testimonials
“From the first session (truly, the first!), I was stunned by how I felt.
Something shifted, something…released. At the same time, I experienced a profound sense of space and relief. My mind felt clearer, my emotions calmer, and for the first time in a long time, I felt rest within myself. Fiona’s approach felt different immediately. From the questions she asked, to the space she held, I felt safe, at ease, and open to something new.
Fiona guided me in reconciling and reframing my childhood memories. They are still a part of me, but they no longer hold me back. Instead of something dark and controlling, they now sit gently within my “hall of memories”, acknowledged, understood, and no longer defining who I am.
I’ve been freed to rediscover myself”.
KIM MAY - LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER & OWNER
“A wonderful human doing wonderful things for humanity.
Having met Fiona previously, I sensed a very kind and compassionate person who fully understands the human condition. Someone who talks with a warm heart and understanding, not from a book, but from the school of life. My experience was deeply insightful and profound, thanks to Fiona and the safety I felt being in her presence.
I am forever grateful for the insights, the learnings, the release of old emotions that were well and truely bottled up. But mostly, I am forever grateful to Fiona for providing a place for me to surrender deeply to the experience so I could gain and release all that I did.
I am forever grateful for my breathwork experience with Fiona.”.
LEIGH KEEPA HORO - FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
“Since working with Fiona, life has become so much better across all my relationships, including my relationship to alcohol and work, with the biggest shift of all being in my family life.
I noticed a change straight after I walked out of my first session, with the biggest changes coming after sessions 2 and 3. What surprised me most was how fast the results came compared to other forms of therapy. Fiona provides a safe, unassuming space for you to get your work done.
She goes above and beyond to customise your session, the music, process, goals, everything. I can’t speak more highly of her approach”.
NICK MAY - DIRECTOR
“What sets Fiona apart is her ability to strike a balance between professionalism and creating a deeply personal experience.
What truely stood out to me was Fiona’s intuitive guidance throughout the entire journey. Before, during and after the session, she demonstrated a profound understanding of my needs. She approaches her sessions with the upmost care, offering a nurturing environment while maintaining a level of expertise that instills confidence. Her thoughtfulness and compassion are evident in every aspect of her work, I felt genuinely seen and respected.
I cannot recommend working with her enough. If you are seeking a safe, transformative experience guided by a compassionate and intuitive practitioner, I wholeheartedly encourage you to embark on this journey with Fiona”.
NATALIE WILLOUGHBY-GRAHAM - SOCIAL WORKER & PRACTICE MANAGER
“What an amazing experience my 1:1 session was with Fiona. I’ve had breathwork sessions before but never this deep and meaningful.
I am so indebted….Fiona definitely knows her stuff, she guides you with so much love and compassion. I have never experienced anything like it before and following my session, I now know I’m on the right path.
Life has certainly shifted in the right direction and it’s so exciting. My future looks and feels so bright. To feel trust in Fiona and in myself was everything. I will now carry on with the journey that Fiona has supported me to set in place”.
ANONYMOUS - CREATIVE DIRECTOR
“Wow, who knew?
Experiencing breathwork for the first time was such a unique experience for me. I went in feeling quite vulnerable and anxious. However, Fiona was there to support and guide me throughout, which made me feel safe.
I was able to really let go and explore the full experience. She made me feel totally at ease and not at all self conscious. The feelings I experienced during the session were both physical and emotional. I had an overall sense of feeling complete. That brought feelings of joy and acceptance in me that I haven’t felt before. These carried on after we had finished the session and have remained with me since.
I definitely recommend breathwork to anyone who is curious, and highly recommend working with Fiona”.
JOANNE MITCHELL - AREA MANAGER
“I first tried breathwork over 10 years ago, but nothing prepared me for the transformative experience I had with Fiona during my 1:1 session.
Words cannot fully capture the depth of my experience with her, but it’s impact has been truly profound. It transended the physical, allowing me to uncover deep wounds and release painful beliefs. I am forever grateful to Fiona for this.
Her love and passion for her work are evident in everything she does. The attention to detail that she brings to your session is beautiful, and I was blown away even before my first breath. Fiona is also a joy to be around, her energy alone is uplifting and healing.
She posseses a true gift, and I feel honoured that I got to experience it”.
EMMA THOMSON - PERSONAL SYTLIST & STYLE COACH
“This was not just an ordinary breathwork event, it was the creme de la creme!
I’ve waited for years to attend an in person breathwork event with Fiona. I promised myself as soon as she came to the UK, that I would go and am so glad I did. What really stood out was her ability to quickly create safety and connection within the group. Feeling this is what allowed me to embrace any emotions I felt.
I was stunned by where my breath had taken me. I had no idea that it was capable of that. It was way beyond what I ever imagined. My biggest takeaway was feeling that I can trust in myself and embrace any parts of me that may be needing more compassion and peace.
If you are thinking of working with Fiona, I would say, do not hesitate. It will open up your world”.
REBECCA GEORGIOU - HOLISTIC MASSAGE THERAPIST
“Fiona is a rare breed, who is generous with her time and will work with you to get you to where you want to be, without any cutting corners.
She has this way of relating to people with just the right amount of humour, whilst maintaining a professional presence that made us all feel we were in the safest of hands. The depth of trust that Fiona established, not just with me but with everyone in the room, is really hard to put into words.
What struck me the most was that I left at the end, feeling a deep sense of being able to trust myself and my intuition more than when I arrived, something I didn’t even know I needed.
If you ever get the opportunity to work with her in any capacity, you should absolutely grab it”.
ADELE QUINN - MOTORBIKE INSTRUCTOR
“What initially drew me to breathwork was a wananga I did with Matt Brown from “She’s not your Rehab”. Along my journey of healing, I linked up with Fiona who took me through my first breathwork experience which I really enjoyed.
One of the biggest beliefs I had been holding onto was always thinking that I wasn’t enough. The work with Fiona helped me to undertsand that this wasn’t true. This revelation has positively impacted me daily by being able to now be more patience and be more conciously aware of what I’m doing.
What I really liked abut how Fiona worked is that it was tailored from start to finish, in terms of the initial questionaire through to the breathwork journey, which made everything feel just right. It was also to a really high standard and so if I do breathwork again with other people, I have a high expectation of what to expect”.
FITZ REFITI- FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
“A breathwork journey with Fiona is truly magical.
Entering the space that Fiona creates is one of the most powerful and healing gifts you can give to yourself. Fiona is a highly skilled Facilitator with a deep empathy and understanding of what it means to be human. I couldn’t recommend this experience more highly”.
EMBER SPRING HARTWELL - PHYSIOTHERAPIST
“Most powerful experience of my life.
I have been working on my meditation practice for years and decided to attend Fiona’s workshops with no expectations and was truly blown away. The amount of personal insight and realisations was emotional and eye-opening. I honestly never knew we could journey so deep within ourselves.
I strongly recommend anyone to attend who is ready for a life changing journey”.
ERIC LA FRANCE - STREET TO HOME KEYWORKER
“This was an amazing session, wish we could have had longer.
I’ve done a fair amount of mindfulness and meditation work, but nothing like this. Incredible results, I haven’t felt that calm, relaxed and at peace in a long time”.
LEADERSHIP NEW ZEALAND PROGRAMME PARTICIPANT
“Coming to one of Fiona’s workshops was the most enlightened experience I have ever had.
I initially felt anxious, however, the safety that Fiona carried through her entire being allowed me to connect to her calmness. During the journey, I experienced deep flowing emotions, which broke through all my fears, showing me what to release to be able to grow into who I really am. It was so beautiful and unexpected.
My advice - Take the step to be vulnerable in this space with Fiona. You won’t regret it”.
JASMINE TELEIAI - YOUTH WORKER
“Thank you Fiona for taking me on an absolutely magical journey.
I have never attended a full breathwork session before and so this was my first. Fiona created a spiritually safe place for me. It has now been more then 24 hours and I still feel the vibration of our session and an opening of my own higher power. Just incredible.
Mauri aroha”.
ELISHA-MAY LEMON - SERVICE MANAGER - AUCKLAND CITY MISSION
“Fiona puts in a level of care, attention and effort unlike any other Facilitator I’ve worked with which helped me to really surrender into the experience. I felt so safe and after clearing the emotional blocks, I was able to connect to my true strength, courage and wisdom to live a life of service and play!
We tapped into some limiting beliefs from my childhood that I wasn’t aware of, and felt a weight lift from my system as we explored how they had been impacting my current reality. Thank you Fiona for helping me to remember the power of my authenticity and for holding me with so much love”.
GEMMA ROSE - SELF LEADERSHIP COACH, KEYNOTE SPEAKER & BREATHWORK PRACTITIONER
“Simply amazing. This workshop changed the way I think about stress management and giving myself space and time. Also - how intentional breathing can totally impact your wellbeing”.
LEADERSHIP NEW ZEALAND PROGRAMME PARTICIPANT
“This morning I had an incredible experience…it was my first journey into breathwork.
I had a few thoughts about what it might be like, but it was so rejuvenating and healing. Fiona guided me on the journey and it was a very safe and secure experience. I can’t really articulate what happened but I feel like a million bucks and I’ve been feeling so s*** lately…there was some stuff that has definitely shifted. I’ll be back and if you wanna do some deep self work, I can’t recommend Fiona enough. I’ll be doing more journeys with her for sure”.
MIMI KELLY - CREATIVE DIRECTOR
“Fiona’s workshop was an amazing eye-opening experience that showed me how much unconscious stuff we can heal with the breath alone. I'm forever grateful. Fiona’s take away exercise has certainly had an immediate and calming effect, and I'm glad to have this tool in my arsenal now.
Fiona is an amazing and down to earth teacher. Couldn't have asked for a better guide. The perfect balance for an effective and practical workshop”.
EUGENE HOOPER - MOTION DESIGNER & EDITOR
“I went into breathwork with Fiona not knowing much about the process and with little expectation as to what would happen. From the start I was made to feel comfortable and supported and I found her guidance reassuring and easy to follow.
The surprising part was the depth of the experience that ensued, something that I have since used to change and improve my life in meaningful ways. Fiona appeared to have an intuitive knowing of where to be and who to support at the right time and I will certainly join another Breathwork session with Fiona when I get the chance.
Highly recommended”.
GEOFF MERCER - SHAMAN
“I was somewhat nervous driving towards my first breathwork session. However, Fiona’s presence made it easy to feel like I was home. Fiona guided me through my breathwork journey where I experienced feelings of love, joy and pure bliss.
With the tools, guidance and insights that I’ve received from working with Fiona, I’m able to make changes in my life and inspire my family, friends, colleagues, clients, and new connections to come.
Thank you Fiona”.
KRISTIAN CHARLES - EDUCATOR
“Working with Fiona has been life changing.
The breathwork sessions I have done with Fiona have been deeply healing. Throughout these powerful experiences I have felt both supported and nurtured and Fiona guided me through the session with integrity and sensitivity. I now have a daily breathwork practice which I can feel activating and shifting energy in my body as well as grounding and supporting me”.
ANNA TOZER - EDITOR
“Wow! I was so inspired by this workshop.
It took me to another place. It helped me understand the importance of listening to my breath. The importance of the nervous system and of being in harmony. How we have moved away from making decisions from the heart to one focused solely on the brain, and that leadership is all about connection and self-awareness.
Thank you Fiona”.
LEADERSHIP NEW ZEALAND PROGRAMME PARTICIPANT
“Being supported by Fiona is such a gift.
Fiona instinctively knew when to offer guidance which gave me the confidence to keep breathing, even when I felt challenged. She also seemed to know exactly when to offer physical touch which helped me to feel safe and allowed me to relax. I cannot express how wonderful the whole experience was from beginning to end. Feeling very grateful.
If you have an opportunity to work with Fiona, jump at it”.
DAVID COLBERT - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
“There is a reason why I call Fiona an exemplary human (much to her embarrassment).
She has a lifetime of invaluable experience supporting other humans in need, always to their great gain. And she is as inspiring, caring, trustworthy, honest, uncynical, and as huge hearted as anyone you could ever want. Wisdom born out of experience.
Safe hands/warm heart – what could be more needed in the world right now?”
MARCUS GEORGIOU – JOURNALIST
“Absolute gratitude to Fiona for holding such a supportive space.
Feeling on top of the world to be honest. If anyone is intrigued or feels a pull to one of Fiona’s workshops, I can vouch for her calm and inviting energy. Bring on the next level”.
JORDAYLA SANGSTER – ENTREPENEUR
“Fiona brings with her a lifetime of experience and has no trouble creating space for her clients no matter where they come from or what challenges they are currently faced with.
She creates a safe nurturing environment and intuitively assists you in your breathwork journey. Not only does she create a safe space, but most importantly, she always ensures you are fully supported before sending you back into the world again”.
JOHN VAN HUENEN - BREATHWORK FACILITATOR
“Wow - This workshop was magic - I have never felt so many things all at once and all together. I was guided, protected and enlightened, all whilst being held in such a safe space.
I always felt there was a part of me that needed “fixing” but now I know it’s so much more than that. I can just take it all in, follow my path and believe in the power of my body.
Thank you, thank you, thank you Fiona. For your guidance, for bringing me on this journey and for being such a beautiful guide”.
CHLOE STONE – EDUCATOR
“I attended one of Fiona’s workshops and was absolutely mind blown at how powerful and beautiful the whole experience was.
Fiona made me feel so comfortable and grounded from beginning to end. I felt completely safe throughout the entire workshop. I have been back since and definitely plan to attend many more”.
HOLLY DAVEY - EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER
“Words can’t articulate my experience and the impact that Fiona’s breathwork workshop has had on me.
Fiona, with graceful light, held space for me to begin to soften, with which I was able to experience what I can only explain as the perfect juxtaposition of challenge, confrontation, beauty and release.
The effects from this workshop have unlocked something within me and armed me with some helpful tools to help me on my journey”.
TRACY SARGANT ROBERTS – CREATIVE DIRECTOR
“Total calmness. I deeply appreciated the breath workshop with Fiona. I found her to be a beautiful soul and really enjoyed spending time and space with her”.
LEADERSHIP NEW ZEALAND PROGRAMME PARTICIPANT
“Thank you Fiona for such a beautiful experience. Your soothing energy & natural way of holding space was very special indeed.
Much was felt in this workshop. I'm still enjoying the unravelling of what shifted in our session, especially trusting & accepting felt much easier & embodied within me”.
CINDY FARRAR - MARKETING EXECUTIVE
“The breathwork journey with Fiona was outstanding.
Fiona is very gifted and led the journey with great professionalism, compassion, and care. I felt completely safe throughout and was able to deeply relax into the experience. Fiona was by my side as soon as I needed, guiding me with ease and calmness. The self-healing that has occurred since the journey has been profound and lasting.
All I can say is, don’t hesitate if you ever have the opportunity to work with Fiona”.
GABRIELE WOESTE - DESIGNER
“This was a true revelation.
Talk about unlocking new powers that you didn't know you were capable of. The way Fiona guided us was gentle, and kind, and full of grace for how different people engaged with the activities”.
LEADERSHIP NEW ZEALAND PROGRAMME PARTICIPANT
“Powerful…This was my first time doing anything like this. I went in with an open mind and no expectations, and I left with all the clarity I so desperately needed right there and then.
This session was something I never knew I needed. Fiona’s guidance, care and love was key in making this session what it was for me. Thank you Fiona for your kindness and for the light that you are, creating a safe space for me to experience what I did”.
TIANA LUAMANUVAE – POLICY SOLUTIONS REPRESENTATIVE
“Being brand new to breathwork, I was unsure what to expect but WOW, what an experience.
Fiona is so warm and welcoming. She was able to guide me every step of the way and created the space I needed to allow myself to feel comfortable throughout my time with her. Within days of a single 1:1 session with Fiona, I started to make the changes I needed and it’s been life changing. Thank you Fiona.
If the opportunity ever presents itself to work with Fiona, grab it. You will truly not be disappointed”.
DEE HURDOWAR - REGISTERED NURSE