Biography

I trained initially as a nurse, qualifying in 1986. I held a staff nurse post in the renal unit of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, and later in Tavistock Cottage Hospital, Devon.

I became interested in Craniosacral Therapy, with its positive emphasis on building and maintaining health, and trained at the Karuna Institute, Devon under Franklyn Sills. I established my practice as a Craniosacral Therapist in Edinburgh in 1989, becoming one of the first craniosacral therapists working in Edinbugh at this time, before the work became better known and recognised.

Subsequently I trained in Core Process Psychotherapy at the Karuna Institute, Devon, accrediting in 1998, and in Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology with Dr. Ray Castellino in 2000.

My career has shaped itself in response to interests, passions and curiosity. Trauma resolution is integral to all aspects of my clinical work. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to study with some of the most innovative and inspiring teachers in my chosen field.

In more recent years I have deepened into exploring Celtic psychology, and the teachings from the Cauldron of Brigid of Ireland. Through these Cauldron Teachings I have deepened my appreciation and been reminded of the spiritual nature of everyday life, (not necessarily religious) and to the use of daily  ritual in support of this connection to soul. I now bring ritual to my own life, and into my healing work with individuals and groups when it feels right.

 

Qualifications:

Core Process Psychotherapist

  Registered with United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

Castellino Prenatal and Birth Therapy Training

Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapist

  Registered with Craniosacral Therapy Association (CSTA)

Registered General Nurse

  United Kingdom Central Council for Nursing and Midwifery (UKCC). Now retired.

 

Interests

Time in nature, walking, yoga, volunteering in community gardens, drawing mandalas, creative writing.

 

Prayer Flags, stained glass panel by Bethan Elsdale