Meet Steph - Founder of HoYP

Hi, I’m Steph, it’s my dharma to share the healing powers of yoga and psychology with the world

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My vision

to support others in their healing journey for a calm mind, strong body and open heart…

and to lead the way for those wanting to expand their learning and development AND EMPOWER THEIR BUSINESS In yoga and psychology.

My work

I do this by offering person-centred and integrated therapy, events, training courses and mentorship in yoga and psychology, promoting both as inclusive of everybody and every body. I work with diverse communities, apply the latest evidence and research, train and educate others, advocate for equality against stigmatisation and discrimination, and empower individuals to live a life with meaning and purpose.

Experience the magic!

THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE HOUSE

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THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE HOUSE //

MY VALUES

HEALING

As human beings we have the ability to survive suffering and continue to positively grow and transform, moving with the ebbs and flows of ever-changing life.
SELF

We are human beings, not human doings; living life through the lens of yoga and psychology is a journey to ‘come back home’ to yourself. You are the expert of your own experience.
EDUCATION

As a lifelong learner, teacher, trainer and lecturer I love deepening my own knowledge and educating and empowering others through sharing skills, evidence-based practice, practice-based evidence, and embodied wisdom.
INTEGRATION

We are greater than the sum of our parts. The power of the human body and mind to transform and heal is magnified when integrated.
DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & EQUALITY

We all have a mind and a body; and somewhere beyond our similarities and differences, exists our unique experiences, all equally valuable. Every part of you is welcome.

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MEET STEPH

THE YOGA PSYCHOLOGIST

FOUNDER OF HOUSE OF YOGA PSYCHOLOGY

The personal behind the professional

Dr Stephanie Minchin sitting on a beach.

I am a woman with an empowered feminist spirit.

I was born in the countryside; before my curiosity about human beings and intrigue about the world drew me to the city.

I am in awe of nature. I love it when the light changes, nature is my nurture.

I have committed to knowing myself better through yoga and psychology; a continual process of ‘becoming’….

I am a very reflective individual, always thinking about thinking.

I explore creativity through the arts and music; writing is my catharsis.

I believe in continuous growth and transformation.

I am committed to my own therapy journey… and sometimes I feel ‘the work’ is never done.

I meditate and I move; this is my medicine.

I find contentment in rest, play, fun and love.

I am committed to deconstructing my white privilege, advocating for social justice and anti-racist action.

I am a Scorpio… if you know, you know!

My Qualifications & Trainings

Doctorate Training in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) - University of Hertfordshire (2016)
Clinical Research (MRes Post-grad. certificates) - City University London (2013)
Psychology & Sociology (BSc) - University of Leeds - 1st (2009)
Advanced Trainings in Psychological Therapies include:
Trauma-informed approaches
Narrative Therapy (Level 1 & 2, & Advanced)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Compassion Focused Therapy
Children’s Accelerated Trauma Technique (CATT)
Advanced Training in Clinical Psychology Supervision (Level 1 & 2)
Breathwork Facilitation - Just Breathe (2024)
Yoga Therapy Training (580 hrs) - The Minded Institute (2020)
Liberate Mentorship - Naomi Absalom (2020)
Yin Yoga Training (30 hrs) - Norman Blair, Yoga Campus (2019)
Yoga Like Water (30 hrs) - Dan Peppiatt (2019)
Mandala Vinyasa Training (20 hrs) - The Yoga People (2019)
School of Svadhyaya Advanced Yoga Training (30 hrs) - MoreYoga (2019)
Advanced Assisting Methodology (50 hrs) - Sunday School Yoga (2019)
Yoga Teacher Training (200 hrs) - Vivian Callegaro Yoga Academy (2014)
CPD influenced and informed by the work of Anodea Judith (PhD Bioenergetics, energy systems and chakra theories)
Somatic Internal Family Systems Level 2 (2025)
Somatic Mentorship (2025)
Somatic Internal Family Systems Level 1 (2024)
IFS Continuity Programme (2024)
Reflective Practice Training - The Tavistock Clinic (2023)
Internal Family Systems Level 2 (2023)
Internal Family Systems Level 1 (2023)
Emotional Freedom Technique & Matrix-Reimprinting (EFT-MR) (2023)
Reiki Level II - Vital Reiki (2019)
Reiki Level I - Paolo Bisazzo Reiki Master (2015)