Hello!
I'm Ashley, and I'm so pleased you found your way here.
I founded Heal and Rise after making huge progress on my chronic illness recovery journey, using a holistic healing approach. You can read my story below.
About me
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I spent the last few years recovering from CFS, Long Covid and Lyme Disease, and whilst I knew my road back to health would involve healing physically, I didn't anticipate the journey I would also go on with my spiritual, emotional and mental health. I learned so much about myself on this path and truly believe that healing is a holistic process that teaches us to listen to all aspects of our being.
Because of this I'm so passionate about helping others on their own journey back to health and happiness and the life they were always meant to live. The main thing I learned on this journey is that I don't have to go back to my old life, the life I thought I 'should' be living. We are free to discover our own path in life, to do what lights us up and brings us joy, but it's so easy to lose that connection to our hearts along the way.
Thankfully, through illness I was forced to dig deep, to figure out what it was that I wanted from life so I knew what I was getting better for and what truly mattered to me. This journey was not always easy and it certainly didn't happen overnight, but it was so worth it. I learned so much about connecting with my highest self, my nervous system, neuroplasticity, manifestation, Reiki and meeting my needs and I now feel a sense of balance and joy in my life that I didn't have before. So now it is my mission to share everything I have learned with others, so they also understand the power they hold on their own health and wellbeing journey.
What else?
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I love nothing more than spending time immersed in nature- walking, paddle boarding or just sitting in the garden and watching the birds.
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Deep connections with others, my spiritual practice and being creative are the things that light up my life.
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I'm passionate about wildlife (especially birds!), protecting nature and living as sustainably as possible.
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I'm also passionate about returning to a more natural way of living, closer to how our ancestors lived, and I'm forever grateful to this journey for helping me return to the wisdom of those that came before us.
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I love exploring and going on adventures in my home in the Scottish Borders or further afield!
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I believe that healing and reconnecting with our true selves is a lifelong journey and I love to continue learning and exploring new healing methods.
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Training and Qualifications
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Health and Wellbeing Coaching Certificate (accredited by The Assoication for Coaching)
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Psychology and Counselling BSc (First Class Honours, accredited by BPS)
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Reiki Level 1 & Level 2
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Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate (60 hours, present)
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Somatic Parts Work Certificate (25 hours)
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EFT & TFT Certificate (present)
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Some more things I believe to be true...
We are capable of so much more than we are led to believe.
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It isn't selfish to fill your own cup first.
Letting go of the word 'should' is deeply healing.
Your heart already has the answers.
You deserve full health and happiness.
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You are more than enough, just as you are.
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Your body can heal itself, given the right conditions.
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Thank you for being here. If this sparks something in your soul then I look forward to connecting with you.
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Ashley x