Gina Gardiner & Friends

Dr. Gina Gomez de la Cuesta Gina founded Bricks for Autism (now Play Included) in 2018, supported by the Cambridge Social Ventures incubator programme, University of Cambridge. Having studied LEGO therapy for her PhD at Cambridge University Autism Research Centre, Gina is co-author of the LEGO based therapy manual. Gina completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of East Anglia and has done PGCE teacher training. Gina continues to be involved with academic research in her role as Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology at the University of Cambridge. She also loves to work clinically with children and families, specializing in autism and child and adolescent mental health. She has published several academic papers on LEGO therapy, including for the I-SOCIALISE randomised control trial. She loves singing, cooking (and eating!) and traveling to Spain. Gina is passionate about supporting every child’s development through play, including her own two children, who are growing up fast! Website: https://playincluded.com  YouTube: youtube.com/@playincluded

Andrew L. Anderson is an Executive Business & Life Coach, international bestselling author, speaker, and transformational guide who has spent more than a decade helping high-achieving entrepreneurs, executives, and CEOs build lives that are as fulfilling on the inside as they appear on the outside. Having coached more than 800 individuals through breakthrough experiences, Andrew specializes in helping successful leaders overcome the subconscious patterns that keep them stuck in cycles of stress, burnout, anxiety, self-doubt, and strained relationships. His unique approach integrates neuroscience, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), Mental and Emotional Release® Therapy, values alignment, and timeless spiritual principles to create lasting transformation rather than temporary motivation. Andrew believes that true success isn't measured solely by income or influence, but by the quality of your relationships, your peace of mind, your connection with God, and your ability to live in alignment with your deepest purpose. His clients often come to him after achieving remarkable professional success, only to discover that external accomplishments cannot replace internal peace. Together, they uncover and release the limiting beliefs, emotional baggage, and unconscious programming that have quietly dictated their lives for years. He is the international bestselling author of Strength of the Oak, Strength of the Willow and is passionate about helping leaders become emotionally resilient, spiritually grounded, and deeply present with the people who matter most. When he's not coaching clients or speaking, Andrew enjoys backpacking in the mountains of Idaho, mountain biking, skiing, reading, and spending time with his wife, Chari, and their seven children. His greatest desire is to help people discover that the life they truly long for isn't found by doing more—it begins by being more. Whether speaking from the stage, hosting transformational experiences, or coaching one-on-one, Andrew's mission remains the same: to help people break free from what has been holding them back so they can lead with greater clarity, purpose, courage, and joy. https://andrewlanderson.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewlanderson85/

Hey, I’m Sammie. I’m a Shadow Alchemy Guide, spiritual life coach, Reiki practitioner, Human Design guide, and practitioner of NLP and hypnosis. I help self-aware people uncover the protection beneath their patterns, interrupt survival reactions in real time, and turn the parts of themselves they’ve been fighting into power, clarity, and self-trust. And I don’t teach this work from a safe distance. I know what it’s like to survive, react, shut down, rage, people-please, and understand exactly why you do something, yet still struggle to stop it when the moment hits. That’s why my work goes deeper than another mindset shift. I blend shadow alchemy, NLP, hypnosis, coaching, Reiki, Human Design, and intuitive guidance to work with the mind, body, identity, and energy behind the pattern. We don’t just talk about what happened. We change who takes over when life gets messy. I won’t sugarcoat your shit or shame you for having it. Healing requires compassion and accountability. Both. Website: https://website.beacons.ai/mysticshadowz

Michael Ockrim is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, the founder of Mighty Oak Athletic in Westmont, Illinois, and the author of Death Resistant. Here's the rest of the story… Family Michael has been married to Carey since 2004. They have four children and live in the western suburbs of Chicago, where he coaches his kids and their friends in a variety of sports. He and his son Nicholas founded Sunday Funday Sports, a nonprofit youth sports league, and the family stays active outdoors year-round. Author Michael writes about strength, nutrition and recovery for families. Death Resistant: A Common Sense Guide to Live Long and Drop Dead Healthy has been translated into Spanish; 13 Pounds in 30 Days and Mighty Oak Athletic Nutrition followed. He also writes a free weekly newsletter. Speaker Michael is a keynote speaker and regular podcast guest on youth strength training, family health and longevity. Talk topics and past appearances are on the Speaking page. To book him for an event or broadcast, email [email protected] Website: https://www.michaelockrim.com

Sarah Dawkins Holistic Health Coach – The Adaptation Architect After more than 20 years as a Registered Nurse, Sarah began questioning whether managing symptoms was enough to truly understand health. Her own healing journey opened the door to holistic health, the mind-body connection and a deeper understanding of how our experiences shape us. She eventually left nursing to become a Holistic Health Coach, Author and Speaker. Today, as The Adaptation Architect, Sarah brings together her clinical experience, personal journey and years of working with people to explore the adaptations that shape how we think, feel, behave and experience life. Sarah is the author of Heal Yourself and host of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, where she continues to explore the fascinating relationship between our minds, bodies and experiences. You are not broken. You adapted. Now it’s time to understand why. Website: https://sarahdawkins.com

Angela Murray is a psychology specialist, hypnotherapist, author and Scottish entrepreneur who helps ambitious women uncover the hidden beliefs that may be limiting their income, confidence and capacity to receive more. As the founder of Aurilah, a house of purpose-led boutique brands, Angela understands that financial success is not always a simple matter of working harder. Our earliest experiences of money, identity and self-worth can unknowingly shape what we charge, pursue, keep and believe is possible for us. Angela’s wealth mindset hypnotherapy sessions are designed to help clients move beyond scarcity thinking, self-sabotage and financial fear, replacing outdated subconscious patterns with greater calm, confidence and possibility. Her approach brings together hypnotherapy, psychology and practical mindset work in a way that feels grounded, compassionate and relevant to real life. Angela is also the author of Reprogram Your Mind for Riches, a thought-provoking guide to the subconscious beliefs behind financial behavior. Rather than glorifying hustle or treating wealth as a measure of personal worth, the book explores money as a source of freedom, security, choice and the ability to create a life aligned with your values. As a guest, Angela offers a refreshingly honest perspective on why intelligent, capable people can still feel stuck around money, why success may feel unsafe even when we consciously want it, and how the language we use can reinforce either limitation or possibility. Listeners can expect a warm, engaging conversation about money beliefs, confidence, visibility, receiving, ambition and the inner shifts that support lasting change. Angela’s message is simple: struggling with money confidence does not mean they are lazy, incapable or destined to stay stuck. Many of the beliefs shaping our financial lives were absorbed before we were old enough to question them. Once we recognize that, we can begin letting go of the shame, reconnecting with possibility and building a richer life with greater confidence, calm and self-belief.

Kate Alderson - Founder and CEO of Freeater Freeater began by wanting to make a difference to my family and friends. I grew up vegetarian myself. Largely inspired by seeing the daily struggles of my dad (gluten intolerant and vegetarian), (pictured above). Along with my grandma (lactose intolerant), uncle (coeliac) and friends (severe food allergies). I'm passionate about helping everyone to be able to eat with more confidence at the table. Whatever their dietary profile. Former founder of ‘Fine Art Kate’ with international clients and exhibited in the Wales Contemporary. Studied at both Cambridge & Loughborough Uni, BArch (Hons) DPS, MSt (Cam) and MSc Management (Distinction). Website: https://www.freeater.com

From Kathleen Heubner: When I divorced my husband, I hit rock bottom. I felt unworthy, like a failure, lacking purpose, direction, and passion. I felt completely lost. I realized I was walking behind him for years rather than alongside him, and I wasn’t living for ME. That’s when I knew something needed to change. Through coaching, movement, and aligning my mind, body, and spirit, I finally found the happiness I had been searching for. A fire was lit inside me, and I wanted others to feel the same joy I found.  YOUR COACH AND MENTOR.  My Mission is to empower and guide you to create inner peace and personal growth by focusing on an action plan encompassing the mind, body, and spirit.   I believe that each person's journey is unique and that empathy and understanding are essential to helping people find their life purpose and strive to become their best selves.  I am here to give you the tools and guidance to find direction and uncover the beliefs, emotions, and patterns that no longer serve you — the tools that allow you to become more confident, effective, and fulfilled.  I can’t wait for you to experience the freedom and joy that comes from within when you finally discover how to live the luxurious life you so deeply desire! Website: https://whisperswithinus.com

Ruth Pearson's life is one of overcoming challenges and using them as stepping stones to greater things. Her attendance at a women retreat, in May 2014, called 'Overcoming Emotional Baggage' was to change her life in a miraculous way and it started her journey of being an author. Ruth attended the event on the Friday, lame, unable to walk without assistance, but left on Sunday walking! You can read about this miracle in her book, 'Listening for God's Voice.' Ruth has taken her writing skills to the next level. In November 2020 she launched Listening To Your Voice Publishing. Ruth is also an inspirational motivational speaker, Wellbeing and Conflict Resolution Trainer and Coach. She is the founder of her own coaching strategy called Empowering Transformations: To Bring out the Greatness Within. With all of these skills she works with clients so they can say "yes" to new opportunities!

Steve Ferrara has been a lifelong dedicated student of spirituality since his teenage years. He has committed his life to personal development and assisting others in their spiritual journeys. For two decades, he served as an instructor for the Concept Therapy Institute, which offers comprehensive courses on physical, mental, and spiritual education. His life has also been significantly influenced by the teachings of A Course in Miracles, Eckhart Tolle, David Hawkins, and Michael Singer. Through these studies, Steve has developed a profound understanding of consciousness, presence, meditation, and inner peace. In his professional career, Steve Ferrara expanded a small family insurance business founded in his hometown of Newark, NJ, into a large financial services firm. He held the position of CEO for 25 years before selling the company in 2020 to dedicate himself entirely to his spiritual pursuits.  The tragic loss of his 23-year-old son, Christopher, followed by the passing of his wife, Alie, thoroughly challenged Steve’s spiritual understanding, prompting him to delve deeper into the questions of what and who are we, and seek greater clarity regarding death and life. Through this challenging period, he discovered the transformative and healing power of gratitude, ultimately finding a pathway to peace. In his book, Grief to Gratitude: Finding the Inner Pathway to Healing and Peace, Steve shares his most personal journal entries, providing intimate and candid insights into his emotions, struggles, and revelations. His primary goal is to offer a clear pathway for others embarking on their own journeys of self-discovery, hoping to inspire them towards peace and gratitude even in the darkest times. Steve is devoted to his family with two daughters, Dani and Alex, their growing families, and his fiancée, Jeanne. He has always made family and his commitment to personal growth and awakening his utmost priority. He lives in Delray Beach Fl, enjoys staying active, riding motorcycles, and engaging in deep, meaningful conversations. Website: https://www.stevenferrara.com