Breathe. Play. Heal.
A sanctuary to breathe, play and return. The body holds an innate wisdom and capacity for healing. With the right support, safety and space, we can begin to listen to that wisdom and reconnect with ourselves.
Awaken. Heal. Return.
Healing is an organic remembering, not a brokenness to fix.
"The body holds an innate wisdom and capacity for healing. Through play, creativity, breath and reflection, I offer different pathways towards healing and a deeper connection with yourself. Whether you are looking for support for your child or seeking space for yourself, you will be met with warmth, presence and respect for the experiences that have shaped you."
Play & Creative Arts Therapist · Rebirthing Breathwork Practitioner
Choose Your Path
Awaken with Ateka brings together Play and Creative Arts Therapy, Rebirthing Breathwork and restorative experiences for children through to adults.
Breathwork
Rebirthing breathwork — a gentle, connected breathing practice that invites you to move beyond thought, listen more deeply to your body and reconnect with yourself.
Play & Creative Arts Therapy
A safe, supportive space where children and young people can express feelings, process experiences and grow in confidence — without needing to find all the words.
Restorative Experiences
Experiences that bring together breath, play, creativity and nature — Elemental Immersion, Stay & Play for adults, and seasonal retreats offering space to slow down and return to yourself.
Restorative Experiences
Group Breathwork Circle
A shared sanctuary where each person follows their own breath while being held by the presence of the group. Studio 4.31, St Margaret's House, 151 London Rd, Edinburgh.
Stay & Play: Therapeutic Creativity
Creative gatherings for adults to reconnect with play, expression and self-discovery through clay, art, sand, music or imaginative play.
Half-Day Retreat
A gentle pause from everyday life offering space to breathe, create and reconnect — grounding, therapeutic play, breathwork and reflection.
Groups are kept small to preserve a sense of safety, care and personal attention.
“I have had an incredibly positive experience with you. From our very first visit you made my child feel safe and understood without judging me. The sessions are engaging and you have a wonderful, gentle approach that helped my child open up naturally with you. As a parent I feel listened to and included throughout the entire process, so thank you for all the help.”
— Sylwia, Parent (Play Therapy)
“Your sessions were so helpful and I’m really grateful for the guidance you gave me. Such kind, wise and practical support. I felt truly heard and understood, and the advice I received made a real positive difference at home. Your support has been such a blessing. Highly recommended. Thank you.”
— Faarah, Parent (Parent Coaching)
“The session was really good — I felt so much lighter and calmer after it. I had the best sleep of my life on Tuesday night! The experience was wonderful. I didn't really know what to expect as I had never done this before, but you talked us through everything so thoroughly. Thank you so much.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“The session was so good. I felt so relaxed the whole evening and had such a good sleep. It was such a good experience and very eye-opening.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“A huge thank you for yesterday. It was a wonderful moment — the experience and the whole atmosphere. I loved it and am so grateful to you. I feel great!”
— Breathwork Session Client
“I had a really good sleep compared to recent nights. I feel very relaxed, mentally and physically. As I mentioned, we forget how important breathing exercises are — it was a good reminder. Thank you.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“It was an impressive session. I had never heard of this technique before. I appreciated your guidance so much. After the session, I felt the calm and clarity I had been needing.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“Thank you for helping me make space for breathing. It changed my rhythm in a calmer way and gave me the opportunity to slow down and see more clearly. Your studio space is so lovely. Congratulations on your new initiative!”
— Breathwork Session Client
“I found it very relaxing. I felt genuinely happy this weekend, and I normally get quite anxious about getting everything done before the working week begins.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“The session was helpful and interesting. I felt calm for the rest of the day. I had never heard of breathwork therapy before — it was quite enlightening and something I would like to try again. Thank you.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“I really enjoyed your session — it was so relaxing!”
— Breathwork Session Client
“Yesterday I felt very light, and I still do today. My shoulders feel tension-free. I really enjoyed myself and felt the experience was wonderful.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“I arrived a little frazzled from family life, but left feeling calm, collected and deeply relaxed. Once I got the hang of breathing deeply, I felt my body take on a natural rhythm, like gentle waves on a beach. Thank you for allowing me to experience the breath.”
— Breathwork Session Client
“I found the session really helpful — it definitely helped my nervous system. I really enjoyed the experience overall, thank you so much.”
— Breathwork Session Client