The Breathing PT - Dereham

Vicki

Kelly is brilliant! Really warm, friendly and trustworthy. She really knows her stuff and is excellent at tailoring it to the person. For example, I have been feeling quite overwhelmed with other parts of recovery from Long Covid like sorting medications, physio and therapy and so Kelly has kindly tailored the amount she gives me to ensure it’s manageable and achievable. We’ve also spaced my sessions out so I’ve been able to learn how to breathe standing up/exercising once I’m actually doing those things. She’s been really great and I’d recommend her to anyone who has a breathing pattern disorder.

Simply Mindfulness

Kelly helped my 14 year old son get back to sports after pneumonia. His recovery had plateaued 2 months after hospitalisation. He still had ongoing chest pain and breathlessness with exertion. Kelly did a thorough assessment and reassured us there was nothing worrying. She was very knowledgeable and I felt confident she would have sent us back to the doctor if needed. He had simply developed an abnormal breathing pattern from when he was very ill. She gave him plenty of education and some simple breathing exercises. 3 weeks later his symptoms have massively improved and he is back doing his sports. Can’t thank you enough Kelly.

Lesley Hall

Kelly was very responsive to my initial enquiry and instantly came across as being very personable. On first assessment, she was very thorough and clearly knowledgeable. Throughout all the sessions she continued to be very efficient and skilled - with a good splash of humour. My breathing is hugely improved thanks to Kelly. She is open, honest and incredibly good at her job.

Stella Sheldon

I went to see a general physio who identified a potential breathing dysfunction. I found Kelly on google and was really impressed by her knowledge on the assessment.

After just one session I was able to take big steps in resetting my breathing, as soon as the drive home. My issue was mainly ‘air hunger’ and holding my breath then taking big gasps for air. I have done this since childhood and always felt my breathing was off, but I had no idea how abnormal it was. I have had 2 sessions with Kelly so far and intend to have a further session in the future.

I highly recommend working with Kelly as her knowledge and passion in helping people in this area is amazing, and it is worth every penny. It is an ongoing practice to develop my new healthy breathing pattern, and not a magic fix. It has shifted my perspective and awareness around breathing, and I know she is there if I need further support.
Thank you Kelly!

Jessica Wainman-Lefley

Kelly has been a joy to work with. She is super knowledgeable and a really clear communicator. Her advise is so practical and expert, she has really helped to improve my breathing in a short space of time. Thanks so much Kelly!

Teresa McAleer

I had been struggling with a Breathing Pattern Disorder for many months before discovering Kelly, as a result of two Covid infections. As a result of her expert assessment and treatment, my breathing has improved dramatically. I would wholeheartedly recommend her. Thank you Kelly.

Laura Davis

I went to see Kelly as I was struggling with my breathing after being given a diagnosis of bronchiectasis. I knew that in order to manage this condition I needed to learn how to clear my airways, but was very unclear on how to do this. Kelly was so supportive, so clear and so encouraging that, after only three sessions I felt confident enough to manage on my own. I would have no hesitation in recommending the Breathing PT. She is an absolute jewel.

Isabelle Kember

I saw Kelly via Zoom in 2021 after struggling for 15 years with hyperventilation syndrome. I had previously seen several breathing specialists in Auckland and Melbourne (along with countless other medical professionals!) and they had not been able to help me. When I came across Kelly's Instagram account I was keen to book in some sessions, but also felt a little skeptical after years of spending money on specialists who couldn't help! However, after just one session I felt confident that Kelly would be able to help me to get on top of my breathing, and to my great relief she did!

After years of battling with air hunger and tension, I can now breathe comfortably. My chest has actually changed shape quite noticeably as I'm no longer taking great big breaths into my chest. Before my sessions with Kelly, breathing diaphragmatically when standing or sitting down felt impossible, but now it is automatic! My breath-holds have also improved dramatically and this has had a huge impact on my swimming ability.

I used Kelly's exercises alongside the Lightning Process which helped me to address some of the underlying issues with anxiety, and I found that the two approaches combined have had such a huge impact on my overall wellbeing. Every once in a while my breathing will feel a bit off again - but Kelly gave me a great set of resources to use, and so I've always been able to get myself back on track.

Kelly is incredibly knowledgable and communicates in a very accessible and supportive way. She helped me to understand the physiology behind my breathing issue and what to expect as I started to put the exercises into practice. I found the overall process to be very manageable (although at times uncomfortable) and appreciated the clear outline that Kelly provided for treatment. Having the sessions via Zoom was absolutely fine - Kelly was able to detect subtle issues with my breathing that many in-person specialists had missed!

I am so grateful and relieved that I found Kelly when I did, and recommend her wholeheartedly.