My Journey

“I have always had a deep interest in human beings and the life sciences ever since I was young, this led me to obtain degree’s in Biological Anthropology (BSc Hons) and Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine (MSc)”.

“After some soul searching as a young adult, exercise became an integral part of my health journey. I found a martial art that I saw myself practicing forever after my first class. That art was ‘Wing Chun Kung Fu’ and that is where I met my Sifu (Nick Martin) in 2003 within the UKWCKFA headed by Master James Sinclair. I finally completed my 3rd level grading under the UKWCKFA on the 12/12/21.

I started training with the Chek Institute in 2009. It is here I learned the foundations of health from Paul Chek. Having always had an interest in evolutionary biology, I found the Chek totem pole a compelling health model. I completed the Chek clinical totem pole training in 2015 and I am still mesmerised by its simplicity & complexity. I have completed all the Chek Institute training programs (IMS level 1-4 2010-2015, HLC1-3 2016-2026) except ‘Master Chek Practitioner’ which I will be attending in 2026. During that time period I received personal mentoring from Matthew Wallden DO, ND MSc, (head of education of the Chek Institute) my teacher throughout my Chek training and guided my professional journey. I also received mentoring from Kieran Macphail Msc in 2015 (Physiotherapist & Nutritional Therapist) who enhanced the practical application of my skillset tenfold and encouraged my academic progression.

During my Chek training I achieved certifications in Integrative Neuromuscular Therapy, (2013-2014). I was taught by José A. Llaguno, one of the world leaders in INMT. I studied INMT to the highest practical level, working alongside James Duffin daily for 3 years within a clinical environment. I also studied with the Neuro-Orthopaedic Institute, (explain pain in 2015 & mobilisation of the nervous system in 2016) understanding pain neuroscience further. I was taught by David Butler & Tim Beames, leading pioneers in the field of pain science research.

In 2016 I attended the Institute for Neuro-Physiological Psychology (INPP) for assessing neuro-immaturity in adults and children. I was taught by Sally Goddard, the world leader in this field. I understand the practicality of the term ‘upside down psychology’, making sure that someone has the physical foundations for learning, reading and writing.

I completed training as a Buteyko practitioner with the Buteyko Clinic in 2016. I had the privilege of being taught by Patrick Mckeown (the world authority on the Buteyko method). This certification focussed on assessing & correcting breathing pattern disorders. This further sparked my interest in how the mode of respiration, effects the jaw and craniofacial development. I also had the privilege of meeting and having lunch with Professor John Mew (the founder of orthotropics).

“I completed my certification in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition with Reed Davies in 2021. This skillset broadened my understanding of chronic disease and stress and provided me with the use of functional lab testing. Screening my clients metabolic systems objectively and coaching them accordingly based on data and clinical correlation. Studying further within the functional framework I focused on ‘CIRS’ & ‘mould illness’ with Dr Sandeep Gupta (2023). I have since completed further training in functional & integrative medicine for cognitive decline & Alzheimer’s with Dr Greenblatt adding further information and usable skills for my clients”. To complement my functional training I have also certified in Phlebotomy (2023).

In 2023, I embarked onto the 1 year Integrative Psychiatry Fellowship. Focusing on functional medicine approaches to various psychiatric disorders; depression, anxiety, ADHD, suicide prevention, anorexia, addiction, anger, psychosis, schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, binge eating disorder & managing medication side effects.

I have always had a deep interest in Shamanism since I was young and studied some cultural anthropology at university and found it fascinating. I have also studied Dr Michael Winkleman’s work extensively on shamanism providing another layer from an anthropological lens. Starting ‘The Shaman’s Pathway’ with Simon Buxton (2021) was a profound experience. I graduated from the 3 year (2022-2025) advanced shamanic practitioner training with The Sacred Trust, under the incredible guidance of Richard Wolfströme & Simon Buxton. I work with clients in the following contemporary shamanic methods when required; Shamanic Counselling, Soul Loss & Spirit Object Intrusions. Psychopomp work with the dying/deceased, Divination, Mediumship, Spirit Possession and Curses/Sorcery. Shamanic work has led me to study plant medicines theoretically and experientially, having had an interest in them since I was young. I have worked with Hapé extensively and became a Hapé facilitator (2024), using the medicine to deepen my shamanic work. My initiation and facilitator training was guided by Ahau Samuel & Robyn Leonie” from Roots of the Gods.

Understanding how emotions affect our physiology has always intrigued me personally and professionally. This led me to complete the HeartMath Coach Certification course (2022), under the skilled guidance of Gavin Andrews and Alan Strydom. Something I have had a personal interest in for many years. The power of heart coherence and to objectively measure various HeartMath techniques for my clients has been very impactful. Personally it allowed me to further understand the positive and negative impact of emotions on the body.

I work with my clients from evo-biopsychosocial-spirtiual perspective, which is important if you want to understand and find the root causes of western disease. I have spent much time studying the field of evolutionary medicine and have incorporated the concept of proximate and ultimate causes of disease into my work.

I completed a BSc (Hons) in Biological Anthropology (2018-2024) at the University of Kent, which was a life long dream of mine. Being able to study under Dr Brandon Wheeler, Dr Christopher Dunmore, Professor Matthew Skinner, Dr Anna Waldstein & Professor Demitrios Theodossopoulos was an incredible experience! The degree summates my prior education and has given me context for understanding the complexity of the human body. My undergraduate dissertation discussed ‘the importance of nasal breathing & tongue posture for optimal craniofacial growth and development’. A topic I had a real passion for, having spent some years studying & researching this area and spent countless hours discussing this further with Patrick McKeown, Professor Mew, Dr Mike Mew & Matthew Wallden.

I am in the midst of completing a masters degree (2024-2027), in Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine at the University of Worcester” working within in the context of functional medicine and nutritional therapy. Taught by some great nutrional therapists Dr Lindsey Fellows, Joanna Ratcliffe MSc & Manal Chouchane MSc. Supporting clients with chronic diseases using nutrition and lifestyle recommendations based on lab data and clinical presentations.

I have also started studying with the prestigious Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) (2025-2027), having completed applications of functional medicine in clinical practice (AFMCP, 2025). Being taught in person by luminaries in functional medicine such as Dr Dan Lukaczer, Dr Elizabeth Boham, & Dr Yousef Elyaman was an inspirational experience. This has also led to me train in epigenetics, nutrigenomics & nutritgenetics, with DNA life (2025) something that I find incredibly interesting and important for human health.

I have now started working on my PhD proposal within nutrigentics and the microbiome, a journey I am really looking forward to”.

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“The above journey is now integrated into my functional medicine service”