HOLDING SPACE FOR YOUR BECOMING —
Meet Grace
DipCHyp, MPNLP, HPD, MNCH, TIYT, BSc
I’m Grace — a therapist, yoga teacher, and website designer based in Staffordshire, England. At the heart of all I offer is a space to land, to be seen, and to return to what matters most. I support those navigating life’s thresholds and hold space for those seeking clarity, connection, or a deeper sense of centredness. Whether on the mat, in the therapy room, or behind the screen bringing visions to life, my work is rooted in presence, integrity, care, and a deep reverence for the human experience. This is an invitation home.
A GLIMPSE INTO MY HEART
I love finding life’s simple joys
I am always seeking out the sacred in the mundane — the simple things that bring me joy: tulips, sunflowers, and gypsophila; the quiet ritual of my morning cup of tea cradled in my hands; the solace of reading and writing poetry; bare feet on the earth; and cuddles with my golden retriever, Nala. I’m forever exploring new ways to practice presence and creative rest, and lately my heart has wandered into the kitchen, where I’m learning the alchemy of making sourdough and baking focaccia.
The Heart Behind My Work —
In Service of the Human Spirit
From a young age, discipline, dedication, and deep feeling have been close companions throughout my life. I grew up in the world of acrobatic gymnastics; a space of fierce focus and physical expression. Training rigorously from the age of four, I later went on to compete at a national level. My father, an ultra-endurance athlete, modelled determination and devotion in ways that deeply shaped my early understanding of strength. Not only the kind found in miles run or mountains climbed, but the quieter strength of perseverance, discipline, and showing up wholeheartedly, even when no one is watching.
Over time, I came to understand that strength is not only physical. During my teenage years, my relationship with food and my body began to fracture, marking the beginning of a long and complex journey with anorexia; an internal struggle that shaped much of my early adult life. Beneath it all, I was searching for balance, control, and a way to feel safe within myself. I turned towards plant-based living, studied Health and Nutrition at university, and found moments of meaning through creativity, later self-publishing a plant-based recipe book in 2017. It was around this time, that I also found yoga.
What began as a way to regulate my nervous system and ground myself during turbulent years slowly unfolded into something far deeper; a practice of presence, self-compassion, and return. Yoga ceased to be a place of performance and instead became a way of relating to myself and to life more honestly. As my practice deepened, so too did my reverence for the roots and lineage from which yoga arises. I felt increasingly drawn towards its ancient wisdom, learning not only through practice, but through humble study, listening, and devotion. In 2019, I followed this call across oceans; first to Sri Lanka to complete my 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training, and later to Costa Rica to study Trauma-Informed Yoga. I returned changed; steadier, more spacious, and with a clearer understanding of what it means to truly hold space for others.
Then, in 2020, my world cracked open. My father ended his own life.
There are moments in life that alter us irreversibly; moments when time seems to stop and the ground beneath us disappears. That loss became the beginning of a profound grief journey, one that continues to shape not only how I live, but also how I serve.
In the wake of my father’s death, I turned once again towards learning. I trained as a therapist, guided by a strong knowing that the pain I had walked through and the fire I had survived could one day become part of how I walk alongside others in theirs. Today, I support individuals navigating grief, trauma, loss, and life’s many thresholds through one-to-one therapy and community spaces such as Grief Circles. I also volunteer for the national organisation Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide, honouring the shared humanity that connects us through heartbreak, love, and healing.
Alongside this work, my path in design has continued to flourish; a path that began in childhood through a natural affinity for digital creativity. From self-taught beginnings, to professional roles in social media and digital design for established UK companies, and now as a trusted Squarespace Gold Partner Website Designer, I bring both detail and depth to every brand I support.
I primarily work with wellness-based and heart-led entrepreneurs; people with vision, purpose, and stories that matter, whose values often reflect my own: integrity, authenticity, depth, and a sincere commitment to meaningful impact.
Across the three branches of my work; therapy, yoga, and design, my work is ultimately in service of the human spirit. I am interested in what it means to be human in a world that often asks us to disconnect from ourselves; to move faster, perform more, and carry quietly what was never meant to be carried alone.
Whether I am holding space in the therapy room, guiding a practice, or bringing someone’s vision to life through design, my intention remains the same: to create work that feels honest, thoughtful, and deeply human; work that helps people feel seen, supported, and more connected to themselves and to one another.
The Pathways Forward —
Ways We Can Work Together
If these words have stirred something tender within you, or if a quiet part of you feels ready to take the next step, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you, wherever you are on your path.
Therapy
If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or out of alignment in your life — you're not alone. I offer a warm, grounded space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface, and to gently support you in feeling more resourced, finding steadiness, clarity, and a deeper sense of self.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, low mood, depression, low self-esteem, panic attacks, chronic worry, fear, or simply feel lost without knowing why, I’d love to support you. Together, we’ll work at your pace, using an integrative, solution-focused, and trauma-informed approach to help you feel safer, steadier, and more at home in yourself. We’ll gently untangle what’s been weighing you down, explore what’s keeping you stuck, and begin creating a life that feels more balanced, manageable, and meaningful for you.
Grief Therapy
Whether you’re grieving the death of a loved one, navigating the quiet ache of ambiguous loss, or living through the many invisible layers of heartbreak that grief can bring — I am here to support you.
From my experience, grief is not something to fix, but something to tend to. I offer a compassionate, therapeutic, trauma-informed space to support you in navigating life after loss. This work is here to support you in tending to your grief, helping you to find your way through in a way that honours your loss and feels meaningful to you. Using a range of therapeutic disciplines and tools to support your process and healing, we move gently, at your own pace, tending to whatever is present, from the loudest pain to the quietest ache.
Yoga Classes and Retreats
I offer weekly trauma-sensitive yoga classes in Acton Trussell, Stafford — a consistent space to return to your breath, body, and inner steadiness. Each class weaves together movement, breathwork, and moments of stillness to support nervous system regulation, emotional balance, and embodied presence.
Alongside these weekly gatherings, I also hold seasonal retreats throughout the year. Spacious, intentional offerings that invite deeper rest, reflection, and reconnection. Whether you’re new to yoga or returning to your mat, you’ll be met exactly as you are, with care, gentleness, and respect.
Squarespace Website Design
I offer bespoke Squarespace website design for heart-led entrepreneurs, creatives, and small businesses who want their online presence to feel intentional, beautiful, and true to who they are.
Whether you're just starting out or evolving an existing brand, I work closely with you to bring your vision to life with clarity, care, and attention to every detail. From structure and flow to layout and feel, each design is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your values and connect meaningfully with your audience. This is more than design. It’s a collaboration rooted in purpose, creativity, and story. As a trusted Squarespace Gold Partner, you can feel confident that your website is in experienced, caring hands.
ACCREDITATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS —
I am a fully qualified, insured, and DBS-checked therapist, working in accordance with the ethical guidelines of the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH). I hold a Diploma in Cognitive Hypnotherapy (DipCHyp), the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma (HPD), and am a certified Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (MPNLP). I am also trained in trauma-informed yoga (TIYT) and hold a First Class Honours degree in Health and Nutritional Science (BSc). My approach is integrative and rooted in ongoing study; drawing from a range of evidence-based tools, somatic practices, and psychological frameworks to offer personalised support that meets each person I support with care, presence, and professionalism.
Level 1 Certification Fundamentals of Advanced EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) — current
with Advanced EMDRNeuro-Linguistic Programming Master Practitioner
with Quest Institute, Regents University LondonDiploma in Cognitive Hypnotherapy
with Quest Institute, Regents University LondonAdvanced Counsellor and Psychotherapist Level 4
with NIOQ Association of LearningTrauma-Sensitive Yin Yoga Teacher Training
with SoulWorkYoga Therapy For Addictions
with The Minded InstituteTrauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training
with SoulWork and The BodyWise Institute200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
with Dylan Ayaloo Training AcademyFirst Class BSc (Hons) in Exercise, Health and Nutritional Science
Leeds Trinty University