Ciaran McKeown BA, MA Counselling & Psychotherapy, FBPI

Ciaran McKeown learnt Buteyko in the early 2000s as a way of managing his asthma and anxiety. Impressed by the efficacy of the method he worked with his brother Patrick McKeown to incorporate it into his breathwork training and therapy sessions for over 15 years. During this time he has taught students with a diverse range of abilities and needs through voluntary and paid classes.

A registered counsellor and Samaritans volunteer, Ciaran believes that to be a good teacher, personal experience matters just as much as professional proficiency. He says that both are what enable you to relate to your students and find solutions that fit them.

For new students to the Buteyko method, particularly those who suffer from anxiety, he advises that they experiment with the exercises and treat the techniques as being a way to discover their breath rather than be overly demanding of themselves. At least for the first couple of weeks. This is why he prescribes every student with a unique plan.

What is Ciaran up to now? He currently teaches students and practitioners through one to one online and face to face classes.

Jacqueline Phang – Singapore

Jacqueline Phang qualified as a Speech & Language Therapist in London, U.K. in 1996. Since then she has worked in acute care and step-down hospitals, learning about language and swallowing disorders through the ages: from infancy to childhood, adolescence to adulthood and senescence.

In private practice since 2006, Jacqueline uses a family-centred and multidisciplinary approach to help each client develop to their fullest. This includes optimizing health, sleep, breath, play, social communication and mindfulness.

Jacqueline enjoys working with anyone who recognizes the value of breath work and is willing to take that first step towards making a positive change.

Website: https://www.yakkety.sg/
Email: [email protected]

Wendy Phang – Singapore

Wendy Phang enjoyed a challenging position in regional sales and marketing for over twenty years. Not wanting to miss out on her daughter’s growth, she made a radical decision to train as a Speech-Language Therapy Assistant, leveraging on her communication skills.

Currently, she works in a private clinic with children and teenagers who have various learning difficulties. She delights in interacting with and helping them bloom.

Wendy looks forward to using the Buteyko Method with children and adults as part of developing a growth mind set.

Website: https://www.yakkety.sg/
Email: [email protected]

Cai Hui

My name is Cai Hui. I am passionate about cooking, nutrition and natural healing. After more than 15 years in the corporate sector, I made the switch to health and wellness.

I am a certified Yoga teacher, Herbalist, TRE®provider and Reiki practitioner. Getting my certification as a Buteyko Clinic® instructor was a normal step for me as re-education of breathing is a very important complementary healing tool. I am currently undergoing training to become a certified nutrition therapist as well.

I provide customized health programs using different aspects such as nutrition, bodywork and breathing to make you a healthier person.

I am currently based in Singapore and do consultations in different languages: English, Dutch, Mandarin Chinese and French. My patients are a mix a of children and adults who are looking to improve on a range of issues such as sleeping disorders, trauma, asthma , anxiety and stress relief.

Email: [email protected]
Instagram: zenisalifestyle

Monika Verma, Physiotherapist – Singapore

Monika Verma holds over 30 years of clinical experience as a Physiotherapist working in both, the public and private sector. She is one of the founding directors of Physio Asia Therapy Centre (est. 2006). Her strength lies in Clinical Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Pain Management, and main interest is in Breathing mechanics and its impact on posture and alignment. She is also certified in Postural Respiration and restoration techniques. She has also been certified in the Buteyko Clinic Method

She mostly treats adults and kids above the age of 12 suffering from musculoskeletal issues, chronic neck and back pain, anxiety-related joint pain issues and postural issues. Through her experience, Monika has observed a significant linkage between breath types and anxiety or chronic pains which can result in a vicious cycle.

She is also involved in the development of SCORES – a Spinal Core Stability program which is being used in many practices in Southeast Asia. SCORES incorporates diaphragmatic breathing with pelvic floor work and deep abdominals training as a way to improve spinal stability.

Monika strongly believes that breathwork is a powerful tool that allows one to lead a pain-free and healthy life.

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://physioasia.sg/

Luke Tan – Singapore

Luke is a certified breathing, movement and mental wellness coach. Having overcome depression and chronic asthma himself, he knows what it’s like to struggle with health conditions and feel like there’s no way out.

But after hitting rock bottom in 2010 taking his life and almost losing it, he turned things around. Through therapy, training, and transitioning to a plant-based diet, Luke discovered functional breathing techniques that helped him get off his medication and become drug-free. He now takes an integrative approach to help high performers break free from their medications through breathing, movement and lifestyle optimisation.

Luke’s experiences have given him a unique perspective on how to help others find hope, healing, and strength.

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://luketan.co
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luketan.co