Work with me
“When we set about trying to transform society, we must remember that we ourselves will also need to transform.”
- Mariame Kaba
Navigate change with intention and courage
Photo by the phenomenal Livio Salvi
As an anthropologist by training, facilitator by trade and embodiment practitioner at heart, I specialise in how people are with each other.
Culture is made up of the behaviours we repeat over and over again. It’s a powerful resource that can either propel or undermine a collective goal.
I’m committed to helping people and organisations develop cultures that match their visions for change.
Whether it’s through a culture change process, training on feedback, trauma-informed facilitation or embodied resilience, I support you to create alignment, coherence and internal capacity so you can do your best work - without burning out.
My approach is collaborative, embodied, practical and grounded in a fierce belief in everyone’s ability to shape change.
I weave warmth, humour and playfulness into my work while maintaining a deep commitment to shifting normative power dynamics.
Why is it called Orchid Culture Change?
I’m a big fan of flowers – particularly orchids.
They are highly sensitive to their environment, but when the conditions are right, they create stunning blossoms that can last for a long time.
Humans are a lot like that.
Whether we feel a sense of belonging, safety and dignity in a group, organisation, workplace, community or family depends on the environment and culture that holds it together.
This bee orchid (ophrys apifera) pictured above flowered at my local organic community garden.
For the seed to germinate, it needs to be in a symbiotic relationship with a mycelium that is difficult to cultivate artificially.
Rely on orchids to know when the conditions are right to grow roots!
Certified facilitator of The Resilience Toolkit (2025)
Certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy (2021)
MSc in Social Development Practice, The Bartlett, University College London (2012)
BSc in Anthropology, University College London (2009)
I have 15 years of experience as a facilitator, consultant and programme manager in the non-profit, philanthropic and public sectors.
Formal qualifications
I have pursued further development and training in a range of approaches including:
The Art of Hosting
Processwork and Worldwork
Theory U
Systemic constellations
Forum Theatre
Conscious Leadership
Somatic Abolitionism
I am fluent in English and German and open to working in both languages.
Working with me
Photo by the kind and gracious Livio Salvi
Accessibility and collective care are important values in my work.
Most of what I do is on Zoom, which allows me to work with people wherever they are as long as there is a stable internet connection.
It is easy to schedule, lighter on budgets and carbon and offers additional options for participation.
Being together in physical spaces can be really important for building relationships and shared experiences.
Any in-person work I do requires layered covid safety measures (such as air filtration and masking).
Breathe Easy London have create some brilliant guidance, which also includes more background on why this is important.
I’m grateful to Roan Boucher for giving me the clarity to articulate this.
My rates
My day rates vary according to the financial context of each client as well as the nature and duration of the work.
Depending on the scope and complexity of the assignment, I may bring in a co-facilitator from my network of experienced consultants.
If you have a specific budget available, do let me know so we can figure out what is possible within those parameters.
Things that keep me grounded
Things that fill my cup and remind me of the beauty and mystery of everything include:
Wild water swimming
Playing music with my band
Dancing
Visiting the Alps with my family
Rolling around with my energetic nephews
Discussing books with friends
Microadventures
Campaigning for better housing in my area
Learning how to grow food with my neighbours
