I have been working in stress management since 2008 and became a member in 2009 and now a fellow of ISMAuk. 

My background is general nursing and then I went into midwifery and management within the NHS. Due to high levels of stress when I was working in the NHS, I undertook a Diploma in Stress Management at a local college which I enjoyed. I was able to help not only myself but some of my staff and colleagues. I know managing stress does work and I will always recommend it as a great option to other therapies, depending on the individual, company and circumstances.

I have a BA in Social Science and Arts and a Master of Business Administration and find they help with running my business YSM Solutions which is a training and consultancy based in Glasgow. I studied at a local college for a CIPD in Training Practice which was over an academic year. I have found this to be useful when carrying out training initially.

Up until the start of this year, I was carrying out sickness absence case management which I found very interesting and worked closely with management, HR and health and safety. Due to work commitments, I now carry out training and manage the services. 

YSM Solutions has approved IIRSM (International Institute of Risk and Safety Management) training 

The IIRSM approved courses are -

• Stress Risk Assessment (the most popular)
• Stress Awareness - Physical, Mental and Emotional
• Stress Awareness for Managers
• Managing Stress for Managers

Other training courses include - resilience, confidence building, assertiveness and health topics. The courses can be from one hour up to a full day.

I have written two books - Stress Management for Carers and Feel Great: How to Manage Stress and Enjoy Life

Thank you for reading my profile, and please get in touch if you would like more information on training or any of the services offered by YSM Solutions.