and I see this as a lifelong journey. At my heart, I have always been a healer, artist and philosopher, and finally in my 30's I have found a comfort with being me.
I look forward to connecting. x
