Hello, I’m Gemma…
I qualified with an BSc (Hons) first class degree in Occupational Therapy in 2021 & have always been passionate about helping people find meaning & purpose in their lives!
Around the same time as qualifying, I had a profound awakening in which I discovered energy healing and other alternative modalities. This led me to embark upon a journey of personal healing, self-discovery & transformation.
I made the difficult decision to leave my role as an Occupational Therapist in mainstream healthcare 2 years ago following the sudden loss of my auntie, to step into my true purpose & calling which is to to support women on their self love, self healing & self empowerment journey.
Taking the leap to follow my heart…
I am a fully qualified Reiki Healer (+4 years experience). I am a Certified Sound Practitioner & completed trainings with both The Sound Healing Academy & GLOW School of Sound Healing.
I have supported many women to step into their power & overcome mental limitations & emotional challenges.
I am currently undergoing more in-depth training in breathwork & coaching following the profound impact these modalities have had on my own wellbeing, self-love journey & personal transformation.
YOU are the medicine YOU need…
I’m of the belief that many chronic health conditions we see in society today are rooted in the emotional body as a result of unprocessed trauma & suppressed emotions.
In a world heavily consumed with stress, anxiety, depression & bandaid solutions, my aim with the modalities I offer is to provide the opportunity for you to come home to yourself - your true essence through self discovery, healing & spiritual growth.
Let’s embark on a journey of remembrance together!
How you can work with me…
I currently offer 1:1 sound healing sessions at my studio space ‘The Rosemary Retreat’ & group sound baths in & around Scotland. You can read more about Sound Healing here and you can book an appointment or enquire with me here.
My Trainings
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I gained practical counselling skills, explored major theoretical models, and developed self-awareness through group exercises, ethical training and applied practice in listening, reflecting, and responding.
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I gained foundational understanding of social care practice, including principles of health, wellbeing, and safeguarding. Explored leadership, ethical practice and applied theoretical approaches, including key psychology principles, to real-world settings.
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I gained a First Class Degree in Occupational Therapy, gaining knowledge in psychology, human development & holistic health. I trained in assessment, goal-setting, intervention and evaluation, working across community healthcare, mental health, learning disabilities and end-of-life care. My degree combined theory, research, and hands-on placements, with a focus on evidence-based practice and supporting individuals to improve wellbeing and find meaning & purpose.
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I completed Reiki Level 1 in 2022 and spent a year practicing and integrating it into my daily life. After this period of personal exploration, I progressed to Reiki Level 2 in 2023, completing over 10 case studies and practical sessions before offering Reiki healing professionally to clients.
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I completed training with The Centre for Healing, gaining in-depth knowledge of different types of trauma, its effects on the nervous system, memory, identity, relationships and worldview. I also learned trauma-informed coaching skills, including holding space, attunement and supporting emotional awareness, helping clients safely work through unconscious patterns, self-sabotage, and trauma’s impact on the mind, body, and spirit.
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I completed my Level 1 Crystal Bowl Sound Healing training with the Sound Healing Academy, where I learned the foundations of sound therapy and vibrational healing. I then went on to train further with GLOW School of Sound Healing, diving deeper into the science of sound, energy work and musicality, allowing me to offer sound healing in a grounded, knowledgeable and intuitive way.
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I’m currently undergoing more in-depth training in three key areas to enrich the support I offer:
Mindset Work
Helping clients master their mindset. Supporting them to identify limiting beliefs, reframing negative thought patterns, and cultivating empowering mental habits.Breathwork
I’m training in conscious connected breathing techniques that help release stored trauma from the body, regulate the nervous system, and reduce stress and anxiety. Breathwork is a powerful somatic tool that reconnects clients with their bodies, emotions, and inner wisdom, often unlocking healing that words alone cannot reach.Coaching
My coaching training includes NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), behavioural coaching, positive psychology and cognitive behavioural approaches.My training in these are ongoing.
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While I value evidence-based tools and research, my work is also rooted in lived experience. Everything I offer comes from a place of embodiment - I’ve walked through anxiety, body dysmorphia, grief, trauma and the never ending journey of healing.
I’ve invested deeply in my own therapy and coaching and I continue to do the inner work. What I share isn’t just theory, it’s integrated wisdom. I use what I’ve lived and learned to support my clients in meaningful, grounded ways.