Philosophy—

My approach to counselling is holistic and trauma-aware, weaving together evidence-based frameworks, neuroscience, and gentle complementary practices. I aim to foster a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space for dancers to explore what might be troubling them, what might help them to know themselves, and where they might find greater meaning and connection in their lives.

Working intuitively and collaboratively, I meet individuals where they are, allowing them to move at their own pace, establish a stable sense of self-worth, and find their voice. By taking a strengths-based approach, I seek to empower dancers, seeing them as experts in their own lives and encouraging their self-determination. During our time together, we will look beyond labels to uncover the wisdom behind body symptoms, emotions and mental health challenges. I regularly incorporate embodied techniques, including breath work, evidence-based EFT (tapping), and somatic experiencing, and provide accessible psychoeducation, including handouts and digital resources.

Combining my counselling and meditation therapy qualifications with my lived experience as a classical ballet dancer and teacher allows me to support dancers and their loved ones from a place of compassion, authenticity and deep understanding. Having personally lived through the highs and lows of performing at an elite level, moving overseas at 16 to study ballet full-time, struggling with body image and confidence, to a career-ending injury and subsequent surgeries— I know first-hand the unique challenges faced by dancers and their families.

Over my 20+ years as a classical ballet teacher, I walked beside hundreds of students as they navigated their dance journeys. While it was an honour and privilege to train and mentor my students as they competed in international competitions like the Prix de Lausanne, transitioned to finishing schools and entered companies, these experiences further highlighted the harsh realities of an industry in dire need of change. In short, there is no excuse for the level of mistreatment taking place in the dance industry. Understanding this harmful culture of unrelenting expectations allows me to support dancers in a way that promotes advocacy and agency, not only resilience, in the face of abuse. I prioritise providing a safe space where difficult experiences are heard, held and validated.

To learn more about my story and dance background see ‘about’, click ‘policies’ for administrative information and visit my ‘contact’ page to get in touch or make a booking.