OUR TEAM
GET TO KNOW US A LITTLE BETTERTRAINING WITH DEPTH & BREADTH
The BeingWell is about quality teaching and training. Our mindfulness teachers have qualifications in working with the human mind and in developing people. We all also have an in-depth mindfulness practice so that we teach from real lived experience.
We maintain high standards
We all meet and follow the standards, criteria and best practice guidelines set by the UK Network for Mindfulness Based Teachers.
Trained in evidence-based programmes
We are trained to deliver evidence-based mindfulness programmes. You therefore have reassurance that the curricula are well researched for effectiveness.
Registered & qualified in human profession
We are qualified and registered professionals in own fields spanning psychology, group training and facilitation.
Experienced in everyday practice
To make theory relevant, a teacher has to live it practically and personally. We combine high levels of professional expertise with down-to-earth lived mindfulness in our day-to-day lifestyles.
SHERYLIN THOMPSON – COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST
Originally from South Africa, Sherylin is interested in tackling social inequality. As a psychologist, Sherylin sees good mental health as being fundamental to the development of individuals, families, organisations and society. She enjoys bringing mindfulness to people from a broad range of backgrounds.
Sherylin believes that emotion regulation helps people withstand hard times and even grow stronger through adversity. Sherylin sees mindfulness as a very effective way to not just manage well through difficulties but to learn and develop.
KEY CREDENTIALS
CHARTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
REGISTERED WITH BPS, HCPC, UKCP & BACP
25 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE NOT-FOR-PROFIT SECTOR
Sherylin’s favourite pastime is exploring the UK, particularly the countryside and it’s towns and villages.
PAUL FLAXMAN –
OCCUPATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
For the past 15 years, Paul has been adapting one of the recent mindfulness approaches (ACT) to help improve employees’ resilience.
KEY CREDENTIALS
AUTHOR & RESEARCHER ON MINDFULNESS IN THE WORKPLACE
CHARTERED OCCUPATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
REGISTERED WITH THE HCPC AND BACP
OUR WORK
We are committed to and passionate about our mission and values to help people maintain a healthy mind and reach their potential through mindfulness. We aspire towards embodying the principles of mindfulness in our own work and so value openness, collaboration, integrity and sensitivity. We do our best in service of our clients and community. We value working in partnership with other organisations and experts, continuously updating our knowledge, and reaching out to groups we believe we can make a difference to.
