How did I get here?​

In my early twenties I was lost, not knowing what I wanted to do or what my purpose

was. I started therapy, which was life-changing. I gradually discovered who I was and

began to step into my power. This lead to the realisation that I was passionate about

acting, taking me to drama school at an older age than most.

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I have never followed the standard routes. I didn't go to a top drama school and left

without an agent;  I self-represented for four years before finding one. Since then my

career has moved forwards slowly but incrementally. On the way I have considered

throwing in the towel multiple times, because the industry is so tough, and being a solo parent is another level of challenge!! But I am still here because I feel I have so much more to give. And the industry has been amazing for my daughter; she has been on numerous workshops, sets, and in many theatres, and even assisted with props on my film Box Red.

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Throughout this time I have had therapy, life coaching and mentoring, and have been supported by the Actors Children's Trust. Without help from these wonderful people I would not be where I am now, and this is why I feel drawn to supporting and guiding others too; to pass forward what I have learned and received.

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I have experimented with writing, directing and producing (check out my Vimeo), run workshops and coached both professional and non-professional actors, all of which have brought so much joy into my life.

 

Various jobs I have had along the way: Teacher of English as a Foreign Language, piano and singing teacher, teaching assitant, FOH staff, Assistant Bursar, promo work, Project Manager, Corporate Trainer, Corporate Roleplay Actress - bringing me into multiple different worlds and teaching me so much about people and how we ultimately all need each other to thrive. 

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The pull to support others started about 15 years ago, during which time I have had counselling training and life coaching training. When I mentor my focus is empathic listening, and gently guiding you to make decisions based on your intuition, with some practical tools thrown in to help the process. I hold a space to laugh and to cry, and will meet you where you are at.​