Consultancy
I work with performing arts schools, companies, and organisations, to evaluate and consult on how to support performers in improving their wellbeing and performance.
I have delivered coaching and workshops for companies such as Matthew Bourne's New Adventures, Scottish Ballet, ENBYouthCo, and Dancers Career Development.
I was previously the Pastoral Care Manager at The Dang Academy, where I regularly led one-to-one, as well as group coaching sessions to enhance the students’ wellbeing.
Through my work with Applause for thought, I have consulted for top West End producers like Cameron Mackintosh LTD and Sonia Friedman Productions, to enhance performers' energy, mental health and overall wellbeing.
Over the years, I have identified a common problem experienced by performers–the ambition and drive needed to be successful can cause performers to neglect their heath and present needs. This is not only counter-productive, but also makes performers more prone to perfectionism, burnout, anxiety, and depression.
As a performer myself, I know that the best way to create good results is to feel my best.
I continuously study, refine and research the latest wellness methods, so I can lead performers to the success they want to achieve, without sacrificing their health.
“My energy levels are so much better than what they used to be. I feel like I am really fuelling myself with the right things, and I no longer feel scared to eat.
I have loved every single one of these sessions and I am so grateful to you.”
“So powerful! I am very happy we had this session, and I wish it was longer! It made me realise lots of stuff about myself like improvement… thank you VERY much!”
An example of what my bespoke consultancy for your school/company can include:
Well-being talks on a variety of health and wellness topics (for full list of available talks please see below)
Personalised one-to-one or group health & wellness coaching for performers
Leadership coaching for managers and educators
Collaborating with you to come up with health and wellness policies that best support your performers
Collaborating with you to come up with targeted programs to improve your performers’ energy, focus and overall well-being
In addition, here is a list of Masterclasses I can deliver to your school/company:
Performance Nutrition–Using evidence-based principles from Performance Nutrition and Dance Science to increase energy, stamina, and recovery, while reducing injuries.
The Mind-Body Connection–A deep-dive on how the mind and body communicate and how they react to stress. It also covers the gut-brain connection, and its importance to our immune system. Finally, I will teach some mind-body practices such as Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping), the Transformational Touch Technique and breath work, which can be used as tools to reduce stress and enhance overall well-being.
Mental Skills–This workshop covers mental skills such as confidence, resilience, values, goal-setting, and how to create habits to achieve goals.
Goal-setting Mastermind–How to create and implement habits that will help you achieve long-term goals. We will look at specific models such as the GROW Model, and SMART goals, that help us break down a long-term goal into micro-habits and action steps that help us get to where we want to be.
Bespoke–Bespoke sessions are individually designed to meet the needs of the receiving group. This could be specific to the company or specific to a topic that feels relevant and important.
Student, Trinity Laban
“Loved Crystal! What an inspiration.”
Student, Trinity Laban