I discovered the Alexander Technique while living in London, U K. It helped me to cope mentally and physically with the stresses of living and working in a big city. The effects after just one session were immediate and dramatic. I stopped crossing my arms and legs while sitting, stopped holding my breath while talking to strangers, stopped habitually raising my shoulders. My natural poise and ease of movement returned. The body became quiet and the mind calm.

Of course the effect of just one lesson doesn't last forever. I had to top it up. Initially, once a week and then every two weeks. Eventually, I went on to train as a teacher. First in London then, here in Cape Town, with Walter P. Vaughan-Jones.

Since qualifying, I have worked with clients ranging from 11 years to 75 years old. I enjoy seeing how regular Alexander Technique lessons improve clients' confidence, clarity of thinking and self-image; while, of course, also relieving the tension that causes the back, neck, shoulders and other psycho- physical problems that are so common today.

While my approach to my work is grounded in the time-tested principles of the AT, I also bring a spirit of creative exploration to my sessions so that they are relevant for each individual's needs and circumstances.

I am a member of the South African Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (SASTAT).