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Welcome to the Community
Previously known as Avalon Wellness Community (AWC)
If you've ever sat in a networking event, business card in hand, wondering if you're the only one feeling like a total idiot — I see you. I've been there too. The Community was born in June 2024 when I looked around and realised something was missing. A place that was gentle enough for a therapist and introvert to belong.
At times I wondered, what the hell was I doing. I was not an extrovert and I've never hosted a meetup before. But the passion was so strong that if I felt alone working as a therapist, then surely others did too. So I kept going, I kept turning up.
You know what? It worked. I am now a finalist and nominee for the community in 2 awards in 2026.
This isn't a networking group
We don't do awkward small talk, pushy elevator pitches, or business cards that end up at the bottom of your bag. What we do have is warmth, laughter, and a genuinely supportive community of brilliant therapists, counsellors, health and wellness entrepreneurs who just get it. Don't take my word for it, read what attendees have said.
A safe, non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are — whether you're just starting out, navigating the rollercoaster of running a business solo, or simply craving a chat before you turn into that person talking to themselves in the supermarket. I know the type as I have been known to do this myself!
We get to know you, the person first and foremost and then we get to know your business. As you are more than you business. Connections like these really do build a community around you that over time gradually grows your client list and your business. If you're not quite ready to join us then please do sign up to my newsletter to get a reminder of when all the meetups are taking place. And if you are ready then please grab a ticket below.
Grab a ticket now 👉Our core values
The community is always adapting to what you need for your business but at the heart of it we always:
- Treat people, as people first & with respect
- In lifting others we rise together
- Celebrate other people's successes
- Have fun, business shouldn't be boring
By encompasing these values, we get to know each other and our businesses in a natural, authentic way. This then naturally leads us to referrals and collaborations down the line.
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Since 2024
77
people attend a meetup
44%
people returned at least 1 time
27%
people returned 2 or more times
12%
people returned 5 or more times
2
collaborations made
5
guest speakers
3
spotlight sessions
3
takeover sessions
4
coffee & chats
Credit - Lindsay Alford
So who's invited?
You are! We're a wonderfully eclectic mix — and that's exactly what makes it magic. Our community includes:
- Access Bars therapist
- Bowen Technique
- Colonic Hydrotherapy
- Counsellors
- Drama therapist
- Equine Assisted therapist
- Fertility coach
- Homeopath
- Hypnobirthing
- Hypnotherapists
- Kineseology
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Meditation
- Menopause
- Mindset coach
- Nutritionist
- Personal Trainer
- Pilates
- Reiki
- Shamanic Healer
- Sound Bath
- Spiritual coach
- Upledger CrainioSacral
- Yoga
And many, many more
What you'll find here
A safe space
to show up exactly as you are
Genuine fun
we take our work seriously, not ourselves
Community spirit
that goes beyond the meeting room
Signposting
We shouldn't have to figure it all out alone
A sounding board
for all those challenges, ideas, and wins
Friendships
that actually stick
Don't just take my word for it
Here are what some of the attendees have said about the community.
The most fun I've had on a Friday for ages
I absolutely enjoyed myself and recommend to anyone considering time value in the future. It was very supportive
I found it really interesting, well presented and with heart. The exercise we did was useful and one I shall use a lot in the future
It's an opportunity for like minded people to come together and share their work, experiences, struggles etc
Very warm and friendly group! Really enjoyed it
I have attended these meetings and they are great networking events
Give yourself permission and join us at the next meetup
Stay in the loop - Get the latest community gossip
The wellness world moves fast, and so does the community. From meetup dates and member spotlights to resources, tips, and first dibs on new events — my newsletter is where the good stuff lands.
No spam. No fluff. Just the kind of updates you'll actually want to read, delivered with warmth and the occasional bit of humour.
Credit - Lindsay Alford
My Story
As a software developer, I attended so many networking events where I left feeling more lost than when I arrived. I mostly hid in the corner or gave the impression that I had a UTI as I was in the bathroom so much! I felt so out of place.
So when I started up my therapy business I felt lost and lonely. I had gone from working in a team to just me. So I set up the Community. I hadn't done anything like it before and I nearly talked myself out of it more than once. But I thought — what's the worst that could happen? Let's try and see.
I'm so glad I did. The people I've met have been nothing short of incredible. If you're a business of one, feeling a little lonely in your work, I built this for you.
If you have met me on my travels I'm likely to describe myself as:
A collector of people, but not in a serial killer way!
It's the only way I feel I can describe how I love meeting people to then sign post their businesses to potential clients. I really hope that makes sense. If not, please do come along to a meetup so I can explain properly!
Awards
It is a privilege for the Community to be a finalist at the Best BusinessWomen Awards 2026 and nominiated for the New Earth Business Awards 2026:
