My Approach
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I focus on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, mindset, avoidance of harmful behaviours, and social connection. Together, we can address the root cause of any pre-existing health condition or symptom, reduce the risk of future health issues, and optimise your current well-being.
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I listen with openness and curiosity to understand what’s important to you so I can help you in the best way possible. Embracing our individuality is key - people don’t fit into boxes and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. The journey to lasting change should be enjoyable, not boring or arduous. Feeling good during the process is essential as motivation naturally ebbs and flows.
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This involves questioning ourselves, our subconscious behaviour patterns and everything around us. Ultra-processed foods constitute 60% of the average UK diet, normalised without considering their impact on our internal systems. Pharmaceutical companies often fund scientific research, leading to an under-representation of lifestyle changes and promoting medications as the primary solution to most health conditions.
Awareness also involves accepting and appreciating where you are now, so you can choose the best change for you at the right time.
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I have observed that our bodies give us signals daily about our internal state - our bodies are far better at telling us when we are stressed than our conscious thought is. Approaches to this could be mindfulness practices such as yoga, breathwork, meditation, and journaling help restore and strengthen our mind-body connection.
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I encourage you to learn more about yourself - why do you have these particular habits, good or bad? What are your strengths? What is the story you are telling yourself?
From here we can start to make lasting change from a place of understanding.
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My unique perspective and approach have grown from my personal experiences and clinical encounters. Being kind, caring, and compassionate is crucial - I endeavour to give everyone a chance and see things from their perspective. My goal is to inspire, motivate, and empower others to make meaningful changes.
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Our health is closely intertwined with the health of our planet - I believe we must work towards living sustainably, respecting our Earth’s natural resources. Fortunately, lifestyle habits which benefit the environment also support our well-being, such as choosing active travel and incorporating more plant-based foods into our diets.
“A 2017 Harvard study found that medical knowledge has a half-life of just 12–18 months, meaning much of what we accept today may soon change. This highlights the need for continual learning. My goal is to help others understand their health through this ever-evolving lens.”
Background
Hi, I’m Lydia, the founder and lead clinician of Transform Through Lifestyle. My passion for lifestyle medicine comes from both personal experience and my work as an NHS GP. I’ve seen firsthand how habits, mindset, and environment shape health—and how lifestyle changes can be truly transformative.
For years, I focused on movement, nutrition, and structure, yet found myself caught in cycles of stress. It wasn’t until a turning point in 2024 that I realised I was neglecting my nervous system—the key to true healing. Our bodies can repair and thrive, but only when we create the right conditions. This realisation, along with my clinical experience, deepened my understanding of the mind-body connection. I take a holistic, compassionate approach to health—one that looks beyond symptoms to support real, lasting change.
True well-being isn’t about a quick solution—it comes from addressing all the pieces together. By combining movement, nutrition, mindset, sleep, and nervous system regulation, and the power of self-reflection, we can create the right conditions for your body to function at its best. My role is to guide and support you in finding what works for you, so you can build sustainable habits, regain energy, and feel more in control of your health.
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Bachelor of Medicine, MBChB 2014
General Practitioner, MRCGP 2021
Lifestyle Medicine Physician, Dip IBLM/BSLM 2022
Yoga Teacher Training, 2017
Yoga In Health Care Alliance, 2024
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British Medical Association
Royal College of General Practitioners
British Society of Lifestyle Medicine
Plant-based Health Professionals
Yoga In Healthcare Alliance