Calm
Bendy
Strong
Somatic Experiencing, Yoga & Nervous System Regulation
for children, teens and adults.
Hi, I'm Fiona ...
I’m the founder of CalmBendyStrong.com
I’m a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, KidSoma Practitioner, and trauma-informed Yoga Teacher. I created CalmBendyStrong to bring together my background in education, yoga, and trauma-informed practices to support people in finding greater balance and wellbeing.
I began my career as an educator, working for over 15 years with children and young people aged 3–18 who experienced a range of learning and social-emotional challenges. During this time, I became deeply interested in the mind–body connection and how nervous system dysregulation can affect how we learn, relate, and experience the world.
My own journey with healing, meditation and yoga led me to complete two yoga teacher trainings, in Bali and Rome, and later to study Somatic Experiencing and KidSoma. Through CalmBendyStrong, I now help people of all ages reconnect with their bodies and build greater regulation, resilience, and ease in everyday life.
What I offer...
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
Qualified SEP using a body-oriented approach to help resolve symptoms of stress, shock, and trauma that accumulate in the body and dysregulate the nervous system. For adults struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma, PTSD & C-PTSD, and related physical symptoms, such as pain or tension.
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500h Yoga Teacher
Trauma-informed yoga teacher, in Vinyasa and Yoga Wave modalities. Regardless of age, condition, or physical fitness level, yoga strengthens the body and soothes the mind for anyone willing to dedicate even a few minutes a day to the practice. It is particularly beneficial for those who have experienced trauma. For individual and small groups (in-person or online) looking to start the practice or experience a new yoga style. Sessions are tailored to your needs.
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Educator & KidSoma Practitioner
15+ years in Education working with children from ages 3-18 and families of children with Special Educational Needs. Supporting children's regulation through play. Sessions for children and parents, supporting children experiencing dysregulation and difficulty in learning, and helping parents who need guidance on how to support their child.
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I had never had any body therapy before so I was a little sceptical of what it would do. However, from the moment I arrived, Fiona had a natural ability to put me at ease. She created a calm, welcoming space where I felt completely safe and able to relax which made such a difference to the whole experience. The session itself was incredibly insightful and left me feeling more grounded and aware. I'm looking forward to my next session.
Karen S.
Testimonial from first Somatic Experiencing session
After breaking my wrist in a fall, I felt the obvious physical pain but also anxiety and I had trouble sleeping. Somatic experiencing helped me feel safe again. The gentle, attuned sessions allowed me to release deep tension and rebuild trust in my body without pushing through pain. I had sessions before and after the surgery. Being able to relax and feel supported at a vulnerable time was so important for healing. It supported my physical recovery but also the emotional shock of the accident. I would highly recommend working with Fiona to others recovering from injury or trauma.
Susie B.
Testimonial from a Somatic Experiencing client
Yoga wave is a beautiful style, almost like a gentle dance and very harmonious. I have 1:1 weekly lessons at home with Fiona as I have a back problem and the session is always suited to my needs. It's nice to practice in a group but the individual sessions mean the class is adapted to me and not me having to adapt to a group. It's been a great way to get back into the practice and build my confidence.
Gillian P.
Testimonial from Yoga Wave classes
Locations In-person
