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Your Trusted Poetry Consultant in Sheffield
I am a poetry consultant with a unique approach to healing, combining over two decades of experience in complementary medicine with the transformative power of poetry. My practice focuses on using poems as therapeutic tools to support individuals navigating challenges related to disability, gender identity, sexuality, and personal transformation. I have worked alongside homeopathic remedies in the past and now specialise in poetry medicine, drawing on my background in biological sciences and postgraduate training in homeopathy.My methodology involves guiding clients through immersive poetic experiences, including daily recitation, creative exploration, and mindful engagement with texts. I am committed to creating an inclusive space where clients from all backgrounds can explore healing through poetry, informed by my involvement with community initiatives like Songs for Solace and Sanctuary and the Natural Voice Network.
Services
Poetry Medicine
Homeopathy
Womens Sacred Spiral
Songs of Solace and Sanctuary
Mindfulness @ Lunchtime
Highlights and features
- 23 years of complementary medicine experience combined with poetry therapy
- Specialised support for issues of identity and personal transformation
- Inclusive practice welcoming diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Proven methodology developed through community choir leadership
- Founder of Women's Sacred Spiral and Songs for Solace initiatives
Services
Poetry Medicine
Our poetry medicine service uses curated verses as healing tools. Clients engage in daily recitation and mindful exploration of poems tailored to their personal journey. This practice helps individuals process emotions and gain insights through the transformative power of language.
Homeopathy
Drawing on 23 years of homeopathy experience, we previously combined remedies with poetic therapy. While now focusing solely on poetry, our understanding of holistic healing continues to inform our integrative approach to emotional and physical well-being.
Womens Sacred Spiral
This collaborative initiative creates safe spaces for women's spiritual growth. Through guided sessions, participants explore personal transformation using poetry and communal support, reflecting our commitment to inclusive, identity-affirming healing practices.
Songs of Solace and Sanctuary
Community singing sessions that promote emotional and physical well-being. As administrator for the Natural Voice Network, we facilitate group singing experiences that demonstrate how collective music-making enhances mental health and social connection.
Mindfulness @ Lunchtime
Short mindfulness sessions incorporating poetry. These lunchtime practices help participants develop present-moment awareness through poetic reflection, building on our expertise in combining literary and therapeutic techniques for stress reduction.
People
Gill Upham
Poetry Consultant
With a background in biological sciences and 23 years in complementary medicine, Gill specialises in poetry therapy. She trained at North West College of Homeopathy and Dynamis School of Homeopathy, developing integrative healing approaches that combine poetry with holistic practices.
Questions
What is poetry medicine and how does it work?
Poetry medicine uses carefully selected poems as therapeutic tools. Clients engage with verses through daily recitation and mindful exploration, allowing the words to catalyse emotional healing and personal insights.
What issues can benefit from poetry therapy?
Our sessions particularly support those navigating disability, gender identity, sexuality, feminist perspectives, feelings of not belonging, birth transitions, and major life changes through poetic reflection.
How are sessions conducted?
Sessions involve collaborative poem selection, daily recitation practice, creative experimentation with texts, and mindful exploration of how verses resonate physically and emotionally with clients.
What experience does the consultant have?
With 23 years in complementary medicine, including homeopathy practice (2000-2023), and postgraduate training from Dynamis School of Homeopathy, we bring extensive experience in holistic healing approaches.
