My story

Hi,

My name is Kirstin and I’m a quiet natured, neuro-divergent who finds an outlet in creative writing inspired by the natural world. I recently (April 2025) qualified as a level 3 VTCT body massage therapist and am passionate about the healing power of plants, essential oils and aromatherapy. Below is a brief overview of how I got to where I am now.

I think 2020 and Covid was a catalyst for change for so many people and it was like that for me. At the time, I was living in a big city, recently diagnosed with social anxiety and I realised my lifestyle and routines were not serving me. I felt drawn to an online aromatherapy course and loved every part of it. For the first time I felt some passion and excitement stir within my apathetic self. Add to that my very good friend (she knows who she is!) who was an inspiration to me, and I started to imagine a different life for myself, full of new possibilities. I ended up hatching a plan to move to the countryside.

Fast forward three years and I’m living in the beautiful Lake District. You would think at that point all my dreams were starting to come true, but in reality, depression started to sink in and I had a lot of work to do on my mental health. That will be an ongoing journey for me, but what I found the most healing (still do!) were regular solo walks in nature, especially in the early mornings. I found my true self reflected back at me in nature, and it felt safe, grounding, with the dependable ways of nature soothing my anxiety. Through those regular walks and hikes I found the inspiration to write. I started taking a notebook with me on my walks so that I could stop and write.

Reconnecting to myself in this way has been life changing and I would love to be able to contribute to your unique healing journey using my personal experience and training, even if only in a small way.

If you are a woman with a lot of responsibilities such as running your own business, family responsibilities, trying to find a positive work/life balance, entering perimenopause or menopause, I would love to hear from you.

Scent and Botanicals is all about being inspired by nature, reconnecting to yourself, finding your inner creativity and healing the nervous system. Many mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma can be greatly improved by calming the nervous system and that will be my aim during treatments. My treatments will feel indulgent, and you will feel encouraged to take some time out for yourself and engage in unique selfcare practices that work for you in your environment.

I’m looking forward to hearing from you!