about me
There has always been a deep curiosity driving me – an interest in understanding the human experience, what shapes us, and how we can meet life’s challenges. I’ve been drawn to exploring questions like “Who am I?” and “What supports wellbeing from the inside out?”. This exploration has guided both my personal journey and it now forms the heart of the work I offer.
For a long time, there was a search to ease my anxiety, quiet my self-critic, calm intrusive thoughts, and heal physical discomfort. The drive to always improve myself, was rooted in my belief that something needed to be fixed. However, through my experience, it became clear to me, that it’s not about fixing, but about gently and lovingly turning inward. to move towards being-with what is arising, to meet the discomfort, tension and resistance with curiosity and compassion. This shift – from fixing to being-with – has been a messy, anxious, and profound journey – one that continues to unfold and deepen for me.
over the years, i’ve trained in various modalities – trauma-informed mindfulness, compassionate inquiry, somatic experiencing (currently training) , embodied processing & nervous system regulation. i’ve also explored a wide range of healing practices – energy work, functional medicine, yoga, qigong and many more. i just love what i do, and i’m always curious about learning new approaches, insights and practices.
my approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, while also deeply informed by my lived experience and a commitment to creating spaces where people can connect safely and authentically with themselves.
i am passionate about sharing the gifts I have learnt on my journey. I’m here to offer guidance, and a safe, compassionate space for others navigating their own paths toward healing, self-discovery & deeper connection with themselves.
training
- somatic experiencing practitioner (currently training in – ireland somatic experiencing – use)
- embodied processing practitioner (the centre for healing australia)
- somatic mindfulness coach (stillpoint method – yfi, usa)
- mindfulness teacher (mindfulness association uk)
- other
- trauma-sensitive mindfulness (david treleaven)
- strong mind & resilient nervous system – (yfi usa)
- embodied meditation teacher – (embodiment unlimited, uk)
- compassionate circles (gabor maté)
membership
- tairseach (assoc of somatic experiencing practioners ireland)
- mtai (mindfulness teachers assocation ireland)
- eamba (european association for mindfulness support)
- ma (mindfiulness association member uk)
- obf insurance group (fully insured)
other qualifications
- ma multimedia – distinction (dit ireland & london college of print)
- ba english & philosophy – honours (ucc, cork, ireland)
- training delivery & evaluation – distinction (qqi level 6)
- start your own business – distinction (qqi level 5)
what i offer
SOMATIC MINDFULNESS COACHING
WORKSHOPS & FACILITaTION
why work with me?
holistic approach
what I offer is deeply rooted in my own journey & lived experience – an approach which includes the mental, physical & emotional
self-regulation tools
I offer a variety of embodied practices that support self-regulation & gently guide you towards ease within your body & mind
self-compassion
the whole journey involves learning how to become more aware & embrace ourselves with kindness & compassion
contact alicia