SELF TO STAGE

HELPING ACTORS & CREATIVE PERFORMERS TO SHINE AND DEEPEN THEIR CRAFT

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR NEW WAYS TO BRING GREATER DEPTH AND CONVICTION TO YOUR CHARACTER?

DO YOU FEEL DISCONNECTED FROM CERTAIN ASPECTS OF YOUR ROLE, OR STRUGGLE TO FULLY EMBODY YOUR CHARACTER’S CHOICES?

DO RELATIONAL DYNAMICS WITHIN A CAST OR CHALLENGES RECEIVING FEEDBACK HINDER YOUR WORK?

A UNIQUE, MULTI-DIMENSIONAL APPROACH - accessing the universal NATURE OF THE human PYSCHE

I combine elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS), with animistic approaches and embodiment work to help you explore the permeable boundaries between your self and your character.

My methodology allows you to tease out the underlying dynamics animating your character and viscerally understand the stories, conflicts, emotions, hopes and fears that motivate the different parts.

This approach is effective even with material that’s unfamiliar to you personally.

I can bring practical advice if you’re working with material that’s enmeshed with your own experiences, or that presents a conflict or disconnect to you personally.

I can also help if you’re finding yourself challenged by lack of confidence, or matters that are relational or interpersonal. This may include struggles around receiving feedback, communicating fluently and professionally, or navigating close physical contact.

If any of this speaks to you, I invite you to get in touch or book a session. I look forward to helping you develop and deepen your craft.

SESSIONS ARE highly bespoke, shaped by your unique history and needs. I am trauma informed and experienced holdING SPACE for SENSITIVe and challenging subjects. absolute confidentiality IS ASSURED at all times.

  • “As an actor, unlocking a character’s mindset and emotional world can be a challenge. While empathy and imagination can do much of the work, there are times when I struggle to truly understand my character’s perspective and actions.

    Using Internal Family Systems and intuitive processes, Katy guided me to explore what was already within me - helping me uncover, nurture and integrate aspects I had been unaware of. As a result, I was able to occupy my character’s mindset and step into their world with greater presence, awareness and ease.”

    - TT, Actor

  • “My collaboration with Katy has been extremely beneficial. We explored different ways to approach my character while taking into account my personal background and point of view.

    Her guidance perfectly aligned with me and I could not recommend her highly enough. I look forward to future sessions!”

    - Anda M, Actor in training

  • “Collaborating with Katy was a valuable decision – our session together gave me the opportunity to explore my scripted character’s psychological make-up in a meaningful, honest, and gentle way.

    The insightful notes, reflections, and understanding she supported me with in the session has undoubtedly enriched my relationship with the character’s perspective.

    Katy was clear and patient when educating me in the Internal Family Systems model and demonstrated its utility in character investigation. Her friendly approach was conducive to an enlightening and receptive session.”

    – Robert Thomas, Actor-student

WHAT TO EXPECT

PROCESS

EFFECTIVE METHODOLOGIES

INTEGRATON

Ahead of the session, I’ll invite you to share what you want to focus on. If the work is centred on your character, then I’ll ask you to prepare some information to help me understand the role, such as a synopsis, the givens and the section of the script that best represents the dynamics you want to focus on.

Many clients appreciate the unique way I combine these methods, whilst others specifically want to focus on one. We’ll discuss which methods, and in what order, based on your intentions, your preferences, and the length of time we are working together.

  • Internal Family Systems: an evidence based, psycho-spiritual model that recognises the multiple nature of our personality and reconnects us to the lived reality of our inherent truth - that we are whole, wise and good.

  • Coaching: I listen deeply, ask powerful questions, and name insights that may be hidden in your blind spot. We discuss the next realistic step towards your desired outcomes and I hold you accountable if that’s wanted.

  • Mentoring: I reflect back the greatness and wisdom I see, and hold in sight the person you are becoming and (paradoxically) already are.

  • Embodiment: Using physicality and sound as a gateway to creating shifts vibrationally through the extraordinary intelligence of the body.

  • Notes

  • Suggestions for practices / activities to experiment with that will take you further in the direction you’re wanting to travel.

POPULAR ENGAGEMENT OPTIONS

  • STANDARD SESSION

    ●  90 MINUTES

    Investment: £80

    I have some places at concessionary rates - please ask for details.

  • DEPTH SESSION

    ●  3 HOURS

    Investment: £155

    To be used within 1 month, in blocks of either 60 mins, 90 mins or a half day.

  • PROJECT BASED

    Longer engagement periods can be arranged. Please contact me to discuss your needs.

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ABOUT ME

Details of my work other work

My dance and musical theatre training began age 4, attending classes at least three days a week until the age of 19. I competed in festivals across the country, reached the advance level British Ballet Organisation examinations, and took part in many professional performances. In sixth form and at University I choreographed numerous musicals including Guys and Dolls, Cabaret and Jesus Christ Superstar.

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