About

Hello I'm Karen,

I am a Mindfulness and Compassion teacher and Mental Health First Aider with added training in Mindfulness for Children and Young Adults.

Accredited by the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) and certified by MHFA England.

THE SWIMMING LESSON & THE FOOTBALL GAME

My first children's book The Swimming Lesson was released in Nov 2023. One of many I wrote over ten years ago. This first book follows Hattie age 5 and her new swimming lesson, it is suitable for children age 3+.

My second book in this Series, The Football Game follows Billy, his dad, coach and brother as he tackles his nerves and expectations of play well in his local football game.  This new book is a full 32 page picture book unlike The Swimming Lesson which is a short story of 16 pages, hence the higher price.

These books promote well being and confidence in young children.

All my books will aim to guide children through times of uncertainty, explaining to them that all children feel a little afraid or unsure at times and offering simple ways in which to cope or understand why they feel the way they do. There is a gentle thread of mindfulness throughout the book. A confidence-boosting feel-good inspiring and understand book for young children.

SCHOOL VISITS

I am visiting schools in the Leicestershire area, reading my book to primary school age or older nursery school children. I am happy to take books with me should the children wish to buy on the day, or I offer a discount to parents of the schools I visit with a unique discount code to use online. If you would like more information, please contact me at quackmedia@hotmail.com

TRAINING

MINDFULNESS & COMPASSION PRACTITIONER (IMC). Accredited by the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB).

Mental Health First Aider. Certified by MHFA England. 

Mindfulness and Well-Being - Living with balance and ease - Rice University.

Foundations in Mindfulness - Rice University.

Mindfulness for Children and Young Adults (Mindfulness UK).

My day job is: www.quackmedia.co.uk