I am a mother, an experienced Psychologist, Humanistic Therapist, linguist, web creator, dog walker, cat sitter, former PA, Secretary and passionate entrepreneur. Being a mother is my greatest joy — I am immensely proud of my daughters and all they have achieved; they mean the world to me and continue to inspire me.
My career began in the early 1980s in traditional nine-to-five roles before I took maternity leave in 1992 to focus on family life. I’ve since worked across administration, HR, finance, and software testing while supporting people emotionally. I graduated with an Honours degree in Psychology from the Open University in 2006, completed my psychotherapy training (2005–2012), and gained additional certifications, including Mind Calm Master and numerous CPD courses. My latest achievement is The Anxiety Recovery handbook, self published on Amazon (available in paperback/kindle versions).
This varied portfolio reflects my curiosity and a lifelong desire to help people and organisations thrive.
Born in Switzerland in the late 1950s to a Welsh father and English mother, I grew up between cultures and ideas. My father, an eminent physicist at CERN, and my mother, an educator, nurtured in me a deep respect for both logic and compassion. After spending my childhood in Switzerland and northern England, I later returned to the UK to complete my studies.
I often describe myself as “neurospicy” — equally comfortable in the analytical and intuitive worlds with a strong interest in neurodivergence. Those who know me suggest I’m thoughtful, insightful and genuinely curious about how people think, feel and heal. I value open-mindedness, respectful dialogue, and exploring different perspectives.
Science is never static. It evolves through challenge, discovery and sometimes painful lessons. The history of medicine — from Thalidomide and Vioxx to the withdrawal of the AstraZeneca vaccine — reminds us why vigilance and transparency matter. Even the MMR vaccine’s debated safety profile, highlighted in the 2012 Institute of Medicine report linking it to febrile seizures, anaphylaxis, meningitis, encephalitis, thrombocytopenia, arthritis, vasculitis, and rare encephalopathy with autistic features, invites continued scrutiny and open discussion.
For more than 30 years, I’ve explored themes around health, wellbeing, emotional resilience, and informed consent — following the evidence wherever it leads. My approach remains grounded in compassion, curiosity, and integrity. I value authenticity over perfection and believe that growth — both personal and collective — begins with honesty, kindness and the courage to question.