About Deborah

I support people in connecting with their inner healing systems.

 

I came to this work through my own healing crisis when 30 years ago as a student I suffered from anxiety and panic attacks.  I switched my studies to the healing arts and trained as Drama and Movement therapist working with groups and individuals. I continued to train in a variety of somatic healing practices including bodywork, Reiki and Craniosacral therapy.

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In the last few years, since Covid and learning to find ways to work on-line, I expanded my way of working by extensive training in Dr Gabor Mate's approach to healing - Compassionate Inquiry, and Dr Richard Swartz - Internal Family Systems. 

 

I offer an integrative approach to health, drawing on these modalities both individually and in combination to meet each client's unique needs.  Each approach offers unique insights, and they combine to support healing and self-understanding. 

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I also work extensively with fellow therapists and practitioners, supporting their personal growth and professional development. I continue working part time as a tutor at the College of Craniosacral Therapy, London. 

 

My approach particularly resonates with those navigating trauma, stress-related health issues, anxiety, and self-worth challenges. 

 

Drawing from my own healing journey, I bring deep understanding and compassion to those ready to explore their inner landscape and discover their authentic strength. 

 

As Byron Katie calls life 'Earth School,' I remain dedicated to my own growth through ongoing self-development, meditation, and - perhaps surprisingly - Argentine Tango! 

 

I am a Registered Member of the Craniosacral Therapy Association (https://www.craniosacral.co.uk) and insured through Balens.  

I practice in Brighton and also work online. ​

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My qualifications include:

• IFS Level 1 Trained  (2023) & Level 2 a compassionate approach to addictive processes (2025)

• Certified Compassionate Inquiry practitioner (2022)

• Registered Craniosacral Therapist (2015)

• Post graduate Diploma in Drama and Movement Therapy (2000)

• Holistic massage therapist (1997) & Cert. in Advanced Myofascial Release (2017)

• Reiki Usui System First, Second & Masters (1997 - 2002)

• Yoga Teacher - 200hrs Sivananda Hatha Yoga (1995)

 

Post graduate studies include:

• 2 Day trauma conference: The Body Keeps the Score-Trauma Healing Through the Senses with Bessel van der Kolk, MD

• Embryology and CST with Elissa Dell

• Chronic fatigue conditiions and CST with Viola Sampson

• Remote CST with Thomas Attlee