I'm so excited to share the exciting lineup of masterclasses and webinars for 2025.
With global mental health challenges on the rise, aromatherapy has never been more crucial. I'm passionate about combining the power of aromatherapy with positive psychology strategies to enhance your well-being. My upcoming presentations will delve into topics like:
- The Science of Scent and Positive Psychology: Discover how to harness the power of essential oils to boost your mood, resilience, and optimism.
- The Kotodama of Scent: Embark on a journey through Japanese culture, exploring the profound connection between words, scent, and wellness.
- The Latest in Aromatherapy Research: Stay up-to-date on the latest scientific findings, including the clinical implications of inflammation, pharmacokinetics, and the role of aromatherapy in managing cardiovascular diseases.
I am also honoured to be a speaker at the NAHA 2025 Conference in October, where I'll be sharing more insights and practical applications of aromatherapy.
As we look forward to a brighter 2025, I wish you a joyous holiday season filled with love, laughter, and relaxation. May the new year bring you health, happiness, and countless opportunities for growth.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Christmas catch up
Tuesday 17 December at 7am Queensland time
I hope you can all join me for our last live session for the year, in which we reflect on the year that was and get excited over what is in store for us in 2025.
Held on Zoom and available exclusively for Aromatree Academy Members.
The Power of Character Strengths (approx. 2 hours)
Tue 28 January 2025
In which we discover the 24-character strengths defined by the VIA Institute of Character and how together with essential oils you can unlock your potential, to become more resilient, and learn how to manage stress better and flourish.
Broadcast Live via Zoom, included with
Cultivating Resilience (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 11 February 2025
In which we apply the latest neuroscience research to our responses to stress and uncertainty and how to cultivate our resilience with essential oils.
Aromatherapy and Hildegard of Bingen (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 11 March 2025
For the 2025 International Woman’s Day we explore the work of Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) who is not only considered one of the most important German mystics of the Middle Ages, but also the first German woman physician, whose work also helped lay the foundations for naturopathy and holistic healing practices. She was a mystic, composer, counselor to kings and church leaders, author, scholar, scientist, and herbalist.
We examine Hildegard’s philosophies on healing and why they are still not only relevant in this modern age and how it can be used to enhance our understanding of essential oils and aromatherapy practice.
The Art of Natural Perfumery Master Class (approx. 4 hours) face to face and online
Sat 12 April 2025
In which I present a four-hour hands-on workshop to launch the long-awaited Certificate of Natural Perfumery course. The most comprehensive natural perfumery course around. There are 8 modules in the course with over 60 hours of study involved plus assignments and major project. Today we will learn some of the basic skills for creating stunning innovative natural perfumes and the face-to-face students will be able to put their skills into practice and create a natural aromatherapy-based perfume.
Establishing Guidelines for Therapeutic Blending (approx. 1 ½ hours)
Tue 15 April 2025
In which we establish guidelines for a holistic approach to prescribing essential oils in holistic aromatherapy. We explore the principle of the individual prescription and how this can be used to create a therapeutic blend that is also aesthetically pleasing. This webinar will include many practical examples give you the confidence of creating a therapeutic blend.
Ancient wisdom, modern healing - Integrating the Japanese philosophy of kotodama with aromatherapy to support mental health – followed by the launch of the Kotodama of Scent Book (approx. 4 hours)
Sat 24 May 2025
The masterclass explores the fascinating intersection of kotodama (the Japanese belief in the spiritual power of words) and aromatherapy. Discover how to integrate these elements into your daily life to enhance mental wellbeing and support personal growth.
We explore 28 carefully chosen Japanese words – words that evoke concepts such as beauty, impermanence, resilience, tranquillity, and mindfulness – and pair them with essential oils that resonate with the spirit of the word.
Whether you are an aromatherapist or simply curious about the profound interplay between words and scent, this masterclass will open a door to a new dimension of self-care. It will offer a path of nourishment and provide a unique and powerful approach to addressing mental health challenges.
Essential oils and Cancer (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 17 June 2025
In which we explore the latest research on the origins, management and prevention and cancer and whether essential oils can play a role in the management of or the treatment of cancer.
Aromatherapy and Inflammation (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 22 July 2025
Inflammation is considered the culprit to many lifestyle diseases. In this webinar we explore the impact of inflammation on our health and wellbeing and how essential oils can play a critical role in reducing inflammation.
Pharmacokinetics of Essential Oils (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 17 Aug 2025
In which we explore the latest research exploring the pharmacokinetics of essential oils – the study of how oils are absorbed, distributed, metabolised and eliminated by the body. Understanding these processes can significantly impact how we use essential oils to maximise their therapeutic benefits and ensure safe practice of aromatherapy.
Aromatherapy and Hypertension (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 17 Sep 2025
In which we explore ways to improve our cardiovascular health by reducing hypertension. We examine the role that essential oils can play in reducing hypertension and improving our cardiovascular health.
Beyond the Nose (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 14 Oct 2025
In which we explore the hidden olfactory system of ectopically located olfactory neurons (olfactory neurons that are located throughout the body) and the potential implications for aromatherapy, shedding light on why traditional aromatherapy practices have proven so effective and opening up new possibilities for therapeutic applications.
NAHA Beyond Aromatics 2025 conference
Oct 23-25, 2025
I am so excited to be invited to speak live at the NAHA 2025 Conference. The title of my presentation will be:
Ancient wisdom, modern healing – integrating the ancient Japanese wisdom of kotodama with the science of character strengths into our aromatherapy practice to support mental wellbeing.
In which I will delve into the fascinating convergence of ancient Japanese wisdom of Kotodama, the contemporary science of character strengths along with aromatherapy to promote and enhance mental wellbeing.
Discover how essential oils can embody the Kotodama (power) of Japanese words, and help cultivate key character strengths, which in turn offers a unique and powerful approach to addressing mental health challenges in the modern world.
Aromatherapy and Stress Management (approx. 2 hour)
Tue 11 Nov 2025
In which we examine the latest research into the role of aromatherapy and stress management; we define stress and explore practical ways to improve our response to stress using essential oils and other holistic modalities.
The Science and Biology of Optimism (approx. 1 hour)
Tue 9 Dec 2025
In which we explore the science and biology of optimism and learn how essential oils can support optimism.
