Speaking

Helen is a sought-after speaker drawing on over 30 years of clinical and business experience in the massage and wellbeing industry.

She brings practical insight, warmth and authority to conferences, professional development days, association events and training settings, speaking directly to therapists at every stage of their careers.

Speaker Topics

  • How to build a long, fulfilling therapist career without burning out.

    Working in a physically and emotionally demanding profession can take its toll, but it doesn't have to. Drawing on over 30 years in practice Helen explores the habits, boundaries and mindset shifts that allow therapists to keep doing the work they love for the long term, without sacrificing their own health and wellbeing in the process.

     ATTENDEES WILL LEARN:

    • How to use energy wisely so it works with you and not against you

    • Practical strategies to avoid burnout and sustain a long career in practice

    • How to set boundaries that protect both you and your clients

    • How to recognise early signs of fatigue and burnout and what to do about them

  • The art of connection and why aftercare matters as much as the treatment

    The best therapists understand that what happens before and after a treatment can be just as important as the treatment itself. Helen shares how genuine rapport, clear communication and thoughtful aftercare advice transform a one-off appointment into a lasting client relationship and a thriving practice.

    ATTENDEES WILL LEARN:

    • How to pick up clues from your client to deliver an effective outcome every time

    • How to build trust quickly and make clients feel genuinely cared for

    • The role of aftercare advice in enhancing the client journey, reinforcing results and encouraging rebooking

    • How to train your instincts using the Sherlock factor

  • A clear starting point for new and experienced therapists who want to raise their game.

    Whether you are newly qualified or have years of experience behind you, there are always moments when you ask yourself: am I doing this right? Could I be doing this better?

    Helen cuts through the noise to give therapists a clear framework for what it actually means to be good at this job and how to get better.

     ATTENDEES WILL LEARN:

    •  How to define the kind of therapist you want to be and build towards it

    • The 5 Ps of a good massage therapist and how to apply them in practice

    • How to be the best in your chosen therapy field

    • Why experience alone does not make you the best, and what does

  • "Helen's presentation to members of the Sports Massage Association on mentoring was clear, concise and highly knowledgeable, presenting the topic in a way that was both accessible and engaging. She communicated her ideas with professionalism and credibility. Helen also represented the SMA at PARN, where her presentation was thought-provoking, prompting genuine engagement from attendees".

    Yvonne Blake, Chair Sports Massage Association

  • "Helen has been an active member of the PARN CPD Forum for some time, and in 2025 she delivered a presentation to the group on how she developed the CPD review process and supporting policies for the Sports Massage Association. Members greatly valued the opportunity to learn from her experience, particularly how the system has evolved and matured over time, offering practical insights into building a robust and effective CPD framework."

    Francesca Service, Membership & Communications Coordinator Professional Associations Research Network (PARN)

  • "Excellent well presented, very informative and enjoyable"

    Joyce S, Stress workshop