My Story So Far…
I’ve never been the kind of person who fits neatly into a box. I trained as a nurse, built a career, raised a family — and yet there was always this quiet nudge inside me saying “there’s more.”
Life handed me plenty of lessons (some kind, some brutal), and they shaped how I see myself and others. I know what it’s like to hold everything together on the outside while inside you’re questioning, searching, or just plain exhausted. That experience gave me the empathy and grit I carry into my work today.
My path took a turn when I started listening to those nudges. What began as little creative sparks — making candles, pulling cards, doodling ideas on scraps of paper — grew into something deeper. Those sparks became Olluma and Devine Tangent, outlets where I could experiment, express, and connect. And eventually, they led me to Channel & Shift — the place where all of me comes together.
Channel & Shift is where I bring my nursing care, my lived experience, and my spiritual practice into alignment. It’s not about quick fixes or fluffy promises. It’s about creating real space for individuals to reconnect, ground themselves, and step back into their own power — even when life feels messy. Especially when life feels messy.
Right now, I stand here with my torch lit — a mix of compassion, humour, and a stubborn belief that you are stronger than you think. If you’re here, chances are you’re ready to start seeing yourself differently too. And if so, welcome. You’re in the right place.
“That’s the path that brought me here. But how I live and experience the world each day is just as much a part of my story — so let me share that side too.”
“And if you’re wondering whether any of this really applies to you, or if you’re still sat on the fence — let me speak to that too.”
Oversharing part
If you’re reading this and thinking, “Yeah but she probably has it all together” — let me stop you right there. I don’t. I’ve lived through trauma, carried scars I didn’t ask for, and learned the hard way how heavy it feels to just survive. I still burn out, doubt myself, overthink, and occasionally wonder if the universe got my memo. I’ve cried on the bathroom floor, forgotten who I was, and carried guilt for not being everything to everyone.
I know what it feels like to scroll through endless “perfect” coaches and think, that’s not me. Same. That’s why Channel & Shift isn’t about perfection — it’s about honesty. It’s about giving you a space where your mess is welcome, your doubts are allowed, and your growth doesn’t have to look pretty.
If you’ve been through trauma, if you’re carrying more than people realise, you’re not alone here. If you’re not sure you’re ready, that’s okay too. Most of us never feel ready. All I can say is: if any part of my story makes you think “I could do with that kind of realness in my corner” — then maybe this is your sign.
Quirky me…
Because authenticity isn’t one-dimensional, here’s another part of mine.
I live with Autism and have ADHD. For me, that means my brain doesn’t always follow the “standard operating manual” — and honestly, I wouldn’t want it to.
ADHD gives me sparks of creativity, hyper-focus when I’m in flow, and the ability to see connections others might miss. But it also means executive dysfunction, overthinking, and that lovely dance between burnout and “let’s start twelve projects at once.”
Autism, for me, is both grounding and challenging. I process the world deeply — sounds, textures, energy, emotions. I notice the details most people skim over, which makes me a great coach and reader, but it can also leave me exhausted in spaces that aren’t safe or authentic. I’ve masked for many years, and know all too well how to perform a version of “normal” the society expects. And that masking — that pretending — came at a cost.
I’m also a mum. Parenting with a quirkiness has been both my sharpest mirror and my biggest teacher. My children see me in ways the world doesn’t, unmasked, messy, real. They remind me daily that love isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence. They are a huge part of why I chose to build a life that works with my brain instead of against it.
Both Autism and ADHD have taught me that “normal” is overrated. They’ve shown me that structure and ritual aren’t just nice-to-haves — they’re lifelines. That’s a big part of why I built Channel & Shift: because people like us don’t need fixing, we need spaces that honour how we really work.
So if you’re “quirky”, living with trauma, parenting through chaos, or just tired of pretending you’re okay when you’re not — I see you. I am you. And this space was made with you in mind.
Below are my credentials
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I am a CPD-certified Spiritual Coach with additional training in Trauma Awareness, Domestic Abuse, and Safeguarding. My qualifications also include Ofqual-regulated awards in Business Start-Up and Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties, giving me a strong foundation in both practical business growth and inclusive, ADHD and Autism aware support. Alongside my coaching practice, I hold a degree in Adult Nursing and a Postgraduate Certificate in Effective Leadership, which included focused study in coaching and communication. These academic and professional experiences allow me to integrate grounded care, ethical awareness, and trauma-informed practice with intuitive ritual and spiritual guidance. My work combines evidence-based knowledge with soulful practice, creating a safe, inclusive, and transformative space for clients to realign with themselves and their path forward.