"I am the person that I once needed and I now wish to be that person for others."
Hi, I'm Lisa. At my core lies a deep desire to connect authentically with others, engaging with compassionate understanding through seeing, listening, and truly hearing them. My natural empathy, intuitive insight, and commitment to uplifting others are the essence of who I am and what I bring.
How I Got Here
"What is a triathlon?" I asked when I was invited to enter a local event. As a complete novice in all three disciplines of swim, bike, run, I felt equally daunted as excited by the prospect but before I knew it, an affirmative "YES" came out of my mouth. Knowing my nature, I knew that no matter what, I would commit wholeheartedly. And I did. But more importantly, what time would eventually tell was that what I really said "YES" to, was in fact me – to Lisa. And that was to be a pivotal point in my life.
It was whilst I was at a low point, working as a full-time teacher with a life that had become out of balance and my well-being was suffering, I soon learnt that sport was far better than any drug that I could be prescribed. I experienced first-hand the impact of good nutrition and supplementation on mental health and performance, alongside regular exercise immersed in the beauty of the Cornish countryside, and found the simple joy in learning something new. I started to address balance in my life, I began to grow as a person, my sense of self started to rise, and in 2005 I was proud to be on the start line of my first of many Ironman distance triathlons.
What began as a personal challenge quietly became something extraordinary. I discovered I thrived over the longer distances, and with commitment, determination and the valued support of others, I found myself on start lines I could never have imagined – representing Great Britain at World and European Championships, twice at the iconic Kona Ironman, completing 12 Ironman distance races, and breaking the sub-11 hour barrier. In cycling time trials, I held the South West 50-mile female title for three consecutive years, and was proud to be sponsored by a leading sports nutrition brand – even making the front cover of Functional Nutrition magazine.
But beyond the finish lines, what those years truly gave me was an unshakeable understanding of what the human body and mind are capable of when properly nourished, supported and believed in. That understanding now sits at the heart of everything I do.
During this time, I started my trainings in various health and wellness modalities – Personal Training in the first instance to support my knowledge and practice whilst competing, followed by Naturopathic Health and Nutrition which fuelled my passion for natural health approaches. I opened myself up to the profound impact of spiritual wellness practices, and in 2015 this feeling of 'returning to myself' was accelerated through becoming a mother, which further shone a light on my core values.
In recent years I have explored the world of energies – the dimension so often overlooked in health and wellness, yet as energetic beings we simply cannot ignore it. It is this that completes the mind, body, spirit triad. In 2023 I qualified as an Integrated Energy Healing practitioner, and my practice further deepened with a 2-year Advanced Psychic Development Mentorship Diploma. This spring I embark on a trauma-informed Advanced Integrated Energy Healing Practitioner diploma – an ever-evolving commitment to this vital work.
So, my journey into health and wellness is not just a profession; it's a personal testimony to the power of holistic well-being that I experienced in my own life. This eventually led me to create and evolve The Alchemy Of You – where my knowledge, experience, and my nature serve to blend and forge the perfect alchemy for Holistic Health and Wellness Coaching. This is now my mission.
I Am The Person That I Once Needed
People that know me will affirm that I 'walk my talk' with full authenticity, applying all my beliefs and using all the tools in my tool kit as I navigate the natural ebbs and flows of life. This comprehensive approach to health is what I am here to share with you, igniting a deep-seated belief that you, too, are wholly deserving of an enriched, balanced way of living that extends beyond just the physical, material world.
Your path is unique, and so should be the support you receive. I believe it is through the fusion of mind, body and spirit that true transformation happens. It is not about a right way or a wrong way, it is about helping you to find YOUR way, and this may look different to what you have been conditioned to believe or expect. I am here to walk alongside you as you return to yourself.
"I am the person that I once needed. I can be that for you too."
You already have everything you need within you. Sometimes you just need someone to help you see it.